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October 1, 2025

South African Ambassador to France Found Dead in Paris Hotel

Paris, France – South Africa’s Ambassador to France, Nomatemba Tambo, has tragically died after reportedly falling from a hotel window in central Paris, authorities confirmed on Tuesday. Local police said the ambassador’s

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October 16, 2025

MTN Group Celebrates 30 Years of Connecting Africa, Reaching 300 Million People

Johannesburg, South Africa — 2025.MTN Group officially commemorated 30 years since its founding, marking three decades of connecting people, driving digital inclusion, and fostering economic growth across Africa. Since its establishment in

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February 4, 2026

Agriculture in West Africa: Trends and Opportunities

Introduction Agriculture has long been the backbone of West Africa’s economy, providing employment for millions of people and contributing significantly to GDP. Despite the challenges faced by the sector, including climate change,

Tragedy Strikes in DR Congo: Over 200 Lives Lost in Mine Collapse Amid Ongoing Conflict

In a devastating tragedy in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), more than 200 people were killed after a mine in the town of Rubaya collapsed due to heavy rains. The collapse

February 1, 2026

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Zambian-American Influencer Sentenced to 18 Months for Hate Speech in Landmark Case

A Zambian-American social media influencer has been sentenced to 18 months in prison after a court found him guilty of publishing repeated hate speech that targeted specific communities and fueled online hostility.

December 3, 2025

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Ethiopia shifts from commercial to concessional loans on foreign debts

The Shift to Concessional Loans Ethiopia has announced that it is negotiating with creditors to convert its commercial loans into concessional terms—meaning lower interest rates, longer maturities and more favourable conditions. In

October 31, 2025

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Kenya Plane Crash Kills Hungarian, German Tourists and Local Pilot

In a tragic incident on 28 October 2025, a light aircraft crashed in Kenya’s Kwale County, killing 11 people, including eight Hungarian tourists, two German tourists, and a Kenyan pilot. The flight

October 29, 2025

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Africa Needs Conflict Prevention as the Continent Faces Unprecedented Threats

Africa is facing an unprecedented wave of conflicts, political instability, and humanitarian crises that threaten the stability, security, and development of the continent. From the Sahel region in West Africa to the

October 9, 2025

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DR Congo: Peace Remains Elusive Despite ‘Progress on Paper,’ UN Official Warns

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) – Peace in eastern DR Congo continues to remain fragile, despite reports of progress “on paper,” a senior United Nations official has warned. Speaking to the

October 1, 2025

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Seven Months On, Eastern Congo Struggles to Achieve Lasting Peace

Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to grapple with instability seven months after the UN passed a resolution aimed at restoring peace in the region. Despite international efforts, armed groups remain

October 1, 2025

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