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Tanzania's president says election violence may hurt access to funding

Tanzania's president says election violence may hurt access to funding

November 18, 2025

She said the protests had tarnished the country’s image and reduced its chances of getting international loans.

Eswatini confirms it received millions for accepting US deportees

Eswatini confirms it received millions for accepting US deportees

November 18, 2025

Details of the agreement with the Trump administration have not been disclosed, and the government faces court action from lawyers who claim it is unconstitutional.

New sexual assault claims against Sean 'Diddy' Combs

New sexual assault claims against Sean 'Diddy' Combs

November 18, 2025

The hip hop mogul is under investigation by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department in connection with allegations of sexual assault dating from 2020.

Farewell in Israel for Tanzanian hostage Joshua Mollel as family, nation grieve

Farewell in Israel for Tanzanian hostage Joshua Mollel as family, nation grieve

November 18, 2025

A solemn farewell ceremony was held at Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport for Joshua Loitu Mollel, the 21-year-old Tanzanian hostage whose remains were returned from Gaza earlier this month. Mollel had arrived at Kibbutz Nahal Oz just 19 days before the October 7, 2023 attack.

Eswatini is the first African country to get twice-yearly HIV prevention shot

Eswatini is the first African country to get twice-yearly HIV prevention shot

November 18, 2025

Eswatini on Tuesday became the first African country to receive lenacapavir, the first twice-yearly HIV prevention injection hailed by global health officials as a game-changer in the fight against a virus that has killed tens of millions of people across the continent.

US Gaza ceasefire plan approved by UN Security Council

US Gaza ceasefire plan approved by UN Security Council

November 18, 2025

The UN Security Council has approved the US plan for Gaza, marking a major diplomatic victory for Washington. The vote endorses President Donald Trump’s 20-point ceasefire plan, which lays out a framework for halting hostilities and rebuilding Gaza.

DR Congo extends ban on mineral trade in war-hit east by six months

DR Congo extends ban on mineral trade in war-hit east by six months

November 18, 2025

Officials say this is because of evidence that proceeds from the illegal supply from mines is being used to fund armed groups in the region.

Pix of the Day: November 18, 2025

Pix of the Day: November 18, 2025

November 18, 2025

Pix of the Day: November 18, 2025

Islamic State group militants claim capture and execution of a Nigerian brigadier general

Islamic State group militants claim capture and execution of a Nigerian brigadier general

November 18, 2025

Militants from the Islamic State West Africa Province said Monday that they had captured and executed a Nigerian brigadier general, a claim Nigeria's Army has denied.

South Africa says charter flight carrying Palestinians is part of plan to empty Gaza

South Africa says charter flight carrying Palestinians is part of plan to empty Gaza

November 18, 2025

South Africa's foreign minister said the plane "represents a broader agenda to remove Palestinians from Palestine."

Flooding in western Iran after months of severe drought

Flooding in western Iran after months of severe drought

November 18, 2025

Rainfall levels across Iran have been 85 per cent below average, depleting dams and causing taps to run dry.

UN deputy chief says conflict and violence are the main drivers of food insecurity

UN deputy chief says conflict and violence are the main drivers of food insecurity

November 18, 2025

Un Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed said food "has become a weapon."

Matt Smith becomes South Africa’s first winter Olympian in years

Matt Smith becomes South Africa’s first winter Olympian in years

November 18, 2025

South Africa’s Matt Smith is set to make history at the 2026 Winter Olympics as the nation’s first cross-country skier in over a decade.

One of 25 abducted Nigerian girls escapes captivity

One of 25 abducted Nigerian girls escapes captivity

November 18, 2025

One of 25 schoolgirls abducted from a school dormitory in northwestern Nigeria’s Kebbi state has escaped captivity and returned home.

Trump Administration launches “FIFA Pass” to fast-track World Cup travelers

Trump Administration launches “FIFA Pass” to fast-track World Cup travelers

November 18, 2025

The Trump administration has announced a new fast-track system to help international fans enter the United States for next year’s World Cup.

PSG and Mbappé face off in court over unpaid wage dispute

PSG and Mbappé face off in court over unpaid wage dispute

November 18, 2025

The legal dispute between Paris Saint-Germain and Kylian Mbappé escalated on Monday, with both sides making colossal financial demands.

What to know about abductions of schoolchildren in Nigeria

What to know about abductions of schoolchildren in Nigeria

November 18, 2025

Kidnappers in the past have included the Boko Haram insurgency that carried out the mass abduction of 276 Chibok schoolgirls over a decade ago, bringing the extremist group to global attention. But groups of bandits are also active.

Tanzanian president appoints daughter and son-in-law to cabinet

Tanzanian president appoints daughter and son-in-law to cabinet

November 18, 2025

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has appointed her daughter and son-in-law to key government positions.

