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Egypt incurs $10 billion in Suez Canal losses over Gaza war, president says

Egypt has lost about $10 billion in Suez Canal revenues due to attacks on shipping in the Bab al Mandab Strait as a result of the Gaza war, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al Sisi said on Monday.

Egypt incurs $10 billion in Suez Canal losses over Gaza war, president says

Egypt incurs $10 billion in Suez Canal losses over Gaza war, president says

Sawe and the new marathon era: How runners are skipping the track to reach the top

Sawe and the new marathon era: How runners are skipping the track to reach the top

Sawe and the new marathon era: How runners are skipping the track to reach the top

When Sabastian Sawe tore through the streets of London with a historic performance, it looked like a breakout moment—but it may signal something bigger: a shift in how elite distance runners rise to the pinnacle.

How Morocco employs technology and resilience in post-earthquake recovery

How Morocco employs technology and resilience in post-earthquake recovery

How Morocco employs technology and resilience in post-earthquake recovery

Walking for change: Kenyan man walks 500km to promote education access for students

Walking for change: Kenyan man walks 500km to promote education access for students

Walking for change: Kenyan man walks 500km to promote education access for students

Fujairah oil hub ablaze after drone strike as UAE intercepts Iranian missiles

Attack injures three and hits key export hub, bypassing Strait of Hormuz, as UAE downs missiles over its waters.

Fujairah oil hub ablaze after drone strike as UAE intercepts Iranian missiles

Fujairah oil hub ablaze after drone strike as UAE intercepts Iranian missiles

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Abdiwahab Sheikh Abdisamad

From deep waters to national wealth: How Somalia-Türkiye energy cooperation could transform a nation

For decades, Somalia has relied heavily on agriculture, remittances, and foreign aid. Now, beneath its deep waters lies the possibility of a new economic foundation.

Africa’s youth demand their dividend. It’s time to pay up

Iran activates air defences as Trump faces war powers deadline in Congress

Social media regulations in Türkiye and the double standards of European media

The cost of being misjudged: African sovereigns and the Big Three problem

From deep waters to national wealth: How Somalia-Türkiye energy cooperation could transform a nation

For decades, Somalia has relied heavily on agriculture, remittances, and foreign aid. Now, beneath its deep waters lies the possibility of a new economic foundation.

From deep waters to national wealth: How Somalia-Türkiye energy cooperation could transform a nation

From deep waters to national wealth: How Somalia-Türkiye energy cooperation could transform a nation

Africa’s youth demand their dividend. It’s time to pay up

Iran activates air defences as Trump faces war powers deadline in Congress

Social media regulations in Türkiye and the double standards of European media

The cost of being misjudged: African sovereigns and the Big Three problem

Zambia calls out outgoing US ambassador over 'undiplomatic' remarks

Zambia says it regrets remarks by outgoing US Ambassador to Lusaka Michael Gonzales, describing them as deeply regrettable, undiplomatic and inconsistent with mutual respect.

Zambia calls out outgoing US ambassador over 'undiplomatic' remarks

Zambia calls out outgoing US ambassador over 'undiplomatic' remarks

Erdogan urges EU to avoid rhetoric undermining Türkiye's 'constructive stance'

Europe needs Türkiye more than Türkiye needs Europe, Turkish President Erdogan says.

Erdogan urges EU to avoid rhetoric undermining Türkiye's 'constructive stance'

Erdogan urges EU to avoid rhetoric undermining Türkiye's 'constructive stance'

Sudan army says it downed drones targeting Khartoum airport

A drone attack targeted the airport in the Sudanese capital on Monday, a military source said, two days after paramilitary attacks on Khartoum killed five people.

Sudan army says it downed drones targeting Khartoum airport

Sudan army says it downed drones targeting Khartoum airport

Sawe and the new marathon era: How runners are skipping the track to reach the top

Sawe and the new marathon era: How runners are skipping the track to reach the top

Sawe and the new marathon era: How runners are skipping the track to reach the top

When Sabastian Sawe tore through the streets of London with a historic performance, it looked like a breakout moment—but it may signal something bigger: a shift in how elite distance runners rise to the pinnacle.

