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AU condemns deadly attack on UN convoy in South Sudan

The African Union condemns a deadly attack on a UN convoy in South Sudan that killed two Ethiopian peacekeepers and inj…

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South Africa urges new ICJ action as Israel defies Gaza genocide orders

South Africa has filed a new dossier with the ICJ accusing Israel of failing to comply with provisional measures in Pre…

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Namibia Declares Economic Emancipation New Struggle

Namibia’s President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has declared economic emancipation the country’s new national struggle, citi…

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Côte d’Ivoire advances family planning efforts under Ouagadougou Partnership

Côte d’Ivoire has been recognised for progress in reproductive health and family planning as the Ouagadougou Partnershi…

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Zimbabwe official charged over Kariba ferry disaster

Zimbabwe has charged a RIDA official with culpable homicide after the Lake Kariba ferry disaster killed 97 people, as i…

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Tinubu Orders Rescue Operation After Mass Abduction

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has ordered a coordinated rescue operation after dozens of people were abducted during a…

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US$9.3m Asset Trail Deepens Tafirenyika Case

A US$9.3 million asset trail is at the centre of Kelsea Tafirenyika's bail hearing as prosecutors challenge claims that…

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DRC, M23 Agree Roadmap for Peace Talks

The DRC government and M23 agree on a roadmap for peace talks, including timelines, implementation reviews and a ceasef…

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Pope appeals for aid in Congo as UN Ebola funds run out 

UN warns Ebola response in DRC could run out of funding within weeks as cases and deaths continue to rise.

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Job Rights, Immigration Under Johannesburg Scrutiny

Johannesburg authorities inspect businesses for labour law breaches, excessive working hours and safety violations amid…

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UN Security Council Holds Second Secretary-General Straw Poll

The UN Security Council holds its second confidential straw poll as eight candidates compete to succeed Antonio Guterre…

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Zimbabwe Bishops Warn Against SSPX Activities

Zimbabwe’s Catholic bishops have warned Catholics against knowingly participating in SSPX activities, citing concerns o…