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Togo to ask UN members to adopt world maps that show true size of Africa
Togo has launched a campaign to adopt a world map that better represents the true size of Africa. Now Togo will ask UN member states to commit to ditching European centred maps in favour of more accurate representations.
Chinese national sentenced to a year in prison for attempting to smuggle ants out of Kenya
A Chinese national has been sentenced to a year in prison for attempting to smuggle ants out of Kenya. Zhang Kequn was arrested at Nairobi airport last month with more than 2,000 ants hidden in his luggage.
Brazil calls for stronger defence preparedness as LAAD expo opens in São Paulo
As geopolitical tensions evolve globally, authorities say initiatives like LAAD Security reflect a growing push across the region to balance peace with preparedness.
Russia repeats offer to take Iran’s enriched uranium
As the world waits for peace talks between the US and Iran to resume, Russia says it can help solve the problem of Iran's enriched uranium.
Kenya fuel prices surge amid global oil crisis and domestic controversy
Kenya has announced a sharp rise in fuel prices, with diesel recording its biggest increase on record despite a recent tax cut.
South Africa appoints Roelf Meyer as US ambassador amid strained ties
Meyer himself comes from the Afrikaans community, a factor analysts say could influence diplomatic engagement.
Strikes hit Sloviansk and Sumy as Russia pounds Ukrainian cities
Russia strikes Sloviansk with a FAB-1500 bomb, wrecking civilian buildings, while repeated drone attacks ignite major fires in Sumy’s industrial zone.
Burundian writer celebrates cultural heritage through children’s tales
Aïta Chancella Kanyange is a Burundian writer who celebrates her country’s traditions through her writing. The 33-year-old author writes stories for children aged 2 to 10.
Iran details maritime losses from US, Israeli attacks in IMO report
Iran has submitted a formal document to the International Maritime Organization’s Legal Committee, detailing what it calls severe maritime and civilian losses caused by US and Israeli military attacks.
Humanoid robots box and perform at Hong Kong AI and robotics fair
Hong Kong’s InnoEX 2026 fair showcased boxing, musical and rescue robots, highlighting China’s push to integrate intelligent machines into daily life.