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Israel assesses damage after missile strike near Jerusalem

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An Iranian ballistic missile hit Eshtaol near Jerusalem on Saturday, injuring residents and damaging homes, vehicles, and nearby structures as the regional war entered its second month.

France hosts ‘No Kings’ march as anti-Trump protests spread

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Hundreds rally in Paris’ Place de la Bastille for a “No Kings” protest against Donald Trump, denouncing authoritarianism and “endless wars”.

Senegal parade Afcon trophy despite title controversy

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Senegal parade the Africa Cup of Nations trophy before Saturday's friendly match against Peru in Paris - despite being stripped of the title earlier this month.

In historic Monaco visit, Pope Leo XIV calls for justice and peace

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Pope Leo XIV makes first papal visit to Monaco since 1538, urging the wealthy microstate to use its influence for justice, peace and the common good.

Montreux Jazz Festival makes African debut in South Africa’s wine country

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The Montreux Jazz Festival made its African debut on Friday, staged in the vineyard‑lined Franschhoek Valley of South Africa's Cape winelands.

Gaza’s farmers struggle to regrow food amid ruins and shortages

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Palestinians in the Gaza Strip are trying to grow their own food again while surrounded by ruins and widespread destruction to farmland.

Dakar races to finish line as Youth Olympic countdown begins

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Dakar has been transformed into a vast construction site, seven months before the Youth Olympic Games – the first global sporting event of this scale ever to be held in Africa.

Report on the 'State of African Governance' paints mixed picture for continent's political outlook

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The report ultimately portrays the continent's outlook in 2026 as neither marginal nor passive.

Demonstrators gather in Dakar to protest Iran war and show solidarity

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Dozens of demonstrators gathered in Dakar on Friday to protest the ongoing Iran war, voicing opposition to military action and expressing solidarity with countries affected by U.S. and Israeli operations.

Africa: Afreximbank to Hold Its 33rd Annual Meetings in El Alamein, Egypt, From 21-24 June 2026

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[Afreximbank] African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced that it will hold its 33rd Annual Meetings (AAM2026) at El Alamein in Egypt, from 21 to 24 June 2026.

Belgian ex‑official appeals war crimes trial over 1961 Congo leader's murder

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A 93-year-old former Belgian diplomat ordered to stand trial over the 1961 killing of Congolese independence icon Patrice Lumumba has appealed the decision, his lawmaker said Friday.

Senegal distances itself from AU support for Macky Sall at the UN

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The Permanent Mission of Senegal to the African Union informed the AU Commission on Friday that the Senegalese government has at no stage endorsed the candidacy of former president Macky Sall for the post of Secretary-General of the United Nations.

'The gravest crime against humanity': What does the UN vote on slavery mean?

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African and Caribbean nations want countries which benefited from slavery to pay compensation but it will not be straightforward.

Gabon’s tiny turtles race against extinction as funding for protection dries up

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Gabon is intensifying efforts to protect vulnerable sea turtle hatchlings as nesting season peaks between December and March along the country’s Atlantic coast.

Rival presidential candidates on campaign trail in Benin

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Incumbent finance minister Romuald Wadagni is a strong favourite to win against opposition candidate, Paul Hounkpé.

Afreximbank to Hold its 33rd Annual Meetings in El Alamein, Egypt, from 21–24 June 2026

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African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (http://www.Afreximbank.com) has announced that it will hold its 33rd Annual Meetings (AAM2026) at El Alamein in

Multinational: African Development Bank’s Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa Approves $5.65 Million to Pioneer New Climate Finance Instrument for Off-Grid Renewable Energy projects in Africa’s Fragile States

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The African Development Bank Group’s (https://AFDB.org/) Board of Directors has approved a $5.65 million reimbursable grant from the Sustainable Energy Fund

Record 15 Marketing and Merchandising Partners to Support 2026 Basketball Africa League Season

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– Five New Partners Join for Sixth BAL Season Tipping Off Today in South Africa – Read more African news and insights on Africa.com.

Seychelles participates in Small Island Development States (SIDS) and Youth Forums

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Mr. Barry Faure, Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora of Seychelles, delivered a statement at the Small Island Development States (SIDS) Forum under

Nigeria’s Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) Secures Key Local Content Role at African Energy Week (AEW) 2026

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Parastatal regulatory agency the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) will participate at this year’s African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 as

New law to increase magistrates’ financial jurisdiction

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The Magistrates Courts (Amendment) Bill, 2026 when assented to by the President, will introduce reforms aimed at strengthening the capacity of lower courts,

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