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On Homecomings, Liberation Architecture, and the Myth of the Blank Slate

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Zanele Muholi returns to South Africa. MoMA asks what a building says about freedom. In Nairobi, an artist refuses erasure. Read more African news and

Uganda unveils statue of Israel PM's brother who died in Entebbe rescue mission

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Yonatan Netanyahu was the only Israeli soldier to die as he led a mission to free more than 100 hostages.

Tankers 'waiting for permission' to transit through Strait of Hormuz, Iran says

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Iran's semiofficial Fars news agency aired footage Sunday of what it said were vessels "waiting for permission" from Iran to transit through the Strait of Hormuz.

Moroccan rapper Mehdi Black Wind released on bail but still faces charges

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Moroccan rapper El Mahdi Lyoubi has been temporarily released from custody after a court granted him bail. He’s charged with insulting a constitutional institution and faces up to two years in prison. A trial date has been set for October 2.

UEFA declares no confidence in FIFA leadership as pressure mounts on Infantino

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European football’s governing body has lost confidence in FIFA chief Gianni Infantino, UEFA said in a blistering statement on Saturday. The announcement followed Infantino’s U-turn over a plan sell World Cup profits to private investors.

Guinea opts out of planned ECOWAS single currency, the eco

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Guinea says it’s opting out of the ECOWAS single currency. The 12 member West African economic bloc is set to launch the monetary union and eco currency in July 2027. Guinea is the first member state to say it's retaining its national currency.

Authorities in Tigray accuse Addis Ababa of 'launching open war'

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Authorities in Ethiopia’s Tigray region accused the federal government of launching a military offensive on Saturday, reigniting fears of a return to war.

Life in Spanish enclave of Ceuta resumes after sudden migrant surge

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Life in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta is slowly getting back to normal, residents say, days after a sudden surge of some 60,000 migrants entered the tiny territory on the tip of North Africa. Most of the migrants have returned to Morocco and shops and cafes are starting to reopen.

How Community Health Efforts Revived Uganda’s Gorillas

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Ugandan wildlife veterinarian Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka has transformed mountain gorilla conservation by demonstrating that protecting endangered wildlife

Burkina Faso Artist Popularizes String Art Movement

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Samira Simporé is carving out space for string art in Burkina Faso, using thread stretched across nails to create intricate geometric designs and portraits.

Study Explores Kenya’s Distance Running Success

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Following Sabastian Sawe’s historic sub-two-hour marathon in April 2026, discussions focused heavily on doping suspicions and performance technology. However,

How Dakar Museum Reshapes African Heritage

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DakArt News Read more African news and insights on Africa.com.

Moroccan migrants return from Ceuta tired and disillusioned

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Tired and disappointed, migrants pushed back from the Spanish enclave of Ceuta returned to Morocco on Saturday, eager to get home. A sudden surge of some 60,000 migrants over the course of a few days, triggered an international crisis and saw Spain deploy armed forces to the tiny territory.

Nigeria Revives World Cup Bid With Zambia Win

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Nigeria reignited their 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualification hopes with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Zambia at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations

Morocco’s Seasons Offer Something for Every Traveler

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Morocco offers distinct travel experiences throughout the year, with the ideal season depending on visitors’ interests. Spring (March to May) and fall

Grand Bassam Emerges as Côte d’Ivoire’s New Creative Hub

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Grand Bassam is experiencing a cultural revival as artists move from the capital, Abidjan, to the historic coastal city in search of affordable studios and

Zanzibar to Réunion: Africa’s Historic Spice Trail

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The islands scattered across the western Indian Ocean carry centuries of history rooted in the spice trade, blending African, Arab, Indian, and European

Top African Films of First-half 2026

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Plot Twist Picks has unveiled its selection of the 10 best African films of 2026 so far, highlighting award-winning productions available to stream free on

Nigeria’s Osun-Osogbo Festival Celebrates Yoruba Culture

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The 2026 Osun-Osogbo Festival is bringing together worshippers, traditional leaders, tourists, and cultural enthusiasts in Osogbo, Nigeria, for one of

Why Uganda seems to be winning the battle against Ebola as virus spreads in DR Congo

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Uganda discharged its last Ebola patient from hospital roughly two weeks ago.

Oshoala revives Nigeria's Wafcon and World Cup bid

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Asisat Oshoala scores the only goal as Nigeria beat Zambia at Wafcon 2026 to revive the West Africans' hopes of reaching the 2027 Women's World Cup.

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