How Morocco employs technology and resilience in post-earthquake recovery

How Morocco employs technology and resilience in post-earthquake recovery

How Morocco employs technology and resilience in post-earthquake recovery

Walking for change: Kenyan man walks 500km to promote education access for students

Walking for change: Kenyan man walks 500km to promote education access for students

Walking for change: Kenyan man walks 500km to promote education access for students

OPINION

opinion

opinion

Abdiwahab Sheikh Abdisamad

From deep waters to national wealth: How Somalia-Türkiye energy cooperation could transform a nation

For decades, Somalia has relied heavily on agriculture, remittances, and foreign aid. Now, beneath its deep waters lies the possibility of a new economic foundation.

Africa’s youth demand their dividend. It’s time to pay up

Iran activates air defences as Trump faces war powers deadline in Congress

Social media regulations in Türkiye and the double standards of European media

The cost of being misjudged: African sovereigns and the Big Three problem

From deep waters to national wealth: How Somalia-Türkiye energy cooperation could transform a nation

For decades, Somalia has relied heavily on agriculture, remittances, and foreign aid. Now, beneath its deep waters lies the possibility of a new economic foundation.

From deep waters to national wealth: How Somalia-Türkiye energy cooperation could transform a nation

From deep waters to national wealth: How Somalia-Türkiye energy cooperation could transform a nation

Africa’s youth demand their dividend. It’s time to pay up

Iran activates air defences as Trump faces war powers deadline in Congress

Social media regulations in Türkiye and the double standards of European media

The cost of being misjudged: African sovereigns and the Big Three problem

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Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage sends 18 Nigerians to Berklee on full scholarships

Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage sends 18 Nigerians to Berklee on full scholarships

Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage sends 18 Nigerians to Berklee on full scholarships

Eighteen outstanding participants were awarded more than 2 million US dollars in scholarships, granting them fully funded undergraduate places at Berklee College of Music in Boston.

Life

Remembering Papa Wemba: 10 years since death of DRC's King of 'Rumba Rock'

Remembering Papa Wemba: 10 years since death of DRC's King of 'Rumba Rock'

Remembering Papa Wemba: 10 years since death of DRC's King of 'Rumba Rock'

P-Square row: Nigerian twin musicians differ over birthday date

P-Square row: Nigerian twin musicians differ over birthday date

P-Square row: Nigerian twin musicians differ over birthday date

AMVCA 2026: Organisers shake up stage with new awards hosts

AMVCA 2026: Organisers shake up stage with new awards hosts

AMVCA 2026: Organisers shake up stage with new awards hosts

Rice off the menu: Uganda's Museveni shares secrets behind his 'healthy' life

Rice off the menu: Uganda's Museveni shares secrets behind his 'healthy' life

Rice off the menu: Uganda's Museveni shares secrets behind his 'healthy' life

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Zelenskyy threatens Ukrainian drones could fly over Moscow Victory Day parade

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy also says that Kiev discussed joint drone production with the EU Commission chief.

Mali's Assimi Goita takes up defence minister role after death of office holder

Mali's leader, Assimi Goita, will assume the additional role of defence minister, according to a decree read on state TV on Monday, after the death of the previous minister in large-scale attacks.

Iran claims to have hit a US navy vessel, Washington denies strike

Tehran says its forces struck a US warship and asserts tighter control over Hormuz waters, while Washington rejects the claim amid escalating tensions in the strategic Gulf corridor.

WHO says risk to public is low after suspected hantavirus outbreak hits ship

WHO says risk to public is low after suspected hantavirus outbreak hits ship

WHO says risk to public is low after suspected hantavirus outbreak hits ship

The WHO said on Monday there was no need for panic and the risk to the public was low after three people died and three fell ill following a suspected outbreak of the rodent-borne hantavirus on a cruise ship in the Atlantic.

