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South Africa rejects xenophobia label amid anti-immigrant protests
Police will act against violence targeting foreign nationals in the country, the presidency has said
May 7, 2026 14:02
Two US soldiers still missing after African Lion drills
The search continues on land and at sea near Tan-Tan in Morocco
May 7, 2026 11:18
China slams African nation over Taiwan leader’s visit
Eswatini has pushed back after Beijing accused some of its politicians of being “kept and fed” by Taipei
May 7, 2026 08:30
Ethiopia and UAE deny involvement in Sudan airport attack
Addis Ababa has dismissed the allegations as baseless, while Abu Dhabi described them as a fabrication aimed at prolonging the war
May 6, 2026 14:40
Suspected ATM bombers killed in South Africa shootout
A police officer is among two other suspects arrested after the alleged gang was traced to a safe house
May 6, 2026 14:39
Moscow-based companies see surge in exports to Africa
Algeria accounted for the majority of shipments while Nigeria boosted tech imports
May 6, 2026 13:56
Terrorist attack kills 23 Chadian soldiers
Twenty-six personnel were injured as the attack was being repulsed
May 6, 2026 11:13
Why so many Africans still speak their colonizers’ language Opinion
The Francophonie system is rooted in the colonial past, when language was the main tool of administration and control
May 6, 2026 11:00
Hantavirus-hit cruise ship cleared to leave African waters
The MV Hondius is expected to sail to the Canary Islands after Spain agreed to receive the vessel on humanitarian grounds
May 6, 2026 09:10
South African MP arrested over fraud
Police say National Colored Congress leader Fadiel Adams interfered with investigations into the killing of an ANC Youth League figure in 2017
May 5, 2026 15:16
African state accuses US of tying health deal to minerals access
The proposed agreement includes unacceptable data-sharing terms and demands for preferential treatment for American companies, the Zambian foreign minister has said
May 5, 2026 12:52
Sudan accuses Ethiopia and UAE of drone strike
Army spokesperson Asim Awad Abdelwahab has claimed UAVs targeted key sites across the capital
May 5, 2026 10:38
Human remains found inside crocodile in South African river (DISTURBING PHOTO AND VIDEO)
The grisly discovery followed a search for a missing businessman whose car was left near a river, according to police
May 5, 2026 09:52
Mali leader takes over Defense Ministry after deadly attacks
The move comes days after General Assimi Goita vowed to neutralize those responsible for the April 25 assaults
May 5, 2026 08:44
Russian church helps people displaced by Islamist attack in Nigeria (PHOTOS)
Russian Orthodox Exarchate has provided clean water and shelter to villagers after a militant raid in Benue State
May 4, 2026 13:51
BRICS states cooperate to combat foot-and-mouth disease
South Africa seeks to achieve FMD-free status by working with a country that has successfully eliminated the disease, Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has said
May 4, 2026 12:39
Rare virus outbreak kills travelers on Atlantic cruise ship
Of the six affected individuals, three have died and one is currently in intensive care in South Africa, the WHO has said
May 4, 2026 11:54
Deadly floods and landslides hit Kenya
The death toll has reached 18 while rescue teams respond to widespread damage
May 4, 2026 10:29
US soldiers reported missing during African Lion drills
Search and rescue operations are underway for the two personnel after they disappeared near Tan-Tan in Morocco, officials have said
May 4, 2026 08:28
How the West’s war machine runs on calculated lies Opinion
The same machinery of manufactured war that shattered Iraq and Libya is now being recalibrated for Iran
May 2, 2026 08:30
Weapons stolen from South African military base
Three R4 rifles and a grenade launcher were taken during a suspected burglary at camp near Pretoria, the army has said
Apr 30, 2026 16:22
War-torn Sudan rejects talks with rebels
The army leadership has stressed continued offensives and ruled out any negotiations with armed groups
Apr 30, 2026 13:55
African energy giant reaffirms commitment to OPEC
Algeria says the group remains central to efforts to stabilize global oil markets
Apr 30, 2026 13:39
Malian forces regain control of strategic city
Islamic State-linked fighters have reportedly withdrawn from Menaka after clashes with the army and allied forces
Apr 30, 2026 10:33

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