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Fears of new clashes as police in Tanzania outlaw Independence Day protests
Police in Tanzania have announced that any protests during next week’s Independence Day would be illegal. The news is raising concerns of further clashes after last month’s post-election violence.
Hundreds protest in Mogadishu against Trump’s reference to Somali immigrants as “garbage”
Hundreds of people took to the streets of Mogadishu on Friday to voice their outrage at US President Trump’s reference to Somali immigrants as “garbage.”
FIFA awards US President Trump its first ever international peace prize
International football’s governing body FIFA has awarded US President Trump its first ever peace prize for what it says are his efforts to work towards peace around the world.
Somali migrant recounts torture in Libya but says hope for a better life still drives him
Awale is one of hundreds of thousands of Somalis who have fled decades of conflict and hardship. While many seek safety in neighboring countries, others — like him — still dream of the West despite rising barriers
Avatar: Fire and Ash explores trust, loss, and family fracture, says Zoe Saldaña
Saldaña explains that Neytiri’s willingness to follow her partner Jake Sully contrasts sharply with her own personality.
Kenyan parliament report condemns British army unit BATUK over decades of abuses
The Kenyan lawmakers described BATUK’s presence as more akin to that of an “occupying force” than a partner — calling into question the long-standing defense cooperation agreement with the United Kingdom and demanding stronger oversight, accountability, and mechanisms for victims’ justice and compen
Morocco: Al Hoceima suspends classes as severe weather hits the region
The temporary shutdown is part of wider precautionary measures taken across northern Morocco as the country faces a new wave of unstable weather, including rain, snowfall in higher elevations, and colder temperatures.
Putin says Russia and India will boost their annual trade
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday hailed the relationship between New Delhi and Moscow after holding talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Chinese exports to Africa soar despite tariff wars
Chinese customs data shows that $122 billion worth of goods were exported to Africa in the first eight months of 2025, with projections that the figure could reach $200 billion
Chinese exports to Africa soar despite tariff wars
Chinese customs data shows that $122 billion worth of goods were exported to Africa in the first eight months of 2025, with projections that the figure could reach $200 billion