China offers staunch support to Myanmar president during his state visit
The two countries sign 18 cooperation deals, including on free trade and assistance in the event of natural disasters.
Fifty years ago, the Soweto riots stopped white South Africa in its tracks
Fifty years ago deadly riots by school children marked the beginning of the end of South Africa’s apartheid regime – and they also steered journalist Max…
Sidi Ould Tah takes Africa’s funding fight to the G7
The AfDB president wants rich countries to back a new financial architecture that lowers the cost of investing on the…

South African artists lose gigs across Africa amid xenophobia tensions
South Africa has admitted that growing accusations of xenophobia are beginning to hurt its economy, with local artists and businesses…
G7 leaders meet in France with Iran and Ukraine high on agenda
French President Emmanuel Macron said Tuesday’s lunch summit would focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Nigerian army frees widow of ex-general who died in captivity
Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar and his wife Amina were abducted in north-west Nigeria at the end of last month.
Iran fans react to team’s first World Cup match amid political schisms
Iran fans react to team’s first World Cup match amid political schisms

Somaliland opens embassy in Jerusalem after historic Israeli recognition
For Somaliland, the embassy opening represents a diplomatic victory and could strengthen its campaign for broader international recognition. For Israel,…
Moscow vs the Vatican: When Putin attacks the Pope in Africa
It’s not only US President Donald Trump who is riled by Pope Leo XIV. Russian intelligence services and influence networks…
What to know about this week’s US primary elections
Primaries are set to take place in Alabama, California, Oklahoma, Georgia, and the capital, Washington, DC, on Tuesday.

G7 Leaders tackle Ukraine war and Middle East crisis in high-stakes summit
World leaders gathering at the G7 summit in France face high-stakes talks on two major global crises: the war in…
Football fans celebrate the World Cup across continents and cultures
Fans in jerseys and painted faces gather to watch World Cup matches, celebrating unity and rivalry alike.