Burkina Faso suspends BBC and Voice of America after they covered a report on mass killings
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Quick Glance: Burkina Faso Army Massacred 223 Civilians in Village Raid
- Military forces in Burkina Faso killed 223 civilians, including many children, in attacks on two villages in the northern region on February 25.
- Human Rights Watch called for an investigation into the massacres and international support to hold those responsible accountable.
- The country has been plagued by violence caused by jihadists, displacing over 2 million people, with a majority being children.
- Burkina Faso's army engaged in retaliatory actions, accusing civilians of collaborating with militants, resulting in massacres.
Support for South Africa's ANC near 40% weeks before election, Ipsos poll shows: Support for South Africa's governing African National Congress (ANC) has fallen ...
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Quick Glance: Support for South Africa's ANC around 40% before elections
- An Ipsos poll revealed that support for South Africa's governing African National Congress (ANC) has dropped to just over 40%, weeks before an election that could bring about significant political change.
- While the ANC is still expected to secure the most votes on May 29, falling below 50% would require seeking coalition partners to govern, marking the first such alliance since Nelson Mandela led the party to power 30 years ago.
- The survey was based on face-to-face interviews with 2,545 registered voters across all nine provinces in March and April, boasting a margin of error of 1.9% at a 95% confidence level.
- The poll also highlighted rising voter discontent due to issues like unemployment, corruption, crime, and poor services, with the ANC considering potential coalition partners such as the economically liberal DA and the far-left Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).
US Air Force awards $13 bln Doomsday plane contract to Sierra Nevada: The U.S. Air Force said on Friday that it has awarded a $13 billion contract to Sierra ...
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The Russian and Turkish flags were lowered to mark the closure of a centre set up to monitor a ceasefire in Nagorno-Karabakh ... Show more
Ceasefire monitoring centre in Nagorno-Karabakh shuts as Russian peacekeepers withdraw | Reuters
Ceasefire monitoring centre in Nagorno-Karabakh shuts as Russian peacekeepers withdraw | Reuters
Residents of Sierra Leone have described their frustration at the blackouts which have plagued the country in recent weeks.
The power cuts ... Show more
Rwanda’s Younger Generation Still Deals With the Legacy of Genocide: The country’s past deeply affects those who have come to adulthood with no memory of the ...
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Opposition parties have criticised policing minister Chris Philp for appearing to confuse two African countries on BBC Question Time ... Show more
Burkina Faso has suspended BBC Afrique and Voice of America for airing a Human Rights Watch report accusing the Burkinabe army of civilian abuses ... Show more
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi has announced plans to expand cooperation with African countries at the second International Economic Conference of Iran and ... Show more
Sierra Leone energy minister resigns over electricity crisis, as power returns to capital
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Did Chris Philp confuse Rwanda and Congo on Question Time?: The policing minister appeared to ask an audience member if Rwanda and Congo were different countries ...
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White House unbowed on support for Israel despite growing frustration from progressives and unrest on campuses
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FULL LIST: Fubara, Tompolo… 166 People on EFCC Wanted List: This 166 people-strong list includes the Governor of Rivers State, past governors, ex-bankers ...
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As Gaza cease-fire talks resume, the coming fight for Rafah looms large: Washington has said it cannot support a major military operation in Rafah ...
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Burkina Faso suspends BBC over report on alleged mass killings: BBC Africa is suspended for two weeks for covering a Human Rights Watch report on alleged mass ...
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"This is what we want, and it is why we are adamant about providing student loans and new credit opportunities to not only enhance the skills of our ... Show more
Tinubu meets Dutch PM, says Nigeria positioned to power clean energy future of Europe, world
Tinubu meets Dutch PM, says Nigeria positioned to power clean energy future of Europe, world
CNN's Larry Madowo reports from the scene of flash flooding in Nairobi, Kenya, that has left many without a home.
