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Donald Trump order US military to resume nuclear weapons testing

Africanews  

This apparently significant change in US policy comes days after the US president denounced Russia for testing a nuclear-powered missile.

Beyond the Hits: How to Build Africa’s Sound as a Business

This Is Africa  

Why professionalisation, not just talent, will decide who profits from the continent’s music boom.

Raila Odinga mastered the art of political compromise for the good of Kenya

This Is Africa  

Odinga escaped all attempts by his detractors to reduce him to an ethnic leader.

Africa’s Sound Is Global — But Where’s the Money?

This Is Africa  

How the world fell in love with African music, and why the continent still earns less than 1% of global revenues.

Infrastructure: From foreign loans to domestic capital [Business Africa]

Africanews  

With lenders and donors fatigued, attention is turning to underutilized domestic capital. According to the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), Africa has $4 trillion in domestic capital that can be channeled to infrastructure financing

Avram Grant out as Zambia coach weeks before Africa Cup of Nations

Africanews  

The former Israel, Ghana and Chelsea coach oversaw three straight home defeats this year in World Cup qualifying without scoring a goal, against Comoros, Morocco and Niger

Grand Egyptian museum set for historic opening, showcasing the full legacy of Tutankhamun

Africanews  

The museum sits at the crossroads of ancient history and a modern tourism revival — linking directly to the Giza plateau via pedestrian paths and eco-friendly transport. Daily visitor numbers are expected to reach 15,000 to 20,000, according to museum administrators.

Women displaced from al-Fashir in Sudan describe harrowing experiences

Africanews  

Witnesses said Rapid Support Forces fighters went from house to house, beating and shooting people, including women and children.

Tanzania deploys army as election protests spread

Africanews  

The electoral body on Thursday announced through state television that President Hassan had taken an early lead, garnering 96.99% of the votes in 8 out of 272 constituencies tallied early Thursday

Trump, Xi meet in person as US and China move to ease trade tensions

Africanews  

US President Donald Trump returned to Washington on Thursday after a high-stakes face-to-face meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, calling the talks “a success” and announcing new steps to ease trade tensions between the world’s two largest economies.

Death toll rises to 119 in Rio’s deadly police raid, UN raises alarm

Africanews  

The death toll from a massive police raid targeting a notorious drug gang in Rio de Janeiro has soared to 119, including four police officers, Brazilian authorities said on Wednesday.

Two suspects in Louvre jewelry heist have partially admitted involvement, Paris prosecutor says

Africanews  

Two suspects in the Louvre jewelry heist have partially admitted their involvement, the Paris prosecutor said on Wednesday, without giving any details of their comments.

Morocco’s caftan: A cultural jewel on the path to UNESCO recognition

Africanews  

Between a caftan from the 19th century and one from today lies a continuous cultural thread — an intergenerational legacy that transforms fabric into heritage

Tanzania: Suluhu Orders Shutdown of All Govt Ministries, Agencies and Regional Offices As Violence Mars General Election

allAfrica  

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan's administration has ordered all government ministries, agencies and regional offices to remain closed, and directed the private sector to comply with stay-at-home instructions, as authorities moved to enforce sweeping security measures a day after violent protests marred the general election.

Tanzania tells civil servants to work from home after protests mar election

BBC News Africa  

Tensions remain with protests expected to continue, after demonstrations were reported in some towns overnight.

Tanzania: Tanzania Civil Society Demands Poll Nullification As Police Clash With Protesters for Second Day

allAfrica  

[Capital FM] Civil society groups in Tanzania have called for the nullification of Wednesday's general election and the formation of an inclusive transitional arrangement, saying the vote was neither free nor competitive after top opposition contenders were locked out of the race.

Cameroon opposition leader Tchiroma vows to resist until "final victory" over President Biya

Africanews  

Cameroonian opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary says he will continue to reject the results of this month’s presidential election until he secures a “final victory” over incumbent Paul Biya.

Carbon Markets Africa Summit To Unlock Billions In Climate Finance For The Continent

AfricaDotcom  

CAPE TOWN, SA – Africa’s vast natural resources hold enormous potential to drive climate action and sustainable growth, but turning that potential into

Reports of mass killings in Sudan have echoes of its dark past

BBC News Africa  

Some are warning of a genocide unfolding in Darfur - violence that is linked to killings there 20 years ago.

Sudan: Reported Massacre At Hospital in Sudan's El Fasher Leaves 460 Dead

allAfrica  

[UN News] Horrific stories of mass-atrocities committed by the RSF militia continue to emerge, along with the tens of thousands of civilians who have fled the North Darfur city of El Fasher in Sudan.

Africa: W/Bank Projects Commodity Prices to Hit 6-Year Low As Oil Glut Expands

allAfrica  

[Leadership] The World Bank Group has projected global commodity prices to fall to lowest level in six years in 2026, marking the fourth consecutive year of decline.