India, Germany eye Africa for cooperation
India and Germany join forces with Ethiopia & Madagascar in trilateral development push, focusing on climate & sustainability.
UNSC passes resolution calling for immediate humanitarian aid into Gaza
UN Security Council’s resolution on Gaza crisis passes with US abstention, focusing on urgent humanitarian access amid escalating conflict.
Progress made in addressing gender disparities in education
Experts underscore the crucial role of education in empowering girls
Nearly 100 journalists killed in attacks carried out by Israel
Death of Ala Abu Muammer brings number killed to 98, says Gaza government
UN chief ‘shocked,’ by Prague university shooting
Antonio Guterres expresses deepest condolences to families of victims, wishes injured speedy recovery, says spokesman
At least 15 dead in Prague university shooting
Police suspect link between shooter, deaths of 2 victims last week in Klanovicky forest near Prague
Piracy in Red Sea: Somaliland calls for international action
Links between piracy and terrorism in the Red Sea raise concerns for Horn of Africa, leading Somaliland to call for global action.
French intel shakeup: Spy chief sacked after Africa failures
France redefines Africa policy after Sahel failures, new DGSE and security chiefs face Russia, US challenges.
Israel holds 300 Palestinians from Gaza in harsh conditions
Authorities accuse detainees of being members of Al-Qassam Brigades elite forces, known as Nukhba Forces
Kuwait’s new emir accepts government resignation
Government’s resignation comes shortly after Emir Sheikh Mishal took constitutional oath as country’s new leader
Jordan drops 6th batch of medical aid to southern Gaza
Statement by army affirms Amman’s commitment to keep providing aid to Gaza, devastated by weeks of Israeli attacks
Amnesty demands probe into Gaza ‘enforced disappearances’
Amnesty International demands an urgent probe into Israel’s treatment of Palestinian detainees following reported deaths in military detention centers.
Burkina Faso detains French nationals in ‘spy’ claim
Burkina Faso arrests French citizens accused of spying, strains relations with former colonial power.
South-South health initiative HeDPAC aims to tackle Covid gaps
HeDPAC bridges African and Caribbean healthcare for stronger South-South cooperation to tackle Covid issues.
Greece OKs new law granting illegal migrants residence rights
New law in Greece legalizes the employment of undocumented migrants who have been living in the country for at least 3 years.
Officials say 97 Palestinian journalists killed by Israel in Gaza since Oct 7
Last victim was Adel Zorob who was killed in Israeli overnight airstrikes on Rafah, southern Gaza
US announces new mission to counter attacks on commercial vessels in Red Sea
US announces Operation Prosperity Guardian, a new mission to secure Red Sea shipping from Houthi attacks.
South African president says war in Gaza genocide, repeats call for cease-fire
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa condemns the ongoing Gaza conflict as “genocide,” appealing for a swift global ceasefire to address the humanitarian crisis.
Paraguay prison shootout leaves 10 dead, drug kingpin captured
Paraguay prison riot turns deadly as police attempt to transfer drug lord.
US demands accountability after Israeli police brutally attack Turkish journal...
The US has condemned an Israeli police assault on a Turkish journalist covering prayers in East Jerusalem and called for accountability.
Renowned Turkish flutist showcases talent at annual concert in Nigeria
Lelya Bayramogullari takes the stage at 16th edition of Festival of Praise in capital Abuja
Morocco Pushes for Greater African Representation at UN
The call for reform comes amidst a complex global landscape marked by “multipolarity,” separatism, violent extremism, and anti-immigrant sentiment.
US injects $82M to revolutionize Africa’s tech infrastructure
The US has pledged $82 million to accelerate Africa’s digital transformation, with a focus on infrastructure, access, and entrepreneurship.
Gaza streets morph into burial grounds amid Israel’s attacks
In the midst of ongoing conflict, Gaza’s makeshift graves serve as symbols of resilience and defiance, each one a silent plea for peace and justice.
Finland closes border with Russia again
Russian authorities are continuing their ‘hybrid operation,’ says Finnish government
Israel ‘mistakenly’ killed 3 hostages during battles in Gaza
Army says it is opening investigation to look into circumstances of killings
Israeli army has detained 4,420 Palestinians since Oct. 7
16 more Palestinians arrested on Friday in West Bank, according to official sources