Cape Verde qualifies for the World Cup for the first time after beating Eswatini
Cape Verde will play in the World Cup for the first time after beating Eswatini 3-0 to win its group in African qualifying for the 2026 World Cup on Monday.
Madagascar’s president says he fled the country in fear for his life, refuses to resign
Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina said he fled the country in fear for his life following a military rebellion but did not announce his resignation in a speech broadcast on national television
UN says the DRC-Rwanda peace deal ‘is not being respected’
The UN now says that the peace deal is not being respected. They have further warned of a dire humanitarian situation in the Congo due to the ongoing conflict.
Egypt: Trump urges world leaders to seize momentum for peace at Gaza peace summit
The US president signed a document that he says lays the groundwork for Gaza's future.
Trump lauds “historic dawn of a new Middle East” as 20 Israeli hostages freed
The US president spoke in the Knesset, Israel's parliament, after Hamas handed over the remaining 20 living Israeli hostages from Gaza.
Tunisia wraps up world cup qualifying with 3-0 win against Namibia
With its spot in the 2026 World Cup already secured, Tunisia closed its African qualifying run with a comfortable 3-0 home win over Namibia on Monday.
Madagascar wins third edition of ‘Our Generation’ junior song contest in Russia
The final of the contest's third edition took place in Moscow on Saturday.
Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina reportedly flees country as military unit joins protesters
After weeks of anti-government protests, President Andry Rajoelina has reportedly left the country, shortly before he was due to address the nation.
Living with lions: Encounters with wild animals on the rise near Nairobi National Park
For many visitors to Kenya’s capital Nairobi, the chance at seeing lions in the city’s National Park is a major draw. But as residential settlements spring up around the park, lions are increasingly wandering into people’s yards, preying on livestock, pets – and sometimes even humans.
Timbuktu marks 700 years of iconic Mosque with community celebration and restoration
In the heart of Timbuktu, hundreds of residents gathered in a powerful display of unity and heritage, coming together to replaster the Djingarey Ber Mosque, an annual tradition that this year carries special significance. The mosque, built in 1325 by Emperor Mansa Musa, marks its 700th anniversary.