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Kenya: MSF trains health workers to be sent to Ebola-hit DR Congo

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An Ebola training facility set up by Doctors Without Borders in Kenya is a chance for health workers to prepare for one of the most complex emergencies they are ever likely to face.

Zimbabweans return home from South Africa amid anti-immigrant tensions

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Zimbabweans fleeing xenophobic violence and threats in South Africa arrived at a reception centre in the border town of Beitbridge, Zimbabwe

Iran's supreme leader vows revenge for the killing of his father and predecessor

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Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed that Iranians would continue to avenge the killing of his father - late Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei - and of other top officials killed during the war triggered by the U.S and Israeli strikes in Iran on February 28.

Jude Bellingham double sends jubilant England into World Cup semis

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England beat Norway 2-1 in extra time on 12 July 2026 to reach the World Cup semifinals. Fans celebrated in London after a Jude Bellingham double sent the Three Lions through to face Argentina.

Argentina fans erupt as Messi's men reach World Cup semifinal

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Argentina fans celebrate in Buenos Aires after a dramatic 3-1 extra-time win over ten-man Switzerland sends the defending champions into the World Cup semifinals.

Senegal sack manager Thiaw in wake of World Cup exit

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Senegal sack manager Pape Thiaw in the aftermath of the country's exit at the last-32 stage of the 2026 World Cup.

Students abducted in May by Islamic militants in Nigeria recovering, governor says

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Students abducted in May by Islamic militants in Nigeria’s southwestern state of Oyo were rescued and receiving medical treatment, confirmed the local government on Friday.

President el-Sissi honors Egypt soccer team a day after their return from the World Cup

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President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi of Egypt hosted the country's World Cup soccer team a day after their elimination in the round of 16 by Argentina.

US attacks Iran over ship being hit in Strait of Hormuz

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The United States attacked Iran early Sunday morning over an Iranian strike on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz that set the container ship ablaze and forced its crew to abandon it.

South Africa World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies aged 25

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South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died. He was 25. Adams played for South Africa at the World Cup. His death was confirmed by South Africa’s minister of sport, arts and culture Gayton McKenzie.

How men with female surnames are standing up to ridicule in Kenya

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Children often inherit their father's first name as a surname, but traditions are changing and causing upset.

Sixteen starve to death in Uganda as drought kills crops

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Climate change, poor rainfall, deforestation, overgrazing and crop pests are to blame, say experts.

More than 40 kidnapped children and teachers freed after Nigerian army operation

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"I feel happy and elated… I feel joy," the head of the local teachers' union tells the BBC.

Nigeria’s eroding Orimedu coast threatens homes and livelihoods

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This coastline along Orimedu in Nigeria is facing land degradation. The people here are seeing the destruction of their homes as well as the loss of livelihoods.

SA police arrest UK fugitive sought in alleged killings of his wife and 2 daughters

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South African police arrested a man wanted by British authorities on suspicion of killing his wife and two young daughters in England after tracing him to Johannesburg, police said Friday.

South Africa World Cup midfielder Adams dies aged 25

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South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams dies at the age of 25, just weeks after featuring for his country at the World Cup.

Trump says US will 'completely decimate' Iran if assassinated

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President Donald Trump said Friday the United States would "completely decimate" Iran if it attempted or succeeded in assassinating the sitting president.

War in Ukraine: Kyiv hit by Russian ballistic missiles and drone swarm, 10 injured

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Ukraine woke to fresh destruction on 11 July after Russia launched overnight strikes on Kyiv, leaving at least 10 people injured, including a child, according to Ukrainian officials.

Barbados leader rejects claim that ex-colonies should repay Britain

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Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley called "asinine" a suggestion by a British lawmaker that Britain's former colonies should repay it for its historic investment in them.

Sudan: Life slowly resuming in the capital despite fears of another attack

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Life is slowly resuming in several other towns just like the city after a military victory against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

Migrant backlash risks South Africa’s economy

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Economists warn that if thousands of foreign workers leave, it could damage the very businesses and jobs protesters say they want to protect.

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