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Kenya denies awarding $1.2-billion airport expansion contract to Zimbabwe's Chivayo

Kenya has denied that a company linked to controversial Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo has won a multi-billion-US-dollar contract to expand the country's main airport, JKIA, in the capital Nairobi.

Kenya denies awarding $1.2-billion airport expansion contract to Zimbabwe's Chivayo

Kenya denies awarding $1.2-billion airport expansion contract to Zimbabwe's Chivayo

The politics of blame: Why migrants have become targets in South Africa’s economic crisis

The politics of blame: Why migrants have become targets in South Africa’s economic crisis

The politics of blame: Why migrants have become targets in South Africa’s economic crisis

As Ghanaian migrant Sylvester Boakye recounts his escape from violence in South Africa, analysts argue that recurring anti-migrant tensions reflect not only hostility toward foreigners, but also economic frustration and political opportunism

How Uganda’s para-social workers are fighting child labour one household at a time

How Uganda’s para-social workers are fighting child labour one household at a time

How Uganda’s para-social workers are fighting child labour one household at a time

Solar energy startup seeks to power Guinea to electricity sufficiency

Solar energy startup seeks to power Guinea to electricity sufficiency

Solar energy startup seeks to power Guinea to electricity sufficiency

South Africa secure 1-1 draw against Czech Republic in World Cup group stage clash

Teboho Mokoena's goal from the penalty spot in the 83rd minute gave South Africa a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic in the second Group A match of the World Cup for both sides on Thursday.

South Africa secure 1-1 draw against Czech Republic in World Cup group stage clash

South Africa secure 1-1 draw against Czech Republic in World Cup group stage clash

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Elshad Musaoglu

‘Israel intended to leave no survivors’: The attack US buried, but never explained

For almost 60 years, Washington has overlooked the incident where Israeli forces shot down the USS Liberty. However, with the ongoing Middle East conflict and the decline of the dominant media, this longstanding silence is breaking.

Abdirahman Jeylaani

Why Somalia–Türkiye cooperation is a model for 21st-century foreign policy

Kennedy Chileshe

Beyond the drought: How Zambia is rewiring its destiny for a 10,000MW future

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Germany's UN setback was a disaster in the making for a long time

By Buğra Anıl Evgin

Africa’s geopolitical awakening: Balancing interests amid US–Israel–Iran tensions

‘Israel intended to leave no survivors’: The attack US buried, but never explained

For almost 60 years, Washington has overlooked the incident where Israeli forces shot down the USS Liberty. However, with the ongoing Middle East conflict and the decline of the dominant media, this longstanding silence is breaking.

‘Israel intended to leave no survivors’: The attack US buried, but never explained

‘Israel intended to leave no survivors’: The attack US buried, but never explained

Abdirahman Jeylaani

Why Somalia–Türkiye cooperation is a model for 21st-century foreign policy

Kennedy Chileshe

Beyond the drought: How Zambia is rewiring its destiny for a 10,000MW future

By Ulrich Schlie

Germany's UN setback was a disaster in the making for a long time

By Buğra Anıl Evgin

Africa’s geopolitical awakening: Balancing interests amid US–Israel–Iran tensions

Ghana pushes for concrete slavery reparations

Ghana hosted a landmark global conference on Thursday seeking to translate growing political support for slavery reparations into practical commitments towards justice.

Ghana pushes for concrete slavery reparations

Ghana pushes for concrete slavery reparations

Trump blasts Iran deal critics as 'fools' after surprise Versailles signing

A two-month negotiating period now begins with all eyes on the reopening of Hormuz and whether progress can be made in talks over Iran's nuclear programme.

Trump blasts Iran deal critics as 'fools' after surprise Versailles signing

Trump blasts Iran deal critics as 'fools' after surprise Versailles signing

Attack on Niger airport kills 11 members of security forces, government says

An attack on Thursday on the airport and military airbase in Niger's capital killed 11 members of the security forces and two civilians, the government said in a statement.

