38 h. ago Transgender soldiers to be separated from US military: Trump

The Pentagon must create a procedure to identify troops who are transgender

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58 h. ago Businesses, homes destroyed after heavy rains hit KZN south coast

KZN residents left distraught as they clean their homes, businesses after heavy rains hit.

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3 d. ago Ivory Coast Assumes Control of Final French Base as Troops Depart

Ivory Coast has taken control of the last French military base in the country, marking a significant shift in both countries’ defense relationship. At a press conference, the Ivorian Defense Minister Tene Birahima Ouattara announced that although most French forces are departing, about 80 troops will remain to advise and train the Ivorian military. Ouattara… Read More »Ivory Coast Assumes Control of Final French Base as Troops Depart The post Ivory Coast Assumes Control of Final French Base as Troops Depart first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago Rublev wins Qatar Open for the 2nd time, defeating Draper in final

He went into the deciding set with the wind in his sails, but Rublev showed no mercy.

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7 d. ago Netherlands Agrees to Return Over 100 Benin Bronzes in Landmark Repatriation

The Netherlands has announced that it will return 119 Benin Bronzes—stolen by British troops in 1897—to Nigeria, marking the largest-ever repatriation of these artifacts. These culturally significant sculptures, which ended up in Dutch museums like the Wereldmuseum as well as with private collectors, originate from the ancient Benin Kingdom in modern-day Edo state. Despite the… Read More »Netherlands Agrees to Return Over 100 Benin Bronzes in Landmark Repatriation The post Netherlands Agrees to Return Over 100 Benin Bronzes in Landmark Repatriation first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago Memorial service held for fallen SANDF soldiers from Free State

A memorial service of the three soldiers was held at Tempe Military Base in Bloemfontein.

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8 d. ago Ethiopia and Somalia Begin Talks to Defuse Somaliland Coastline Tensions

Representatives from Addis Ababa and Mogadishu have met in Ankara for a first round of conversations on resolving the dispute triggered by Ethiopia’s memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Somaliland. The MOU, signed early last year, saw Ethiopia pledge to recognize Somaliland’s independence in exchange for coastland access for a marine base. Ethiopia, with an estimated… Read More »Ethiopia and Somalia Begin Talks to Defuse Somaliland Coastline Tensions The post Ethiopia and Somalia Begin Talks to Defuse Somaliland Coastline Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago Algeria Condemns French Official’s Visit to Disputed Western Sahara

Algeria has criticized French Culture Minister Rachida Dati’s visit to the disputed Western Sahara, calling it “objectionable on multiple levels.” Western Sahara, a former Spanish colony, has been under Moroccan control for several decades. However, the Algeria-backed Polisario Front, which seeks independence for the region, has claimed to be the rightful ruler. Algeria’s foreign ministry… Read More »Algeria Condemns French Official’s Visit to Disputed Western Sahara The post Algeria Condemns French Official’s Visit to Disputed Western Sahara first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago Uganda Declares Ebola Under Control After Discharging Final Patients

Ugandan health officials have announced that the country’s latest Ebola outbreak has been contained, discharging the final eight patients initially diagnosed in January. According to the World Health Organization, this marks a significant milestone and reflects Uganda’s swift response measures. The outbreak claimed one life: a male nurse who died a day before the government… Read More »Uganda Declares Ebola Under Control After Discharging Final Patients The post Uganda Declares Ebola Under Control After Discharging Final Patients first appeared on iAfrica.

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9 d. ago France Signals Support for Moroccan Rule in Historic Western Sahara Visit

Rachida Dati, France’s Minister of Culture, has made a landmark visit to Western Sahara, becoming the first French official to travel there in an official capacity. During her visit, Dati described the trip as “historic” and reiterated France’s recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the disputed territory. Accompanied by her Moroccan counterpart, Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid, she… Read More »France Signals Support for Moroccan Rule in Historic Western Sahara Visit The post France Signals Support for Moroccan Rule in Historic Western Sahara Visit first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Family of fallen SANDF soldier calls for return of remaining troops

The fallen troops were killed during conflict between DRC army forces and M23 rebels.

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