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Russian mercenaries from the Wagner group owned by a key Putin ally are stoking influence in resource-rich Central African Republic

While Vladimir Putin desperately rallies support for his war in Ukraine, a network of paramilitary mercenaries known as the Wagner Group is shoring up his power in resource-rich central Africa, more than 5,000 kilometres away.

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Black lecturer taking Bristol University to tribunal over racial discrimination claims

Among other incidents she claims she was told 'no one gives a sh** about Africa'

Bristol Post

Ousmane Sembène at 100: a tribute to Senegal's 'father of African cinema'

1 January 2023 marked the centenary of the birth of Ousmane Sembène, the Senegalese novelist and filmmaker hailed as the “father of African cinema”. Over the course of five decades Sembène published 10 books and directed 12 films across three distinct periods. He has been celebrated for his beautifully crafted…

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Kenya and South Africa are working to address trade barriers: where to start

Trade volumes between Kenya and South Africa have always been minimal compared to each country’s engagement with its other major trading partners. But in recent years, leaders of the two countries have been taking steps to stimulate trade. South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa was on the same mission late last…

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After Test struggles, South Africa pin hopes on new T20 league

Cape Town (AFP) - Two days after the end of a humiliating Test tour of Australia by South Africa, a new Twenty20 league, the SA20, will be launched in Cape Town on Tuesday.

AFP

Why Ghana relies heavily on used cars

The sale of electric cars is growing. Globally, some 2 million electric vehicles were sold in the first quarter of 2022 – 75% more than in the first three months of 2021. Most, though, are sold in high income countries.

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New Chinese foreign minister heads to Africa for first trip

The new foreign minister’s visit follows in the footsteps of his predecessors over the last three decades.

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China's new foreign minister heads to Africa for first trip

China’s new Foreign Minister Qin Gang is starting his term with a weeklong trip to five African countries

The Independent UK

First African-produced cancer tests to slash costs and waiting times

Moroccan-manufactured tests for breast cancer and leukaemia an important step in ending the continent’s reliance on imported pharmaceuticals

The Guardian - UK

How migrant entrepreneurs find their way in South Africa

The pros and cons of the informal economy and how migrant business spaces are initiated and expanded.

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Daniel Kinahan drug cartel channelling drugs through Africa on much bigger scale than first thought

A report has found both substantial local consumption and expanding transit flows to Europe and Australia from South America.

Irish Mirror

South Africa police investigate alleged plot to poison CEO with cyanide

André de Ruyter, who stepped down from utility firm Eskom, drank coffee suspected to be laced with poison

The Guardian - UK

South Africa's ruling ANC party fetes 111th anniversary

South Africa’s ruling African National Congress party on Sunday marks its 111th anniversary with celebratory events in Mangaung, Free State province, where the organization was founded in 1912

The Independent UK

South Africa's Eskom says police investigating alleged poisoning of CEO

South African power utility Eskom on Sunday said police were investigating whether an attempt was made to poison its outgoing Chief Executive Officer Andre de Ruyter.

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Kenya’s Trade Minister: Nairobi to Witness Qualitative Cooperation with Saudi Arabia

Kenya’s Minister of Trade and Industry Moses Kuria said that Africa, and his country in particular, would not allow its resources to be exploited in the US-Chinese trade war. He noted that Kenya looked forward to strengthening economic ties with Saudi Arabia by reviving axes of cooperation. In an interview…

The Guardian - UK

Lupin star shines light on riflemen from France’s former colonies in new film

Tirailleurs, featuring Lupin star Omar Sy, tells story of father and son during first world war

Daily Mirror

Inside Tom Bradby last TV encounter with 'bruised and vulnerable' Harry and Meghan

Tom Bradby has bagged one of the biggest interviews of his career as he sits down with Prince Harry three years after their fateful trip to South Africa - which marked the beginning of the end for the Duke's time in the Royal Family

The Conversation

HIV remains a leading killer in Africa despite medical breakthroughs – how to eliminate it

About 38 million people around the world are living with HIV. About 70% of them live in Africa. This shows that there is no solution to the AIDS pandemic without a solution in Africa. In 2021, there were 1.5 million new cases of HIV – just over 4,000 cases per…

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Kinahan cartel channels huge quantities of narcotics through African countries from South America

A study discovered that the shipments are on a much bigger scale than previously believe

ABC News

As wild African lions struggle against human progress, zoos such as Canberra's are playing an important role

After the recent arrival of two African lions, the National Zoo and Aquarium team now has the task of helping Mlinzi and Nairibi breed, as part of global efforts to protect the species.

Asharq Al-Awsat

5 African Migrants Die, 10 Missing after Boat Sinks Off Tunisia

At least five African migrants died and another 10 were missing after a boat sank off Tunisia, as they tried to cross the Mediterranean to Italy, a judicial official said on Saturday. The coastguard rescued 20 migrants who had been on the overcrowded boat, which sank off Louata in Sfax…

Reuters

Five African migrants die, 10 missing after boat sinks off Tunisia

At least five African migrants died and another 10 were missing after a boat sank off Tunisia, as they tried to cross the Mediterranean to Italy, a judicial official said‮ ‬on Saturday.

The Independent UK

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‘Tirailleurs’: France’s forgotten colonial soldiers step out of the shadows

The last surviving African soldiers who fought for colonial-era France will be able to live out their final days in their home countries following the French government's U-turn on their pension rights. The decision coincides with the cinema release of a film highlighting the untold sacrifices made by African “tirailleurs”…

Daily Mirror

Madonna poses for rare photo with sons Rocco Ritchie, 22, and David Banda, 17, in Africa

Madonna posed for a rare photograph with her sons Rocco Ritchie, 22, and David Banda, 17, during their family trip to Africa – days after releasing new music

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