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Escalating crisis in Sudan: Military chief visits displacement camp amid rising atrocities

Escalating crisis in Sudan: Military chief visits displacement camp amid rising atrocities

November 09, 2025

Tens of thousands of Sudanese have fled to overcrowded camps to escape reported atrocities by the Rapid Support Forces since it captured el-Fasher in the western Darfur region, an aid group said Saturday.

Tanzania: Hundreds charged with treason in election fallout

Tanzania: Hundreds charged with treason in election fallout

November 09, 2025

Authorities in Tanzania have charged hundreds of people with treason over demonstrations around disputed polls last month, in a major escalation of political tension as the country reels from violence in which an unknown number of people were killed.

Trash to treasure: Johannesburg's river waste transformed into art

Trash to treasure: Johannesburg's river waste transformed into art

November 09, 2025

Waste cleared from a Johannesburg river is being transformed into art as part of a new river rejuvenation project. About 150 kilometres of the South African city's rivers are being rehabilitated, and along one three kilometre stretch, waste is being up-cycled in unique ways.

Rugby: South Africa overcomes red card and halftime deficit to beat France

Rugby: South Africa overcomes red card and halftime deficit to beat France

November 09, 2025

World champion South Africa overcame a red card and a halftime deficit to beat France 32-17 and hand Les Tricolores yet another stinging defeat.

Hurricane Melissa leaves Haitian community of Petit-Goâve struggling to recover

Hurricane Melissa leaves Haitian community of Petit-Goâve struggling to recover

November 09, 2025

More than a week after Hurricane Melissa struck Haiti, residents of Petit-Goâve are still struggling to rebuild after losing lives and property.

Battling Galamsey: Community efforts against illegal mining in Ghana

Battling Galamsey: Community efforts against illegal mining in Ghana

November 09, 2025

Galamsey, the rampant mining that is practiced around the country, has wreaked havoc on the river, contaminating significant portions with cyanide and mercury.

WFP highlights severe hunger Crisis in Eastern Democratic Republic

WFP highlights severe hunger Crisis in Eastern Democratic Republic

November 08, 2025

The UN World Food Programme (WFP) issued a dire warning on Thursday, revealing that three million people in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo now face emergency levels of hunger, a figure that has nearly doubled in the past year amid relentless conflict and a severe funding crisis.

Pope Leo XIV hosts South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at Vatican

Pope Leo XIV hosts South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at Vatican

November 08, 2025

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa was received by Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Saturday, a diplomatic engagement emphasizing cultural exchange and mutual understanding that stood in stark contrast to a brewing political storm following the United States' announcement it would boycott...

UNHCR urges global community to support Sudanese refugees in Chad

UNHCR urges global community to support Sudanese refugees in Chad

November 08, 2025

The UN’s refugee agency has issued an urgent call for greater international assistance as thousands of people, bearing accounts of renewed trauma and violence, continue to stream out of Sudan’s Darfur region into an overstretched Chad.

U.S. to boycott G20 summit in South Africa over Trump's claims of white farmer "abuses"

U.S. to boycott G20 summit in South Africa over Trump's claims of white farmer "abuses"

November 08, 2025

The United States will officially boycott the upcoming G20 summit in South Africa, President Donald Trump announced Friday, escalating a diplomatic dispute by reiterating his controversial claims about the treatment of white farmers in the country and calling the choice of host "a complete disgrace.

Mali: France advises its citizens to leave the country as soon as possible

Mali: France advises its citizens to leave the country as soon as possible

November 08, 2025

France has joined the United States and United Kingdom in urging its citizens to leave Mali, issuing a formal advisory on Friday, November 7, warning against all travel to the West African nation and calling on its nationals to depart "as soon as possible."

More than 1,400 African nationals fighting alongside Russian troops in Ukraine, Kyiv says

More than 1,400 African nationals fighting alongside Russian troops in Ukraine, Kyiv says

November 08, 2025

More than 1,400 citizens from three dozen African countries are fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine, Kyiv's foreign minister said on Friday.

Nigerian court to deliver judgment in Nnamdi Kanu’s terrorism case on November 20

Nigerian court to deliver judgment in Nnamdi Kanu’s terrorism case on November 20

November 08, 2025

The Federal High Court in Abuja has set November 20 for judgment in the terrorism case against Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), after he declined to present his defense despite being granted six consecutive days to do so.

Scientists race to recover vital natural archive from rapidly melting glaciers

Scientists race to recover vital natural archive from rapidly melting glaciers

November 08, 2025

Since 2000, the world has lost more than 7 trillion tons of ice from mountain glaciers. Scientists are racing to recover vital information from the natural archives they store before it's too late.

One year after fall of Assad, Syrians struggle to rebuild the country

One year after fall of Assad, Syrians struggle to rebuild the country

November 07, 2025

It’s been almost a year since Bashar al-Assad’s regime was toppled but life in Syria is still a daily struggle. The economy is in tatters with 90 percent of the country living in poverty. Half the populations faces food insecurity.

