DRC begins countdown to end of Ebola outbreak as last patient recovers/in /by
A major milestone in the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s fight against Ebola. The last patient being treated since an outbreak of the disease was declared in early September has been released from hospital. Their recovery starts the clock on a 42-day countdown to declaring the outbreak over.
Lebanon orders Hannibal Gadhafi’s release after 10 years/in /by
After 10 years in prison without charge, a Lebanese judge has ordered the release of Hannibal Gadhafi, son of the late Libyan leader, Moammar Gadhafi. But it’s on condition that he pays $11 million bail, something his lawyers say they will contest.
Cameroon on edge after disputed Presidential election/in /by
After Cameroon's presidential election on 12 October, both parties have claimed victory, despite official results not expected for another week. In the port city of Garoua in northern Cameroon, supporters of opposition leader Issa Tchiroma are keeping watch outside the former minister's house.
Morocco beats Argentina to win its first Under-20 World Cup title/in /by
Striker Yassir Zabiri scored twice as Morocco won its first Under-20 World Cup title with a 2-0 victory over Argentina on Sunday.
Tributes pour in as former Kenyan PM Raila Odinga buried with full state honours/in /by
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga was buried Sunday at his rural home as the country, which has previously been marred by post-election violence and anti-government protests, faces political uncertainty.
South African rowing team to makes history in Boston regatta/in /by
It is the first time an all-Black African team will take part at the Head of the Charles Regatta, the largest three-day event in the world.
Tens of thousands protest Trump’s ‘authoritarian rule’ across US and Europe/in /by
Protesters accuse the Trump administration of attempting to subvert democracy
Egyptians call for Rafah border crossing with Gaza Strip to be reopened/in /by
Israel on Saturday said the crossing between Egypt and Gaza would remain closed until further notice.
Met Museum show brings together Ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses/in /by
'Divine Egypt' explores how the gods and imagery were experienced in temples, shrines, and tombs, and how they came to life in daily worship.
Counting underway in Libya following elections in 16 municipal councils/in /by
Libyans hope these municipal elections will pave the way for long-delayed parliamentary and presidential polls.