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Power cuts return in South Africa
The blackouts, commonly referred to as load-shedding, are a critical measure aimed at preventing a complete collapse of the strained electricity grid.
Lebanese flatbread enters U.N.’s list of intangible cultural heritage
Manousheh is often eaten over breakfast is among the latest additions to the U.N.’s list of intangible cultural heritage. Some African practises include midwifery in Nigeria and Togo and Mahadra, a community system for transmission of traditional knowledge in Mauritania.
Chad: Succes Masra’s new government, a blend of continuity and change
Following the recent appointment of ex-opposition leader Succès Masra to the prime ministerial position, 24 hours prior, in Chad, the unveiling of the new government on Tuesday brought attention to both familiar faces and subtle shifts in key areas.
Pics of the day: January 1, 2024
Africanews focuses on the most striking images of the day.
Morocco: 363 kg of cocaine from sub-Saharan Africa seized
A joint security operation between elements of the Sûreté Nationale and Customs at the El Guergarat border post, south of the town of Dakhla, resulted in the seizure of 362 kg and 950 grams of cocaine destined for Morocco from abroad.
Thomas Partey not included in Ghana’s AFCON squad
Despite being initially included in Chris Hughton’s 55-player long list, the Arsenal midfielder, a regular for his nation over the past six years, has not sufficiently progressed in rehabilitating a longstanding thigh injury to participate in the tournament.
Dollar starts 2024 with gains on yen and euro, bitcoin above $45,000
The US dollar surged, drawing focus on upcoming US job data and European inflation figures. These key indicators are expected to provide insights into the prospective moves of central banks.
Somalia rejects Ethiopia-Somaliland port deal
Following an emergency cabinet meeting on Tuesday, Somalia rejected a deal signed Monday between its breakaway region of Somaliland and Ethiopia.
Israel says it will withdraw troops from Gaza strip
Israel's army said several thousand troops would be taken out of Gaza in the coming weeks, though it has not said publicly whether the withdrawal reflects a new phase of the war.
X now worth 71% less than when Musk bought it, Fidelity estimates
X, formerly known as Twitter, has seen its value fall by a staggering 71% since Elon Musk's acquisition in late 2022.