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Zambian teen teaches climate change lessons through sign language

A Zambian double amputee is helping teach her classmates about climate change using sign language. Bridget Chanda interprets lessons at a school where special-needs students mix with mainstream students.

An Islamist group used child soldiers in Mozambique attacks – HRW

An Islamist group used child soldiers in Mozambique attacks, says Human Rights Watch

South Africa rapper AKA and Tibz murder suspects denied bail

“It is therefore the finding and the order of this court that in the circumstances bail is refused in respect of all five accused,”

China’s Xi reaffirms strong partnership with Russia in talks with Putin

Putin also highlighted the portfolio of 80 large joint investment projects spanning various sectors, showcasing the depth of economic cooperation between China and Russia. Despite external pressures from third countries

Katogota: 24 years later, the cry for justice still echoes in DRC

As part of the memorial, flowers were thrown into the Ruzizi River and laid at a monument on Katogota's main street, symbolizing the community's tribute to the massacre victims. A mass was also held at the Bon Berger Catholic Chapel in Katogota to reme...

Deaf teenager excels in community ballet programme in Nairobi informal settlement

Seventeen-year-old Gorrety Akinyi has been able to master the routines by carefully copying her teacher and classmates.

UN entrepreneurship forum focuses on innovation and growth

It aims to empower entrepreneurial leaders who can build a brighter future and achieve sustainable development for all.

African gaming wants to make its mark on the global scene

In 2023, the Africa and Middle East video games market recorded the strongest annual growth in global revenues in the sector, reaching over $7 billion.

South African president signs controversial healthcare bill into law

A raft of political parties, medical organisations, and other stakeholders are threatening legal challenges to the new law.