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Series of femicides shocks South Africa, highlights crime levels

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The discovery of the bodies of nine women near Johannesburg in the last two months has sent shock waves around South Africa and highlighted the scourge of femicide and high levels of violent crime.

Guinea media regulator warns France 24 over description of president

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France 24 had not immediately responded to a request for comment. The regulator also withdrew the press accreditation of a Jeune Afrique correspondent, accusing him of professional misconduct.

South African sports broadcaster Owen Ndlovu found dead after hijacking

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South African sports broadcaster Owen Ndlovu has been found dead, hours after he was abducted during a vehicle hijacking near Johannesburg.

'African risk premium': AU launches own credit rating agency [Business Africa]

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African countries face some of the world’s highest borrowing costs, with ratings driving up interest and cutting off access to international capital. Now the African Union is fighting back with its own credit rating agency

South African President Ramaphosa taken ill after BRICS summit

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has withdrawn from public engagements after returning from the BRICS summit in India, his office said on Wednesday, citing ill health.

War in Ukraine: Odesa and Sumy suffer fires and casualties in new Russian attacks

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Russia struck the Ukrainian cities of Odesa and Sumy on 16 September, sparking fires and damaging homes and other buildings, according to Ukrainian emergency services and local officials.

Abducted South African journalist found dead with gunshot wounds

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The body of the 54-year-old veteran broadcaster was found hours after three armed men kidnapped him near Johannesburg.

South Africa police offer reward for info related to violent femicides

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The South African Police during a media briefing Tuesday announced that they’re to offer a R400,000 reward for information that could lead to the arrest of those responsible for the deaths of eight women whose bodies have been discovered at various locations in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng.

Dangote IPO draws interest from Nigerians keen to invest

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Nigerians have started scrambling to buy a stake in Aliko Dangote's giant oil refinery, with some seeing the country's biggest-ever public share offering as a rare chance to participate in one of Africa's most ambitious industrial projects.

At least 82 people killed in gold mine collapse in Sudan's West Kordofan

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At least 82 people have been killed in a gold mine collapse in Sudan’s West Kordofan state, with dozens more injured and others feared trapped beneath the rubble.

Akinbode Akinbiyi turns everyday african life into art

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At 80, Nigerian-born photographer Akinbode Akinbiyi continues to document the changing face of Africa and its global diaspora through a quiet, deeply personal approach to photography.

Kinshasa opposition protest dispersed as clashes leave one dead

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Tensions erupted in Kinshasa on Tuesday as an opposition-led demonstration against plans to change the Democratic Republic of Congo’s constitution was abruptly dispersed by security forces.

African greats inspired by the potential of Nairobi 2029

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Some of Africa's great track and field stars expect the decision to award Kenya the 2029 World Athletics Championships to inspire the next generation.

Lionel Messi set for emotional farewell as Argentina faces Benin

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Lionel Messi’s international story may not be over just yet. After announcing his retirement from Argentina duty on August 29th, following the World Cup final defeat to Spain and the recent death of his father, Messi is set for one final farewell.

Yemen fighting forces thousands into makeshift camps as displacement surges

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Aid efforts are being hampered by damaged roads, restricted access and a shortage of funding, as fears grow of a wider humanitarian catastrophe.

More than 12 trillion tons of ice lost as climate change accelerates polar melt

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Scientists estimate each centimetre of sea-level rise puts another two to three million people at risk of annual coastal flooding.

Edouard Mendy set to retire from Senegal duty after 59 caps

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After 59 appearances for Senegal, Edouard Mendy could be saying goodbye to international football. According to Senegalese outlet Taggat, the 34-year-old goalkeeper has reportedly told incoming head coach Patrick Vieira that he intends to retire from international duty.

US military set to end decades-long presence in country in Iraq

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Two deadlines are looming for Iraq at the end of the month: the end of a decades-long US military presence and the disarmament of non-state armed groups.

Nigeria’s ‘sarcasm queen’ answers ‘silly’ questions about Africa

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Nigerian journalist and content creator Charity Ekezie believes the best way to challenge negative stereotypes about Africa is to laugh at them.

South Africans voice growing concerns over AI’s rapid rise

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As artificial intelligence rapidly advances, concerns over its potential impact are growing in South Africa and around the world, with some members of the public worried about jobs, safety and the technology’s ability to operate beyond human control.

Senegal inks deal with Italian energy giant Eni to study 5 offshore blocks

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Senegal has signed a memorandum of understanding with Italian energy giant ENI to evaluate five offshore blocks, the country’s energy minister announced on Tuesday.

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