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Aliko Dangote is leaving one-third of his $35 billion fortune 'to humanity'—a rare move among Africa's billionaires

The pledge amounts to roughly $11.6 billion at today's valuation, and could grow far larger once his oil refinery goes public.

Fortune

🔴 Spain deploys military as hundreds cross into Ceuta from Morocco

Spain will deploy military units to support police in Ceuta after hundreds of migrants breached the border fences from Morocco on Thursday, overwhelming local security forces. Nine bodies have been recovered, a Spanish government spokeswoman said Thursday.

France 24

Fifa wants more money for its members but that does not guarantee investment

Asia and Africa are bastions of support for Gianni Infantino but Fifa’s money has not always been well spent in the regions

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In the 1930s, America introduced African buffelgrass to feed cattle and control erosion; it is now turning Arizona's fire-resistant desert into flammable grassland

Buffelgrass, introduced for pasture, now threatens Arizona's Sonoran Desert ecosystem. This invasive grass forms dense thickets, increasing wildfire frequency and intensity. Native plants struggle to recover after fires, while buffelgrass thrives and spreads. Controlling this persistent grass requires extensive cooperation and early detection efforts. Conservationists work to protect vulnerable habitats…

The Times of India

‘Give respect to Africa and the bush people’: Mulatu Astatke on pioneering Ethio-jazz and honouring his roots

The musician faced resistance when he premiered his sound in the 60s, but audiences have fallen in love with it since. At 82, he’s still finding new directions – and wants more recognition for Africa’s indigenous artists

The Guardian - UK

A quarter of young Africans believe USAID cuts could be positive, survey finds

Losing funds should force leaders to confront their own challenges, they said, while many voiced concerns over increasing foreign influence

The Guardian - UK

India, Africa call for stronger Global South partnership to shape emerging world order in Ethiopia

India and African leaders, policymakers, diplomats, and development experts have called for a stronger and more action-oriented partnership between India and Africa to advance the interests of the Global South and play a greater role in shaping the emerging global order.

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Survey reveals rising optimism among African youth

In tonight's edition: DR Congo's constitutional court approves a referendum law that critics say could open the way for President Felix Tshisekedi to seek a third term in office. Also, as the El Niño weather pattern looms, millions across Africa could face worsening droughts and floods. Plus a new survey…

France 24

Africa’s richest billionaire plans to donate one-third of his $36bn wealth to charity

Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, will donate one-third of his wealth to charity. This significant philanthropic commitment is part of his succession plan. His daughter, Halima Dangote, revealed this plan in a recent interview. The billionaire's fortune is valued at approximately $36.5 billion. This donation aims to embed philanthropy into…

The Times of India

Did violent volcanic eruptions create modern humans? A landmark 2016 study linking the East African Rift Valley to Homo sapiens around 300,000 years ago says they may have

Did violent volcanic eruptions create modern humans? New science says yes. Hundreds of thousands of years ago, massive eruptions shook the East African Rift Valley. They destroyed entire habitats overnight. Yet, those same disasters created vital freshwater lakes and forced early Homo sapiens to adapt or die. Earth’s fiercest volcanic…

The Economic Times

In 1533, a Portuguese ship loaded with gold, silver and other treasures was heading to India. It was found in Namibia nearly 500 years later by a diamond mining company, but without any trace of its crew

A 16th-century Portuguese ship, the Bom Jesus, was found buried beneath Namibian desert sands. This remarkably preserved wreck yielded a valuable cargo of gold, copper, and ivory. Thousands of coins and copper ingots were recovered from the ancient vessel. Elephant tusks from West Africa highlighted extensive trade networks of the…

The Economic Times

Antibiotic resistance is spreading through South Africa’s water systems: study explains how

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is defined as the ability of disease-causing microorganisms to withstand treatments like antibiotics.

