South African parliament passes budget after coalition deal
Lawmakers passed the key appropriation bill as the ANC dropped a tax hike and fired a minister to gain DA support.
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Ghana reshapes mining laws to link revenue directly with locals
Ghana plans to reform mining laws by shortening licence durations and mandating revenue sharing with local communities to boost development.
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Junta in Burkina Faso releases reporters after months in custody
Two journalists in Burkina Faso have been released after spending four months detained under anti-terrorism laws enforced by the country’s military junta.
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Deadly head-on crash in Zimbabwe leaves 17 dead
A horrific road crash in Zimbabwe between a truck and a minibus left 17 dead, with rescuers working for hours to retrieve the bodies from the wreckage.
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France backs UN reforms to boost African representation
Backing UN reforms France wants African countries to gain permanent seats and urges decisive action on humanitarian and legal obligations.
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Global powers denounce Israel, demand ceasefire in Gaza
Twenty-five nations and the EU have condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza, calling for a ceasefire and demanding unrestricted humanitarian assistance.
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Canada backs young entrepreneurs in East Africa
Canada and FINCA Canada have partnered to improve economic prospects for youth in Uganda and Tanzania through training and financial tools.
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South Africa’s president fires minister over corruption claims
President Ramaphosa removed the higher education minister after criminal charges accused her of lying and corruption in South Africa’s ruling coalition.
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AfDB approves €100M loan for Moroccan women farmers
Morocco will receive a 100 million euro loan from AfDB to support small-scale farming and climate resilience led by women and young farmers.
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Egypt: Gaza ceasefire near, urgent aid needed
Egypt expressed hope for a Gaza ceasefire, rejected forced displacement, and unveiled a coordinated reconstruction plan with international partners.
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