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Pope Leo XIV reminds Catholics of duty to welcome and assist migrants

Pope Leo XIV reminds Catholics of duty to welcome and assist migrants

October 05, 2025

Speaking on Saturday, the first day of the Jubilees of Migrants and the Missionary World, he invited Catholic faithful to choose between God and money, as well as justice and injustice.

Egypt: Pharaoh's tomb reopened after more than 20 years of renovations

Egypt: Pharaoh's tomb reopened after more than 20 years of renovations

October 05, 2025

Amenhotep III ruled between 1390 and 1350 BC and was one of the most prominent pharaohs of ancient Egypt.

South Africa: Five top investigators in France to probe ambassador's death

South Africa: Five top investigators in France to probe ambassador's death

October 05, 2025

Nathi Mthethwa's body was discovered in the Hyatt Regency hotel’s inner courtyard on Tuesday morning after falling from the 22nd floor.

Eighth straight day of Moroccan Gen Z protests for better services

Eighth straight day of Moroccan Gen Z protests for better services

October 05, 2025

As the country spends billions of dollars in preparation for co-hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup, demonstrators believe the government has its priorities wrong.

Rival rallies in Madagascar capital after days of deadly youth-led protests

Rival rallies in Madagascar capital after days of deadly youth-led protests

October 05, 2025

The United Nations says at least 22 people have been killed and hundreds injured in the protests, a toll the government has dismissed.

Malawi's President Mutharika brings hope as he vows to rebuild ailing economy

Malawi's President Mutharika brings hope as he vows to rebuild ailing economy

October 05, 2025

Peter Mutharika said he would root out government corruption, rebuild the economy, and restore integrity and efficiency in public service.

Militants attack prison in Somali capital shattering period of calm

Militants attack prison in Somali capital shattering period of calm

October 05, 2025

Militant group, al-Shabaab, claimed responsibility for the attack saying it had released prisoners.

Peter Mutharika was sworn in as Malawi's comeback President at 85

Peter Mutharika was sworn in as Malawi's comeback President at 85

October 04, 2025

Peter Mutharika was inaugurated as Malawi’s president on Saturday, marking a stunning political comeback for the 85-year-old who previously led the southern African nation from 2014 to 2020.

Israel orders halt to gaza city offensive while strikes persist

Israel orders halt to gaza city offensive while strikes persist

October 04, 2025

A potential breakthrough emerged in the nearly two-year Gaza conflict Saturday as the Israeli military, following a directive from U.S. President Donald Trump, ordered a halt to its offensive operations in Gaza City.

Tyrese Gibson released on $20 000 bond amid animal crueltycharges

Tyrese Gibson released on $20 000 bond amid animal crueltycharges

October 04, 2025

Actor Tyrese Gibson turned himself in to Fulton County authorities on Friday, a week after an arrest warrant was issued for animal cruelty following an incident where his dogs killed a neighbor's pet.

Chad scraps presidential term limits, cementing Deby's rule

Chad scraps presidential term limits, cementing Deby's rule

October 04, 2025

Chad's parliament has overwhelmingly approved a constitutional amendment abolishing presidential term limits, a move critics decry as a maneuver to entrench the rule of President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno.

Hip-hop mogul "Diddy" Combs sentenced to over four years in prison

Hip-hop mogul "Diddy" Combs sentenced to over four years in prison

October 04, 2025

Sean "Diddy" Combs was sentenced to four years and two months in a federal prison on Friday, capping a dramatic fall from grace for the music titan following his conviction on prostitution-related charges.

Egypt accuses Ethiopia of "reckless" Nile management as flooding fears rise

Egypt accuses Ethiopia of "reckless" Nile management as flooding fears rise

October 04, 2025

Egypt has launched a sharp diplomatic offensive against Ethiopia, accusing it of "reckless and irresponsible" management of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) after unilateral water releases were linked to severe flooding in Sudan, raising fears for Egyptian lands and lives.

