U.S. President Donald Trump speaks with service members from Mar-a-Lago during the Thanksgiving holiday.

Trump Announces Plan to ‘Permanently Pause Migration’ From “Third World Countries” After DC Shooting Incident

President Trump announced plans to pause migration from “Third World Countries” after a fatal DC shooting linked to an Afghan national, unveiling new measures to tighten immigration rules and review noncitizen benefits.

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US President Donald Trump speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, responding to questions about South Africa and the G20 summit.

Trump Withdraws G20 Invitation to South Africa Over Baseless ‘Genocide’ Claims

US President Donald Trump has escalated tensions with South Africa, announcing the country will be excluded from the 2026 G20 summit in Miami. The move follows Trump’s repeated and widely debunked claims that South Africa is committing human rights abuses and “genocide” against white Afrikaners. The decision comes amid already strained relations after the US boycotted the G20 summit in Johannesburg.

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Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema crouching behind a microphone as security personnel move to protect him during a stone-throwing incident at a public rally.

Stone-Throwing Incident Adds Pressure on Zambia’s ‘Fix-It’ President

Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema is under growing pressure after a month marked by public unrest, including a stone-throwing incident that forced him to abandon a rally. As elections near, he has defended his economic record—highlighting debt restructuring, reduced inflation and renewed investment—yet many citizens remain frustrated by persistent power shortages, high living costs and unemployment. The tense atmosphere underscores the widening gap between the President’s achievements and the everyday struggles of ordinary Zambians

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US President Donald Trump speaking at a public event, captured mid-speech against an official backdrop.

Somali Community Targeted as Trump Terminates TPS in Minnesota

US President Donald Trump has ended Temporary Protected Status for Somalis in Minnesota, claiming without evidence that Somali gangs are causing crime and fraud in the state. The move affects a small number of TPS holders but has sparked strong criticism from state leaders and community advocates, who warn it could separate families and damage US–Somalia relations.

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Members of the M23 rebel group standing on vehicles during an event in Goma, North Kivu province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, April 7, 2025

DRC, Rwanda-Backed M23 Sign Framework Peace Deal After Qatar Talks

The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group have signed a new framework agreement in Qatar, marking a significant step toward ending years of conflict in eastern DRC. The deal outlines protocols on ceasefire monitoring, prisoner exchange, humanitarian access, and reintegration efforts, offering hope for progress despite continued fighting on the ground.

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Uganda President Yoweri Museveni during a press briefing, addressing allegations about the secret arrest and detention of Kenyan activists.

Tanzania’s Newly Trained ‘Army’ of Community Health Workers Is Transforming Grassroots Healthcare

Uganda President Yoweri Museveni has admitted that Kenyan activists were secretly arrested and detained for weeks in a concealed facility, raising regional concerns about human rights and cross-border security practices.

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Kenyan activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo raising their fists after returning to Nairobi following their secret detention in Uganda.

Uganda President Admits Kenyan Activists Were Secretly Arrested and Held ‘In the Fridge’ for Weeks

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has admitted that two Kenyan activists, Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, were secretly arrested and held for more than five weeks, despite government denials. Their release, following diplomatic pressure from Kenya, has renewed concerns over enforced disappearances and cross-border crackdowns on dissent in East Africa.

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A midwife from MSI Madagascar speaking with women in a rural community after mobile clinic services were suspended due to funding cuts.

Madagascar’s Mobile Clinics Halted as Funding Collapses — Leaving Women Without Lifesaving Care

Madagascar’s mobile reproductive health clinics have been forced to shut down after major funding cuts, leaving thousands of women without access to contraception, midwifery support, or STI treatment. With MSI Madagascar suspending outreach teams, communities already facing high maternal mortality rates are now at greater risk of unintended pregnancies and unsafe abortions

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Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani meeting DRC President Felix Tshisekedi during an official visit in Kinshasa.

Qatari Emir Visits DR Congo Following Key Meetings in Rwanda

Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani visited the Democratic Republic of Congo for the first time, days after a peace framework was signed between the DRC government and the M23 rebel group. The trip follows his meeting with Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame and highlights Qatar’s growing role in mediating efforts to stabilise eastern Congo.

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A portrait of Rita Boateng, Marketing & Customer Executive at Old Mutual Ghana, known for her leadership and women empowerment initiatives.

Rita Boateng: A Visionary Leader Shaping the Future of Marketing and Customer Excellence

Rita Boateng, Marketing & Customer Executive at Old Mutual Ghana, is recognized for her dynamic leadership, customer-focused innovation, and dedication to empowering women in the corporate world. Her work continues to inspire growth, inclusion, and excellence across the industry.

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Business leaders from Brazil, South Africa, and the United States discuss global cooperation during a B20 Troika panel in 2025.

B20 Puts African Businesses at the Global Decision-Making Table

The B20 Troika, Brazil, South Africa, and the United States, convened this week to discuss how global business can strengthen cooperation in a rapidly changing world. Under South Africa’s leadership, the B20 placed Africa at the centre of global decision-making, producing 30 actionable recommendations on energy transition, digital transformation, investment, and inclusive growth. Leaders emphasized that Africa’s economic potential is vital to global progress and that business must act as a bridge amid rising geopolitical tensions.

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Nicki Minaj speaks at a U.S. Embassy event in New York, expressing support for Donald Trump’s claims about Christian persecution in Nigeria

Nicki Minaj Backs Trump’s Claim on Christian Persecution in Nigeria Amid Complex Security Crisis

Nicki Minaj has backed President Donald Trump’s claim that Christians are being persecuted in Nigeria, citing attacks on churches and religious communities. However, analysts and Nigerian officials argue that extremist violence affects both Christians and Muslims, with recent incidents in Kwara, Kebbi, and Borno highlighting the broader insecurity across the country. President Bola Tinubu has called for urgent action as tensions rise.

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