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Reuters
Oct 06, 2025

Cameroon President Biya, 92, heads for eighth term

Despite these criticisms, as well as a host of security and economic challenges, the world’s oldest head of state stands a strong chance of victory when the cocoa- and oil-producing Central African country goes to the polls on October 12.

World

AFP
Sep 09, 2025

Ethiopia inaugurates Grand Renaissance Dam, the largest in Africa

The $4-billion megastructure is designed to hold 74 billion cubic metres of water and generate 5,150 megawatts of electricity — more than double Ethiopia’s current capacity, it said.

Life

Web Desk
Sep 03, 2025

Shaka iLembe set for epic final season in 2026

Shaka iLembe is rooted in real historical events and cultural traditions, making it a rare African epic told through an authentic lens.

World

AFP
Apr 29, 2025

Abu Dhabi launches $500m maternal health fund for Africa

Abu Dhabi set a deadline of 2030 to reach the $500-million target and has already reached $450 million in pledges, organisers said in a statement.

World

Reuters
Mar 14, 2025

UN’s food agency WFP to cut aid for about a million people in Myanmar

Myanmar has been in turmoil since early 2021 when the military seized power from an elected civilian government, sparking a protest movement that has expanded into a nationwide armed rebellion.

World

Reuters
Mar 14, 2025

US and Israel look to Africa for resettling Palestinians uprooted from Gaza

Officials from Sudan, Somalia and the breakaway region of Somaliland were contacted regarding the proposal, the AP reported, citing US and Israeli officials as sources.

Pakistan

Web Desk
Jan 21, 2025

Morocco tragedy: not a capsize, Pakistanis tortured and murdered

It appears that the passengers were tortured for not paying extra money

Pakistan

Web Desk
Jan 18, 2025

Morocco boat tragedy: FIA investigates role of 20 officials

According to the FIA spokesperson, some 20 officials of the agency allegedly facilitated the clearance of the Morocco boat tragedy victims at various airports.