The Conversation

Young Africans fear impact of Trump’s aid cuts, survey says

Almost half of respondents believe the president’s closure of the US Agency for International Development will negatively affect their country

The Independent UK

In 2018, an undocumented migrant scaled a Paris apartment building to save a four-year-old boy hanging from a fourth-floor balcony, earning the nickname 'Spider-Man of Paris'

Mamadou Gassama, an African migrant, rescued a child hanging from a Paris balcony. His brave actions led to him being honoured by the French president. Gassama received French citizenship and an internship with firefighters. This incident brought Gassama international recognition and a new life.

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The Independent UK

It may feel like the world is on fire this summer. But that’s not the case everywhere

More than three-quarters of the global emissions from the burning of plant material comes from Africa and Asia

The Economic Times

African proverb of the day: 'If it's a big man that is hurting you...' Life lessons from motivational proverb on survival, caution, tactical patience, emotional control, power dynamics, self-preservation and masking vulnerability

African proverb of the day highlights the importance of caution, patience, and emotional control when dealing with powerful people. The proverb teaches that survival sometimes depends on staying calm instead of reacting with anger. It explains power dynamics, self-preservation, and tactical patience while encouraging people to protect themselves until the…

France 24

Chad to withdraw from International Criminal Court

In tonight's edition: Chad is pulling out of the International Criminal Court, accusing it of bias against Africa. Also, in Madagascar, nearly 200 people have been reported missing this year. Finally, centuries-old medinas in the Comoros have gained UNESCO World Heritage status.

The Economic Times

India's January to June rice exports climb 5% as non-basmati shipments rise, sources say

India's rice exports grew five percent in early 2026, driven by non-basmati shipments. Higher demand from African nations boosted non-basmati rice exports significantly. Basmati rice exports saw a decline due to trade disruptions with Gulf markets. Corn exports surged four hundred percent, and wheat exports also increased substantially. These export…

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Cats Were Domesticated Thousands of Years After Dogs, and the Difference Still Shapes Their Behavior

Two Animals, Two Completely Different BargainsDogs crossed into human company somewhere between 15,000 and 40,000 years ago, the range is wide because the genetic and archaeological evidence keeps pushing the date back. What is clear is why it happened: humans needed something. They needed an animal that could track prey,…

The Economic Times

African proverb of the day: 'An empty sack cannot...' Life lessons from motivational proverb on support, action, basic needs, energy limits, inner strength and self-care

African proverb of the day: The saying "An empty sack cannot stand" teaches that people need food, rest, support, and resources before they can work, learn, or help others. The proverb explains the importance of meeting basic needs first. It has appeared in African traditions, Haitian culture, Italian sayings, and…

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A diamond mining operation uncovered a 500-year-old Portuguese shipwreck filled with gold and ancient secrets

Along Namibia’s remote Atlantic coastline, where endless desert meets one of the world’s most dangerous seas, a forgotten piece of history lay buried beneath the sand for nearly 500 years. What began as a routine diamond mining operation near Oranjemund turned into one of Africa’s most remarkable archaeological discoveries when…

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An 'almost blood moon' is coming on Aug. 27 and it'll be the best lunar eclipse until NYE 2028

The countdown is on! Millions of skywatchers will have front-row seats to a dramatic 96% 'blood moon' lunar eclipse. Here's what you need to know.

The Conversation

Better parenting starts with knowing what works. We tested a project in 8 African countries

Raising adolescents can be difficult under the best of circumstances. On top of that, some families are also dealing with poverty, unemployment, conflict, displacement, illness and climate shocks. In these conditions, caregivers may receive very little support themselves.

The Conversation

Can a newly discovered soil fungus stop the devastating African armyworm when chemicals have failed?

The African armyworm is a highly destructive migratory pest that damages maize, sorghum, millet and sugarcane. These caterpillars also cause indirect damage to livestock as they destroy grazing lands and pastures.

The Conversation

Refugee camps explained: why South Africa has avoided them

South Africa started processing undocumented migrants at a temporary repatriation centre in Musina, a border town with Zimbabwe, in July 2026. This followed weeks of intensified anti-migrant rhetoric and xenophobic violence.

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