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Uganda denies plans for election internet shutdown

Ugandan has denied plans to shut down internet access during next week’s elections, dismissing reports of a possible blackout as unfounded.

Tunisia: Release of humanitarian workers imprisoned for aiding migrants

The support committee for Sherifa Riahi, former director of the NGO Terre d'Asile in Tunisia, posted a video on Facebook showing her leaving prison and stated that the other humanitarian workers had also been released.

Protests erupt in La Paz over Bolivia’s fuel subsidy cuts

Bolivia sees protests in La Paz after fuel subsidy cuts doubled prices. Workers marched for days as clashes broke out and talks with the government stalled.

Patrice Lumumba lookalike goes viral supporting DR Congo at AFCON 2025

Congolese supporter Michel Nkuka Mboladinga has become a social media star by posing like a statue of the country’s assassinated independence hero, Patrice Lumumba, during matches at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

AFCON four-year cycle change sparks coach backlash

The decision to move the Africa Cup of Nations to a four-year cycle instead of every two years has not been well-received by coaches at the tournament.

Salah shines for Egypt and Nigeria beat Mozambique to advance [Football Now]

Mohamed Salah scored with the last kick in extra time to seal's Egypt's 3-1 win over Benin in the Africa Cup of Nations last 16, and Nigeria enjoyed a 4-0 rout of Mozambique on Monday

Thousands celebrate Madrid’s 2026 Three Kings Parade

Spain celebrates its most magical night for children on 5. January with Three Kings tradition and its festive processions, where 2,100 participants, including 250 royal servants, handed out 1,200 kilos of sweets.

Egypt reach AFCON quarterfinal after 3-1 win against Benin

A goal from Mohamed Salah in extra time sealed the match for the Pharaohs.

Powerful 6.2 earthquake hits Japan’s Shimane Prefecture

A strong 6.2 quake hit Shimane Prefecture, Japan, shaking nearby areas but causing no injuries or damage. Authorities confirmed no tsunami risk or nuclear plant issues.

Powerful 6.2 earthquake hits Japan’s Shimane Prefecture

A strong 6.2 quake hit Shimane Prefecture, Japan, shaking nearby areas but causing no injuries or damage. Authorities confirmed no tsunami risk or nuclear plant issues.