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South Africa’s Zulu king, head of the country’s most influential traditional monarchy, has undergone “thorough” medical examinations following the sudden death of a close adviser, a spokesman said Sunday, amid suspicions he was poisoned. The king, who was visiting neighbouring Eswatini, “underwent precautionary and thorough medical exams in a context of Covid and after the […]
US President Joe Biden has scheduled a diplomatic trip to Europe this month with stops in the United Kingdom, at the NATO summit in Lithuania and to attend meetings in Finland, the White House said Sunday. Biden is set to depart July 9 for Britain, where he will meet with the King Charles III and […]
The armed wing of Gaza’s Islamist rulers Hamas has put its weapons on public display, in a first open event drawing hundreds of Palestinians including children brandishing rocket launchers for selfies. Dressed in black balaclavas and tactical camouflage suits, members of the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades mingled with young men and women at the exhibition in […]
The United States said Friday that it was easing restrictions on aid to Ethiopia, pointing to progress on human rights after a ceasefire with Tigrayan rebels. The move comes just weeks after the United States halted food assistance to Ethiopia, alleging widespread diversion of badly needed aid for sale on local markets. The resumption of […]
The Chinese Navy Escort Task Group (ETG) 162, comprising MSL Destroyer NANNING, MSL Frigate SANYA, and Supply Ship WEISHANHU, on Sunday, visited Nigeria to strengthen the bilateral relationship between the two countries. The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Chi Jian Chun, says the visitation of the Chinese envoy, scheduled for July 2 to 6 would also […]
A junior secondary school teacher, Eric Rotich, aged 38, has been apprehended over the weekend after he was caught in the act of defiling a grade 7 pupil in a maize plantation. Members of the public, who were outraged by the distressing cries of the young girl, rescued her from the maize farm, leading to […]
France’s tourism industry is experiencing a decline due to the ongoing violent protests following the tragic police shooting of a teenager. Hotels and restaurants are grappling with numerous cancellations, and some establishments have also suffered damages during the unrest. Thierry Marx, the president of the primary association representing employers in the hotel and catering industry, […]
King Willem-Alexander is widely expected to issue a formal apology on behalf of the Netherlands for its involvement in slavery. The apology is anticipated to take place on Saturday during an event commemorating 150 years since the liberation of slaves in former Dutch colonies. A report states that “Thousands of descendants of slaves from Suriname […]
The substantial carbon footprint of global shipping networks, which traverse the world’s oceans and sustain the global economy, will face scrutiny in the upcoming week as countries deliberate measures to reduce pollution that contributes to climate change. At a crucial meeting of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), nations will be under pressure to agree on […]
France experienced a fourth night of protests marked by violence and looting, leading to nearly 1,000 arrests. The police force was heavily deployed, anticipating further riots before the funeral of a teenager who was fatally shot by an officer during a routine traffic stop. The government acknowledged a decrease in the intensity of the violence […]
A devastating road accident in western Kenya resulted in the loss of at least 48 lives as a truck veered out of control, colliding with vehicles and pedestrians at a bustling intersection, according to the local authorities. Distressing television footage displayed scenes of destruction at the crash site, revealing the twisted wreckage of multiple minibuses […]
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has been exonerated of all charges related to a high-profile burglary scandal that nearly jeopardized his position as head of state. The country’s ombudswoman, Kholeka Gcaleka, announced on Friday that the President has been found not guilty of misconduct and betraying the honor of his office. The scandal first came […]
Amid the escalating challenges posed by climate change and global population growth, Israeli technology offers an array of inventions and advanced tools to assist farmers in adapting. In a central Israeli kibbutz’s avocado orchard, a tractor moves slowly through the trees, towing a device. Attached to the mobile platform are paddle-like extensions, resembling flags, which […]
The tragic incident that occurred one year ago at the Spain-Morocco border, resulting in the deaths of at least 23 migrants, continues to generate outrage as no one has been held accountable for the actions of the authorities involved. According to Spanish authorities, around 2,000 migrants, many of whom hailed from war-torn Sudan, attempted to […]
In the early morning light, Peter Mudenda scans the dirt road encircled by mopane trees, searching for signs of elephants. Formerly a farmer, the 49-year-old abandoned the plow years ago when a massive forest preservation project commenced in Binga, a remote semi-arid region in northern Zimbabwe. Mudenda now earns his livelihood by constructing fireguards, nurturing […]
Sheep farmers in Senegal are facing increased instability due to recent unrest in the country. The violence, triggered by the sentencing of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko, has had a detrimental impact on sheep herders as they prepare for an upcoming Muslim festival, which is a crucial time for their business. The capital city of Dakar […]
Terrorists from the Al-Shabaab group has launched an attack on a military base in Somalia on Wednesday, coinciding with the announcement by the African Union (AU) that it was commencing the reduction of troops in the conflict-ridden country. The base, located in the southern city of Baardhere and housing Ethiopian and Somali forces, was targeted […]
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has submitted his candidacy papers on Wednesday, expressing confidence that Zimbabwe’s upcoming elections would proceed peacefully despite concerns over a crackdown on opposition figures. Mnangagwa, who lodged his application at a court in Harare, assured reporters that the electoral process was progressing smoothly and hailed Zimbabwe’s progress as a “mature democracy.” The […]
The long-awaited trial of Moussa Dadis Camara, the former dictator of Guinea, for his involvement in a 2009 massacre, has once again been adjourned, raising concerns about the pursuit of justice. After weeks of delays, the proceedings were postponed until July 10 due to a strike by prison wardens, resulting in the absence of the […]
A professional gamer from Lagos has emerged victorious in a thrilling “Street Fighter” battle, eliciting thunderous cheers from the crowd. This momentous event, which would have seemed unimaginable just a few years ago, signifies the blossoming of eSports in Nigeria. Located in an upscale district of Lagos, a futuristic-themed venue attracted several thousand visitors for […]