Former South African deputy president David Mabuza dies at 64
David Mabuza, a former deputy president of South Africa from the African National Congress party, died on Thursday at the age of 64, the party announced.
Denmark backs Ukraine’s EU membership quest
Denmark has expressed its support for Ukraine's membership in the European Union, while also seeking to improve its diplomatic relations with Kyiv.
Ethiopia’s mega-dam on the Nile is “now complete”, Prime Minister says
The dam became a source of tensions with Egypt and Sudan over equitable sharing of water resources.
Morocco explores its digital future at the 2025 Morocco Gaming Expo
The second edition of the event is held in Rabat from 2 to 6 July 2025.
French Foreign Minister denounces spy charges against couple imprisoned in Iran
Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris have been imprisoned in Iran for three years.
Ancient DNA reveals genetic link between early Egypt and Mesopotamia
This discovery supports long-suspected ties between Egypt and Mesopotamia, once inferred only from trade goods and shared pottery styles. The Nile, researchers say, likely acted as an “ancient superhighway” for both people and ideas.
Eastern DRC tensions: UN points to Rwanda’s role in AFC/M23 conflict
The latest report from the United Nations expert group on the conflict in eastern DRC, released on Wednesday, July 2, reignites accusations against Rwanda.
Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Slashes Ex-Depot Price By N40
[Leadership] The Dangote Refinery has reduced its ex-depot price of premium motor spirit (PMS) by N40, bringing the new price to N840 per litre.
US contractors say colleagues fired live ammunition at Palestinians seeking food
The US and Israeli-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has been the subject of several controversies since it began operating in late May 2025.
South Africa: year of power marred by new scandal in coalition government
Tension is rising in South Africa concerning the government of national unity.