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Nigeria’s army chief Lagbaja dies after 'illness'
Africa

Nigeria’s army chief Lagbaja dies after 'illness'

Lt. Gen. Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja had not been seen in public in nearly two months, fueling rumors that he had died.

News

African leaders congratulate Trump on election victory
World

African leaders congratulate Trump on election victory

Several African heads of state have sent their congratulatory messages to US President-elect Donald Trump, who secured victory in the November 5 presidential election.
Live updates: Harris calls Trump, concedes US presidential election
World

Live updates: Harris calls Trump, concedes US presidential election

Democratic candidate Kamala Harris' bid to become first woman president faded after losing key battleground states.
South Sudan leader revives peace talks after delaying elections
Africa

South Sudan leader revives peace talks after delaying elections

The talks hit a deadlock in July after Riek Machar’s party withdrew.
Somalia-born Ilhan Omar wins reelection in Minnesota
Africa

Somalia-born Ilhan Omar wins reelection in Minnesota

Ilhan Omar will get a third term representing the heavily Democratic 5th District.
US elections: Kenyan-born Hiltsley makes history after win
Africa

US elections: Kenyan-born Hiltsley makes history after win

Born in Nyamira County, Kenya, Hiltsley moved to Minnesota at the age of nine and has worked in public service and community advocacy.
Nigeria experiences blackout again after grid collapse
Business

Nigeria experiences blackout again after grid collapse

The grid failure occurred on November 5th, 2024, leading to widespread power outages across the country.
S. Africa shuts key border with Mozambique over unrest
Africa

S. Africa shuts key border with Mozambique over unrest

South Africa has announced temporary closure of a key border point with Mozambique over post-election unrest in Mozambique.
Namibia names Jacques Burger as new rugby coach
Sport

Namibia names Jacques Burger as new rugby coach

Jacques Burger will head a new coaching team ahead of next year’s World Cup qualifying campaign.
OPINION
US on edge: Could political violence mar the 2024 presidential election?
World

US on edge: Could political violence mar the 2024 presidential election?

As deeply divided supporters rally for Donald Trump or Kamala Harris, what does the spectre of violence tell us about the state of American democracy? Kristian Kristian Alexander
What does Hezbollah's new leader mean for Lebanon, Iran and the region?
Opinion

What does Hezbollah's new leader mean for Lebanon, Iran and the region?

Naim Qassem's appointment signals a tighter Iranian grip on the group amid Israel's onslaught. But will Lebanese people accept its eroding autonomy?
Israel has left Iran little choice but to enter the battlefield
World

Israel has left Iran little choice but to enter the battlefield

Following Israel's air strikes on Iran over the weekend, Tehran appears to have abandoned its proxy war policies and is now preparing to enter into direct confrontation with Tel Aviv.

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BRICS Summit

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Putin BRICS upbeat

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Win-win relations

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Recycling machine

Wildlife census Wildlife census

Wildlife census

Life

Ghana street art festival lights up Volta region
Life

Ghana street art festival lights up Volta region

Michael Jordan's red jersey sells for $4.68 million in an auction
Life

Michael Jordan's red jersey sells for $4.68 million in an auction

African stars shine at 2024 Africa Movie Academy Awards
Life

African stars shine at 2024 Africa Movie Academy Awards

Who is the spouse of Kenya's new deputy president?
Life

Who is the spouse of Kenya's new deputy president?

Model Chidinma, mother to lose SA citizenship
Africa

Model Chidinma, mother to lose SA citizenship