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Pope Leo XIV celebrates historic Mass at rain‑soaked Basilica in Algiers

Algeria hosted Pope Leo XIV on Monday 14 April for a Mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Africa in Algiers, marking the first papal visit to the country.

Benin awaits the name of its next president [Africanews Today]

In Benin, the focus is now on counting the votes following Sunday’s presidential election. As for the outcome of the race, analysts say there is little chance of a surprise result between Romuald Wadagni, the incumbent president’s handpicked successor,...

Trump uses McDonald’s Oval Office stunt to tout new US tip tax break

Donald Trump staged a McDonald’s DoorDash delivery to the Oval Office to promote new tax deductions on tips, touting relief of up to $25,000.

Burundi court partially acquits jailed journalist after two years

A Burundian court partially acquitted journalist Sandra Muhoza on Monday after nearly two years behind bars.

What impact will the Iran war have on the wedding industry?

The wedding industry in the UK is gauging the impact of the war with Iran.
Despite riding fuel prices putting pressure on supply chains, vendors say they are prepared to absorb higher costs.

Germany marks 69th birthday of zoo’s oldest gorilla

Berlin Zoo celebrates Fatou, a 69‑year‑old western lowland gorilla, highlighting how specialised care in captivity can extend the lives of endangered species.

Pope Leo pays his respects at Algeria-France war monument

Pope Leo touched down in Algeria on Monday, beginning an 11 day tour of four African countries. Leo is visiting Algeria to champion Christian-Muslim co-existence.

Wadagni claims landslide victory in Benin presidential vote

Romuald Wadagni has secured a decisive win in Benin’s presidential election, taking 94 percent of the vote according to provisional results released by the electoral commission.

Lafarge Trial: Cement firm fined, former CEO jailed

A French court has fined cement group Lafarge $1.3 million for paying the Islamic State group and other jihadists to keep its factory running in Syria during the civil war.

Nigerian Air Forces launches investigation into deadly airstrike in Yobe state

Nigeria's Air Force has launched an investigation after an airstrike on Sunday allegedly killed dozens of civilians in the country's northeast.