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Somali elders hail Türkiye ties as community leaders praise Ankara’s role

The gathering in Mogadishu praised Somalia-Türkiye relations, which the community leaders said had transformed into a long-term strategic partnership.

Somali elders hail Türkiye ties as community leaders praise Ankara’s role

Somali elders hail Türkiye ties as community leaders praise Ankara’s role

PhiDoc: Moroccan startup launches platform to support PhD researchers in Africa

PhiDoc: Moroccan startup launches platform to support PhD researchers in Africa

PhiDoc: Moroccan startup launches platform to support PhD researchers in Africa

The platform aims to help those enrolled in doctoral programmes to access scholarships, build networks and receive research support.

You don’t smoke. Could being around smokers affect your chances of having a baby?

You don’t smoke. Could being around smokers affect your chances of having a baby?

You don’t smoke. Could being around smokers affect your chances of having a baby?

Ruto's thorn? Inside rapid rise of Kenyan Senator Edwin Sifuna

Ruto's thorn? Inside rapid rise of Kenyan Senator Edwin Sifuna

Ruto's thorn? Inside rapid rise of Kenyan Senator Edwin Sifuna

Türkiye slams Houthi attacks, hails steps against illegal Israeli settlements

The Turkish defence ministry says that the continued Houthi threat in the Red Sea, Bab al Mandab, adversely affects international maritime trade and global stability.

Türkiye slams Houthi attacks, hails steps against illegal Israeli settlements

Türkiye slams Houthi attacks, hails steps against illegal Israeli settlements

OPINION

opinion

opinion

Yousra Samir Imran

Burnham’s ‘reset’ of foreign policy on Israel and Palestine is promising, but still falls short

The British government must walk the talk to stand by Palestine and the suffering people in Gaza and the occupied West Bank.

Dean Bhekumuzi Bhebhe

What if Africa’s next battery breakthrough is already sitting in a university lab?

Abdirahman Jeylani

From cobbler to boatyard manager: How one young Somali found a future in fishing

The unending Iran war and Israel’s new low

By Asuman Kiyingi

Why Uganda should revisit the Gaza deployment plan

Burnham’s ‘reset’ of foreign policy on Israel and Palestine is promising, but still falls short

The British government must walk the talk to stand by Palestine and the suffering people in Gaza and the occupied West Bank.

Burnham’s ‘reset’ of foreign policy on Israel and Palestine is promising, but still falls short

Burnham’s ‘reset’ of foreign policy on Israel and Palestine is promising, but still falls short

Dean Bhekumuzi Bhebhe

What if Africa’s next battery breakthrough is already sitting in a university lab?

Abdirahman Jeylani

From cobbler to boatyard manager: How one young Somali found a future in fishing

The unending Iran war and Israel’s new low

By Asuman Kiyingi

Why Uganda should revisit the Gaza deployment plan

Nigeria begins trial of suspected terrorists linked to mass school kidnapping

The five men pleaded not guilty to charges of complicity in committing acts of "terrorism" related to the mass abductions and killing of two workers.

Nigeria begins trial of suspected terrorists linked to mass school kidnapping

Nigeria begins trial of suspected terrorists linked to mass school kidnapping

Sudan's army 'makes advances' in North, South Kordofan after clashes with RSF

The army captured Al-Farshaya, Al-Mamsouka in South Kordofan and Sharshar in North Kordofan after clashes with RSF, military sources told Anadolu.

Sudan's army 'makes advances' in North, South Kordofan after clashes with RSF

Sudan's army 'makes advances' in North, South Kordofan after clashes with RSF

Guinea bans French broadcaster over description of President Doumbouya

The country's media regulator said France 24's remarks were deemed to undermine the dignity of the head of state.