South Africans protest, demand Embassy closure and Flotilla activists' release

South Africans protest, demand Embassy closure and Flotilla activists' release

October 04, 2025

A wave of protest swept South Africa on Friday as demonstrators gathered outside the Israeli embassy, demanding the release of activists detained during Israel's interception of the "Global Sumud Flotilla" and calling on their government to sever diplomatic ties with Israel.

'We can be proud of this generation': Madagascar's youth continue to protest

'We can be proud of this generation': Madagascar's youth continue to protest

October 03, 2025

Madascar's Gen Z protesters are unbroken in their will to continue to call for change and the abdication of president Andry Rajoelina. The head of state meanwhile said on Friday that he refused to resign, claiming instead that some forces wanted to overthrow the government.

Global rallies condemn Israeli interception of Gaza Flotilla

Global rallies condemn Israeli interception of Gaza Flotilla

October 03, 2025

Organisers say its interception underscores the global outrage over the Gaza war, which has already claimed tens of thousands of lives.

Thousands seek refuge in cameroon following Boko Haram assault in Nigeria

Thousands seek refuge in cameroon following Boko Haram assault in Nigeria

October 03, 2025

More than 5,000 people have fled across the border into Cameroon after Boko Haram militants captured the town of Kirawa in northeastern Nigeria's Borno state, in the latest escalation of a 16-year insurgency that has intensified throughout this year.

Tunisian man sentenced to death for Facebook posts criticising president

Tunisian man sentenced to death for Facebook posts criticising president

October 03, 2025

The ruling has shocked Tunisia: 56-year-old labourer Saber Chouchane was sentenced to death over posts that criticised president Kaïs Saied on Facebook. The ruling is unprecedented in Tunisia despite its increasingly autocratic political course.

U.N. food agency to suspend food aid for 750,000 people in Somalia

U.N. food agency to suspend food aid for 750,000 people in Somalia

October 03, 2025

The U.N. food agency announced on Friday that it is cutting food assistance for hundreds of thousands of people in Somalia, where millions are facing the devastating effects of climate change and acute levels of hunger.

Clashes erupt at Mexico City march commemorating 1968 student massacre

Clashes erupt at Mexico City march commemorating 1968 student massacre

October 03, 2025

Clashes erupted in Mexico City on Thursday during the annual march commemorating the 1968 student massacre in Tlatelolco, as thousands took to the streets with Palestinian flags and banners denouncing Israel’s military operations in Gaza.

"The Life of a Showgirl": Taylor Swift's latest album is out

"The Life of a Showgirl": Taylor Swift's latest album is out

October 03, 2025

The wait is over for Swifties around the world. Pop superstar Taylor Swift's much anticipated 12th studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” has arrived. Fans gathered for listening parties across the globe on Thursday to celebrate the release.

African penguin faces extinction despite new protections

African penguin faces extinction despite new protections

October 03, 2025

Experts say stricter fishing limits will be crucial if Africa’s only penguin is to survive. For now, conservationists hope the legal victory will buy precious time to keep the species from disappearing forever.

Mugabe’s son arrested with cannabis, faces court in Zimbabwe

Mugabe’s son arrested with cannabis, faces court in Zimbabwe

October 03, 2025

Robert Mugabe Jr, son of Zimbabwe’s late former president Robert Mugabe, has been arrested and charged with drug possession after police allegedly found cannabis in his bag during a traffic stop in Harare.

South African Olympic medalist Caster Semenya ends 7-year legal battle over sex eligibility rules

South African Olympic medalist Caster Semenya ends 7-year legal battle over sex eligibility rules

October 03, 2025

South African Olympic champion runner Caster Semenya is ending a seven-year legal challenge against sex eligibility rules in track and field. Her lawyer said on Thursday that they won’t be taking her appeal back to the Swiss Supreme Court, despite victory at the European Court of Human Rights.

