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Dozens killed in deadly gold mine attack in South Sudan/in /by
The perpetrators remain unclear, with conflicting accounts emerging. A security source suggested the involvement of forces linked to Riek Machar, while his representatives have denied responsibility and instead accused the army loyal to President Salva Kiir.
WTO chief praises ‘hard work’ despite lack of deal at Yaounde talks/in /by
The World Trade Organization's 14th ministerial conference wrapped up in the wee hours Monday with no results on the key issues of agriculture and much-needed reform of the organisation
Gunmen attack bar in Jos, Nigeria, leaving 33 dead/in /by
Gunmen opened fire on a bar in Jos, the capital of Nigeria's restive Plateau state, sparking retaliation from a mob and killing nearly three dozen people in all, local sources told AFP Monday.
ACFTA Fest 2026 unites Africa’s youth, innovation and culture in Abuja/in /by
ACFTA Fest positions itself as a unifying platform — harnessing trade, talent and creativity to drive Africa’s next wave of growth.
CAF announces reforms after chaotic AFCON final/in /by
CAF says it is now working closely with FIFA to improve referee training and VAR standards, while also reviewing compensation to safeguard integrity.
Kenya’s “wastepreneurs” turn food waste into opportunity/in /by
In Kenya, a growing number of entrepreneurs, known as wastepreneurs, are transforming food waste into valuable products such as fuel, fertiliser, and cooking oil.
Morocco’s Tangier port prepares for spike in traffic driven by Gulf crisis/in /by
Located in northern Morocco on the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier is a major stopping point for Europe-bound container ships
Nigeria fuel prices surge 65% amid global oil shock/in /by
Prices have jumped by around 65%, the steepest increase among major African economies. The refinery was expected to reduce imports and stabilize costs, but Nigeria still relies heavily on foreign crude.
Egypt business curfew sparks concern among traders and tourism sector/in /by
The government says the move is necessary as fuel costs surge due to disruptions linked to regional conflict, which have driven up import prices and strained national finances.
World Cup 2026 under fire as Amnesty warns of human rights risks for fans/in /by
This summer’s World Cup is being billed as a celebration of global football but not everyone is convinced it will feel that way on the ground.