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African leaders agree on ceasefire in east Congo from Friday
KINSHASA, Nov 23 (Reuters) - African leaders have declared a ceasefire in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo starting Friday, which is aimed in particular at stopping attacks by the M23 rebel group, they said in a statement. The declaration was issued by the
Australian among 40 foreign nationals held in Iran’s jails amid escalating protests
Regime refuses to provide consular access as it does not recognise dual nationality, Dfat says Follow our Australia news live blog for the latest updates Get our morning and afternoon news emails , free app or daily news podcast An Australian citizen is among
11 killed in attack on camp sheltering displaced people in Mali
At least 11 civilians were killed in a terrorist attack on a camp for displaced people in northern Mali, local
Informa Tech and Huawei host fourth Broadband Africa Forum
Africa is on the cusp of a broadband explosion, but must address significant challenges to ensure that economic benefits for the continent come with it. This was the consensus at the fourth Broadband Africa Forum hosted by Informa Tech and supported by Huawei.
Harriet Bograd, 79, Dies; Mentor to Jewish Communities Around the World
She helped Jews in Africa and elsewhere feel connected to their origins by helping them start businesses and open synagogues and schools. ...
Nigeria's Bid to Expand Oil Exploration in its North Raises Concerns
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari opened the first oil drilling site in the country's north Tuesday, saying it will bring energy security and economic development. The fresh source of oil comes as Nigeria's production ranking has dropped from
Africa leaders declare east Congo ceasefire starting Friday
African leaders have declared a ceasefire in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo starting on Friday, which is aimed in particular at stopping attacks by the M23 rebel group, they said in a statement. The declaration was issued by the leaders of Congo, Rwanda,
Minister Of Finance Receives Visiting Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank President
(MENAFN - Saudi Press Agency) Riyadh, Nov 23, 2022, SPA -- The Minister of Finance and Governor of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), Mohammad bin ... ...
Over 80 International Federations To Take Part In World Triathlon Championships Finals
(MENAFN - Emirates News Agency (WAM)) abu dhabi, 23rd november, 2022 (wam) -- The World Triathlon Championship Finals have arrived in Abu Dhabi ahead of four incredible days of elite, age group, ... ...
UAE An Aggressive Country To Adopt New Technologies For Climate Change
(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) Published: Wed 23 Nov 2022, 8:12 PM Last updated: Wed 23 Nov 2022, 9:33 PM The UAE is one of the most aggressive nations in the region when it comes to climate change and ... ...
Abu Dhabi Set To Host World's Largest Championship For Math Puzzles In December
(MENAFN - Emirates News Agency (WAM)) ABU DHABI, 23rd November, 2022 (WAM) – Abu Dhabi is set to host the Kenken International Championship 2022, the largest math puzzle championship in the world. ... ...
Some Zimbabweans Need Food Aid Despite Bumper Wheat Harvest
Despite the country's sizable wheat crop, Zimbabwe’s government says the number of people facing food insecurity in the country is growing fast. Columbus Mavhunga reports from Buhera, Zimbabwe. Camera: Blessing Chigwenhembe. ...
African leaders agree on ‘immediate ceasefire’ in eastern DRC
African leaders have declared a cessation of hostilities in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo starting Friday, according to a joint statement released after talks in the Angolan capital Luanda, with the aim of ending fighting between Congolese troops
Owner of pit bulls who killed Free State toddler granted bail
The 30-year-old arrested in
African leaders 'agree on ceasefire' in violence-torn eastern DR Congo
An agreement has been struck which could mean the adoption of a ceasefire in the violence-torn east of DR Congo as soon as late Friday, Angola's Foreign Minister Tete Antonio has said. ...
South African Apartheid Victims Demand Reparations from Government
Victims of South Africa’s racially oppressive apartheid
'Equality Now' calls on MENA governments to urgently review sex discriminatory laws
The women's rights NGO, Equality Now, has released a policy brief to mark International Day for the Elimination of
Sudan Army Chief says he will accept any non-partisan government
Sudan's Army Chief, Gen. Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, said Wednesday that the military will accept any non-partisan government
Removal of German colonial-era statue met with cheers in Namibia
WINDHOEK, Nov 23 (Reuters) - A large crane lifted a colonial-era statue of German official Curt von Francois in Namibian capital Windhoek on Wednesday, as a crowd that gathered nearby clapped and hooted in delight. The 2.4 metre (7-foot, 9-inch) bronze statue
South Africa, UK agree on 'deepened, broadened' links
South Africa is eying “deepened and broadened” ties with the UK, President Cyril Ramaphosa said Wednesday. Ramaphosa met British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at Downing Street and said he
Cholera outbreak in Haiti hits children hardest
Cholera and malnutrition are causing an increasing number of deaths in children in Haiti, UNICEF warned Wednesday. Two out of every five cholera patients in Haiti, or 40% of confirmed cases, are children. Nine out of 10 cases occur in areas
South Africa records over 7,000 murders between July and September: Police
New police statistics show more than 7,000 people have been murdered by criminal gangs in a span of three months across South Africa. On Wednesday, South Africa’s parliamentary portfolio committee on police heard details of the crime statistics, recording
Zweli Mkhize decries Jacob Zuma's 'painful' return to prison
ANC presidential hope Zweli Mkhize has weighed in on former president Jacob Zuma's impending return to prison, describing it as painful and an unnecessary punishment for an 80 year old. ...
Joburg must wait until Thursday to see if it has a new mayor
There were two big items on the agenda: The council vote on the proposed R2 billion short-term loan and the motions of no confidence in Mayor Mpho Phalatse. ...
Correctional services applies for leave to appeal SCA ruling on Zuma's medical parole
The Department of Correctional Services says it will appeal the Supreme Court of Appeal ruling that former president Jacob Zuma's release on medical parole was unlawful. ...
DR Congo and Rwanda agree ceasefire at talks: Angola
An agreement has been struck which could mean the adoption of a ceasefire in the violence-torn east of DR Congo as soon as late Friday, Angola's Foreign Minister Tete Antonio has said. ...
What Saudi Arabia’s football victory means for the Middle East
LAST MONTH Muhammad bin Salman, the Saudi crown prince, summoned the national football team to deliver an odd pep talk: no one expects much from you. The Green Falcons were preparing for their sixth World Cup appearance. The past four ended in the group stage,
Police, Refugees Clash at Overcrowded Malawi Camp
Malawi police have fired tear gas and clashed with refugees at the country's overcrowded Dzaleka refugee camp. Witnesses say the clashes broke out after a group of refugees got angry when they did not receive materials for shelter and began breaking
Somalia: Military Operation Kills 49 Al-Shabab Militants
Somalia says its army, supported by international partners, have conducted an operation in the country’s lower Shabelle region that killed 49 al-Shabab militants. A statement issued by the Somali Information Ministry late
