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Maduro makes first US court appearance after capture

January 05, 2026

Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela’s longtime leader, has arrived at a New York courthouse, shackled, surrounded by heavily armed US law enforcement, just days after a stunning US military operation seized him in Caracas.

Africa Cup of Nations: Algeria gears up to face DRC

January 05, 2026

In the run up to his team's match against the Democratic Republic of Congo in the Africa Cup of Nations, Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez says he is taking a disciplined approach and focusing on the task at hand.

UNICEF warns of alarming rise in sexual violence against children in Eastern DRC

January 05, 2026

UNICEF is warning that sexual violence against children has reached alarming levels at the Rhoo displacement camp in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, as prolonged conflict and insecurity continue to devastate civilian life.

Tunisia sack head coach Sami Trabelsi after crashing out of AFCON in Round of 16

January 05, 2026

Tunisia have sacked their head coach Sami Trabelsi after the nation failed to advance beyond the Round of 16 stage at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Senegal baskets are all the rage so why aren't craftswomen seeing the profits?

January 05, 2026

Senegal baskets are hot, but women weavers ask where's the money?

Sudan: tens of thousands displaced by latest front in civil war

January 05, 2026

As the civil war rages on in Sudan, tens of thousands of people have been displaced by the latest front in the conflict between the Sudanese Army and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.

Skiers form heart to honour victims of deadly Crans-Montana fire

January 05, 2026

Skiers gathered to form a heart on the slopes, honoring bar fire victims and responders. A national mourning day is set for January 9.

Amnesty accuses Uganda of torture and mass arrests ahead of January elections

January 05, 2026

Amnesty International is accusing Ugandan security forces of torture and arbitrary arrests as the country heads toward elections on January 15.

AI takes center stage at Consumer Electronics Show 2026 in Las Vegas

January 05, 2026

The CES 2026 in Las Vegas highlights AI in daily gadgets like learning robots and smart kitchen tools, with 4,000 exhibitors and 130,000 visitors.

Equatorial Guinea relocates capital

January 05, 2026

Equatorial Guinea has relocated its capital from Malabo to Ciudad de la Paz via a presidential decree. The project has been almost two decades in the making, and was partly motivated by the swift urban growth of Malabo.

Hershey Bears' teddy bear toss collects 81,796 toys for local charities

January 05, 2026

Fans of the Hershey Bears threw 81,796 stuffed toys onto the ice for charity, halting play briefly. Hershey won 5-2, with the event donating to over 60 local charities.

'That's enough,' Greenland's PM tells Trump after renewed threats to annex Danish territory

January 05, 2026

The US intervention into Venezuela has again raised fears over Washington's stated intention to seize the Danish territory of Greenland. Greenland's Prime Minister has called for an end to the threats.

Driving instructors teach students how to survive Zimbabwe's deadly roads

January 05, 2026

Zimbabwe has some of the deadliest roads in the world, with an average of five people killed in accidents every day. Now authorities are trying to take the problem in hand.

ECOWAS urges respect for Venezuela's independence after US operation

January 05, 2026

In a statement, the West African bloc called for all states to "respect the independence and territorial integrity of Venezuela."

Venezuela deals with aftermath of US strikes on Catia La Mar

January 05, 2026

Venezuela is reeling from US strikes on Catia La Mar, with fires, power outages, and severe damage reported. At least one civilian death and several injuries confirmed.

Guinea Supreme Court confirms Doumbouya's presidential election victory

January 05, 2026

The Guinean Supreme Court credited Mamadi Doumbouya with 86.72% of votes, confirming provisional results.

26 dead and 14 missing after boat capsizes in northeastern Nigeria

January 05, 2026

At least 26 people drowned and 14 others are missing after a boat carrying farmers and fishermen capsized in northeastern Nigeria, the emergency services said Sunday.

Venezuelan diaspora rallies in Madrid backing the opposition

January 05, 2026

Hundreds gathered in Madrid for a second day to support US operation against President Maduro and back Venezuela’s opposition leaders.

Cameroon edge South Africa, to face Morocco next [Football Now]

January 05, 2026

Brahim Díaz kept Morocco's Africa Cup of Nations title hopes on track while five-time winner Cameroon beat South Africa 2-1 for a showdown with the host nation in the quarterfinals

Nigeria: Death toll rises to 50 in Niger state market attack

January 05, 2026

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu condemned the attack and said he has directed security officials to hunt down the gunmen and rescue the hostages.

AFCON: Seven-time champion Egypt to face Benin for quarterfinal spot

January 05, 2026

Egyptian players are favourites to defeat Benin, who are appearing at this stage of the competition for only the second time in their history.

Pope voices concern over US raid in Venezuela, calls for peace and sovereignty

January 04, 2026

Pope Leo has expressed deep concern over the recent US raid in Venezuela, urging that the well-being of the Venezuelan people must take precedence over all other considerations.

At least 50 killed in market attack in Nigeria’s Niger State

January 05, 2026

At least 50 people have been killed and several others abducted after gunmen attacked a market in Nigeria’s Niger State, according to police. The attackers stormed Kasuwan Daji market in Demo village on Saturday afternoon, setting stalls on fire and looting food.

Renewed fighting near Uvira raises tensions in Eastern DR Congo

January 04, 2026

Renewed tensions are flaring in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, with fresh fighting reported around the city of Uvira in South Kivu province.

Celebrations in South Florida as Venezuelans react to Maduro’s capture

January 04, 2026

South Florida erupted in celebration as news broke of the U.S. military operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Venezuelans in the region draped flags over their shoulders and chanted “liberty,” marking a moment many had long hoped for.