At least 32 people have been killed and two ... Show more
At least 32 dead as flash floods sweep through half of Kenya | CNN
At least 32 dead as flash floods sweep through half of Kenya | CNN
Ireland says UK's Rwanda policy drives migrants over its border: The threat of deportation to Rwanda is causing migrants to head for Ireland instead of staying ...
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Tanzania floods and landslides kill more than 150 - PM Kassim Majaliwa: The prime minister warns that El Niño-triggered heavy rains are likely to continue into ...
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Quick Glance: Devastating Impact of Heavy Rains in Tanzania
- In Tanzania, the heavy rains that triggered flooding and landslides due to El Nino have resulted in the loss of at least 155 lives.
- The torrential rains, accompanied by strong winds, have caused significant damage, including the destruction of crops, homes, and infrastructure.
- Kenya has recorded about 45 fatalities since the start of the rainy season in March, including 13 from floods in the capital Nairobi.
- The UN humanitarian response agency OCHA reports that in Somalia, the Gu rains have led to severe floods, resulting in at least four deaths and affecting or displacing over 800 people.
Former head of ICJ explains ruling on genocide case against Israel brought by S Africa
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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has accused tech giant Apple of using illegally exploited minerals from its eastern region for iPhones ... Show more
The Patriotic Alliance (PA) insisted that children of immigrants, who were born and have lived in South Africa since birth ... Show more
Frequently asked questions about the Swazi Secrets investigation - ICIJ: Where is Eswatini? Where did the Swazi Secrets leak come from? Who are the journalists ...
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Democratic Republic of Congo is pushing Apple for more information about its supply chain amid concerns it may be tainted with conflict minerals sourced from ... Show more
Kenya Airways (KQ) has accused the Democratic Republic of Congo's army of holding two of its employees despite a court ruling to release them ... Show more
Kenyan military deployed as East Africa floods kill dozens: Kenya's military was deployed on Thursday to rescue victims of heavy rains that have killed dozens of ...
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Let us press on with UK migrant plan, Rwanda tells critics: Rwandan President Paul Kagame's government said on Friday it would take as many migrants as Britain ...
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President William Ruto with First Lady Rachel Ruto at the 60th anniversary of the union between the former Republic of Tanganyika and the People’s Republic of ... Show more
Fishmongers in Egypt say they have been forced to slash their prices by up to 50% because of a boycott that has swept the country ... Show more
Africa Live: Kenya Airways protests over staff held in DR Congo - BBC News
Africa Live: Kenya Airways protests over staff held in DR Congo - BBC News
Apple accused by Congo over conflict minerals in iPhones: Lawyers representing DRC allege Apple’s products contain illegally exported minerals ...
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Somalia detains U.S.-trained commandos over theft of rations: Somalia's government said it had suspended and detained several members of an elite, U.S ...
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Baltic Sea: Bundeswehr intercepts another Russian reconnaissance aircraft: According to its own information, the Air Force stopped and accompanied another plane ...
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SPOTTED: Scandalous Email From Wole Olanipekun’s Firm That Ended a Lawyer’s Career
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In Pictures: Soweto is buzzing as former President Thabo Mbeki visits Jabulani Mall as part of the ANC’s campaign trail ahead of the 2024 national and ... Show more
President William Ruto arrives in Tanzania ahead of 60th independence day celebrations; he has been received by Minister for Minerals Anthony Mavunde
2 Men Charged After Five Migrants Die Attempting to Cross the English Channel: The deaths, including a child, came hours after the U.K. government passed its ...
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U.S. to Withdraw Troops From Chad: The departure of U.S. military personnel in Chad and Niger comes as both countries are turning away from years of cooperation ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/25/us/politics/chad-us-troop-withdrawal.html
”The negotiation by the Tripartite Committee is still ongoing. If you remember, the TUC earlier submitted N447,000 as the new minimum wage but we have ... Show more
New minimum wage announcement not feasible on May 1 - TUC President
New minimum wage announcement not feasible on May 1 - TUC President
What is the Rwanda Policy? U.K.’s Plan for Asylum Seekers Explained: The plan has been in the works for years, but the passage of a contentious bill by Britain’s ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/23/world/europe/uk-rwanda-policy-explained.html
Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda
- The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.
- Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.
- The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.
South Africa will mark 30 years of freedom amid inequality, poverty and a tense election ahead
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Machogu: Why TVET is solution to future jobs: Ezekiel Machogu says TVET is a powerful tool to prepare the youth for the labour market and provide lifelong ...
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South African democracy: Did the 'get-out-of-jail' vote live up to the hype?: Thirty years after Nelson Mandela's election and apartheid's end ...
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🔴 Israeli officials have told their Egyptian counterparts they are ready to give negotiations “one last chance” to reach a deal with Hamas before moving ... Show more
Israel’s war on Gaza live: Hamas tells world ceasefire a must for any deal | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
Israel’s war on Gaza live: Hamas tells world ceasefire a must for any deal | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
Hamas has said it remains committed to achieving an agreement with Israel to end the war on Gaza, but only if its conditions, including a lasting ceasefire ... Show more
Hamas ‘serious’ about captives’ release but not without Gaza ceasefire | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
Hamas ‘serious’ about captives’ release but not without Gaza ceasefire | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
Zambian Inflation Hits 26-Month High as Currency Rout Returns: Zambia’s annual inflation rate climbed to a 26-month high and may continue to increase as a record ...
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Congo Spending a Quarter of Revenue on Security in War With Rebels: Democratic Republic of Congo’s government is hemorrhaging money as it tries to fight a series ...
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Extremist Ahmed Alid guilty of Hartlepool knife murder: Moroccan asylum seeker Ahmed Alid told police he stabbed two men in protest at the Gaza conflict.
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Columbia’s University Senate Calls for an Investigation Into the Administration: The senators voted for a resolution that accused the administration of ...
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Quick Glance: Columbia University Senate Pushes for Admin Investigation
- The university senate voted on a resolution accusing the administration of breaching the rights of students and professors.
- Based on a report by the senate executive committee, the administration was criticized for engaging in harmful actions.
- Allegations included the hiring of aggressive private investigators who harassed students and intruded into student rooms.
- The resolution passed with a 62-14 vote, falling short of a censure proposal against Dr. Shafik.
It’s been 30 years since South Africa held its first post-apartheid elections.
The general election, which was held between 26 and 29 April 1994 ... Show more
President William Ruto arrives in Zimbabwe for the 64th International Trade Fair, where he will be the chief guest; visit to boost economic and political ties ... Show more
Brenda Fassie was one of South Africa's biggest pop stars in the late 1980s. She released her album Black President in 1990 ... Show more
Witness History - Brenda Fassie: Madonna of the townships - Brenda Fassie: Madonna of the townships - BBC Sounds
Witness History - Brenda Fassie: Madonna of the townships - Brenda Fassie: Madonna of the townships - BBC Sounds
What We Know About Columbia’s President, Nemat Shafik: Dr. Shafik, who also goes by Minouche, is facing criticism from multiple sides over how she is handling ...
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Sudan: El-Fasher faces massacre as final fight for Darfur looms: Sudanese and international experts are warning of a massacre that could generate “Hiroshima and ...
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Kenyan government recommends regulating, not banning, TikTok: Kenya's government has advised lawmakers against banning TikTok over concerns about content shared ...
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Burkina Faso's military massacred over 220 civilians, including children, in two villages on February 25th, 2024, according to a recent HRW report ... Show more
Egyptian delegation arrives in Israel to revive deadlocked ceasefire and hostage talks
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Burkina Faso army massacred 223 villagers in revenge attack - HRW: Soldiers accused residents of aiding Islamist fighters before shooting at them ...
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Nigeria seeks managers for planned $10 billion diaspora fund: Nigeria is seeking fund managers for a planned $10 billion diaspora fund that is aimed at ...
