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Police clash with protesters in Brussels as thousands march against spending cuts

October 10, 2026

Clashes broke out between police and protesters in Brussels on Friday, 9 October, as thousands marched against the Belgian government's planned spending cuts. Police estimated that 30,000 people took part in the demonstration, organised by trade unions amid growing opposition to austerity...

Navi Pillay wins Nobel Peace Prize as US sanctions threaten international justice

October 09, 2026

From defending Nelson Mandela to leading a panel that found genocide in Gaza, South African-born jurist Navi Pillay has won the Nobel Peace Prize for championing international law.

Rare waterspouts slam western Sicily, wrecking homes and a school

October 09, 2026

A rare pair of waterspouts swept ashore in western Sicily on Friday, damaging homes, vehicles and a school. The two funnels formed off the coast near Marsala before moving inland towards Trapani, hitting the town of Petrosino along the way.

Zuma’s hospitalisation raises questions over MK party election campaign

October 09, 2026

Jacob Zuma’s hospitalisation has raised questions about his participation in upcoming uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party campaign events ahead of South Africa’s local government elections.

Foreign veterinary team examines ailing African elephant in Pakistan

October 09, 2026

They say Madhubalu, who lives in a Safari Park in Karachi, has improved somewhat but time will tell if all will be well.

Zimbabwe’s mobile clinic helps teenagers access contraception amid aid cuts

October 09, 2026

In Zimbabwe, a discreet caravan at a Harare-area hospital is giving teenage girls private access to contraception, away from judgment and stigma. Experts say access is vital to preventing unintended pregnancies and reducing dangerous childbirth risks.

Navi Pillay dedicates Nobel Prize to survivors of international crimes

October 09, 2026

South African judge and human rights lawyer on called on people to stand together in the defence of the rule of law.

Ethiopia and Eritrea trade war accusations as regional conflict threatens to escalate

October 09, 2026

Ethiopia and Eritrea are trading accusations of aggression, as fighting in northern Ethiopia raises fears of a new regional war.

Ethiopian Airlines to resume flights to Tigray's capital from Sunday

October 09, 2026

The carrier temporarily suspended its services to Mekelle on 23 September, citing the 'current situation' in the Tigray region.

Indonesia: Baby orangutan saved from Borneo wildfires as habitat destruction escalates

October 09, 2026

A young orangutan has been rescued from wildfires in Borneo. Named Novita, the three- to four-year-old female was found clinging to a tree in Central Kalimantan on 26 September, with burns to her hands and feet after crossing the flames.

Guinea-Bissau elections in doubt as Senegal urges military to ease restrictions

October 09, 2026

Guinea-Bissau’s December elections are now in doubt and Senegal is urging the country’s military rulers to lift restrictions on political and civil activities.

Seals and sea lions undergo hearing tests in Australian research

October 09, 2026

Australia's scientists have trained seals and sea lions to take hearing tests at Sydney's Taronga Zoo, hoping to better understand how human-made noise affects marine mammals.

Pix of the Day, 9 October, 2026 - Across the world

October 09, 2026

Pix of the Day, 9 October, 2026 - Across the world

Spain: Madrid protesters mourn evicted pensioner Maricarmen Abascal

October 09, 2026

Tens of thousands marched in Madrid to mourn pensioner Maricarmen Abascal, whose eviction made her a housing crisis symbol and sparked fresh protests.

Over 20,000 Ethiopian Migrants cross into Djibouti in three weeks

October 09, 2026

Thousands of Ethiopian migrants are facing a humanitarian crisis in Djibouti, with food and water running dangerously low along the treacherous route to Yemen.

Kenya confirms preliminary tests on suspected Ebola case come back negative

October 09, 2026

There had been fears the patient could be Kenya’s second case after a citizen died of ⁠the virus in Nairobi on Tuesday.

Nigeria looks to ease fuel prices as election looms

October 09, 2026

Nigeria's finance minister unveiled a raft of measures Thursday aimed at cushioning against energy shocks as the country prepares to go to the polls, including a petrol discount for public transport operators

Niger set for $200 million financial package from IMF

October 09, 2026

The International Monetary Fund said Thursday it had reached a preliminary agreement with Niger that should see the west African nation receive around $203 million over three years to support its economic reforms

South African human rights lawyer wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize

October 09, 2026

The Nobel Committee Navi Pillay was awarded it for her “efforts to promote peace and international law”.

Zimbabwean tycoon who died in helicopter crash laid to rest

October 09, 2026

At the funeral in Harare, Wicknell Chivayo was eulogised as an industrious businessman

Tigray war: Why peace talks may fail before they even begin {Africanews Debates}

October 09, 2026

The November 2022 Pretoria agreement ended the previous war between Ethiopia’s federal government and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF). However, the renewed fighting has exposed how fragile that settlement remains.

Cars burned and shops looted as anti-immigration protests rock South Africa

October 09, 2026

South Africa saw violent anti-immigration protests in Soweto and Durban on Thursday, 8 October, after a Constitutional Court ruling eased restrictions on asylum applications.

Chile: Santiago flooding turns streets to rivers as Kast declares state of catastrophe

October 09, 2026

Torrential rain caused severe flooding in Santiago, Chile, leaving homes, clinics and university buildings under water.