Guinea bans French broadcaster over description of President Doumbouya

Guinea bans French broadcaster over description of President Doumbouya

PhiDoc: Moroccan startup launches platform to support PhD researchers in Africa

PhiDoc: Moroccan startup launches platform to support PhD researchers in Africa

PhiDoc: Moroccan startup launches platform to support PhD researchers in Africa

The platform aims to help those enrolled in doctoral programmes to access scholarships, build networks and receive research support.

You don’t smoke. Could being around smokers affect your chances of having a baby?

You don’t smoke. Could being around smokers affect your chances of having a baby?

You don’t smoke. Could being around smokers affect your chances of having a baby?

Ruto's thorn? Inside rapid rise of Kenyan Senator Edwin Sifuna

Ruto's thorn? Inside rapid rise of Kenyan Senator Edwin Sifuna

Ruto's thorn? Inside rapid rise of Kenyan Senator Edwin Sifuna

OPINION

opinion

opinion

Yousra Samir Imran

Burnham’s ‘reset’ of foreign policy on Israel and Palestine is promising, but still falls short

The British government must walk the talk to stand by Palestine and the suffering people in Gaza and the occupied West Bank.

Dean Bhekumuzi Bhebhe

What if Africa’s next battery breakthrough is already sitting in a university lab?

Abdirahman Jeylani

From cobbler to boatyard manager: How one young Somali found a future in fishing

The unending Iran war and Israel’s new low

By Asuman Kiyingi

Why Uganda should revisit the Gaza deployment plan

Burnham’s ‘reset’ of foreign policy on Israel and Palestine is promising, but still falls short

The British government must walk the talk to stand by Palestine and the suffering people in Gaza and the occupied West Bank.

Burnham’s ‘reset’ of foreign policy on Israel and Palestine is promising, but still falls short

Burnham’s ‘reset’ of foreign policy on Israel and Palestine is promising, but still falls short

Dean Bhekumuzi Bhebhe

What if Africa’s next battery breakthrough is already sitting in a university lab?

Abdirahman Jeylani

From cobbler to boatyard manager: How one young Somali found a future in fishing

The unending Iran war and Israel’s new low

By Asuman Kiyingi

Why Uganda should revisit the Gaza deployment plan

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Uganda’s Tooro kingdom names new king

Uganda’s Tooro kingdom names new king

Uganda’s Tooro kingdom names new king

Uganda's Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma was named the next Omukama, the traditional title for the king of Tooro, following the death of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi the Fourth.

Life

Hafidh Ameir Hassan: The teacher who became Tanzania’s First Gentleman

Hafidh Ameir Hassan: The teacher who became Tanzania’s First Gentleman

Hafidh Ameir Hassan: The teacher who became Tanzania’s First Gentleman

Zambian President Hichilema celebrates fan who gave him ‘village chicken’

Zambian President Hichilema celebrates fan who gave him ‘village chicken’

Zambian President Hichilema celebrates fan who gave him ‘village chicken’

South Africa’s Romanda Hombir wins Miss World Africa 2026

South Africa’s Romanda Hombir wins Miss World Africa 2026

South Africa’s Romanda Hombir wins Miss World Africa 2026

Ghana’s Asante King Osei Tutu II steals the show in US

Ghana’s Asante King Osei Tutu II steals the show in US

Ghana’s Asante King Osei Tutu II steals the show in US

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Africa CDC says Ebola outbreak not 'under control' as cases hit plateau

Africa's top health body says the number of Ebola cases is flattening, but the outbreak is not yet under control with the current figures at 7,404 cases and 3,577 deaths.

President Ramaphosa and his deputy are ill: Who governs South Africa?

President Cyril Ramaphosa has asked "respective ministers" to represent him at scheduled events "where possible".

South Africa races to find killer as ninth woman's body is found

Police have imposed a lockdown in Kempton Park and officers mounted roadblocks after three partially naked bodies were found.