Senegal's President Faye says PM Sonko to keep his job if he does it 'properly'

Zambia reveals rejected US health deal was linked to 'critical' minerals access

Cabo Verde blocks cruise passengers after suspected virus deaths

Netanyahu corruption trial testimony cancelled at last minute after lawyer's overnight update

Iran notches up Hormuz temperature, saying it will attack US forces if they enter the Strait

Zelenskyy threatens Ukrainian drones could fly over Moscow Victory Day parade

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy also says that Kiev discussed joint drone production with the EU Commission chief.

Mali's Assimi Goita takes up defence minister role after death of office holder

Mali's leader, Assimi Goita, will assume the additional role of defence minister, according to a decree read on state TV on Monday, after the death of the previous minister in large-scale attacks.

Iran claims to have hit a US navy vessel, Washington denies strike

Tehran says its forces struck a US warship and asserts tighter control over Hormuz waters, while Washington rejects the claim amid escalating tensions in the strategic Gulf corridor.

Senegal's President Faye says PM Sonko to keep his job if he does it 'properly'

Zambia reveals rejected US health deal was linked to 'critical' minerals access

Cabo Verde blocks cruise passengers after suspected virus deaths

Netanyahu corruption trial testimony cancelled at last minute after lawyer's overnight update

Iran notches up Hormuz temperature, saying it will attack US forces if they enter the Strait

Politics

Nigeria to repatriate willing citizens from South Africa amid tensions

Nigeria to repatriate willing citizens from South Africa amid tensions

Nigeria to repatriate willing citizens from South Africa amid tensions

Tanzania closes Nduta camp housing thousands of Burundi refugees

Tanzania closes Nduta camp housing thousands of Burundi refugees

Tanzania closes Nduta camp housing thousands of Burundi refugees

Trump to receive military briefing on potential strikes against Iran: report

Trump to receive military briefing on potential strikes against Iran: report

Trump to receive military briefing on potential strikes against Iran: report

South Sudan President Kiir fires foreign, trade ministers in latest cabinet changes

South Sudan President Kiir fires foreign, trade ministers in latest cabinet changes

South Sudan President Kiir fires foreign, trade ministers in latest cabinet changes

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Sports

Masai Ujiri, who has Nigerian and Kenyan roots, named president of NBA's Dallas Mavericks

Masai Ujiri, who has Nigerian and Kenyan roots, named president of NBA's Dallas Mavericks

Masai Ujiri, who has Nigerian and Kenyan roots, named president of NBA's Dallas Mavericks

Masai Ujiri has been named president of the Dallas Mavericks, given the task of leading the revival of a club that reached the NBA Finals in 2024.

Manchester United coach Carrick sends best wishes to Ferguson in hospital

Manchester United coach Carrick sends best wishes to Ferguson in hospital

Manchester United coach Carrick sends best wishes to Ferguson in hospital

Ferguson is widely regarded as one of football’s greatest managers, having led Manchester United to 13 Premier League titles and two UEFA Champions League trophies.

CAF confirms dates for AFCON 2027 in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda

CAF confirms dates for AFCON 2027 in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda

CAF confirms dates for AFCON 2027 in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda

CAF fails to reveal which of Uganda, Kenya or Tanzania would host the opener or the final.

World Cup: South Africa plan early arrival to adapt to high-altitude Mexico

World Cup: South Africa plan early arrival to adapt to high-altitude Mexico

World Cup: South Africa plan early arrival to adapt to high-altitude Mexico

South Africa open the tournament on June 11 with a Group A match against co-hosts at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City,

World Cup ticket prices fuel scam risks: cybercrime watchdog

World Cup ticket prices fuel scam risks: cybercrime watchdog

World Cup ticket prices fuel scam risks: cybercrime watchdog

The main areas of fraud are expected to be around ticketing, travel, and online scams, analysts warn.

Manchester United coach Carrick sends best wishes to Ferguson in hospital

Manchester United coach Carrick sends best wishes to Ferguson in hospital

Manchester United coach Carrick sends best wishes to Ferguson in hospital

Ferguson is widely regarded as one of football’s greatest managers, having led Manchester United to 13 Premier League titles and two UEFA Champions League trophies.

