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Protests erupt in La Paz over Bolivia's fuel subsidy cuts

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Bolivia sees protests in La Paz after fuel subsidy cuts doubled prices. Workers marched for days as clashes broke out and talks with the government stalled.

Patrice Lumumba lookalike goes viral supporting DR Congo at AFCON 2025

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Congolese supporter Michel Nkuka Mboladinga has become a social media star by posing like a statue of the country’s assassinated independence hero, Patrice Lumumba, during matches at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

AFCON four-year cycle change sparks coach backlash

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The decision to move the Africa Cup of Nations to a four-year cycle instead of every two years has not been well-received by coaches at the tournament.

Salah shines for Egypt and Nigeria beat Mozambique to advance [Football Now]

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Mohamed Salah scored with the last kick in extra time to seal's Egypt's 3-1 win over Benin in the Africa Cup of Nations last 16, and Nigeria enjoyed a 4-0 rout of Mozambique on Monday

Turning The Tide On Breast Cancer In Africa

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Breast cancer is taking a growing toll of Africa's economies - governments need to invest now to safeguard women's lives and their productivity.

Thousands celebrate Madrid's 2026 Three Kings Parade

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Spain celebrates its most magical night for children on 5. January with Three Kings tradition and its festive processions, where 2,100 participants, including 250 royal servants, handed out 1,200 kilos of sweets.

Africa: African Nations Condemn 'Clear Violation of UN Charter' By U.S. in Venezuela

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[RFI] African nations and institutions have strongly reacted to the capture of Venezuela's leader Nicolas Maduro by the United States at the weekend, calling for respect of international law and sovereignty.

Africa: Flutterwave Acquires Mono in Deal Reportedly Valued Up to $40m

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[Daba Finance] Flutterwave has acquired Nigerian open banking startup Mono in an all-stock transaction valued between $25 million and $40 million, according to people familiar with the deal.

Sudan: Egyptian, Saudi Push for Peace As Sudanese Launch 'Cairo Charter'

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[Dabanga] Cairo -- Egypt and Saudi Arabia have renewed calls for closer coordination within the Quartet mechanism to push for a humanitarian truce in Sudan, as Sudanese civil and political forces unveiled a unified charter in Cairo aimed at ending the war and restoring constitutional rule.

Egypt reach AFCON quarterfinal after 3-1 win against Benin

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A goal from Mohamed Salah in extra time sealed the match for the Pharaohs.

Four projects set to transform Africa in 2026

AfricaDotcom  

Africa’s long-term transformation is beginning to take tangible shape through a handful of landmark projects spanning energy, technology, industry,

Copper boom fuels windfall for Congo and Zambia

AfricaDotcom  

A historic surge in copper prices is delivering a major windfall for Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa’s two largest producers of

Nigeria’s business growth stretches to one year

AfricaDotcom  

Nigeria’s business activity expanded for a 12th straight month in December 2025, although growth slowed as rising costs and weaker consumer demand

CAR’s Touadera wins re-election bid

AfricaDotcom  

President Faustin-Archange Touadera of the Central African Republic has clinched a third term in office, winning over 76% of the vote

Egypt and Nigeria through to AFCON quarterfinals

AfricaDotcom  

Mohamed Salah delivered late drama as Egypt edged Benin 3–1 after extra time to reach the AFCON quarterfinals, while Nigeria cruised past Mozambique

South African airline leads aviation ranking

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South Africa’s FlySafair has been named the most on-time airline in the Middle East and Africa, according to Cirium’s 2025

Nigeria unveils sweeping tax reforms

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Nigeria has launched a sweeping overhaul of its tax system, a reform President Bola Tinubu has described as a “once-in-a-generation” chance to strengthen

Can Bobi Wine break Museveni’s 40-year beat?

AfricaDotcom  

As Uganda heads toward its January 15, 2026, presidential election, President Yoweri Museveni is widely expected to secure another victory, just as he

Morocco sets new tourism record in 2025

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Morocco’s tourism sector celebrated a historic milestone in 2025, welcoming a record 19.8 million visitors—a striking 14% increase over the previous

Powerful 6.2 earthquake hits Japan's Shimane Prefecture

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A strong 6.2 quake hit Shimane Prefecture, Japan, shaking nearby areas but causing no injuries or damage. Authorities confirmed no tsunami risk or nuclear plant issues.

Central African Republic President Touadéra wins third term

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The main opposition coalition boycotted the vote after a referendum allowed the removal of term limits.

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