Vehicles torched in South Africa during protests over asylum ruling

October 09, 2026

Protests in Soweto and Durban opposed the Constitutional Court’s decision to remove procedural barriers to seeking asylum. They followed months of anti-immigrant tensions

South Africa: Court quashes Black empowerment code for legal profession

October 09, 2026

In its ruling on Wednesday, the Gauteng High Court avoided taking a position on whether the code was constitutional or on its goals for racial transformation

Deadly floods sweep Albania and Montenegro as rivers burst banks

October 09, 2026

Homes surrounded by water, flooded roads and farmland submerged beneath swollen rivers. Albania and Montenegro were still battling severe flooding on Thursday, 8 January, after days of torrential rain and heavy snow.

Hundreds of farmers rally in Paris against EU-Mercosur pact and import fears

October 09, 2026

Hundreds of French farmers drive tractors into Paris to protest the EU‑Mercosur deal, warning of unfair competition and demanding stronger protections.

Michael Jackson’s iconic glove goes under the hammer

October 09, 2026

One of pop history’s most iconic pieces is going under the hammer. Michael Jackson’s legendary white rhinestone glove worn during his 1983 “Billie Jean” performance, where he unveiled the moonwalk is up for auction.

WFP urgently seeking over $30 million to keep feeding Congolese refugees in Burundi

October 08, 2026

The World Food Programme is seeking more than $30 million to maintain food assistance for Congolese refugees in Burundi, warning that supplies could run out as early as October 2026 without additional funding.

France to release 10 mln barrels of diesel from strategic reserves

October 09, 2026

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu announced Wednesday that France will release 10 million barrels of diesel from its strategic reserves to help ease pressure on the fuel market.

Zambia signs health deal with US after removal of data-sharing clauses

October 09, 2026

The government also said that the deal was not coupled to an agreement on US access to the country’s mineral resources.

At least 33 people killed in strikes on Ukrainian public buses

October 09, 2026

Thirty people were killed and at least 18 were injured by Russian strikes in eastern Ukraine that included an attack on a public bus, authorities said Thursday, as an intensive pre-winter wave of attacks continued and power outages worsened in the capital Kyiv.

Over 20,000 Palestinian students and education workers killed in Gaza war

October 08, 2026

More than 20,000 Palestinian students and education workers have been killed since the war began, according to the Palestinian Education Ministry.

Guinea-Bissau's electoral commission says conditions for December polls not met

October 08, 2026

The announcement has left the planned December legislative and presidential elections, meant to restore civilian rule, in limbo.

Ethiopian drones strike Eritrean forces near Adigrat

October 09, 2026

Tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea are escalating with fears of a new regional war growing. Ethiopian drones have reportedly struck Eritrean forces near Adigrat, a city in northern Tigray, according to conflict monitors and witnesses.

World anti-doping body seeks tough stance from Kenya ahead of championship

October 08, 2026

WADA urged it to strive for a zero tolerance of drugs in sports as it prepares to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships.

Senegal vs Morocco: CAS to decide who really won AFCON

October 08, 2026

Senegal and Morocco played a chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final in January and they contested the title again Thursday, this time at the Court of Arbitration for Sport which expects a verdict within days.

Pix of the Day, 8 October, 2026 - Across the world

October 08, 2026

Pix of the Day, 8 October, 2026 - Across the world

Egypt accuses 6 Journalists of terrorism in press freedom crackdown

October 08, 2026

Egyptian prosecutors accused six journalists from an independent fact-checking platform on Wednesday of terrorism-related offences, alleging they worked for the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood and received foreign funding to spread "false news".

Solar emerges as an alternative to Nigeria’s unreliable grid {Business Africa}

October 08, 2026

Nigeria’s Power Crisis Creates New Opportunity for Solar as Togo Deepens Russia Ties

Yemen's Houthis claim responsibility for attacks on two Saudi airports

October 08, 2026

Saudi Arabia said three civilians were killed and 36 people injured in two separate attacks in the capital, Riyadh.

Nigeria: 20 kidnapped graduates rescued after week-long search

October 08, 2026

Twenty graduates abducted while travelling to begin Nigeria's national youth service have been found alive after a week-long search, authorities say.

Yemen: Residents of Taiz fear food supply shortages amidst the siege

October 08, 2026

The Yemeni city of Taiz faces mounting pressure as fighting intensifies in its outskirts in recent days

WWF report says reason for hope despite wildlife population decline

October 08, 2026

Its Living Planet Report 2026 shows a 73% declined in monitored populations but says the recovery of some species show its possible to reverse the trend.

DRC: New fighting in Masisi as AU delegation rushes to save ceasefire

October 08, 2026

A first delegation to verify the ceasefire between the Congolese army and M23 was deployed to the region in late August

Activist Semi Keba faces extradition to Benin after court setback

October 08, 2026

Benin issued an international warrant for the influencer's arrest on December 12 after he supported a foiled coup in which mutinous soldiers claimed on television to have overthrown President Patrice Talon

Ramaphosa, Kiir discuss South Sudan elections, peace process

October 08, 2026

outh African President Cyril Ramaphosa held talks with South Sudanese President Salva Kiir Mayardit in Tshwane on Wednesday, focusing on preparations for South Sudan’s December elections and the country’s fragile peace process

Kenya boosts Ebola preparedness after registering first case

October 08, 2026

Kenya’s Health Ministry has heightened surveillance at border entry points and created an Ebola hotline for citizens to report symptoms related to Ebola

Olympics: South Africa aims to host the Games in 2036

October 08, 2026

South Africa is aiming to host the first ever Olympics on the African continent. This after it was named as one of seven countries that will officially put forward their case to stage the 2036 Games in November.

Kenya: Health Minister insists no ebola outbreak in country

October 07, 2026

Kenya is not in the grips of an ebola outbreak, the country's health secretary insisted on Wednesday, in the wake of Kenya's first death from the disease.