- 29 March, 2026
Rare gorilla twins born in conflict-hit Virunga National Park in DR Congo
The park in the Democratic Republic of Congo is Africa’s oldest nature reserve…Read More
Vodun Days festivities kick off in Benin’s Ouidah
Vodun is an animist religion rooted in the forces of nature and the connection with ancestors…Read More
National day of mourning for 40 killed in Crans-Montana fire
Switzerland held a national day of mourning for 40 people killed in a bar fire during New Year in Crans-Montana.
South Africa: Protesters condemn US attack on Venezuela
Demonstrators took to the streets of the South African capital to denounce the US’ recent atack on Venezuela, during which
Chinese foreign minister begins annual Africa tour with Ethiopia visit
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi pledged deeper cooperation on issues including trade, infrastructure, energy
Benin elections: parties end campaigning days ahead of vote
Parties competing in Benin’s local and parliamentary elections ended their campaigning on Friday, ahead of the vote this weekend. It
Chinese and Iranian warships arrive in South Africa for BRICS naval exercises
China will lead a joint military drill hosted by South Africa. Russian ships are also expected to join the exercises…Read
Robots wow crowds at Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas
The Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas drew large crowds on its second day. Robots and AI helpers took centre
Venezuela holds mass funeral for soldiers killed in US military operation
Venezuela’s military has begun burying dozens of soldiers killed in a United States military operation, holding a mass funeral in
Ivorian Government resigns after ruling party’s landslide win
Ivory Coast’s government has formally resigned, paving the way for a new cabinet following last month’s legislative elections. President Alassane