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Cameroon, South Africa set for high-stakes AFCON round of 16 clash

South Africa and Cameroon meet on Sunday in the Round of 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations, with both teams aiming to extend their tournament runs after finishing second in their respective groups.

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Celebrations in South Florida as Venezuelans react to Maduro’s capture

South Florida erupted in celebration as news broke of the U.S. military operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Venezuelans in the region draped flags over their shoulders and chanted “liberty,” marking a moment many...

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At least 30 killed in market attack in Nigeria’s Niger State

At least 30 people have been killed and several others abducted after gunmen attacked a market in Nigeria’s Niger State, according to police. The attackers stormed Kasuwan Daji market in Demo village on Saturday afternoon, setting stalls...

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Pope voices concern over U.S. raid in Venezuela, calls for peace

Pope Leo has expressed deep concern over the recent U.S. raid in Venezuela, urging that the well-being of the Venezuelan people must take precedence over all other considerations.

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Cuban Santería priests warn of conflicts and violence in 2026

Santería followers gathered in Havana on Friday to discover the Letter of the Year, the predictions of the priests for the New Year.

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Dozens missing after boat carrying migrants capsized off Gambia

At least 102 survivors were rescued and seven bodies recovered from the boat that capsized off the Gambian coast on New Year's Eve, President Adama Barrow said in a state broadcast.

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DRC, Liberia among five new non-permanent UN Security Council members

The United Nations Security Council welcomed Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Latvia and Liberia, as its five new non-permanent members for the 2026-2027 period.

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Israeli recognition of Somaliland 'calculated distraction' diplomat says

Somalia's ambassador the United Nations said Israel's move aimed to distract from its war in Gaza and its occupation of the West Bank.

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Displaced grandmother and grandson burn to death in Gaza tent fire

A fire broke out in the tent sheltering Amal Abu al-Khair and her family while her son was cooking dinner.

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Thousands flock to southern Nigeria for Calabar Carnival

Thousands of revellers gathered in southern Nigeria for the latest edition of the Calabar Carnival. The festival sees vibrant outfits, music and dancing fill the streets of Cross River State.

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Venus Williams to return to Australian Open

Five years after her last appearance at the tournament, Venus Williams is set to compete in the Australian Open which gets underway later this month. At the age of 45, Williams is to become the oldest woman to compete in the tournament.

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Mamdani promises to govern NYC 'audaciously' in inaugural address

Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City on Thursday, taking over one of the most unrelenting jobs in American politics with a promise to use the power of government to improve the lives of working people.

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Unknown number of people trapped after building collapses in Nairobi

A multi-story building in Kenya’s capital Nairobi collapsed on Friday, leaving a unknown number of people trapped beneath the rubble.

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Gabon's President starts the year with major government reshuffle

Gabon’s President Brice Oligui Nguema started the New Year with a major government reshuffle.

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Burkina Faso hails security gains and food self-sufficiency in 2025

Traoré reaffirmed Burkina Faso’s sovereign foreign policy, welcoming partners who respect national independence while rejecting external pressures.

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Morocco fans optimistic about AFCON win but are wary of facing Egypt

Morocco fans are starting to get excited about their team’s chances of winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. But they’re wary of facing Egypt in the final.

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UK to analyse black box from Libya plane crash that killed army chief

Libyan authorities say Britain has formally agreed to provide technical and legal support for the investigation, with findings to be made public once analysis is complete.

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Surfers ring in New Year on Morocco’s Atlantic coast

In the popular seaside resort of Taghazout, on Morocco’s Atlantic coast, surfers did not hesitate to put on their wetsuits and grab their surfboards in the early hours of New Year's Day.

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Doumbouya supporters celebrate Guinea election win

Junta leader Mamadi Doumbouya won 86.72% of the votes counted so far, according to Guinea's General Directorate of Elections.

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AFCON 2025 sets new standard as Morocco chase home glory

On the pitch, optimism is building around the Atlas Lions. Haddaoui says Morocco have shown they are ready to compete for the title, while acknowledging the pressure that comes with playing at home.

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Senegal: Faye announces major boost to public investment in 2026

In his address to the nation on New Year's Eve, Bassirou Diomaye Faye promised major public investments in areas including education, health and water infrastructure.

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DRC accuses Rwanda of killing 1,500 civilians in past month

The Congolese government has labelled the latest offensive of the Kigali-backed M23 rebels in eastern Congo “a clear act of aggression.”

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Heavy snow blankets Istanbul on first day of 2026

Istanbul welcomed the New Year from under a blanket of snow. On the first day of the new year, the Turkish city also received its first snowfall of the year.

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Guinea: Doumbouya supporters express joy after victory in election

Junta leader Mamadi Doumbouya won 86.72% of the votes counted so far, according to Guinea's General Directorate of Elections.

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Gabon's AFCON exit triggers political crisis at home

Fresh from being knocked out of the Africa Cup of Nations in the first round, Gabon is in crisis. The government even briefly announced the dissolution of the Panthers' staff and the suspensions of Bruno Ecuélé Manga and Pierre-Emerick A...

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Nigerian youth enter 2026 with hopes of prosperity and stability

For many young people, Nigeria has yet to fulfil its potential. They hope that the new year will allow the country to achieve stability and prosperity.

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Cape Town rental boom pushes low-income residents into illegal housing

Driven in part by a tourism boom and the rapid expansion of short-term rentals such as Airbnb, property prices in the central business district have soared, pricing out workers who rely on living close to jobs and services.

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Tunisia's head coach offers touching tribute to Moroccan hospitality

Tunisia’s head coach Sami Trabelsi has been busy. He’s led his team to a second-place finish in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Group C and qualified for the Round of 16. But he’s found time to make friends and remind AFCON fans that foot...

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Mali, Burkina Faso restrict entry to U.S. nationals

Mali and Burkina Faso have announced travel restrictions on American citizens in a tit-for-tat move after the U.S. added both countries to a no-entry list.

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Anthony Joshua released from Lagos hospital after road crash

The British-Nigerian boxer was discharged from hospital after being deemed clinically "fit to recuperate from home," according to local authorities.

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