China's Secret Police Outposts Exposed in East Africa
Amnesty International reveals Chinese police operating covert stations in Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda, raising serious human rights concerns about transnational repression.
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Guinea turmoil: Military storms prison, dissolves government
Guinea faces political chaos as elite forces storm main prison, freeing inmates while military government dissolves interim cabinet in dramatic power struggle.
Senegal removes French graffiti in cultural shift
Senegal embarks on a nationwide campaign to remove French-language graffiti, replacing colonial-era messaging with local languages in a powerful statement of cultural reclamation.
Starmer's Sussex break before election campaign
Sir Keir Starmer chooses East Sussex countryside for pre-election break as Labour prepares for government, with key shadow ministers spotted in constituency visits.
Trump praises South African opposition leader Malema
Former US President Donald Trump faces backlash after publicly endorsing South Africa's opposition leader Julius Malema, praising his 'brave stance' against the current government in a move that has drawn sharp criticism from international observers.
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Talks: Vance Meets Netanyahu
JD Vance's surprise diplomatic mission to Israel coincides with critical ceasefire negotiations that could secure hostage releases, but Hamas's response threatens to derail the fragile peace process.
63 killed in Uganda bus crash after dangerous overtaking
Tragedy strikes Uganda as two buses attempting dangerous overtaking manoeuvres collide in head-on crash, killing 63 people in one of deadliest road accidents in recent memory.
Trump's Middle East Deal Faces Collapse in New Poll
Exclusive polling data suggests Donald Trump's landmark Middle East agreement is losing crucial backing, raising concerns about its long-term viability and geopolitical implications.
Somalia famine: Climate crisis pushes millions to brink
Exclusive report reveals how consecutive failed rainy seasons and soaring global food prices have created a perfect storm of famine in Somalia, with millions facing severe hunger and aid agencies struggling to respond.
Trump warns Hamas of 'brutal end' as allies prepare Gaza invasion
Former President Donald Trump issues stark warning to Hamas as regional allies reportedly prepare for Gaza ground operation. Trump promises 'most brutal' conclusion to conflict if re-elected.
Kenya plans new city near Nairobi to ease congestion
Kenya embarks on an ambitious urban development project to construct a new city near Nairobi, designed to alleviate congestion and drive economic growth across East Africa.
US Aid Cuts Trigger HIV Crisis in Lesotho
The tiny African kingdom of Lesotho faces a devastating HIV epidemic resurgence after Trump administration funding cuts eliminated essential prevention programmes, leaving thousands vulnerable.
South Africa rejects Trump's HIV 'bad blood' theory
South Africa's health minister has condemned Donald Trump's assertion that the country's HIV prevalence stems from 'bad blood' between political factions, calling the remarks scientifically inaccurate and harmful to global health efforts.
Reagan's Forgotten Middle East Peace Blueprint
Decades before current conflicts, Ronald Reagan proposed a comprehensive Middle East peace plan that offered Palestinians self-government alongside Israeli security. As modern negotiations stall, experts ask: was the solution hiding in plain sight all alo
Madagascar President Impeached Amid Celebrations
Madagascar's political landscape transforms as parliament votes to impeach President Andry Rajoelina, sparking massive celebrations across Antananarivo amid ongoing anti-government protests.
Cameroon opposition declares election victory amid crisis
Cameroon's presidential election descends into chaos as opposition leader Maurice Kamto claims victory, challenging the official electoral process and setting the stage for a major political confrontation.
45 dead in South Africa bus crash, child sole survivor
Tragedy strikes as a bus carrying Easter pilgrims plunges 50 metres down a ravine near Mamatlakala, leaving 45 dead and sole eight-year-old survivor fighting for life.
South Africa declares disaster amid catastrophic flooding
Johannesburg and Pretoria face devastating floods as South Africa declares state of emergency with multiple fatalities reported and infrastructure severely damaged.
Africa demands £1.3 trillion climate debt payment
African nations are calling for wealthy countries to honour their climate finance commitments as new research reveals the staggering £1.3 trillion needed for decarbonisation across the continent.
Gaza Ceasefire Falters as Hamas Rejects Israeli Deal
Fragile ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas face collapse as the militant group rejects Israel's latest hostage release proposal, while Donald Trump's unexpected intervention adds diplomatic complexity to the escalating Middle East crisis.
Sierra Leone: Africa's Undiscovered Beach Paradise
Discover Sierra Leone's breathtaking coastline, pristine rainforests and vibrant culture in this comprehensive travel guide to West Africa's emerging tourism destination.
Why Middle East peace is harder than war
As conflict dynamics shift across the Middle East, achieving lasting peace presents even greater challenges than warfare in this deeply divided region.
Gaza Ceasefire Begins as IDF Starts Withdrawal
A landmark ceasefire has taken effect in Gaza with Israeli forces beginning phased withdrawal after former US President Donald Trump mediated breakthrough negotiations between Israel and Hamas.
Democrats Praise Trump's Middle East Diplomacy Breakthrough
In a remarkable political shift, prominent Democrats are acknowledging Donald Trump's unexpected success with Middle East diplomacy as new peace agreements transform regional alliances.
Trump's Gaza Peace Plan: Regional Powers to Rebuild
Exclusive: Donald Trump reveals ambitious post-war Gaza plan involving regional powers while criticising current US administration's approach to Israel-Hamas conflict.
Trump's Israel-Gaza Peace Plan: What Comes Next?
An in-depth analysis of the proposed peace deal between Israel and Gaza, examining the potential consequences and international reactions to Trump's controversial roadmap.
South Africa brings Israel to ICJ over Gaza genocide claims
In a historic legal confrontation, South Africa draws powerful parallels to its own apartheid past while accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza at the International Court of Justice.
Meloni calls Israel genocide case 'unfounded'
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni faces international backlash after dismissing South Africa's ICJ case accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza, calling it 'unfounded' in a move that has drawn sharp criticism from political opponents.
Trump Breaks Silence on Israel-Gaza Conflict
Donald Trump makes explosive comments about Israel's conflict with Hamas, criticising Israeli leadership and revealing private conversations in exclusive interview.
Ethiopia PM claims divine mandate in controversial speech
Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has sparked debate by declaring God chose him to lead the nation, raising concerns about church-state separation in the East African country.
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