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Searching for Pan-Africanism's Lost Spirit

A profound exploration into the enduring legacy of Pan-Africanism, tracing its revolutionary roots and examining its urgent relevance in today's global landscape of racial justice and decolonisation.

Manchester's 1945 Pan-African Congress: 80 Years On

Eighty years after Manchester hosted the landmark Pan-African Congress, discover how this radical gathering ignited independence movements across Africa and reshaped Black political consciousness worldwide.

Professor Jane Plastow: African Theatre Pioneer Dies

Celebrating the extraordinary life and legacy of Professor Jane Plastow, whose pioneering work in African theatre transformed cultural understanding and educational practices across continents.

Cameroon school fire kills at least 22

A devastating fire has ripped through a school in Cameroon's economic capital, Douala, claiming at least 22 lives and leaving a community in mourning as authorities launch an investigation.

Raila Odinga hospitalised in critical condition in Nairobi

Veteran Kenyan politician Raila Odinga rushed to hospital in Nairobi after falling severely ill, with doctors closely monitoring his condition. The 78-year-old former prime minister's health scare sparks national concern.

Miriam Makeba's revolutionary spirit in dance drama

A groundbreaking new dance production celebrating the life and music of South African icon Miriam Makeba premieres in London, blending powerful political narrative with explosive choreography.

Nigerian Modernism: Tate's Groundbreaking Show

Discover how Tate Modern's landmark exhibition redefines art history, showcasing the vibrant genius of Nigeria's modernist pioneers in London's most ambitious African art showcase.

AFCON 2025 in jeopardy as Morocco protests escalate

Exclusive: The future of Africa's premier football tournament hangs in the balance as widespread protests and political instability in Morocco spark cancellation fears. CAF president Patrice Motsepe breaks his silence on the mounting crisis.

South African ambassador dies in Paris hotel fall

South Africa's ambassador to France, Mr. Nhlanhla Joseph Mahlangu, has died after falling from the 22nd floor of the Hyatt Hotel Paris Madeleine in a suspected suicide, according to French authorities investigating the tragic incident.

US Denied Rights to West African Deportees - Lawyer

A human rights lawyer alleges that the US deported West African migrants without due process, denying them access to legal counsel and fair hearings in a breach of international obligations.

African Tribe Faces Eviction from Scottish Estate

The Kingdom of Kubala, a sovereign African community in Scotland, faces imminent eviction from their Aberdeenshire estate in a landmark legal dispute over land rights and cultural recognition.

West African Nations Forge Historic Cooperation Pact

In a landmark move for regional stability, Ghana, Senegal, and The Gambia have signed a pivotal cooperation agreement covering security, economic development, and cross-border collaboration, signalling a new era of West African diplomacy.

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