President Felix Tshisekedi waves to the crowd during his swearing in ceremony for a second term in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, on January 20, 2024 [Guylain Kipoke/AP] Press Release – Africa CDC welcomes the signing of the Declaration of Principles on 19 July 2025 between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and […]
Outspoken Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi has dismissed the government’s attempt to link him to anti-government protests, calling it a weak and desperate move to silence dissent. Mwangi appeared in court on Monday, charged with unlawful possession of ammunition, a case stemming from his alleged role in the youth-led demonstrations that have gripped the country for
The dam is situated in the Yarlung Tsangpo canyon, said to be the world’s largest and deepest canyon on land Chinese authorities have begun constructing what will be the world’s largest hydropower dam in Tibetan territory, in a project that has sparked concerns from India and Bangladesh. Chinese Premier Li Qiang presided over a ceremony
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The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) is inviting submissions of proposals aimed at improving regulations for the upcoming 2025/26 season from the stakeholders in Ugandan football. According to an official communication issued by FUFA Chief Executive Officer Edgar Watson Suubi, the federation is seeking contributions that will enhance the FUFA Competitions Rules as well
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Hungary, Serbia announce new oil pipeline to bypass EU energy restrictions. SARAJEVO ; Hungary and Serbia will jointly build a new oil pipeline aimed at safeguarding affordable energy supplies amid ongoing EU efforts to reduce dependence on Russian energy, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto announced on Monday. The pipeline, with an expected annual capacity
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Iran and Russia Launch Naval Drills in Challenge to US Iran and Russia have launched a joint naval drill in the Caspian Sea, which borders both countries and lies between Eastern Europe and Central Asia, according to Iranian media. Newsweek has reached out to the U.S. State Department and the Iranian and Russian foreign ministries for comment.
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Corey Adams, former Edna Karr football star and Ole Miss freshman shot dead in Tennessee. Corey Adams, an 18-year-old former Edna Karr High School football standout and freshman at Ole Miss, passed away during a devastating mass shooting in Cordova, Tennessee. The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office reported that the incident occurred around 10:14 PM local time
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Jack Burgess BBC News Tributes are being paid to American World War Two veteran and social media star Jake Larson, known online as ‘Papa Jake’, who has died at the age of 102. Larson was among the Allied troops in D-Day who attacked Nazi Germany’s forces on the beaches of northern France in 1944, helping
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Vipers Sports Club have contracted and unveiled massively experienced Belgian tactician, Ivan Jacky Minnaert as the new head coach on a permanent basis. The 58-year-old has been secured on a long term contract at the club. He will be assisted by the duo of John ‘Ayala’ Luyinda and Fred Muhumuza, who were in charge of
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The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has announced the launch of the second edition of its Football Management Executive Programme, delivered in collaboration with the University of Cape Town (“UCT”). This strategic initiative underscores CAF’s commitment to enhancing leadership excellence and strengthening governance structures across African football. Aligned with the vision of CAF President Dr
