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Shimron Hetmyer played a pivotal role in West Indies' victory over Zimbabwe, scoring 85 runs as they secured a 107-run win in their opening match of the Super 8 stage at the 2026 T20 World Cup. This w…
Senegal's Prime Minister has expressed regret over the imprisonment of 18 football fans following disturbances at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) final. The sentences have sparked concern withi…
The Kordofan region of Sudan is experiencing intensified drone attacks, resulting in significant casualties amid ongoing conflict. The situation highlights the challenges of achieving peace in the are…
The Prime Minister of Senegal has introduced a bill that aims to impose stricter penalties for what it terms 'acts against nature.' This proposed legislation seeks to double the prison sentences for s…
Zimbabwe's cricket team has made a remarkable comeback, returning to the international stage at the 2026 T20 World Cup after a prolonged period of struggle. This resurgence highlights the team's dedic…
The driver involved in a fatal crash with British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has made an appearance in a Nigerian court. The case has been adjourned to March, allowing for further legal proceedi…
In Uganda, two women have been detained for allegedly kissing in public, highlighting the country's stringent anti-homosexual laws. These laws are among the harshest in the world, reflecting deep-root…
Zimbabwe has declined a health aid agreement with the United States, citing concerns over access to biological samples and the lack of benefit-sharing from US research. The government expressed that t…
Pope Leo is set to make a historic visit to four African countries in April, including Algeria, marking the first time a pope has visited the predominantly Muslim nation. This visit is significant as …
The situation in Tigray, Ethiopia, is becoming increasingly concerning as many residents are once again fleeing the region. This movement comes just over three years after the civil war officially end…
The United Nations has imposed sanctions on leaders of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in response to their involvement in severe human rights violations during Sudan's ongoing civil war. The RSF's tak…
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