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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.
Deadly Israeli strikes hit Gaza’s Al‑Shati camp and Al‑Shifa Hospital
Deadly Israeli strikes hit Gaza’s Al‑Shati camp and Al‑Shifa Hospital area despite a ceasefire, with at least 11 Palestinians killed in renewed violence.
After 3 years of conflict, gold is the driving force behind Sudan’s civil war
On the third anniversary of the war in Sudan, Africanews spoke to journalist Roula Merhej about the economic factors driving the conflict.
South Africa returns looted Zimbabwean remains and sacred artefact
The handover ceremony took place Tuesday at a museum in Cape Town, where eight coffins draped in the Zimbabwean flag stood in solemn tribute. The remains, removed more than a century ago, were taken as so-called “scientific specimens” during colonial rule.
Haitian factory workers protest for higher wages as oil prices surge
Hundreds of factory workers protested Tuesday in Haiti’s capital, demanding a higher minimum wage as the conflict in Iran deepens and drives up oil prices across the globe.
State officials among 9 people arrested over deadly stampede at Haiti citadel
Nine people have been arrested in connection with a deadly stampede in Haiti, including five police officers and two state officials responsible for overseeing the UNESCO listed citadel where the incident took place.
Mystery surrounds US influencer’s death in Zanzibar
A US influencer has died while on holiday in Zanzibar, as police continue investigations and withhold her partner’s passport.
Pakistan hosts thousands of Sikh pilgrims for 2026 baisakhi rites
Pakistan welcomed around 2,300 Sikh pilgrims from India for Baisakhi celebrations at Gurdwara Panja Sahib in Hasan Abdal, about 45 kilometres from Islamabad.