How goats and chickens are transforming education in Zimbabwe
An innovative UNESCO-backed education initiative in Zimbabwe blends rural traditions with modern learning, helping students imbibe practical life skills while getting insights into their ancestral way of life.
22 Apr, 2025
On earth, no decoration: Pope Francis asked for a simple burial
In his will, Francis specified the exact spot in the side nave of the basilica for his tomb, even including an attached diagram for clarity.
22 Apr, 2025
South African president, Putin hold talks on Russia-Ukraine war
President Putin outlined Russia’s position on the need to eliminate the causes of the conflict and ensure Russian security interests, the Kremlin said.
22 Apr, 2025
Hundreds dead as Angola fights back against cholera outbreak
More than 14,000 cholera cases and 505 deaths have been reported since the outbreak began in January 2025.
22 Apr, 2025
Pope Francis’s death: DR Congo Catholics lost ‘the voice of the voiceless’
South Sudan to send delegation to US for repatriation of nationals
DRC suspends former President Kabila’s party over alleged links with M23 rebels
Easter: South African church holds mass weddings for 3,000 people
Sudanese civilians killed in fresh RSF shelling in Darfur
21 Apr, 2025
Zimbabwe: Stone sculpture exhibition in London to highlight brutal colonial legacy
For Zimbabwean stone carvers, the exhibition is more than an opportunity for Western audiences to glimpse a dark history. It is also a chance to revive an ancient art form.
21 Apr, 2025
Sudan war: Families improvise first aid for wounded in besieged El-Fasher city
With only the most meagre supplies remaining in El-Fasher, families and neighbours improvise first aid for the war victims.
21 Apr, 2025
More than 100 inmates escape in Chad’s deadly prison break
The prisoners reportedly revolted after they complained about a lack of food
21 Apr, 2025
DRC boat accident death toll rises to 148
More than 150 other victims were rescued with varying degrees of burns while several charred bodies recovered from boat, says official
21 Apr, 2025
Senegal: Ex-officials, artists charged over Covid-19 funds
Dozens of high-profile individuals are being prosecuted for allegedly embezzling public funds and fraud relating to the country’s response to Covid-19.
21 Apr, 2025
DRC crisis: Rwanda to allow passage of Southern Africa troops
Diplomatic sources say the regional force’s weapons will be sealed for security reasons but will leave Rwandan territory with the troops.
21 Apr, 2025
Foreigners convicted of cocaine trafficking in Guinea-Bissau face fresh trial in US
The transferred convicts are nationals of the US, Mexico, Ecuador and Colombia
21 Apr, 2025
Nigeria: Why violence is a recurring nightmare for Plateau State communities
Recurring violence in Nigeria’s Plateau State continues to devastate communities and challenge peacebuilding efforts.
21 Apr, 2025
South Africa’s strategic balancing act: Navigating G20, BRICS leadership roles
By strategically championing for reforms in international financing and strengthening global peace and security architecture through G20 and BRICS, South Africa could be positioned to be a leading actor in an ever-changing global political landscape
21 Apr, 2025
Chad Basin health ministers launch joint vaccination as polio variant spreads
A total of 210 detections have been reported in the Lake Chad Basin region, 140 of which resulted in paralysis.
