Senegal opens official probe into 2021-2024 political violence/in /by
Justice Minister Ousmane Diagne has formally requested the probe in a letter to the Attorney General aiming to shed light on years of deadly unrest. At least 80 people were killed and dozens more seriously injured in clashes with security forces or during skirmishes between civilians.
Nigeria’s women’s football team receives hero’s welcome after winning continental title/in /by
The Super Falcons' comeback 3-2 victory over host Morocco in Saturday’s thrilling final was applauded by Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu and many in Nigeria, a soccer-loving nation where passion and hard work often triumph over institutional challenges.
UN warns of rising hunger in Africa amid global decline/in /by
While global hunger is showing signs of decline, a new United Nations report highlights a troubling trend in Africa, where hunger continues to rise. According to the report, an estimated 512 million people worldwide will remain undernourished by the end of the decade, 60% of them in Africa.
Rome prepares to welcome half a million young people for Jubilee of Youth celebrations/in /by
Vatican organisers said pilgrims from 146 nations are expected to attend the landmark event of the Catholic Church's 2025 Holy Year.
Donald Trump gives Russia 10 to 12 days to reach peace deal with Ukraine/in /by
Trump said he would shorten the 50-day deadline he had given Russia two weeks ago.
Namibia: Mulunga Denies Personal Ties to Fugitive As N$3.2m Audi Bribe Claim Surfaces/in /by
[Namibian] Former National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor) managing director Imms Mulunga says he and fugitive fuel firm owner Victor Malima only had a business relationship.
Namibia: What Namibia Can Learn From Ghana’s Petroleum Revenue Governance/in /by
[Namibian] As namibia prepares to harness the economic potential of its petroleum resources, valuable lessons can be drawn from other countries.
Old bridge in Mostar hosts 459th annual jump/in /by
Thousands gathered in Mostar on Sunday to witness the 459th traditional jump from the Old Bridge, one of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s most iconic landmarks.
Palestinians mourn the 11 victims of an attack in Khan Younis/in /by
Palestinians gathered in mourning on Monday after an Israeli airstrike hit a two-storey house in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, killing at least 11 people, according to Nasser Hospital.
Islamic State claims responsibility for the Sunday Church attack in DRC/in /by
The Islamic State group announced on Monday that it was behind a lethal attack on a church in the northeastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to a message on its Telegram channel.