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Belgian ex-diplomat to stand trial over Patrice Lumumba death
A Brussels court has ordered a former Belgian diplomat to stand trial over the 1961 killing of Congolese independence icon Patrice Lumumba. It's a watershed moment for Lumumba's family, who said they are relieved to see the former colonial power "finally confronting its history."
Suspected jihadists attack village in Burkina Faso, killing at least 12
Suspected jihadists have attacked a village in Burkina Faso, killing at least 12 civilians, including nine members of a volunteer force supporting the army, according to local and security sources on Tuesday.
Pix of the Day, 17 March 2026
Pix of the Day, 17 March 2026
Cameroon’s National Assembly gets new leader after 34 Years
Cameroon's National Assembly elected Théodore Datouo as its new president on Tuesday, ending the 34-year tenure of Cavaye Yeguié Djibril, who had led the lower house of parliament since 1992 .
Cameroon’s National Assembly gets new leader after 34 Years
Cameroon's National Assembly elected Théodore Datouo as its new president on Tuesday, ending the 34-year tenure of Cavaye Yeguié Djibril, who had led the lower house of parliament since 1992 .
Israel claims killing of top Iranian officials as conflict deepens
Israel says it has killed two of Iran’s most senior figures in overnight strikes, marking a major escalation in the conflict.
Israel claims killing of top Iranian officials as conflict deepens
Israel says it has killed two of Iran’s most senior figures in overnight strikes, marking a major escalation in the conflict.
South African state prosecutors reinstate bribery charges against former minister
South Africa's state prosecutors have reinstated bribery and corruption charges against a former government minister and a senior figure in the African National Congress (ANC), the authority said Tuesday.
Lebanon: Beirut’s southern suburbs bombarded by Israeli strikes
New Israeli strikes hit Beirut’s southern suburbs, flattening buildings and deepening fears of wider war as Israel–Hezbollah clashes intensify.
Iran: Images show devastation in Tehran after suspected Israeli strikes
Iran has seen fresh damage across Tehran after reported strikes hit several districts, including Shahrak-e Gharb and Javadieh.