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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 10:04
About $7-billion of infrastructure investments in the Democratic Republic of Congo by Chinese companies in a revised minerals deal will largely depend on copper prices remaining high, details of the agreement published on Friday show. The government of President Felix Tshisekedi pushed for a review...
The latest mining world news and project information from Africa. providing updates on the progress of future, new and existing projects. Developments in mining legislation, policies, investments and infrastructure will be highlighted
Monday, May 6, 2024 - 10:00
In an extraordinary 5-0 triumph over West Ham on Sunday, London side, Chelsea showcased a resurgence highlighted by goals from Cole Palmer, Conor Gallagher, and Noni Madueke in the opening half and a brace by Nicolas Jackson in the latter stage. Africa Today News, New York reports that Chelsea has...
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:58
Although it may work weight loss wonders, the Paleo diet doesn’t likely hale from our cave-dwelling ancestors. Thanks to new research from scientists studying the remains of a Paleothic group […]
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:56
Since the beginning of war a year ago, Sudanese have been fleeing the country in search of safety and opportunity. Given cultural similarities, the most popular destination has been Egypt, […]
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:55
From May 8 – 14, Film at Lincoln Center will be hosting the 31st New York African Film Festival, in which over 50 films from 25 countries will be screened. […]
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:53
“Fast fashion” refers to the quick cycle of mass clothing production that consumes vast resources and creates major waste. While Africa is known for being the dumping ground for much […]
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:53
In a bid to further safeguard women’s rights in the African maritime space, the Kofi Anan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC), on Monday, officially launched the Code of Practice for Women in the Maritime Security Domain in Lagos. During the launch of the Code, Dr. Emma Birikorang,...
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:52
Having recently undergone a head-to-toe renovation, Tanzania’s Singita Mara River Tented Camp beautifully navigates the difficult challenge of blending in with nature while standing out with design. Rooted in an […]
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:50
Forty guests and several staff members were rescued at Masai Mara Game Reserve after River Talek burst its banks and overflowed. Floods have impacted nine camps including Tipilikwani camp, Mara […]
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:49
The city is known for its riads – a traditional property set around a central courtyard – as well as its grand-dame hotels made from marble. There are a cluster […]
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:47
Also known as the ‘desert of dreams’, a camping experience at the Sahara Desert offers the exciting opportunity to sleep under a million stars. Watching the sun set and rise […]
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:39

The value of Africa’s biggest companies has fallen again this year. But one company – Naspers – is mainly responsible. The total market capitalisation of the 250 biggest listed companies in Africa stood at $505bn on 31 March 2024, down 9% from the $556bn recorded one year earlier and...

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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:39
No fewer than 57 people have been killed in southern Brazil with nearly 70,000 forced to flee their homes following raging floods and mudslides, the country’s civil defense agency said yesterday.  According to the nation’s civil defense, at least 74 people were injured and another 67 missing...
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:37
Provisional results are expected by May 21 and final results by June 5. If no candidate wins more than 50% of the votes, a run-off will be held on June 22.
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:35
This country is known for being the birthplace of the Vodun religion, but there is so much more to explore. From the vibrant city of Cotonou to the water village […]
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:32
Ogun State has been described as a powerful ally in its development programmes and project implementation by the African Development Bank (AfDB). Professor Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka who is the Special Adviser to the President of the Bank on Industrialization, made the assertion in an interview...
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:19
Chadians go to the polls on Monday three years after their military leader seized power, in the first presidential election in Africa's Sahel region since a wave of coups.
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:00

Martin Kanja, AKA Lord Spikeheart, covers everything from colonialism to his grandmother in music that mixes African culture with metal. He hopes to help more artists like him break through

As a teenager, Martin Kanja spent countless late nights listening to heavy metal on a local radio...

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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 09:00
Abuja, May 6, 2024—Authorities in Ghana should swiftly and comprehensively conclude their investigation of the April 25 firebomb attack on Class Media Group’s office, hold those responsible to account, and ensure that journalists at the media outlet can work safely, said the Committee to Protect...
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Monday, May 6, 2024 - 08:54
Chadians go to the polls on Monday after three years of military rule following the death of long-time ruler Idriss Déby, the first presidential election in Africa's Sahel region since a wave of coups.
FRANCE 24’s coverage of events, politics and social issues across Africa, including North Africa (the Maghreb) and the Sahel, aided by our network of correspondents and experts across the continent.

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