UN seeks to expand presence in Sudan as violence intensifies

UN seeks to expand presence in Sudan as violence intensifies

November 18, 2025

"The UN is a ship that was not built to stay in the harbor," UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher said Monday, urging a dramatic expansion of UN presence in Sudan as violence intensifies in Darfur.

Ethiopia confirms three deaths in new Marburg virus outbreak

Ethiopia confirms three deaths in new Marburg virus outbreak

November 18, 2025

Three additional fatalities are being investigated for a possible connection to the disease.

Gunmen abduct 25 schoolgirls in northwestern Nigeria

Gunmen abduct 25 schoolgirls in northwestern Nigeria

November 17, 2025

The attack took place before dawn on Monday. Gunmen also killed the school's vice principal.

African nations join coalition levying taxes on luxury air travel

African nations join coalition levying taxes on luxury air travel

November 17, 2025

A coalition of 13 countries has announced new taxes on luxury air travel, applying to private jets as well as business and first-class tickets. Most of the members are from the Global South.

ICC prosecutors seek life sentence for Janjaweed leader convicted of Darfur crimes

ICC prosecutors seek life sentence for Janjaweed leader convicted of Darfur crimes

November 17, 2025

The International Criminal Court is pushing for the maximum penalty, life in prison, for Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman, known as Ali Kushayb, a former commander of Sudan’s notorious Janjaweed militia.

Mali opposition accuses military junta of failing to protect the country amid ongoing fuel crisis

Mali opposition accuses military junta of failing to protect the country amid ongoing fuel crisis

November 17, 2025

For the last two months, Mali’s capital, Bamako, has face a growing shortage of petroleum products. Now the country’s opposition is urging the population to “open their eyes” to a regime that “seizes the nation” without protecting it.

Search continues for remains of three last Israeli hostages

Search continues for remains of three last Israeli hostages

November 17, 2025

Excavators searching for the remains of three Israeli hostages kidnapped by Hamas returned empty handed on Sunday, after a full day of searching for the last remaining bodies.

Pix of the Day: November 17, 2025

Pix of the Day: November 17, 2025

November 17, 2025

Pix of the Day: November 17, 2025

UK Home Secretary threatens to block visas for Angola, Namibia and DRC

UK Home Secretary threatens to block visas for Angola, Namibia and DRC

November 17, 2025

The United Kingdom is threatening to restricts visas for nationals from three African countries that it has accused of not cooperating with the deportation of illegal immigrants.

Cracks between Senegal's Sonko-Ousmane alliance widening

Cracks between Senegal's Sonko-Ousmane alliance widening

November 17, 2025

For now, it’s the status quo — nothing has changed. Neither Bassirou Diomaye Faye nor Ousmane Sonko has spoken about the crisis shaking their party, their coalition, the “Diomaye President” coalition that brought Bassirou Diomaye Faye to power.

Nigeria: Vice principal killed as armed men kidnap 25 students in Kebbi

Nigeria: Vice principal killed as armed men kidnap 25 students in Kebbi

November 17, 2025

At least 25 students have been abducted from the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Nigeria's Maga town, Kebbi State, following an overnight attack by gunmen.

Science mission finds glimmer of hope for marine biodiversity in ocean depths off Comoros

Science mission finds glimmer of hope for marine biodiversity in ocean depths off Comoros

November 17, 2025

As world leaders meet at the COP30 summit in Brazil, the urgent need to hit a global target of protecting 30 percent of the world’s ocean by 2030 has been brought into stark focus by an international science mission which has just returned with new evidence from the depths of the Indian Ocean.

Morocco dominates final shortlists for 2025 CAF Awards

Morocco dominates final shortlists for 2025 CAF Awards

November 17, 2025

The Confederation of African Football has unveiled the final shortlists for the 2025 CAF Awards, and Morocco is shining across almost every category.

Art exhibition in Goma highlights environmental and security challenges

Art exhibition in Goma highlights environmental and security challenges

November 17, 2025

Titled in Swahili “Chini ya Ardhi”, meaning “Underground” in French, the exhibition presents works carrying powerful messages. Paintings and sculptures illustrate Goma’s environmental realities — the presence of the volcano, as well as a tense security climate that weighs on daily life.

Twin health crises: Marburg and cholera challenge Africa’s health system

Twin health crises: Marburg and cholera challenge Africa’s health system

November 17, 2025

Africa is being faced with a rare and worrying convergence. Ethiopia has confirmed its first-ever outbreak of the Marburg virus, what many have described as a deadly relative of Ebola, while across the continent, cholera is surging at its fastest pace in 25 years.

Madagascar’s New Leader Randrianirina outlines bold Roadmap in first national address

Madagascar’s New Leader Randrianirina outlines bold Roadmap in first national address

November 17, 2025

Nearly a month after being sworn in as Madagascar’s President, Michael Randrianirina, made his highly anticipated first address to the nation.