Salah, Hakimi, Chawinga and Nnadozie make FIFA 2025 Awards shotlist

Salah, Hakimi, Chawinga and Nnadozie make FIFA 2025 Awards shotlist

November 07, 2025

Egypt’s Mohamed Salah, Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi, Malawi’s Temwa Chaŵinga and Nigeria’s Chiamaka Nnadozie lead African nominees for this year's FIFA The Best Football Awards 2025

Ports in Africa: Vincent Bolloré headed for trial after Paris court clears proceedings

Ports in Africa: Vincent Bolloré headed for trial after Paris court clears proceedings

November 07, 2025

If the trial goes ahead, it would be a landmark moment for corporate accountability in Africa’s infrastructure sector. The outcome could set a precedent for transparency and business ethics in major international concessions across the continent.

Tanzania charges dozens with treason after disputed election

Tanzania charges dozens with treason after disputed election

November 07, 2025

Rights groups say the election was marred by intimidation, arbitrary arrests, disappearances, and extrajudicial killings.

Sudanese army says it intercepted RSF drone strikes on two cities

Sudanese army says it intercepted RSF drone strikes on two cities

November 07, 2025

The Sudanese army says it intercepted drones fired overnight by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces on two cities in the country’s northeast.

Pix of the Day: November 07, 2025

Pix of the Day: November 07, 2025

November 07, 2025

Pix of the Day: November 07, 2025

Kenya: US embassy bombing survivors protest delay to compensate them

Kenya: US embassy bombing survivors protest delay to compensate them

November 07, 2025

On Thursday, the ruling in a case where they want court to compel the Kenyan government to seek compensation from Washington on their behalf was postponed

Dozens charged with treason as Tanzania faces turmoil after disputed election

Dozens charged with treason as Tanzania faces turmoil after disputed election

November 07, 2025

Prosecutors in Tanzania on Friday charged dozens of people with treason over their alleged roles in violence surrounding the country’s disputed election.

IMF mission to Senegal ends without new lending programme but talks are ongoing

IMF mission to Senegal ends without new lending programme but talks are ongoing

November 07, 2025

An International Monetary Fund official said its mission to Senegal had concluded without a new lending programme, but that it aimed to finalise one as soon as possible.

Kenya urges Tanzania to protect its citizens amid post-election violence

Kenya urges Tanzania to protect its citizens amid post-election violence

November 07, 2025

Kenya’s government has called on Tanzania to guarantee the safety of its nationals caught in the unrest following last week’s disputed presidential election.

France leads $2.5 billion push to protect Congo’s forest as climate summit urges action

France leads $2.5 billion push to protect Congo’s forest as climate summit urges action

November 07, 2025

Brazil hopes its flagship Tropical Forests Forever Facility will incentivize 74 forest-rich nations to keep their trees standing, backed by financing from wealthy countries and private investors. President Lula da Silva said the mechanism is expected to become a key outcome of the summit.

Businessman who blew whistle on a South African government bribery scandal gets plea deal

Businessman who blew whistle on a South African government bribery scandal gets plea deal

November 07, 2025

A businessman who confessed to being a fixer who delivered bribes to South African government officials, lawmakers and others in a corruption scheme that enraged the nation avoided jail time in a plea deal announced Thursday by state prosecutors.

Mbadde, PSG to start court battle over pay dispute

Mbadde, PSG to start court battle over pay dispute

November 07, 2025

Mbappe who moved to Spanish giants Real Madrid as a free agent last year argues that PSG owe him 55 million euros in unpaid salaries and bonuses

Somali fishing industry leader says piracy puts livelihoods at risk

Somali fishing industry leader says piracy puts livelihoods at risk

November 07, 2025

An increase in armed assaults on vessels off the coast of Somalia have raised fears of a resurgence of maritime insecurity in the region.

Typhoon Kalmaegi: At least 5 dead as powerful storm batters central Vietnam

Typhoon Kalmaegi: At least 5 dead as powerful storm batters central Vietnam

November 07, 2025

Typhoon Kalmaegi hit central Vietnam, causing strong winds and heavy rain. At least five people died, and many are missing. Over a million households faced power outages.

Lebanon lifts travel ban on Muammar Gaddafi's son and reduces bail

Lebanon lifts travel ban on Muammar Gaddafi's son and reduces bail

November 07, 2025

Hannibal Gaddafi has been detained without trial for nearly a decade for allegedly withholding information about the fate of a Lebanese Shi'ite Muslim cleric.

ICC confirms charges against fugitive Ugandan rebel leader Joseph Kony

ICC confirms charges against fugitive Ugandan rebel leader Joseph Kony

November 07, 2025

The case is seen as a major test for the ICC as it explores how to advance proceedings in situations where suspects are unlikely to be arrested.

Post-election protests trigger economic losses in Cameroon {Business Africa}

Post-election protests trigger economic losses in Cameroon {Business Africa}

November 07, 2025

Post-Election Unrest Brings Douala to a Halt while Africa Moves to Close $90bn Annual Infrastructure Gap as Luanda Summit Backs 5% Agenda to Unlock Domestic Capital

Families mourn over 188 dead in Philippines after Typhoon Kalmaegi

Families mourn over 188 dead in Philippines after Typhoon Kalmaegi

November 07, 2025

In central Philippines, families mourned 188 Typhoon Kalmaegi victims. President Marcos Jr. declared a national emergency with another typhoon approaching.