Zidane's son Luca named in Algeria squad for 2026 world cup qualifiers

Zidane's son Luca named in Algeria squad for 2026 world cup qualifiers

October 03, 2025

In a move blending football legacy with national pride, Luca Zidane, the 27-year-old goalkeeper and son of French legend Zinédine Zidane, has received his first call-up to the Algerian national team, potentially helping the side secure its 2026 World Cup qualification.

Protesters in Lisbon and Spain rally in support of flotilla intercepted by Israel

Protesters in Lisbon and Spain rally in support of flotilla intercepted by Israel

October 03, 2025

Hundreds of demonstrators rallied in Lisbon on Thursday in solidarity with Palestinians and in support of the Global Sumud Flotilla, which was intercepted by Israeli forces.

UN says at least 91 killed in besieged Darfur city last month

UN says at least 91 killed in besieged Darfur city last month

October 03, 2025

A Sudanese medical group has warned of a “full-blown humanitarian disaster” in the besieged city of el-Fasher after 23 people died of malnutrition in September, as fighting between the army and rival paramilitaries continues to exacerbate the crisis in Darfur.

Ivory Coast bans rallies as opposition leaders barred from October election

Ivory Coast bans rallies as opposition leaders barred from October election

October 03, 2025

The government says the bans are necessary to maintain public order, citing false information and unrest tied to these rallies. But critics argue that the exclusions and the ban on protests mark a troubling erosion of democratic norms

Police name two victims of Manchester synagogue attack

Police name two victims of Manchester synagogue attack

October 03, 2025

Police on Friday identified the two men who were killed in a car and knife attack on a synagogue in northwest England on the holiest day of the Jewish year, as Britain’s chief rabbi said an “unrelenting wave” of antisemitism lay behind the crime.

Central African President Touadéra launches third-term bid

Central African President Touadéra launches third-term bid

October 03, 2025

President Faustin-Archange Touadéra was the first to submit his candidacy for the presidential and legislative elections scheduled to take place in the Central African Republic on December 28.

PM Akhannouch says government ready for 'dialogue and debate' after week of protests

PM Akhannouch says government ready for 'dialogue and debate' after week of protests

October 03, 2025

The Moroccan government says it’s ready to address grievances fueling the youth-led protests that have engulfed the country for days. The announcement comes a day after three people were killed by security forces as rioters tried to storm a police station.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia's asylum bid rejected by immigration judge

Kilmar Abrego Garcia's asylum bid rejected by immigration judge

October 02, 2025

A US immigration judge has denied a bid for asylum from Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whose case has become a proxy for the partisan power struggle over immigration policy. Garcia has 30 days to appeal the decision, but may be deported to Uganda.

Somaliland: eleven cheetah cubs rescued from illegal trade in exotic pets

Somaliland: eleven cheetah cubs rescued from illegal trade in exotic pets

October 02, 2025

Eleven cheetah cubs were rescued from illegal trade in Somaliland in what a conservationist described on Thursday as “one of the largest confiscations of the species.”

Ivory Coast sets new cocoa price ahead of upcoming elections

Ivory Coast sets new cocoa price ahead of upcoming elections

October 02, 2025

President Alassane Ouattara has announced a record-high farm gate price for cocoa, setting the cost at 2,800 CFA francs (4.26 euros) per kilogram for the upcoming main harvest, ahead of presidential election on October 25 in which Mr. Ouattara is a candidate, seeking a fourth term.

Ukraine and Russia exchange 185 soldiers each in latest prisoner swap

Ukraine and Russia exchange 185 soldiers each in latest prisoner swap

October 02, 2025

Moscow and Kyiv exchanged more than 300 soldiers and 20 civilians, which were returned to Ukraine, on Thursday. It is the latest in a series of prisoner swaps that started in the summer.

Sudan army claims Colombian, Ukrainian mercenaries killed in Darfur

Sudan army claims Colombian, Ukrainian mercenaries killed in Darfur

October 02, 2025

These claims have not been independently verified. Both the RSF and foreign governments alleged to be involved have not made immediate responses.