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Pakistan: Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz in trouble for wearing police uniform - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Controversy Surrounding Maryam Nawaz's Police Uniform
- Maryam Nawaz's choice to wear a police uniform at a passing-out parade has sparked controversy.
- The plaintiff argued that Maryam Nawaz wearing a police uniform was unlawful and called for legal action.
The Patriotic Alliance’s (PA) Gauteng Premier candidate Kenny Kunene reiterated his pledge to send illegal immigrants packing ... Show more
🇧🇫🪖 It's one of the worst killings in #BurkinaFaso since the violence began: the NGO Human Rights Watch has documented the execution of 223 civilians ... Show more
Education department will hire temps to fill 31 000 teacher vacancies: The Centre for Development and Enterprise has estimated that South Africa will need 456 ...
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Quick Glance: Education Department to Hire Temps for 31,000 Teacher Vacancies
- Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga has begun recruiting individuals to address the acute teacher shortage of 31,000 positions in the country.
- There is a 28% increase from the 24,000 vacancies in 2021, with KwaZulu-Natal having the highest number of 7,044 unfilled posts.
- The lack of teachers has led to overcrowded classrooms, burdened educators, educational disparities, and financial strains on the schooling system, impacting the quality of education.
- The education department awarded nearly 12,000 bursaries to trainee teachers through the Funza Lushaka bursary scheme, but provincial education departments struggle to place graduates in positions.
Ghana's Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia met with Pope Francis at the Vatican to enhance diplomatic relations between Ghana and the Holy See. The meeting ... Show more
The remains of Royal Malaysian Navy pilot, Lieutenant T. Sivasutan, who perished in the helicopter crash in Lumut on Tuesday (April 23) has been cremated at ... Show more
`Shop with Watsons` campaign ends as IT analyst walks away with new LBS home | TheStarTV.com
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`Shop with Watsons` campaign ends as IT analyst walks away with new LBS home | TheStarTV.com
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In the run up to South Africa’s May 2024 elections, we’ve trained over 100 journalists from newsrooms across the country. These workshops ... Show more
The party's Nthabiseng Tshivhenga, who is also Speaker in Ekurhuleni, “A vote for the EFF is a vote for land to be returned to its rightful owners ... Show more
In October 2023, Boko Haram’s JAS faction (Jama’atu Ahlis-Sunna Lidda’Awati Wal-Jihad) launched major offensives against the group’s other faction – Islamic ... Show more
ANALYSIS: Boko Haram factions fight each other, leave Islamic State worried
ANALYSIS: Boko Haram factions fight each other, leave Islamic State worried
Arizona House votes to repeal abortion ban: The move clears the path for a similar vote in the Senate — which appears to have the support to pass the measure.
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Quick Glance: Supreme Court Divided on Emergency Abortion Access: Highlights
- The Supreme Court seems divided on access to emergency abortions in states with near-total bans.
- The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act could impact abortion access in emergencies.
- The debate raises questions about fetal personhood and abortion rights conflict.
- The court's decision could affect abortion access in 14 states with strict abortion bans.
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African migrant disaster survivor haunted by weeks lost at sea: Adrift on the Atlantic Ocean, the migrants from West Africa resorted to drinking seawater to ...
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President William Ruto (center) accompanied by His Deputy Rigathi Gachagua, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, Senate Speaker Amason Kingi and other ... Show more
President William Ruto departs for Tanzania, to attend the 60th celebration of independence before proceeding to Zimbabwe for a two-day state visit ... Show more
KDF soldiers lower Sergeant Rose Nyawira Wachira's body into the ground at her family home in Kagio, Kirinyaga County
In July last year, Senegalese fisherman Birane Mbaye boarded a boat bound for the Canary Islands. He was accompanied by his friend Omar Seck and 99 other ... Show more
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French President Emmanuel Macron participated in a charity football match, with some African stars, scoring a penalty in the second half ... Show more
GOP’s inclusion of TikTok ban is secret weapon against Biden: Democrats are bracing for a backlash from young voters over the potential ban of TikTok on U.S ...
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Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
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