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UN calls on Ghana not to sign anti-LGBT bill into law

Reactions continue a day after Ghana's parliament passed a harsh anti-gay bill. Concerns are growing about the possible impact on the LGBT community. But first: a leading Chadian opposition leader is among dozens of people killed in Wednesday's gunfights in N'djamena. Yaya Dillo was set to be the main rival…

France 24

Fear For Rhinos As Poachers Kill 500 In South Africa

Conservationists raised the alarm on Tuesday as South Africa reported a sharp increase in rhino poaching, with almost 500 animals killed last year.

International Business Times

Nearly 500 Rhinos Killed As Poaching Increases In S.Africa

Almost 500 rhinos were killed by poachers in South Africa last year, up 11 percent on 2022, despite government efforts to tackle the illicit trade in horns, ministers said Tuesday.

International Business Times

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South Africa lodges 'urgent request' about Israel's military operations in Rafah with UN court

Last month, the court ruled that Israel should do all it can do prevent the deaths of Palestinian civilians

Evening Standard

When is the next Afcon? Sebastien Haller wins 2023 tournament for Ivory Coast

The tournament hosts lift the African football tournament for a third time after beating Nigeria 2-1 — but when and where will it be held next time?

Evening Standard

20 years ago South Africa had 40 qualified astronomers – all white. How it’s opened space science and developed skills since then

South African astronomy started an important journey two decades ago, when an initiative to attract and train future scientists in the field welcomed its first group of students under the National Astrophysics and Space Science Programme.

The Conversation

What is South Africa’s Gaza genocide case against Israel at the ICJ?

South Africa has launched a case at the International Court of Justice accusing Israel of genocide against Palestinians in Gaza...

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World Cup Stars Morocco Seek End To 48-year African Trophy Drought

Morocco coach Walid Regragui was just five months and 20 days old when the country won the Africa Cup of Nations for the only time in 1976.

International Business Times

DR Congo's Tshisekedi to be sworn in for second term on January 20

In tonight's edition: President Felix Tshisekedi will officially begin his second term as president of the Democratic Republic of Congo on January 20. Also, Tunisian radio presenter Zied El Heni is handed a suspended sentence for allegedly insulting a minister. Tunisian journalists had rallied outside the courthouse in Tunis to…

France 24

Follow our live blog as South Africa accuses Israel of genocide at the ICJ

WE'LL be live blogging tomorrow as South Africa accuses Israel of genocide at the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

The National (Scotland)

Confusion over Kenya's 'visa-free entry' policy

In tonight's edition: Visa or no visa to go to Kenya? President William Ruto advocates for a borderless Africa. But visa-free travel might have a price tag. Also, in an exclusive interview, Chad's interim Prime Minister Succès Masra talks about the need for a united country. Plus, we report on…

France 24

'Ram Siya Ram' moment! Virat Kohli gifts signed jersey to Keshav Maharaj

NEW DELHI: After facing an innings defeat in the opening Test in Centurion, Team India made an impressive comeback to beat South Africa by 7 wickets in the second Test at Newlands to level the two-match series 1-1. Both the teams shared the trophy in the end.

The Times of India

'Special day, special match': Jasprit Bumrah after India's record-breaking win in Cape Town

NEW DELHI: India emerged victorious against South Africa with a resounding seven-wicket win in the second Test at the very ground where pace sensation Jasprit Bumrah made his Test debut.

The Times of India

SA vs IND first Test | Burger & Co. dash India’s ‘final frontier’ dream, inflict innings defeat

India tour of South Africa: South Africa vs India first Test in Centurion | Elgar and Jansen put South Africa in comfortable position

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The Conversation

Trade rules and climate change: Africa stands to lose from proposed WTO policy tools

The World Trade Organisation launched its Trade Policy Tools for Climate Action during the COP28 conference. International economic law expert Olabisi D. Akinkugbe discusses whether the new Trade Policy Tools benefit Africa.

The Independent UK

A Spanish official says spotter planes are helping curtail the number of West African migrant boats

A senior Spanish official says the deployment of two Spanish surveillance planes to watch for migrant boats heading on the treacherous route from West Africa to Spain’s Canary Islands has enabled authorities to stop 59 canoes from Senegal and Gambia

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How to watch AFCON 2023: live stream the tournament around the world

Learn everything you need to know to watch the Africa Cup of Nations football tournament, running from January 13 – February 11.

The Conversation

African countries at COP28: several big wins and a united voice

African countries entered the recent COP28 negotiations on climate change in high spirits. Before this conference, in September, African government leaders, policymakers, activists and other groups from the continent met at the African Climate Summit in Nairobi, Kenya. The African position and expectations for COP28 were shaped at this summit…

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COP28's commitment to transforming farming and food systems is an insult to Africans

Globally, food systems are unsustainable: 80% of the production of food is powered by fossil fuels. The food system is responsible for over one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions. It is the primary driver of biodiversity loss. The COP28 climate change conference has issued a declaration on sustainable agriculture and…

The Hindu

Mangaluru based CHD Group to lead global delegation at COP28 in UAE

CHD Group will lead a 7-member delegation of experts from South Asia, Africa and Iran to the blue zone of the high-level meetings, and engage with different stakeholders around the globe in discussions pertaining to public health consequences of climate change, just energy transition, fossil fuel reduction and food security…

Radio France Internationale

UN and AU sign deal to correct injustices suffered by African nations

The United Nations has agreed a new human rights agreement with the African Union aimed at reinforcing peace and security on a continent that has been "the double victim of injustice".

Fortune

AI was at the top of the agenda at the African Union’s summit

From employment and education, to health and the environment, artificial intelligence is likely to have a significant impact in Africa's 55 nations. The African Union's recent summit on digital transformation put AI at the top of the agenda.

The Times of India

'There's nothing even remotely close to a choke...': South Africa coach Rob Walter after semi-final defeat

NEW DELHI: South Africa's cricket coach, Rob Walter, vehemently dismissed suggestions that his team succumbed to World Cup semi-final nerves in their gripping three-wicket loss to Australia. Walter insisted that it "was nothing even remotely close to a choke" as the Proteas faced a challenging situation right from the start.

The Independent UK

Ghana reparations summit calls for global fund to compensate Africans for slave trade

Delegates at a reparations summit in Ghana have resolved to set up a Global Reparation Fund to push for overdue compensation for millions of Africans enslaved centuries ago during the transatlantic slave trade

France 24

Ghana calls for African united front on demand for slavery reparations

Africa is seeking an action plan on the back of growing calls for compensation for the historical enslavement of millions of its people at a conference in Ghana. Meanwhile in the Central African Republic, the UN Security Council has adopted a resolution to renew its local peacekeeping mission – MINUSCA…

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