Kenyan activists reportedly abducted in Uganda while supporting Bobi Wine

Kenyan activists reportedly abducted in Uganda while supporting Bobi Wine

October 02, 2025

The incident has sparked immediate concern from human rights organizations. Amnesty International Kenya, the Law Society of Kenya, and VOCAL Africa issued an open letter demanding the Ugandan government disclose the activists’ whereabouts and ensure their safety.

Pix of the Day: October 02, 2025

Pix of the Day: October 02, 2025

October 02, 2025

Pix of the Day: October 02, 2025

Ramaphosa urges Israel to free detained South Africans

Ramaphosa urges Israel to free detained South Africans

October 02, 2025

South African president Cyril Ramaphosa said on Thursday that Israel needed to immediately release South African activists detained by Israeli armed forces after the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla overnight.

Morocco reels in aftermath of violent clashes between protesters and police

Morocco reels in aftermath of violent clashes between protesters and police

October 02, 2025

After two people were shot during clashes in Leqliaa on Wednesday night, inhabitants assessed the damage in cities like Oujda, where protests had also turned violent.

Six countries encourage peaceful dialogue in Madagascar crisis

Six countries encourage peaceful dialogue in Madagascar crisis

October 02, 2025

Anti-government protesters in Madagascar declared a "strategic pause" on Thursday, pausing a week of youth-led demonstrations as international diplomats intensified calls for constructive dialogue to resolve a political crisis sparked by allegations of misgovernance and crippling utility outage.

Niger River boat accident kills at least 26 people in Nigeria

Niger River boat accident kills at least 26 people in Nigeria

October 02, 2025

An accident involving a boat carrying passengers on the Niger River in north-central Nigeria has killed at least 26 people, an official said Wednesday.

Africa’s freshwater fish under threat as stocks decline

Africa’s freshwater fish under threat as stocks decline

October 02, 2025

The next decade, scientists say, will determine whether Africa’s inland waters can be restored — or whether more species will be lost forever

Elon Musk becomes first person ever worth $500 billion

Elon Musk becomes first person ever worth $500 billion

October 02, 2025

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has become the first person in history to reach a personal net worth of more than half a trillion dollars.

U.N. security council approves new gang suppression force for Haiti

U.N. security council approves new gang suppression force for Haiti

October 02, 2025

As gangs tighten their grip on Port-au-Prince, the UN Security Council has approved a new international force to combat the violence. However, the announcement is being met with profound distrust from Haitians, who have seen previous missions fail to deliver on their promises.

Death toll rises to 72 after powerful earthquake hits central Philippines

Death toll rises to 72 after powerful earthquake hits central Philippines

October 02, 2025

At least 72 people have been confirmed dead and nearly 300 injured after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck the central Philippines late on Tuesday, affecting more than 170,000 residents, according to officials.

Thousands protest in Italian cities after Israel intercepts Gaza-bound flotilla

Thousands protest in Italian cities after Israel intercepts Gaza-bound flotilla

October 02, 2025

Thousands of people filled the streets of Rome, Naples and Turin on Wednesday to protest against Israel’s interception of a Gaza-bound aid flotilla carrying international activists.

Morocco faces largest youth-led demonstrations in years as unrest spreads

Morocco faces largest youth-led demonstrations in years as unrest spreads

October 02, 2025

For a fifth night in a row, anti-government protests swept across Morocco, with demonstrations over failing public services escalating into violence and destruction in several cities.

Ebola transmission declines in Congo’s Kasai region

Ebola transmission declines in Congo’s Kasai region

October 02, 2025

Authorities warn that family clusters and delayed isolation still pose risks, but for now, the spread appears to be stabilizing.

Issa Tchiroma Bakary: "Cameroonians are tired of the CPDM" [Interview]

Issa Tchiroma Bakary: "Cameroonians are tired of the CPDM" [Interview]

October 02, 2025

Let’s be objective: show me evidence that Tchiroma has done anything extravagant, or mismanaged public resources.

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