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BNP Paribas disputes US court verdict over role in Sudan atrocities
In a statement, the bank said it believes the decision will be overturned on appeal.
Uganda’s electoral commission sets final date for general election
Voters will go to the polls to chose a president and members of parliament on 15 January 2026.
International organization for mediation launches in Hong Kong
The International Organization for Mediation (IOMed) officially commenced operations on Monday, establishing a new multilateral platform for resolving interstate, international investment, and commercial disputes through peaceful mediation.
Morocco raises health and education spending in 2026 draft budget
Morocco's finance ministry submitted its draft budget for 2026 to parliament on Monday.
Cameroon: Paul Biya declared as provisional winner of presidential election
The National Vote Counting Commission released provisional results on Monday.
Pix of the Day: October 21, 2025
Pix of the Day: October 21, 2025
Storm wreaks havoc in Paris suburbs, leaving trail of destruction
A powerful storm struck the Val-d’Oise region, northwest of Paris, on Monday evening, leaving one person dead and nine others injured after violent winds caused three cranes to collapse in the town of Ermont.
Nubian women in Kenya revive tradition through urban farming
In the heart of Kibera, Kenya’s largest informal settlement, a group of Nubian women is transforming small urban spaces into thriving gardens through hydroponics and circular farming.
South Africa’s DA party proposes axing race-based legislation
It said it would introduce an “Economic Inclusion for All” bill to replace Black Economic Empowerment laws.
Humanitarian Aid trucks roll into Gaza amid fragile ceasefire
Humanitarian aid deliveries resumed into Gaza on Monday under a precarious ceasefire, just one day after the truce faced its first major test when Israeli forces conducted lethal strikes in response to Hamas militants killing two soldiers.