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North Korea holds first Pyongyang marathon since the Covid-19 pandemic
Some 200 foreigners joined in the marathon which runs a loop through the capital.
France and Algeria resume diplomatic talks aimed at mending rift
Discussions follow months of fighting that have hurt Paris’ economic interests in its former colony and stalled vital security cooperation.
US to revoke all visas held by South Sudanese passport holders
The decision comes at a time when many in Africa fear that the country could return to the civil war.
DR Congo and M23 rebels to hold direct talks after months of fighting
The talks in Doha come as the African Union nominates Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé as its new mediator.
Tens of thousands take part in anti-Trump demonstrations in United States
Organisers of the "Hands Off" rallies estimate that more than 250,000 people took part in demonstrations in all 50 US states, including the National Mall in the capital.
Gaza: Israeli forces expand operations amidst escalating casualties in Khan Younis
Israeli airstrikes claimed the lives of over a dozen individuals in the Gaza Strip early Friday, coinciding with the deployment of additional ground troops into the Palestinian region to intensify the offensive against Hamas.
South Africa’s Ceres rail’s vintage steam train journey through scenic landscapes to Elgin
Every weekend, Ceres Rail Company operates its steam train on a scenic 160 km round-trip to the enchanting Elgin Railway Market, which takes about three hours.
Rwandan government announces death of deputy spokesperson Alain Mukuralinda
The Rwandan government has announced the passing of its deputy spokesperson, Alain Mukuralinda, through an official statement.
Lesotho: textile industry hangs in the balance following new U.S. tariffs
Textile manufacturing is one of Lesotho's key industries, employing around 12,000 people and exporting some 75% of its output to the United States.
Malian music legend Amadou Bagayoko Dies at 70
Amadou Bagayoko, who, alongside his wife, formed the iconic blind musical duo Amadou & Mariam, passed away on Friday in Bamako at the age of 70 due to an illness, as confirmed by his family and the Malian government.