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Botswana, the world’s leading diamond producer by value, has introduced a new rule that requires mining companies to sell a 24% stake in new
South African agriculture is ripe with new opportunity following a landmark trade protocol signed with China. This groundbreaking deal grants South
Dangote Cement has launched a new $160 million plant in Attingué, Côte d’Ivoire, marking the conglomerate’s 11th cement production site in Africa.
The economic partnership between Türkiye and Africa is flourishing, with trade volume soaring past $37 billion in 2024 and a bold $40 billion target
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[RFI] Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire - Online disinformation from at home and abroad is ringing alarm bells as Côte d'Ivoire prepares to vote in a presidential election next week. Media experts in Abidjan told RFI about the struggle to keep fake news from disrupting a key vote.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Thousands of mourners thronged Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on Friday morning as preparations got underway for the state funeral of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
[GroundUp] Losing bidder Ithuba Lottery is trying to create "an atmosphere of wrongdoing", says Sizekhaya
[DW] Zimbabwe is among 10 nations rolling out lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention shot. Experts call it a breakthrough but locals question its cost, safety and accessibility.
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US President Donald Trump said Thursday he would meet again with Russian President Vladimir Putin in an effort to end the war in Ukraine.
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A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.
This week: decisive elections amid economic uncertainty in Cameroon, Madagascar: protests and political crisis weigh on the economy, and strategic partnership between the EU and South Africa.
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[Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 17 -- The body of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has been moved to Parliament ahead of his State Funeral, to be held on Friday from 9:00 a.m. at Nyayo National Stadium.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, who chairs the National State Funeral Committee for the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, has announced the extension of the public viewing period to allow Kenyans to pay their last respects.
[New Zimbabwe] The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has warned that any attempts to engage in illegal demonstrations or gatherings on Friday will be met with "the full wrath of the law".
[New Zimbabwe] President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administration has announced a US$150 "Special Presidential Bonus" for civil servants, a move widely viewed as an attempt to ease growing frustration and avert planned anti-government protests called by war veteran and former Zanu PF committee member Blessed Geza.
[Nigeria Health Watch] The United States is cutting billions in foreign aid. In Nigeria, pregnant women and others now face higher risks from HIV
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has strongly condemned the recent unconstitutional change of government in Madagascar, calling for the immediate restoration of constitutional order and respect for the rule of law.
[HRW] Nairobi -- Abolition of Term Limits Risks Entrenching President, Further Endangering Rights
[UN News] The UN has condemned Madagascar's military takeover, calling for the immediate restoration of constitutional order following last week's ouster of President Andry Rajoelina.
[UN News] A severe funding shortfall is threatening to cripple UN peacekeeping operations worldwide, with the Organization warning that it will have to scale back patrols, close field offices and repatriate thousands of 'blue helmets' due to delayed payments from Member States.