Attack on Niger airport kills 11 members of security forces, government says

Attack on Niger airport kills 11 members of security forces, government says

The politics of blame: Why migrants have become targets in South Africa’s economic crisis

The politics of blame: Why migrants have become targets in South Africa’s economic crisis

The politics of blame: Why migrants have become targets in South Africa’s economic crisis

As Ghanaian migrant Sylvester Boakye recounts his escape from violence in South Africa, analysts argue that recurring anti-migrant tensions reflect not only hostility toward foreigners, but also economic frustration and political opportunism

How Uganda’s para-social workers are fighting child labour one household at a time

How Uganda’s para-social workers are fighting child labour one household at a time

How Uganda’s para-social workers are fighting child labour one household at a time

Solar energy startup seeks to power Guinea to electricity sufficiency

Solar energy startup seeks to power Guinea to electricity sufficiency

Solar energy startup seeks to power Guinea to electricity sufficiency

OPINION

opinion

opinion

Elshad Musaoglu

‘Israel intended to leave no survivors’: The attack US buried, but never explained

For almost 60 years, Washington has overlooked the incident where Israeli forces shot down the USS Liberty. However, with the ongoing Middle East conflict and the decline of the dominant media, this longstanding silence is breaking.

Abdirahman Jeylaani

Why Somalia–Türkiye cooperation is a model for 21st-century foreign policy

Kennedy Chileshe

Beyond the drought: How Zambia is rewiring its destiny for a 10,000MW future

By Ulrich Schlie

Germany's UN setback was a disaster in the making for a long time

By Buğra Anıl Evgin

Africa’s geopolitical awakening: Balancing interests amid US–Israel–Iran tensions

‘Israel intended to leave no survivors’: The attack US buried, but never explained

For almost 60 years, Washington has overlooked the incident where Israeli forces shot down the USS Liberty. However, with the ongoing Middle East conflict and the decline of the dominant media, this longstanding silence is breaking.

‘Israel intended to leave no survivors’: The attack US buried, but never explained

‘Israel intended to leave no survivors’: The attack US buried, but never explained

Abdirahman Jeylaani

Why Somalia–Türkiye cooperation is a model for 21st-century foreign policy

Kennedy Chileshe

Beyond the drought: How Zambia is rewiring its destiny for a 10,000MW future

By Ulrich Schlie

Germany's UN setback was a disaster in the making for a long time

By Buğra Anıl Evgin

Africa’s geopolitical awakening: Balancing interests amid US–Israel–Iran tensions

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Nigeria, Cameroon, Zambia: The African giants missing at 2026 World Cup

Nigeria, Cameroon, Zambia: The African giants missing at 2026 World Cup

Nigeria, Cameroon, Zambia: The African giants missing at 2026 World Cup

Some of the continent’s football heavyweights are watching from home as 10 countries represent the continent at the World Cup.

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What Elon Musk's $1.1 trillion can do in Africa

What Elon Musk's $1.1 trillion can do in Africa

What Elon Musk's $1.1 trillion can do in Africa

Nigerians mourn legendary actor Kola Oyewo

Nigerians mourn legendary actor Kola Oyewo

Nigerians mourn legendary actor Kola Oyewo

The siblings playing for rival teams at World Cup

The siblings playing for rival teams at World Cup

The siblings playing for rival teams at World Cup

Artan: Africa’s best referee rejected by the US, admired by the world

Artan: Africa’s best referee rejected by the US, admired by the world

Artan: Africa’s best referee rejected by the US, admired by the world

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Zimbabwe parliament passes bill to allow President Mnangagwa to stay in power until 2030

Zimbabwe's lower house of parliament has passed a bill to extend presidential terms from five to seven years, which would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in power until 2030.

'Sooner or later': Israeli minister threatens war with Syria, targets Türkiye

Amichai Chikli’s remarks came as regional diplomacy gained momentum following a US-Iran agreement aimed at easing tensions across multiple conflict fronts.

Turkish envoy inaugurates school laboratories donated by TİKA in Uganda

Officials say the project is a gift from the Turkish people to strengthen Uganda’s IT knowledge and complement the country’s overall education sector.

Africa pledges $910 million to strengthen Ebola response in DR Congo, Uganda

Africa pledges $910 million to strengthen Ebola response in DR Congo, Uganda

Africa pledges $910 million to strengthen Ebola response in DR Congo, Uganda

The funding pledge is expected to support ongoing efforts to contain the outbreak and protect vulnerable populations.

