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 · Feb 13, 2024
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 · Feb 12, 2024
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 · Jan 15, 2024
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... The National (Scotland) · Jan 11, 2024
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 · Jan 11, 2024
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 · Jan 10, 2024
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) · Jan 10, 2024
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 · Jan 9, 2024
'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 · Jan 5, 2024
'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 · Jan 5, 2024
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 The Hindu · Dec 28, 2023
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 Conversation · Dec 17, 2023
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 The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2023
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. WhatToWatch · Dec 14, 2023
The Conversation · Dec 13, 2023 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…
The Conversation · Dec 13, 2023 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 · Nov 30, 2023 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 · Nov 29, 2023 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 · Nov 28, 2023 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 · Nov 17, 2023 '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 · Nov 16, 2023 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 · Nov 15, 2023 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…
The Times of India · Nov 2, 2023 Quinton de Kock's impact extends beyond runs for table-topping South Africa NEW DELHI: Quinton de Kock's outstanding performance in the ICC Cricket World Cup, marked by his fourth century, led table-topping South Africa to a resounding 190-run victory over New Zealand on Wednesday. Yet, his influence on the team goes far beyond his runs on the field.
The Times of India · Oct 29, 2023 World Cup: South Africa spin twins Keshav Maharaj and Tabraiz Shamsi working in tandem Maharaj, Shamsi complement each other as team eyes semis berth
Radio France Internationale · Oct 28, 2023 Africa and Europe to join forces on sustainable space programmes Cooperation between the European Union and African Union in space exploration was the hot topic at a three-day event that took place in Dakar this week, as Africa’s growing space sector is becoming increasingly important for the sustainable economic development of the continent.