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Solar panels light up African future
In early October, several villages nestled in the tropical rainforests of Cameroon's Central Region came alive with music and dance, as locals celebrated the official inauguration of the "Rural Solar" project built by a Chinese company.
Thursday 16 October 2025 - 10:00am
Sudan's El Fasher suffers intense fighting, severe humanitarian conditions
Escalating clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the western city of El Fasher have further deteriorated the already dire humanitarian and health situation, as the UN issued urgent appeals for a
Thursday 16 October 2025 - 12:00am
UNAIDS chief calls for continued global solidarity to end AIDS
Despite the progress, Byanyima cautioned that the pandemic is far from over. Reductions in international funding, she noted, have posed new challenges to prevention and control efforts. "To end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030, we must remain u
Wednesday 15 October 2025 - 10:00pm
Kenya's former Prime Minister Raila Odinga died Wednesday from a heart attack at a hospital in India
Indian media reported Odinga's death on Wednesday morning, saying that he suffered cardiac arrest during a morning walk at the Sreedhareeyam Ayurvedic Eye Hospital and Research Centre, where he had been staying for six days.
Wednesday 15 October 2025 - 04:00pm
Cote d'Ivoire beat Kenya to qualifies for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Leading Group F with a one-point advantage over Gabon, Cote d'Ivoire needed a win to directly qualify for next year's global football showpiece in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Wednesday 15 October 2025 - 06:00am
Released but broken: freed Palestinian prisoners return to land of loss, ruins
At dawn on his first day of freedom, Mohammed Zaqout stood outside a tent in Khan Younis City in the southern coastal enclave and drew a long, trembling breath.
Tuesday 14 October 2025 - 10:00pm
Israel halts Rafah reopening, limits aid as Hamas fails to return all bodies
Israel decided on Tuesday to halt the reopening of the Rafah crossing and further reduce humanitarian aid to Gaza, as both sides traded accusations of violating the fragile ceasefire.
Tuesday 14 October 2025 - 10:00pm
UN allocates additional funds to support humanitarian operations in Gaza
UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs said that under the humanitarian plan for the initial 60 days of the ceasefire, the United Nations and its partners will deliver life-saving assistance and services to people across the strip, whereve
Tuesday 14 October 2025 - 02:00am
Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women to Chart Fresh Path for Empowerment
If we live in a fairer world that upholds genuine values and rejects double standards, it will lead to global peace, which ultimately serves the interests of women," Amal Amaar, president of Egypt's National Council for Women
Monday 13 October 2025 - 10:00am
UN Gender Expert in DR Congo Calls for a Future Where Being a Woman Is a Strength, Not a Risk
The world needs this feminine strength to build peace," a UN gender expert in DR Congo said. "I dream of an Africa where being a woman is a strength, not a risk.
Monday 13 October 2025 - 08:00am
Politics & Current Affairs
Fragile calm returns to Gaza as thousands of displaced residents head north
A fragile calm has returned to the war-torn Gaza Strip for the second day, as a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas appears to hold, offering a rare glimpse of hope after two years of relentless conflict.
Sunday 12 October 2025 - 06:00pm
Tanzanian initiative helps deaf women break silence through entrepreneurship
Tanzania Joy Women Entrepreneurship for the Deaf is empowering deaf women to become business leaders, breadwinners, and changemakers in their communities.
Saturday 11 October 2025 - 12:00pm
Ethiopia to launch trade under AfCFTA
Ethiopia will officially begin trading goods under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreement on Thursday, focusing on exports to Kenya, Somalia, and South Africa.
Thursday 09 October 2025 - 02:00pm
South African flotilla activists return home from Israeli detention
Six South African activists, including Mandla Mandela, returned home after being detained by Israel while attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Thursday 09 October 2025 - 02:00pm
Gertrude Mongella Calls for Renewed Global Action on Women’s Empowerment
Mongella urges stronger global action on women’s empowerment ahead of Beijing+30.
Thursday 09 October 2025 - 02:00pm
UNHCR goodwill ambassador Yang Yang finds the true power of sports
UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador and Olympic champion Yang Yang highlights how sports can inspire hope, unity, and empowerment for refugees and displaced communities worldwide.
Wednesday 08 October 2025 - 02:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Malawian President Mutharika announces partial lineup of new Cabient
Malawi’s President Peter Mutharika unveils partial lineup of new cabinet.
Tuesday 07 October 2025 - 02:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Gaza Authorities Report Over 90% Infrastructure Destroyed, 67,000 Killed in Ongoing Strikes
Gaza reports 90% infrastructure destroyed and 67,000 killed in Israeli strikes.
Tuesday 07 October 2025 - 02:00pm
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza drop as peace talks under way: UN
id workers strive to meet urgent needs in Gaza despite violence and limits.
Tuesday 07 October 2025 - 02:00am
Politics & Current Affairs
Exhausted by war, Gazans await progress from ceasefire talks in Egypt
Israeli and Palestinian teams meet in Egypt seeking Gaza ceasefire after war.
Monday 06 October 2025 - 10:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Hamas Seeks Egyptian Guarantees for U.S.-Backed 20-Point Gaza Ceasefire Plan
Hamas urges Egypt to oversee implementation of U.S.-backed Gaza ceasefire plan.
Monday 06 October 2025 - 04:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Chinese Firm Breaks Ground on Ultramodern Amusement Park Near Ghana’s Tema
Chinese firm launches ultramodern amusement park project near Ghana’s Tema.
Monday 06 October 2025 - 12:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Hamas Delegation Arrives in Egypt for Talks on Implementing Trump’s Gaza Ceasefire Plan
Hamas delegation in Egypt for talks on Trump’s proposed Gaza ceasefire plan.
Monday 06 October 2025 - 04:00am
Climate & Environment
World Mourns Jane Goodall, Pioneer Who Transformed Understanding of Chimpanzees
Jane Goodall, chimpanzees, conservation, Gombe National Park, Tanzania, environmentalism, primatology, ethology, wildlife, global tribute
Sunday 05 October 2025 - 06:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Goma Airport Remains Closed Eight Months After Rebel Seizure in Eastern DRC
Goma airport stays closed months after rebel takeover amid ongoing conflict.
Sunday 05 October 2025 - 12:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
World Insights: How is this U.S. government shutdown different from previous ones?
Recent U.S. shutdown marked by unprecedented partisan hostility and conflict.
Sunday 05 October 2025 - 08:00am
Egypt opens tomb of Pharaoh Amenhotep III to visitors after 20-year restoration
Egypt, Amenhotep III, tomb, Valley of the Kings, restoration, New Kingdom, tourism, antiquities, cultural heritage, archaeology
Saturday 04 October 2025 - 10:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Hamas Responds to U.S. Peace Proposal, Shows Signs of Flexibility
Hamas responds to U.S. peace plan, signaling flexibility amid international attention.
Saturday 04 October 2025 - 02:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Chinese firms launch solar project to light up Nigerian capital city
Chinese firms begin construction on Nigeria’s flagship ‘Light Up Abuja’ project.
Saturday 04 October 2025 - 12:00pm
AU launches 10-year initiative to improve education in Africa
African Union rolls out 10-year plan to enhance learning and teachers’ impact.
Saturday 04 October 2025 - 12:00pm