Linda Mwananchi: The movement shaking up Kenyan politics

Linda Mwananchi: The movement shaking up Kenyan politics

Linda Mwananchi: The movement shaking up Kenyan politics

Linda Mwananchi, meaning “Protect the Citizen” in Swahili, is a prominent movement in Kenya led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, a 44-year-old lawyer who has become a rising opposition figure.

Kenya police boss found in contempt of court over Gen Z protests barricades

Gambian businesses groan under prolonged blackouts

Mogadishu flash floods trigger El Nino warnings in Somalia

South Africa launches manhunt for killers of sports presenter Owen Ndlovu

‘Thank You, Türkiye’: Demonstrations of solidarity continue across Somalia

Africa CDC says Ebola outbreak not 'under control' as cases hit plateau

Africa's top health body says the number of Ebola cases is flattening, but the outbreak is not yet under control with the current figures at 7,404 cases and 3,577 deaths.

President Ramaphosa and his deputy are ill: Who governs South Africa?

President Cyril Ramaphosa has asked "respective ministers" to represent him at scheduled events "where possible".

South Africa races to find killer as ninth woman's body is found

Police have imposed a lockdown in Kempton Park and officers mounted roadblocks after three partially naked bodies were found.

Kenya police boss found in contempt of court over Gen Z protests barricades

Gambian businesses groan under prolonged blackouts

Mogadishu flash floods trigger El Nino warnings in Somalia

South Africa launches manhunt for killers of sports presenter Owen Ndlovu

‘Thank You, Türkiye’: Demonstrations of solidarity continue across Somalia

Politics

UN chief Guterres calls for countries fueling Sudan's war to be held accountable

UN chief Guterres calls for countries fueling Sudan's war to be held accountable

UN chief Guterres calls for countries fueling Sudan's war to be held accountable

South Sudan: The rise of President Kiir’s son General Atem to head of presidential guard

South Sudan: The rise of President Kiir’s son General Atem to head of presidential guard

South Sudan: The rise of President Kiir’s son General Atem to head of presidential guard

South Sudan replaces election chief three months before national elections

South Sudan replaces election chief three months before national elections

South Sudan replaces election chief three months before national elections

US-South Africa diplomatic rift reopens following new visa restrictions

US-South Africa diplomatic rift reopens following new visa restrictions

US-South Africa diplomatic rift reopens following new visa restrictions

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Sports

Mbappe clarifies refusal to wear Ceuta shirt is for 'suffering' Moroccan migrants

Mbappe clarifies refusal to wear Ceuta shirt is for 'suffering' Moroccan migrants

Mbappe clarifies refusal to wear Ceuta shirt is for 'suffering' Moroccan migrants

Football stars Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Ibrahima Konate were criticised for wearing the t-shirt partially rolled up.

Lionel Messi's last match for Argentina will be against Benin on October 6

Lionel Messi's last match for Argentina will be against Benin on October 6

Lionel Messi's last match for Argentina will be against Benin on October 6

Lionel Messi will make his final appearance for Argentina in a friendly against Benin in Buenos Aires on October 6, 2026.

Zimbabwe's Taylor surpasses Indian cricket great Tendulkar for longest ODI career

Zimbabwe's Taylor surpasses Indian cricket great Tendulkar for longest ODI career

Zimbabwe's Taylor surpasses Indian cricket great Tendulkar for longest ODI career

Brendan Taylor ODI career now spans 22 years and four months, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar, who retired from the format after playing for 22 years and three months.

Nigerian football stakeholders meet to discuss reform options

Nigerian football stakeholders meet to discuss reform options

Nigerian football stakeholders meet to discuss reform options

The discussions come after Nigeria failed to qualify for two consecutive FIFA World Cups.

Kenya to host 2029 World Athletics Championships in African first

Kenya to host 2029 World Athletics Championships in African first

Kenya to host 2029 World Athletics Championships in African first

The Kenyan capital previously staged the World U18 Championships in 2017 and the World U20 Championships in 2021.

