At least 102 survivors were rescued and seven bodies recovered from the boat that capsized off the Gambian coast on New Year's Eve, President Adama Barrow said in a state broadcast.
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The United Nations Security Council welcomed Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Latvia and Liberia, as its five new non-permanent members for the 2026-2027 period.
Somalia's ambassador the United Nations said Israel's move aimed to distract from its war in Gaza and its occupation of the West Bank.
A fire broke out in the tent sheltering Amal Abu al-Khair and her family while her son was cooking dinner.
Tunisian sports and medical associations have made it a habit to organise the "Ghatssa," a swim in the cold sea waters on the first day of the new year.
The Kenya Red Cross said a multi-agency response team was at the scene “managing the situation.”Among those trapped are two watchmen and two pedestrians.
The day before they go up against Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations, Sudan geared up by training in Tangiers. The team, which last won the tournament in 1970, has never won against 2021 champions Senegal.
Thousands of revellers gathered in southern Nigeria for the latest edition of the Calabar Carnival. The festival sees vibrant outfits, music and dancing fill the streets of Cross River State.
Israel’s announcement that it is suspending more than two dozen aid groups will have a devastating impact on their services in Gaza, one of the organisations has said.
Israel’s announcement that it is suspending more than two dozen aid groups will have a devastating impact on their services in Gaza, one of the organisations has said.