Heavy gunfire reported near Niger's main airport

African bloc IGAD urges respect for Somalia’s sovereignty amid Israel-Somaliland engagement

Ramaphosa launches campaign to mark 50 years of historic anti-apartheid uprising

Iran agrees to dilute uranium stockpile under deal text released by US

Sisi expresses gratitude for Trump's 'understanding' of Egyptian position on Ethiopian dam

Zimbabwe parliament passes bill to allow President Mnangagwa to stay in power until 2030

Zimbabwe's lower house of parliament has passed a bill to extend presidential terms from five to seven years, which would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in power until 2030.

'Sooner or later': Israeli minister threatens war with Syria, targets Türkiye

Amichai Chikli’s remarks came as regional diplomacy gained momentum following a US-Iran agreement aimed at easing tensions across multiple conflict fronts.

Turkish envoy inaugurates school laboratories donated by TİKA in Uganda

Officials say the project is a gift from the Turkish people to strengthen Uganda’s IT knowledge and complement the country’s overall education sector.

Heavy gunfire reported near Niger's main airport

African bloc IGAD urges respect for Somalia’s sovereignty amid Israel-Somaliland engagement

Ramaphosa launches campaign to mark 50 years of historic anti-apartheid uprising

Iran agrees to dilute uranium stockpile under deal text released by US

Sisi expresses gratitude for Trump's 'understanding' of Egyptian position on Ethiopian dam

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Rwanda genocide suspect denies charges at ICC trial

Rwanda genocide suspect denies charges at ICC trial

Rwanda genocide suspect denies charges at ICC trial

Parliament clears way for DR Congo President Tshisekedi to seek third term

Parliament clears way for DR Congo President Tshisekedi to seek third term

Parliament clears way for DR Congo President Tshisekedi to seek third term

Liberia seizes $19 million drug shipment as president vows crackdown on narcotics

Liberia seizes $19 million drug shipment as president vows crackdown on narcotics

Liberia seizes $19 million drug shipment as president vows crackdown on narcotics

Soweto uprising: South Africa marks 50 years since youth rose against apartheid

Soweto uprising: South Africa marks 50 years since youth rose against apartheid

Soweto uprising: South Africa marks 50 years since youth rose against apartheid

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Côte d'Ivoire's Elye Wahi denied Canadian visa for World Cup match

Côte d'Ivoire's Elye Wahi denied Canadian visa for World Cup match

Côte d'Ivoire's Elye Wahi denied Canadian visa for World Cup match

Canadian authorities have denied entry to Côte d'Ivoire striker Elye Wahi for a World Cup clash with Germany on Saturday in Toronto.

World Cup 2026: The sons of great players on the pitch rekindle football legacy

World Cup 2026: The sons of great players on the pitch rekindle football legacy

World Cup 2026: The sons of great players on the pitch rekindle football legacy

The ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup is historic in many ways, including featuring several players whose fathers were also great international footballers. Here are some of them.

Ghana beat Panama 1-0 in their group stage opener at World Cup

Ghana beat Panama 1-0 in their group stage opener at World Cup

Ghana beat Panama 1-0 in their group stage opener at World Cup

Caleb Yirenkyi's stoppage time goal secured Ghana a crucial 1-0 victory over Panama in a Group L fixture played at the Toronto Stadium in Canada on Wednesday.

President Ruto invites English Premier League champions Arsenal to visit Kenya

President Ruto invites English Premier League champions Arsenal to visit Kenya

President Ruto invites English Premier League champions Arsenal to visit Kenya

Kenya's President William Ruto, an Arsenal fan, has invited the English Premier League champions to visit the East African nation.

DRC hold Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal to 1-1 draw at World Cup

DRC hold Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal to 1-1 draw at World Cup

DRC hold Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal to 1-1 draw at World Cup

Portugal and their talisman Cristiano Ronaldo were left frustrated after being held to a 1-1 draw by Group K rivals Democratic Republic of Congo in their World Cup clash on Wednesday.

World Cup 2026: The sons of great players on the pitch rekindle football legacy

World Cup 2026: The sons of great players on the pitch rekindle football legacy

World Cup 2026: The sons of great players on the pitch rekindle football legacy

The ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup is historic in many ways, including featuring several players whose fathers were also great international footballers. Here are some of them.

