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Cameroon’s political tension deepened on Wednesday as the country’s top …

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Germany is set to hold a snap federal election on …

Madagascar’s powerful Gen Z movement, which played a leading role in toppling former President Andry Rajoelina, has voiced strong opposition to the …

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The Trump administration has begun firing hundreds of Federal Aviation …

Economy

Akagera National Park in eastern Rwanda has been recognized as …

Shell has urged deeper collaboration between international oil companies and …

In a significant blow to the reputation and financial standing of German sportswear giant Puma, shares plunged by 20% following a disappointing …

Opinion

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The holy month of Ramadan is a sacred time for …

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The fashion world is often perceived as glamorous, yet behind …

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Tech

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Egypt and the United Arab Emirates have signed a landmark cybersecurity cooperation agreement aimed at bolstering regional digital resilience and protecting critical …

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For thousands of refugees and asylum seekers who have fought through uncertainty, displacement, and years of rigorous vetting, the dream of finally …

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