Brazil launches major security operation ahead of BRICS Summit/in /by
“As of today, we will have vessels on the water 24 hours a day. These are ships and smaller vessels controlling the entire maritime space,” said Navy Captain, Elinton Coutinho.
Angélique Kidjo makes history as first black African artist on Hollywood Walk of Fame/in /by
Music icon Angélique Kidjo has cemented her place in history, becoming the first African artist to be awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The honor adds another milestone to an already trailblazing career that has redefined world music.
Russia becomes first country to recognise Afghanistan’s Taliban government/in /by
Moscow previously removed the group, which has ruled over Afghanistan since 2021 and has been accused of grave human rights abuses against the civilian population, from its list of outlawed organisations.
Mali junta chief extends army rule by five years, rules out elections/in /by
The bill granting Gen. Assimi Goita an unelected presidential mandate was approved by Mali's transitional parliament on Thursday
Zambia ends cholera outbreak after weeks without new infections/in /by
After five weeks without a single new infection, Zambia is officially declaring an end to its latest cholera outbreak. The final wave of infections saw 496 cases and claimed 9 lives. Health Minister Elijah Muchima confirmed the last recorded case was in Kabwe District, Central Province, back in May.
Togo: Amnesty International calls for end to use of force against protesters/in /by
The organisation said it had collected several testimonies alleging mistreatment by police and security forces during the recent protests, ranging from torture to abductions and unlawful killings.
Tanzania’s Prime Minister steps down ahead of elections/in /by
Majaliwa, 64, had earlier said he would defend his seat for a fourth term but made a surprise announcement on Wednesday, saying his decision was guided by God and made “in good faith.”
Fragile peace in Eastern DRC as M23 reacts cautiously to Kinshasa-Kigali acccord/in /by
In eastern DRC, hopes for lasting peace remain fragile. The M23 rebel group, which controls key territory, responded cautiously to the June 27 peace deal signed in Washington between Kinshasa and Kigali. The accord pledges to respect borders and end hostilities. But in Goma, M23 says it’s not conc
From flood to famine: Rainfall chaos fuels Africa’s drought crisis/in /by
Extreme weather events, including heatwaves, droughts, and floods, have increased in frequency by a factor of two or three since 1990 and are expected to intensify further.
Gondomar mourns: Funeral for Diogo Jota and André Silva scheduled for Saturday/in /by
The funeral for the late Portuguese footballers Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva will be held this Saturday.