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Kenya continues forceful demolition of Nairobi informal settlements near rivers

President William Ruto last Tuesday ordered the evacuation of all homes along the nation’s waterways following weeks of deadly flooding.

11 workers found alive beneath rubble after South Africa building collapse

Six workers have been confirmed dead and there are fears that the death count could rise sharply.

Italy PM in Libya to sign deals part of “Mattei plan” for Africa

Meloni was accompanied by the Minister of University and Research, the Minister of Health, and the Minister of Sport and Youth who signed declarations of intent to step up cooperation.

Students in Nairobi school hope bamboo wall will improve air quality

Acrid fumes from the massive Dandora dumpsite next to their school is having a negative impact on the health of students and teachers.

Russia: Vladimir Putin takes oath for historic 5th term

The event unfolded amidst a backdrop of political suppression, a controversial war in Ukraine, and an increasingly centralized power structure.

Nigeria’s detainment of Binance Executives sets alarming precedent, CEO warns

Richard Teng, CEO of Binance, condemned Nigeria's detention of two of its executives during a crackdown on cryptocurrency.

Nigeria sets dangerous precedent by detaining Binance execs, CEO says

Richard Teng, CEO of Binance, condemned Nigeria's detention of two of its executives during a crackdown on cryptocurrency.

Paris 2024 summer Olympics: here is the journey of the Olympic flame

After being lit by the sun's rays on April 16 in ancient Olympia , the torch was transported across Greece before leaving Athens aboard a three-masted ship named Belem , heading for Marseille .

Togo’s president signs law expected to extend his decades-long rule

Under the new legislation, parliament will have the power to choose the president, doing away with direct elections.

South Africa: 5 workers dead, 49 still missing after a building collapsed

The collapse happened in the city of George, about 400 kilometers (250 miles) east of Cape Town on South Africa's south coast.