Djibouti: Ismail Omar Guelleh set to win sixth presidential term in upcoming vote
Djibouti's incumbent leader Ismail Omar Guelleh, who has been running the country for 27 years, faces a single, low-profile opponent in Friday's presidential election.
South Africa to lay legendary Albert Mazibuko to rest
South Africa is mourning the loss of Albert Mazibuko, a founding member of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, who died at 77 after a short illness. Known for bringing Zulu music to the world, Mazibuko helped the group achieve international acclaim, including five Grammy Awards.
FIFA investigates Spain over fan misconduct
FIFA investigates Spain over fan misconduct
Nigeria faces deadly heatwave as fuel costs skyrocket
A scorching heatwave is hitting Lagos, made worse by high fuel prices and widespread generator use, leaving millions struggling to stay cool amid health and power challenges.
No truce in Lebanon as Israel bombs Beirut, south
sraeli strikes hit several dense commercial and residential areas in central Beirut Wednesday afternoon without warning, hours after a ceasefire was announced in the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran
Floods kill dozens as heavy rains hit Angola
Torrential rains have killed around 40 people in Angola, with several others still missing, authorities say.
Rwanda fights farmland loss with satellites
The rhythmic sounds of construction muffle the thud of farmers' hoes on a chilly morning in Rwanda's capital, where new efforts aim to protect remaining agricultural land from relentless development in Africa's most densely populated country.
Rwanda tries to protect farmland in Africa’s most densely populated nation
The rhythmic sounds of construction muffle the thud of farmers' hoes on a chilly morning in Rwanda's capital, where new efforts aim to protect remaining agricultural land from relentless development in Africa's most densely populated country.
South Africa accepts US envoy’s credentials amid strained relations
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Wednesday received the diplomatic credentials of the new US ambassador, as relations between the two countries languish at a low ebb.
DR Congo: Uncertainty over the release of FARDC soldiers by M23
In March, AFC/M23 announced the liberation of 5,000 soldiers from the armed forces of the DRC but their transfer to Kinshasa has yet to happen.