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Pope Leo XIV pushes back as Donald Trump criticism escalates

US-born Pope Leo XIV pushed back Monday on President Donald Trump’s broadside against him over the U.S.-Israel war in Iran, telling reporters that the Vatican’s appeals for peace and reconciliation are rooted in the Gospel, and that he doesn’t fear the...

Ghanaian Premier League player Dominic Frimpong killed during attack on team bus

Football fans in Ghana are in mourning after the death of Berekum Chelsea player Dominic Frimpong. The 20-year-old winger was killed in a suspected armed robbery on the team's bus, the country's football association said on Monday.

Pope in Algeria urges forgiveness and reconciliation on historic visit

Algeria welcomed Pope Leo XIV on Monday, 13 April 2026, marking the first visit by a pontiff to the Muslim-majority country, with a focus on interfaith dialogue and peace.

Airstrike in Nigeria kills dozens, civilians feared among victims

At least 56 people were killed and 14 injured after a military airstrike hit a market in northeastern Nigeria, according to a UN report, with locals and rights groups warning that civilians were among those killed.

Benin leans into painful past to encourage cultural tourism

Benin is leaning into its painful history as a key port in the transatlantic slave trade to encourage tourism.

Pope Leo XIV begins historic Algeria visit on first leg of Africa tour

Pope Leo XIV has begun a historic visit to Algeria, marking the first-ever papal trip to the country and launching an 11-day African tour focused on interfaith dialogue and regional engagement.

Mauritius vows to pursue Chagos sovereignty after UK deal collapses

Mauritius has pledged to “spare no effort” to reclaim control of the Chagos Islands after a proposed handover deal by Keir Starmer collapsed amid shifting U.S. support.

Hill-Lewis rises in DA as South Africa’s political race heats up

Geordin Hill-Lewis has secured the top job in Cape Town, but his ambitions are already stretching well beyond the city, as he positions himself for national leadership.

At least 30 people dead following tragic stampede at Haiti fort

A tragic stampede at a mountaintop fortress in northern Haiti has left at least 30 people dead and dozens injured, after crowds gathered for traditional festivities.

Haiti: at least 30 dead in stampede at UNESCO‑listed Citadelle Laferrière fortress

At least 30 people died on Saturday, 11 April 2026, after a stampede at the Citadelle Laferrière near Milot, a major tourist site in the north of Haiti.