Cameroon and South Africa set for high-stakes AFCON round of 16 clash

January 04, 2026

South Africa and Cameroon meet on Sunday in the Round of 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations, with both teams aiming to extend their tournament runs after finishing second in their respective groups.

Senegal, Mali set up AFCON quarterfinal clash [Football Now]

January 04, 2026

Sadio Mané led Senegal to the quarterfinals of the Africa Cup of Nations after a 3-1 win over Sudan in Tangier on Saturday, while 10-man Mali defeated Tunisia on penalties to advance

Fear and uncertainty sweep Venezuela after US operation targets President Maduro

January 04, 2026

Fear and uncertainty are spreading across Venezuela following what US officials describe as a dramatic American military operation targeting President Nicolás Maduro.

Cuban Santería priests warn of conflicts and violence in 2026

January 03, 2026

Santería followers gathered in Havana on Friday to discover the Letter of the Year, the predictions of the priests for the New Year.

The Gambia: Dozens missing after boat carrying over 200 migrants capsized

January 03, 2026

At least 102 survivors were rescued and seven bodies recovered from the boat that capsized off the Gambian coast on New Year's Eve, President Adama Barrow said in a state broadcast.

DRC, Liberia among five new non-permanent UN Security Council members

January 03, 2026

The United Nations Security Council welcomed Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Latvia and Liberia, as its five new non-permanent members for the 2026-2027 period.

Israeli recognition of Somaliland is a 'calculated distraction,' Somali diplomat says

January 03, 2026

Somalia's ambassador the United Nations said Israel's move aimed to distract from its war in Gaza and its occupation of the West Bank.

A displaced grandmother and her grandson burn to death in Gaza tent fire

January 03, 2026

A fire broke out in the tent sheltering Amal Abu al-Khair and her family while her son was cooking dinner.

Tunisia: Swimmers celebrate New Year with plunge in cold sea

January 03, 2026

Tunisian sports and medical associations have made it a habit to organise the "Ghatssa," a swim in the cold sea waters on the first day of the new year.

Four people trapped after Nairobi building collapses, rescue operations ongoing

January 03, 2026

The Kenya Red Cross said a multi-agency response team was at the scene “managing the situation.”Among those trapped are two watchmen and two pedestrians.

Sudan train before facing Senegal in Africa Cup of Nations

January 03, 2026

The day before they go up against Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations, Sudan geared up by training in Tangiers. The team, which last won the tournament in 1970, has never won against 2021 champions Senegal.

Thousands flock to southern Nigeria for Calabar Carnival

January 02, 2026

Thousands of revellers gathered in southern Nigeria for the latest edition of the Calabar Carnival. The festival sees vibrant outfits, music and dancing fill the streets of Cross River State.

Israel's decision to suspend aid groups will have devastating impact on Gaza services, NGO says

January 02, 2026

Israel’s announcement that it is suspending more than two dozen aid groups will have a devastating impact on their services in Gaza, one of the organisations has said.

Venus Williams to return to Australian Open

January 03, 2026

Five years after her last appearance at the tournament, Venus Williams is set to compete in the Australian Open which gets underway later this month. At the age of 45, Williams is to become the oldest woman to compete in the tournament.

New York City's new mayor Zohran Mamdani promises to govern 'audaciously' in inaugural address

January 02, 2026

Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City on Thursday, taking over one of the most unrelenting jobs in American politics with a promise to use the power of government to improve the lives of working people.

Sudanese migrants share hopes for 2026 aboard Ocean Viking

January 02, 2026

After leaving the coast of Libya on a makeshift boat, a group of Sudanese migrants were able to share a hot meal as they were rescued by the humanitarian ship known as Ocean Viking. Aboard Ocean Viking, they shared their hopes for 2026.

Kenya: Multi storey building collapses in Nairobi, trapping unknown number of people

January 02, 2026

Kenya woke up to another construction disaster after a multi storey building collapsed in Nairobi's South C area, trapping an unknown number of people.

Unknown number of people trapped after 16-story building under construction in Nairobi collapses

January 02, 2026

A multi-story building in Kenya’s capital Nairobi collapsed on Friday, leaving a unknown number of people trapped beneath the rubble.

Gabon's President Nguema starts the year with major government reshuffle

January 02, 2026

Gabon’s President Brice Oligui Nguema started the New Year with a major government reshuffle.

Morocco fans optimistic about AFCON win...but are wary of facing Egypt in the final

January 02, 2026

Morocco fans are starting to get excited about their team’s chances of winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. But they’re wary of facing Egypt in the final.

Burkina Faso hails security gains and food self-sufficiency in 2025

January 02, 2026

Traoré reaffirmed Burkina Faso’s sovereign foreign policy, welcoming partners who respect national independence while rejecting external pressures.

Russian forces target Zaporizhzhia with air strikes, no casualties reported

January 02, 2026

Ukraine's sixth-largest city Zaporizhzhia was targeted overnight by two Russian aerial strikes, causing fires and damage but no casualties.

UK to analyse black box from Libya plane crash that killed army chief

January 02, 2026

Libyan authorities say Britain has formally agreed to provide technical and legal support for the investigation, with findings to be made public once analysis is complete.

Japan's imperial family celebrates new year with traditional palace appearance

January 02, 2026

Thousands gathered at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo as Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako greeted them for the new year. Emperor's nephew Hisahito joined the event for the first time.

Swiss authorities work to identify victims of deadly New Year's fire at Le Constellation

January 02, 2026

Switzerland is grappling with the aftermath of a deadly fire at Crans-Montana's Le Constellation bar that killed 40 and injured 115 during a New Year’s celebration.