44 h. ago Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions

Mozambique’s parliament has unanimously passed a landmark law aimed at restoring peace through national dialogue and constitutional reform. Backed by all political parties, the law stems from a March 5 peace agreement between President Daniel Chapo and opposition leaders. It proposes restructuring the state, decentralizing power, and revising presidential authority to enhance democratic governance. While… Read More »Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions The post Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

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44 h. ago Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup

DRC President Felix Tshisekedi commuted the death sentences of three Americans convicted of participating in a failed coup attempt to life imprisonment, days ahead of a high-level US delegation visit. The men—Marcel Malanga, Tyler Thompson Jr., and Benjamin Reuben Zalman-Polun—were among 37 convicted after attempting to storm the presidential palace and the residence of politician… Read More »Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup The post Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup first appeared on iAfrica.

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68 h. ago Tensions remain high in South Sudan following Machar’s house arrest

Riek Machar is accused of being behind clashes between government forces and the White Army

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6 d. ago Three Chinese nationals missing off Ghana after suspected kidnapping

Ghana's navy is investigating a "suspected pirate attack".

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7 d. ago Sudan’s army takes major market as it extends control over capital

Souq Libya is one of the largest and most important commercial hubs in Sudan.

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8 d. ago Magazine Barracks reunion gathering to be held in Chatsworth, Durban

The Magazine Barracks arose from an old army munitions store, writes Kiru Naidoo.

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1 week ago Gabon’s Coup Leader Cleared to Run for President in April Election

Gabon’s Constitutional Court has ratified eight candidates for the upcoming presidential election. The candidates include Brice Oligui Nguema, the head of the transitional government that has led the country since a 2023 military coup. Ordinarily, transitional leaders are restricted from running for election. However, a new constitution passed in November exempted Nguema, raising concerns about… Read More »Gabon’s Coup Leader Cleared to Run for President in April Election The post Gabon’s Coup Leader Cleared to Run for President in April Election first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Chad Deems Sudanese General’s Airport Threat a ‘Declaration of War’

Sudan’s civil war threatens to escalate into a regional conflict after a top Sudanese general threatened to target Chad’s airports, claiming the United Arab Emirates uses them to supply weapons to the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). In response, Chad condemned the remarks as a “declaration of war” and vowed to defend its sovereignty, in… Read More »Chad Deems Sudanese General’s Airport Threat a ‘Declaration of War’ The post Chad Deems Sudanese General’s Airport Threat a ‘Declaration of War’ first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Sudanese Army Retakes Presidential Palace in Fierce Battle for Khartoum

The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) has recaptured the Presidential Palace in Khartoum, marking a symbolic victory in its battle against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Since April 2023, both sides have fought bitterly for control, plunging Sudan into a humanitarian catastrophe that has left over 28,000 dead and displaced 11 million people. The RSF,… Read More »Sudanese Army Retakes Presidential Palace in Fierce Battle for Khartoum The post Sudanese Army Retakes Presidential Palace in Fierce Battle for Khartoum first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Pope Francis Returns to the Vatican After Health Scare, Faces Long Recovery

After more than five weeks in the hospital battling a severe respiratory illness, Pope Francis has returned to the Vatican—but the road to recovery is far from over. The 87-year-old pontiff, looking frail but grateful, appeared on a hospital balcony in his wheelchair to wave at the hundreds gathered below. “Thank you, everyone,” he said… Read More »Pope Francis Returns to the Vatican After Health Scare, Faces Long Recovery The post Pope Francis Returns to the Vatican After Health Scare, Faces Long Recovery first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago New Australian election battleground centers around working from home

The Liberal Party pledge puts it at odds with the ruling Labor Party.

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2 w. ago ‘Presidential Youth Employment Initiative has decreased unemployment’

Mashatile has highlighted government's employment initiatives during the Human Rights

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2 w. ago Africa’s Road to the 2026 World Cup Heats Up as Qualifiers Resume

Africa’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers resume this week after a nine-month break, with big teams facing pressure to secure spots. The nine group winners will qualify directly, while the four best runners-up will battle for one final place via playoffs. Nigeria, currently winless, must recover under new coach Eric Chelle. Mali’s new boss Tom… Read More »Africa’s Road to the 2026 World Cup Heats Up as Qualifiers Resume The post Africa’s Road to the 2026 World Cup Heats Up as Qualifiers Resume first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Ivory Coast Opposition Unites in Bid to Challenge Ruling Party

With Ivory Coast’s presidential election set for October, dozens of opposition parties have formed a united front, the Coalition for a Peaceful Alternation. The coalition aims to demand electoral reforms and challenge the ruling party’s dominance. It includes major political forces such as the Democratic Party of Ivory Coast (PDCI), the country’s oldest political party,… Read More »Ivory Coast Opposition Unites in Bid to Challenge Ruling Party The post Ivory Coast Opposition Unites in Bid to Challenge Ruling Party first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 w. ago Palace Boss Glasner Hopeful Of Mateta’s Return For FA Cup Quarters After Horror Injury

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner hopes to have striker Jean-Philippe Mateta back for their FA Cup quarter-final at Fulham on March 29 after suffering a horrific injury against Millwall last Saturday. The 27-year-old Frenchman was taken to hospital with a head injury after a challenge by Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts during their FA Cup fifth-round… Read More »Palace Boss Glasner Hopeful Of Mateta’s Return For FA Cup Quarters After Horror Injury The post Palace Boss Glasner Hopeful Of Mateta’s Return For FA Cup Quarters After Horror Injury first appeared on iAfrica.

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