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Is democracy dying in Africa? Senegal’s slide into chaos bodes ill in a year of key elections

With millions set to vote in 2024, the continent’s future is in the hands of a younger generation disillusioned by the apparent failure of their elected leaders and stagnant economies

The Guardian - UK

Franco-Senegalese documentary 'Dahomey' wins Berlin's Golden Bear

Dahomey, a documentary by Franco-Senegalese director Mati Diop probing the thorny issues surrounding Europe's return of looted antiquities to Africa, won the Berlin Film Festival's top prize Saturday.

Radio France Internationale

A new home for the African diaspora in Ghana stirs tensions

Ghana tried to create a haven for anyone from across the African diaspora. But for some Ghanaians, the project has become a source of bitterness.

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Under new general, Russia’s Wagner makes deeper inroads into Libya

Using a new avatar of the paramilitary group, Putin is strengthening Russia’s presence in the North African country.

Al Jazeera

Mati Diop’s documentary Dahomey wins top prize at Berlin film festival

Film about first major return of looted treasures to Africa beat the work of several veteran directors

The Guardian - UK

Dahomey doc on Europe’s looted African art wins Berlin film festival

A documentary by Franco-Senegalese director Mati Diop probing Europe’s looted antiquities wins prestigious Golden Bear.

Al Jazeera

'Dahomey' Doc On Looted African Art Wins Berlin's Golden Bear

"Dahomey", a documentary by Franco-Senegalese director Mati Diop probing the thorny issues surrounding Europe's return of looted antiquities to Africa, won the Berlin film festival's top prize Saturday.

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'Dahomey' Doc On Looted African Art Wins Berlin Film Fest

International Business Times

How Black History month has slowly made its way to France

Black History month took root in the US in the 1920s before becoming a national event by the mid-1970s. Some members of the African diaspora in France have been trying to import it and, in the last decade, have succeeded in establishing a homegrown version.

Radio France Internationale

How Kagiso Lediga became the most sought-after filmmaker in South Africa

The South African, now the go-to filmmaker for global brands seeking African stories, tells Al Jazeera his own story.

Al Jazeera

Our devastating migrant reality

The director for the Oscar-nominated film discusses what some Africans endure for hope of a better life in Europe

Salon

South African prosecutors seek extradition orders in the case of $580K stolen from the president

Prosecutors say they are seeking extradition orders and the arrest of more suspects over the 2020 theft of around $580,000 in U.S. cash that was hidden in a couch at South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s ranch

The Independent UK

Luxury Winter Getaways: Dreamy Destinations For Your Next Vacation

Explore rejuvenating late-winter getaways from African safaris to tropical beach retreats and historic European escapes.

Top News

Debate on ditching CFA begins as Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger forge new path

Amid talk of ditching West African franc, a colonial-era legacy, analysts unpack what it means for three Sahel states.

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International Business Times

South Africa Hikes Taxes And Social Spending Before Vote

South Africa plans to hike taxes and increase spending on social grants ahead of a general election in May amid sluggish growth and high debt, the government said on Wednesday.

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New Jidi Electric Motorcycle Charges Up Mobility In Africa

Ghanaian battery-swapping specialist Kofa has teamed up with Chinese light EV maker TAILG on the new Jidi electric motorcycle in the hopes of making e-mobility mode accessible in Africa.

Al Jazeera

What’s fuelling the deadly cholera outbreak in Southern Africa?

Unchecked border movement and poor sewage systems have a new partner in wreaking havoc: climate change

Radio France Internationale

French NGOs angry over drastic cuts to overseas aid budget

France's announcement of a cut in its development aid has prompted an angry response from French NGOs working abroad, especially in the Middle East and Africa.

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African jewellery designers marrying heritage with sharp design codes

These African jewellery designers – from Pichulik to Dejak – are putting the continent’s jewellery industry in the spotlight

Salon

Dapping: An overlooked Black celebration

Tracing the history of the dap, from Africa to Americana

Top News

Rwanda Defends Troop Presence Amid Congo Border Tensions

Rwanda defends its territory against threats as the U.S. calls for withdrawal of troops from Congo, amid escalating tensions in Africa's Great Lakes region.

The Guardian - UK

Mike Procter obituary

Great cricketing all-rounder who played seven Test matches for his native South Africa and 14 seasons for Gloucestershire

The Guardian - UK

The Body Shop’s fair trade suppliers left with ‘more than $1m’ of ingredients

Vulnerable people from the Amazon to Africa say stock may never be paid for by ethical beauty chain after it called in administrators

The Guardian - UK

France should return much more looted African art, film-maker says

Mati Diop, the director of Dahomey, which charts the restitution of 26 objects to Benin, says the tiny number involved is ‘humiliating’

International Business Times

Somalia Accuses Ethiopia Of Trying To Block AU Summit Access

Somalia and Ethiopia, already at odds over a controversial maritime pact, locked horns again on Saturday over Somali claims that Ethiopian security forces tried to block President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud from accessing the African Union summit.

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