Lionel Messi's last match for Argentina will be against Benin on October 6

Lionel Messi's last match for Argentina will be against Benin on October 6

Lionel Messi's last match for Argentina will be against Benin on October 6

Lionel Messi will make his final appearance for Argentina in a friendly against Benin in Buenos Aires on October 6, 2026.

Zimbabwe's Taylor surpasses Indian cricket great Tendulkar for longest ODI career

Zimbabwe's Taylor surpasses Indian cricket great Tendulkar for longest ODI career

Zimbabwe's Taylor surpasses Indian cricket great Tendulkar for longest ODI career

Brendan Taylor ODI career now spans 22 years and four months, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar, who retired from the format after playing for 22 years and three months.

Nigerian football stakeholders meet to discuss reform options

Nigerian football stakeholders meet to discuss reform options

Nigerian football stakeholders meet to discuss reform options

The discussions come after Nigeria failed to qualify for two consecutive FIFA World Cups.

Kenya to host 2029 World Athletics Championships in African first

Kenya to host 2029 World Athletics Championships in African first

Kenya to host 2029 World Athletics Championships in African first

The Kenyan capital previously staged the World U18 Championships in 2017 and the World U20 Championships in 2021.

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Türkiye, Iran discuss counterterrorism, border security and migration

Türkiye, Iran discuss counterterrorism, border security and migration

Türkiye, Iran discuss counterterrorism, border security and migration

South Africa's President Ramaphosa booked off sick after BRICS summit

South Africa's President Ramaphosa booked off sick after BRICS summit

South Africa's President Ramaphosa booked off sick after BRICS summit

Lord's Resistance Army blamed for Central Africa Republic mass kidnapping

Lord's Resistance Army blamed for Central Africa Republic mass kidnapping

Lord's Resistance Army blamed for Central Africa Republic mass kidnapping

'Encouraging signs' in DR Congo Ebola fight, WHO says

'Encouraging signs' in DR Congo Ebola fight, WHO says

'Encouraging signs' in DR Congo Ebola fight, WHO says

IMF confident of extending credit to Senegal

IMF confident of extending credit to Senegal

IMF confident of extending credit to Senegal

South Africa says US misrepresented its policies after visa restrictions

South Africa says US misrepresented its policies after visa restrictions

South Africa says US misrepresented its policies after visa restrictions

Sudan gold mine collapse kills at least 60 people

Sudan gold mine collapse kills at least 60 people

Sudan gold mine collapse kills at least 60 people

Vodacom to appeal Kenya court ruling against Safaricom stake purchase

Vodacom to appeal Kenya court ruling against Safaricom stake purchase

Vodacom to appeal Kenya court ruling against Safaricom stake purchase

Veteran Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs dies aged 84

Veteran Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs dies aged 84

Veteran Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs dies aged 84

Türkiye's Akinci drone hits high-speed target with indigenous Sungur missile

Türkiye's Akinci drone hits high-speed target with indigenous Sungur missile

Türkiye's Akinci drone hits high-speed target with indigenous Sungur missile

Two million to go without food aid within weeks in South Sudan: UN

Two million to go without food aid within weeks in South Sudan: UN

Two million to go without food aid within weeks in South Sudan: UN

Fleeing Mexican national arrested at Nigerian airport after police raid at meth lab

Fleeing Mexican national arrested at Nigerian airport after police raid at meth lab

Fleeing Mexican national arrested at Nigerian airport after police raid at meth lab

DRC police break up protests against proposed constitutional changes

DRC police break up protests against proposed constitutional changes

DRC police break up protests against proposed constitutional changes

US government personnel shot by Eswatini soldiers during anti-smuggling operation

US government personnel shot by Eswatini soldiers during anti-smuggling operation

US government personnel shot by Eswatini soldiers during anti-smuggling operation

South Africa probes serial killer-style murders of seven women

South Africa probes serial killer-style murders of seven women

South Africa probes serial killer-style murders of seven women