Europe is not doing enough to detect HIV, hepatitis, health authorities warn

Europe is not doing enough to detect HIV, hepatitis, health authorities warn

November 17, 2025

The ECDC says the region could still meet its testing targets for HIV, but that it will be harder to improve detection for hepatitis B and C.

Somalia confirms cyberattack on e-visa system exposing travellers’ data

Somalia confirms cyberattack on e-visa system exposing travellers’ data

November 17, 2025

The Immigration and Citizenship Agency said it had launched an investigation into the breach and moved the e-visa platform to a new website.

We can work it out: Trump indicates plan to meet with NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani

We can work it out: Trump indicates plan to meet with NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani

November 17, 2025

President Donald Trump indicated Sunday that he plans to meet with New York City's mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and said they'll “work something out," in what could be a detente for the Republican president and Democratic political star who have cast each other as political foils.

At least 32 dead in Congo mine bridge collapse

At least 32 dead in Congo mine bridge collapse

November 18, 2025

A bridge at a copper and cobalt mine in southeastern Congo collapsed due to overcrowding, killing at least 32 people, a regional government official said Sunday.

Bizmoun Cave reveals new clues about early human life in Morocco

Bizmoun Cave reveals new clues about early human life in Morocco

November 17, 2025

Archaeologists are delving deep into Bizmoun Cave, uncovering new clues about early human life in Morocco. The National Institute of Archaeology and Heritage, part of the Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication, has launched a fresh wave of research at this remarkable site.

Caribbean delegation seeks justice for slavery in Britain

Caribbean delegation seeks justice for slavery in Britain

November 17, 2025

A CARICOM Reparations Commission delegation is visiting the United Kingdom from November 17 to 20, 2025, to meet with British officials and lawmakers to discuss reparations for slavery and colonialism.

Côte d’Ivoire: a growing economy despite inequalities [Business Africa]

Côte d’Ivoire: a growing economy despite inequalities [Business Africa]

November 17, 2025

As President Alassane Ouattara prepares to begin a fourth term, what is the outlook on Ivory Coast's economic situation?

Congo triumphs over Nigeria in dramatic penalty shootout to reach World Cup playoffs

Congo triumphs over Nigeria in dramatic penalty shootout to reach World Cup playoffs

November 17, 2025

Congo advanced to the World Cup intercontinental playoffs after beating Nigeria in a Sunday night penalty shootout.

WFP decries atrocities in Sudan’s El-Fasher amid humanitarian crisis

WFP decries atrocities in Sudan’s El-Fasher amid humanitarian crisis

November 17, 2025

The deputy executive director of the World Food Programme (WFP) expressed outrage over the "terrible atrocities" that recently took place in the city of el-Fasher in Sudan's Darfur region.

Iran scrambles to induce rain as years-long drought triggers water crisis

Iran scrambles to induce rain as years-long drought triggers water crisis

November 16, 2025

A cloud-seeding flight was conducted on Saturday over the country's largest lake, officials said. Tehran is now in its sixth year of drought. High temperatures over the summer led to power outages

First strong winter rains soak Gaza's makeshift shelters

First strong winter rains soak Gaza's makeshift shelters

November 16, 2025

Winter's first strong rainfall sent water cascading through parts of Gaza's sprawling Muwasi tent camp on Saturday, as the territory struggles to cope with flooding and devastated infrastructure after two years of war

UN officials warn of worsening situation in Sudan

UN officials warn of worsening situation in Sudan

November 16, 2025

Officials from the UN refugee agency, World Health Organization and UNMAS (United Nations Mine Action Service) on Friday delivered stark warnings over the deteriorating situation in Sudan

Haitian town buries its Hurricane Melissa victims

Haitian town buries its Hurricane Melissa victims

November 16, 2025

Eighteen caskets, topped with bright yellow and orange flowers, were carried into a public plaza where a crowd gathered to say their goodbyes in Petit-Goave, southern Haiti

Timbuktu’s ancient manuscripts return after years away

Timbuktu’s ancient manuscripts return after years away

November 16, 2025

Thirteen years ago, when al-Qaida-connected fighters swept into the city, staff and local families smuggled tens of thousands of manuscripts south to Bamako for safety

COP30: UN urges protection for climate migrants

COP30: UN urges protection for climate migrants

November 16, 2025

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is calling on global leaders to protect the rights and dignity of those living on the frontlines of the climate crisis, including migrants and displaced persons, Indigenous Peoples, and traditional and local communities

Benin adopts constitutional amendment to create Senate, extend presidential term

Benin adopts constitutional amendment to create Senate, extend presidential term

November 15, 2025

Benin's National Assembly has adopted a constitutional amendment extending presidential and legislative terms from five years to seven. It also creates a Senate, made up of between 25 to 30 members.

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