CAF confirms dates for AFCON 2027 in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda

CAF confirms dates for AFCON 2027 in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda

CAF confirms dates for AFCON 2027 in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda

CAF fails to reveal which of Uganda, Kenya or Tanzania would host the opener or the final.

World Cup: South Africa plan early arrival to adapt to high-altitude Mexico

World Cup: South Africa plan early arrival to adapt to high-altitude Mexico

World Cup: South Africa plan early arrival to adapt to high-altitude Mexico

South Africa open the tournament on June 11 with a Group A match against co-hosts at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City,

World Cup ticket prices fuel scam risks: cybercrime watchdog

World Cup ticket prices fuel scam risks: cybercrime watchdog

World Cup ticket prices fuel scam risks: cybercrime watchdog

The main areas of fraud are expected to be around ticketing, travel, and online scams, analysts warn.

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Deadly virus outbreak hits Dutch-operated cruise ship off Cabo Verde

Deadly virus outbreak hits Dutch-operated cruise ship off Cabo Verde

Deadly virus outbreak hits Dutch-operated cruise ship off Cabo Verde

Boeing faces civil trial over Ethiopia deadly plane crash

Boeing faces civil trial over Ethiopia deadly plane crash

Boeing faces civil trial over Ethiopia deadly plane crash

US launches 'Project Freedom' to escort neutral vessels from Strait of Hormuz

US launches 'Project Freedom' to escort neutral vessels from Strait of Hormuz

US launches 'Project Freedom' to escort neutral vessels from Strait of Hormuz

Syrian, Egyptian foreign ministers discuss bilateral ties on first visit to Cairo

Syrian, Egyptian foreign ministers discuss bilateral ties on first visit to Cairo

Syrian, Egyptian foreign ministers discuss bilateral ties on first visit to Cairo

President Erdogan welcomes al-Zaidi's nomination to form Iraq's government

President Erdogan welcomes al-Zaidi's nomination to form Iraq's government

President Erdogan welcomes al-Zaidi's nomination to form Iraq's government

Iran tells US to pick one loss: 'Impossible war or bad deal'

Iran tells US to pick one loss: 'Impossible war or bad deal'

Iran tells US to pick one loss: 'Impossible war or bad deal'

Two US troops missing during African Lion exercise in Morocco, AFRICOM says

Two US troops missing during African Lion exercise in Morocco, AFRICOM says

Two US troops missing during African Lion exercise in Morocco, AFRICOM says

Recent floods in Kenya kill 18 people, police say

Recent floods in Kenya kill 18 people, police say

Recent floods in Kenya kill 18 people, police say

Egypt announces new gas discovery in Nile Delta

Egypt announces new gas discovery in Nile Delta

Egypt announces new gas discovery in Nile Delta

Gaza's open grave: 8,000 bodies remain trapped as rubble clearance stagnates

Gaza's open grave: 8,000 bodies remain trapped as rubble clearance stagnates

Gaza's open grave: 8,000 bodies remain trapped as rubble clearance stagnates

Rubio to visit Vatican, Rome, after Trump spat with Pope Leo, Meloni

Rubio to visit Vatican, Rome, after Trump spat with Pope Leo, Meloni

Rubio to visit Vatican, Rome, after Trump spat with Pope Leo, Meloni

Iran sets one-month deadline for US to end naval blockade, wars in Iran, Lebanon

Iran sets one-month deadline for US to end naval blockade, wars in Iran, Lebanon

Iran sets one-month deadline for US to end naval blockade, wars in Iran, Lebanon

Sudan drone strike kills nine relatives of army-backed commander

Sudan drone strike kills nine relatives of army-backed commander

Sudan drone strike kills nine relatives of army-backed commander

Türkiye airlifts Gaza flotilla activists from 14 countries home after illegal Israeli raid

Türkiye airlifts Gaza flotilla activists from 14 countries home after illegal Israeli raid

Türkiye airlifts Gaza flotilla activists from 14 countries home after illegal Israeli raid

RSF drone strike on car kills five civilians in Sudan's capital: rights group

RSF drone strike on car kills five civilians in Sudan's capital: rights group

RSF drone strike on car kills five civilians in Sudan's capital: rights group