Ghana beat Panama 1-0 in their group stage opener at World Cup

Ghana beat Panama 1-0 in their group stage opener at World Cup

Ghana beat Panama 1-0 in their group stage opener at World Cup

Caleb Yirenkyi's stoppage time goal secured Ghana a crucial 1-0 victory over Panama in a Group L fixture played at the Toronto Stadium in Canada on Wednesday.

President Ruto invites English Premier League champions Arsenal to visit Kenya

President Ruto invites English Premier League champions Arsenal to visit Kenya

President Ruto invites English Premier League champions Arsenal to visit Kenya

Kenya's President William Ruto, an Arsenal fan, has invited the English Premier League champions to visit the East African nation.

DRC hold Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal to 1-1 draw at World Cup

DRC hold Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal to 1-1 draw at World Cup

DRC hold Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal to 1-1 draw at World Cup

Portugal and their talisman Cristiano Ronaldo were left frustrated after being held to a 1-1 draw by Group K rivals Democratic Republic of Congo in their World Cup clash on Wednesday.

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Kenya, US close in on critical minerals deal, Ruto says

Kenya, US close in on critical minerals deal, Ruto says

Kenya, US close in on critical minerals deal, Ruto says

US case against Halkbank dismissed after nine years

US case against Halkbank dismissed after nine years

US case against Halkbank dismissed after nine years

European Parliament report 'biased' and 'detached from reality': Türkiye

European Parliament report 'biased' and 'detached from reality': Türkiye

European Parliament report 'biased' and 'detached from reality': Türkiye

Namibia raises key rate, forecasts worse inflation outlook on higher oil prices

Namibia raises key rate, forecasts worse inflation outlook on higher oil prices

Namibia raises key rate, forecasts worse inflation outlook on higher oil prices

'Removing foreigners will not reopen factories, create sustainable jobs': S. African labour unions

'Removing foreigners will not reopen factories, create sustainable jobs': S. African labour unions

'Removing foreigners will not reopen factories, create sustainable jobs': S. African labour unions

Nigeria's ex-oil minister Alison-Madueke cleared of all charges after UK corruption trial

Nigeria's ex-oil minister Alison-Madueke cleared of all charges after UK corruption trial

Nigeria's ex-oil minister Alison-Madueke cleared of all charges after UK corruption trial

Zimbabwe accident kills nine people

Zimbabwe accident kills nine people

Zimbabwe accident kills nine people

BRICS approves $1 billion loan for South Africa urban infrastructure

BRICS approves $1 billion loan for South Africa urban infrastructure

BRICS approves $1 billion loan for South Africa urban infrastructure

Türkiye seek Paraguay win to revive World Cup hopes

Türkiye seek Paraguay win to revive World Cup hopes

Türkiye seek Paraguay win to revive World Cup hopes

Ebola outbreak may be worst ever, Africa CDC warns

Ebola outbreak may be worst ever, Africa CDC warns

Ebola outbreak may be worst ever, Africa CDC warns

Algeria coach blames errors after Messi's hat-trick in World Cup opener

Algeria coach blames errors after Messi's hat-trick in World Cup opener

Algeria coach blames errors after Messi's hat-trick in World Cup opener

Kylian Mbappe sparks France with two goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at World Cup

Kylian Mbappe sparks France with two goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at World Cup

Kylian Mbappe sparks France with two goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at World Cup

Tunisia repatriates nearly 100 Sub-Saharan migrants in 'voluntary return'

Tunisia repatriates nearly 100 Sub-Saharan migrants in 'voluntary return'

Tunisia repatriates nearly 100 Sub-Saharan migrants in 'voluntary return'

Armed men remove woman, child from DRC Ebola clinic, authorities say

Armed men remove woman, child from DRC Ebola clinic, authorities say

Armed men remove woman, child from DRC Ebola clinic, authorities say

US grants permanent residency to Ghana's ex-finance minister, his lawyer says

US grants permanent residency to Ghana's ex-finance minister, his lawyer says

US grants permanent residency to Ghana's ex-finance minister, his lawyer says