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African leaders urge more renewable energy, finance at climate summit /in /by

African leaders wrapped up the second Africa Climate Summit in Ethiopia’s capital on Wednesday with a pledge to accelerate investment in renewable energy

Tunisia: Big Tech Africa forum draws 100 startups in hope to become top tech event /in /by

Big Tech Africa welcomed about 200 exhibitors over a three-day forum concluding Thursday.

HRW denounces wave of arrests of online content creators in Egypt /in /by

In the past few months, Egyptian authorities have arrested at least 29 people who created content for social media, accusing them of "indecency" and "undermining family values".

UN warns of ‘real risk’ Russia-Ukraine war could expand /in /by

After Russian drones violated Polish airspace during an attack on Ukraine, fears are mounting that the war could spill over into neighbouring countries.

United States political figures react to the assassination of activist Charlie Kirk /in /by

Co-founder of a political movement for young conservatives at just 18, Kirk was an influential figure in the right-wing sphere of US politics, and also close to Donald Trump. His death has led to reactions of shock and condemnation for the shooting fro...

Mali’s army acts to secure strategic trade routes after attempted jihadist blockade /in /by

Mali’s armed forces are stepping up their efforts to protect strategic trade routes linking the capital Bamako to neighbouring Senegal.

Springbok women gear up for epic World Cup showdown against New Zealand /in /by

Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin has unveiled his squad for Saturday's crucial Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand in Exeter.

Gaza aid flotilla delays departure after reported attacks /in /by

The Global Sumud Flotilla has delayed its departure for Gaza from Tunisia’s Sidi Bou Said port on Wednesday night. They decided not to set sail due to bad weather, following two reported attacks on its vessels.

Gas tanker explodes in Mexico City, killing three /in /by

A tanker truck carrying over 13,000 gallons of fuel overturned and exploded under a Mexico City highway overpass on Wednesday, killing three people and injuring about 70.

Ghana welcomes US deportees amid global controversy over migrant policies /in /by

Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama stated that Ghana has agreed to accept West African nationals who were deported from the US.