Cameroon's president calls for calm following post-election violence

Cameroon's president calls for calm following post-election violence

November 07, 2025

Days of deadly protests followed the announcement that 92-year-old Paul Biya had won an eighth term in office.

Moroccans mark 50th anniversary of Green March into Western Sahara

Moroccans mark 50th anniversary of Green March into Western Sahara

November 07, 2025

The mass demonstration pushed Spain to hand over control of the disputed territory, paving the way for Morocco’s takeover.

New digital map shows Roman Empire's vast network of roads

New digital map shows Roman Empire's vast network of roads

November 07, 2025

It’s no secret that the Romans liked to build roads. But European researchers say they've discovered an extra 100,000 kilometres of Roman road that had been hidden over time, covered by new construction or fallen into disuse.

Sudanese paramilitary group RSF agrees to humanitarian truce proposed by US-led mediator

Sudanese paramilitary group RSF agrees to humanitarian truce proposed by US-led mediator

November 06, 2025

The Rapid Support Forces, a paramilitary group that has been at war with the Sudanese military for over two years, said Thursday it has agreed to a humanitarian truce that was proposed by US-led mediator group, also known as the Quad.

World leaders arrive for preliminary meeting at COP30 UN climate summit in Brazil

World leaders arrive for preliminary meeting at COP30 UN climate summit in Brazil

November 06, 2025

Organizers are hoping this year's Conference of Parties — known less formally as COP30 — will yield commitments of money and action to support the goals laid out at previous such meetings, billing it as the "Implementation COP."

UNESCO General Conference elects Egypt's El-Enany as Director-General

UNESCO General Conference elects Egypt's El-Enany as Director-General

November 06, 2025

The General Conference of UNESCO elected Khaled El-Enany as Director-General of the Organization, with 172 votes out of a total of 174 ballots

Suspected pirates board merchant vessel off coast of Somalia

Suspected pirates board merchant vessel off coast of Somalia

November 06, 2025

Attackers firing machine guns and rocket-propelled grenades boarded a tanker carrying gasoline off the coast of Somalia on Thursday, authorities said, likely the latest assault by resurgent Somali pirates operating in the region.

Pope Leo discusses Gaza with Palestinian President Abbas

Pope Leo discusses Gaza with Palestinian President Abbas

November 07, 2025

Pope Leo XIV met Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas for the first time on Thursday, and they discussed the urgent need to provide assistance to civilians in Gaza and pursue a two-state solution to end the conflict in the region

Sudan’s  new wave of displacement sparks alarming accounts of abuse and starvation

Sudan’s new wave of displacement sparks alarming accounts of abuse and starvation

November 06, 2025

Aid organizations say the growing number of displaced families is worsening already dire conditions in the camps, where clean water, food and medical supplies remain critically scarce.

Man mistakenly freed from London prison turns himself in

Man mistakenly freed from London prison turns himself in

November 06, 2025

One of two inmates who were mistakenly released early from a London prison surrendered Thursday after waving to reporters and smoking a cigarette on the steps of the Victorian-era lockup.

What to know about key political figures in Tanzania after deadly election violence

What to know about key political figures in Tanzania after deadly election violence

November 06, 2025

Tanzania is reeling from violence surrounding elections on Oct. 29 that some international observers say fell short of a free and fair vote.

Afar region accuses TPLF fighters of crossing border and seizing villages

Afar region accuses TPLF fighters of crossing border and seizing villages

November 06, 2025

According to the Afar regional government, TPLF forces allegedly launched heavy-weapon attacks in the Tonsa area of Megale district, targeting pastoralist communities.

FIFA sets new record with most nationalities fielded in a football match

FIFA sets new record with most nationalities fielded in a football match

November 06, 2025

FIFA has officially set a new Guinness World Record for the most nationalities participating in a football exhibition match, with 69 nationalities taking part

Cameroon's Paul Biya sworn in for eighth presidential term amid accusations of 'constitutional coup'

Cameroon's Paul Biya sworn in for eighth presidential term amid accusations of 'constitutional coup'

November 06, 2025

Cameroon’s long-time leader Paul Biya was sworn in on Thursday for a new seven-year term following his victory in last month's presidential election, which his opposition rival has described as "a constitutional coup.”

Tanzania opposition leader faces terrorism charges after contentious election

Tanzania opposition leader faces terrorism charges after contentious election

November 06, 2025

Tanzanian opposition politician John Heche, vice-chairperson of the CHADEMA party, has been charged with terrorism in the wake of protests over last week’s national election.

US to end Temporary Protected Status for South Sudanese nationals

US to end Temporary Protected Status for South Sudanese nationals

November 06, 2025

Citizens of South Sudan will lose their temporary protected status in January, the US Department of Homeland Security has said in a statement.

Hakimi Injured, Doubtful for AFCON

Hakimi Injured, Doubtful for AFCON

November 06, 2025

Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco right-back Achraf Hakimi must fight against time to recover from his injury before the Africa Cup of Nations, which will take place in his native country.

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