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AFCON 2025 ticket sales officially open
Football fans now have a chance to grab their spot for AFCON 2025. The Confederation of African Football has officially opened ticket sales with Visa cardholders getting 48 hour priority access.
World leaders gather in Sharm el-Sheikh for Gaza peace summit
The Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sharm el Sheikh where leaders from more than 20 countries are gathering to hammer out the next steps in the Israel-Hamas peace process.
Xi Jinping urges greater role for Women in politics and governance
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for greater female representation in politics and government, emphasizing the need to "internalise" gender equality across all levels of society.
Storm Alice batters Spain’s east and Balearic Islands with flooding and travel chaos
Storm Alice has battered Spain’s eastern coast and the Balearic Islands, bringing torrential rain, flooding and travel chaos across the region.
Madagascan President expected to deliver speech amid growing tensions
Madagascan President Andry Rajoelina has been noticeably absent since last Saturday, only breaking his silence with a brief statement claiming he’s still on Madagascan territory and strongly condemning what he described as an attempted destabilization and illegal seizure of power.
42 dead in South Africa Limpopo bus crash
A bus veered off a road and plunged down an embankment on a steep mountain pass in northern South Africa, killing at least 42 people and leaving another 49 passengers injured, authorities said Monday.
Israel celebrates release of soldier held by Hamas since 2023
Family and friends of Israeli soldier Matan Angrest gathered in celebration early Friday following his release from Hamas captivity after 738 days.
Hostages and Palestinian prisoners freed amid Gaza ceasefire agreement
In a landmark moment following two years of devastating conflict, Hamas on Monday released seven hostages to the International Committee of the Red Cross.
Madagascar President alleges coup as soldiers join anti-government protests
A surreal scene unfolded in Madagascar’s capital on Sunday as soldiers were cheered by anti-government protesters, creating a volatile atmosphere after President Andry Rajoelina announced an attempted coup was in progress.
Voters head to polls as Cameroon’s Paul Biya eyes extended term
Voters in Cameroon went to the polls on Sunday in a presidential election that is widely expected to see 92-year-old Paul Biya, Africa’s longest-serving leader, extend his 42-year rule for another seven years.