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Rafiki unbanned on appeal: why it’s an important moment for African film

The film Rafiki is a charming love story that plays out in urban Kenya. It follows two teenage girls whose close friendship slowly turns into first love. Directed by rising filmmaker Wanuri Kahiu, it was celebrated as groundbreaking by critics and at festivals when it was released in 2018. But…

The Conversation

African migration: focusing on Europe misses the point – most people move within the continent

Images of rubber dinghies overcrowded with refugees heading for Europe and narratives about mistreatment and exploitation of migrants on unsafe migration routes have come to dominate how African migration is perceived in European public and policy debates.

The Conversation

Africa, rating agencies and the cost of debt

How much we pay for the debt that we incur determines a great deal in our lives. This is true of countries too. In the world of sovereign debt – money raised or borrowed by governments – the cost of debt is dependent on, among other factors, how rating agencies…

The Conversation

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11 dead in South Africa minibus and truck collision days after similar crash killed 14 children

A crash involving a minibus taxi and a truck has killed at least 11 people in South Africa

The Independent UK

Deadly floods in southern Africa worsened by climate change, study shows

The region experienced a year's worth of rain in a period of 10 days.

Euronews

Senegal and Morocco fined and players banned after African Cup final walk-off and chaos

Senegal coach Pape Thiaw has been banned for five games and fined $100,000 and Senegalese and Moroccan players also received suspensions following a walk-off during a chaotic African Cup of Nations final

The Independent UK

Climate change worsened rains and floods which killed dozens in southern Africa, study shows

Researchers say human-induced climate change worsened recent torrential rains and floods in southern Africa

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YouTuber IShowSpeed set to receive Ghanaian passport after Africa tour

Global YouTube sensation IShowSpeed is set to receive a Ghanaian passport following his popular "Speed Does Africa" tour. Ghana's foreign minister lauded the influencer for positively showcasing the nation and continent. The 21-year-old's unfiltered streams have garnered millions of viewers, promoting a more relatable image of Africa, though the passport…

The Times of India

South Africa’s floods turned deadly because Limpopo wasn’t prepared – how to prevent a repeat

Limpopo, in northern South Africa, home to 6.6 million people, several large mines and the Kruger National Park (one of Africa’s largest game reserves), experienced unusually severe floods in mid-January 2026. Rural villages remained cut off from the world following the week-long heavy rains. The Kruger National Park was evacuated…

The Conversation

YouTuber iShowSpeed completes Africa tour, calls trip a life-changing experience

YouTuber iShowSpeed described his 28-day, 20-country African tour as life-changing. He aimed to showcase the continent's rich cultures, traditions, and history, countering negative stereotypes. Broadcasting live, he shared experiences from visiting historical sites to learning dances and meeting locals. The journey also revealed his West African ancestry, making it a…

The Times of India

Afcon drama: what went wrong and what went right at the continent’s biggest football cup in Morocco

The 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations, hosted by Morocco, produced thrills and several story lines, some good and others not so good. It ended in a victory for Senegal – their second Afcon championship. While the 1-0 victory over Morocco was deserved, the championship game ended on…

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South Africa’s new immigration policy takes a digital direction – will it succeed?

South Africa has a new draft white paper on immigration, citizenship and refugees. This, the fourth in three decades, represents a step change from the previous efforts. It is a genuine attempt to develop an efficient but humane set of policies.

The Conversation

Minister refuses to say if UK HIV funding will be fully protected from aid cuts

Jennifer Chapman, the minister of state for international development and Africa, says the UK will still work with organisations that have ‘proved themselves effective’

The Independent UK

South Africa confirms temporary withdrawal from the G20, as US takes the helm

South Africa has decided to "temporarily withdraw" from the G20, after a request by the United States. Washington takes on the rotating presidency for the year 2026, following on from South Africa in 2025. This comes after more than a year of bilateral tensions which Pretoria hopes to ease by…

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The Independent UK

IShowSpeed says incredible Africa trip ‘opened my eyes’ as streamer ends viral tour of continent

‘I’ve done so many incredible things in my life but this trip is different,’ said the American streamer as he concluded his tour of the continent

International Business Times

Why Global Founders Still Incorporate in the United States

Despite the proliferation of startup-friendly jurisdictions worldwide, the United States remains the incorporation destination of choice for founders far beyond its borders. From Europe and Latin America to Asia and Africa, entrepreneurs continue to form U.S. entities even when their teams, customers, and operations remain entirely overseas.

The Times of India

WATCH: iShowSpeed pulls off dangerous backflip at Ghana’s Black Star Square during live stream

American streamer iShowSpeed thrilled fans by performing a daring backflip next to Ghana's Black Star monument on January 26, 2026. The stunt occurred during his Africa tour's final show at Black Star Square, showcasing his adventurous streaming style. While fans celebrated his bravery, the risky move near the historical landmark…

The Guardian - UK

Clive Myrie’s African Adventure review – a wonderful show packed full of fun, joy and hope

Myrie is great company, getting stuck into everything from street art to milking goats and having tea with Nelson Mandela’s granddaughter – but he is incredibly moving, too. More soon please!

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Morocco and Senegal pledge to stay friends and boost trade after Africa Cup soccer tensions

Morocco and Senegal are pledging to stay friends after their national soccer teams clashed in a chaotic final to the Africa Cup

The Guardian - UK

‘I didn’t know how to shoot’: how African men have been tricked into fighting for Russia

Exclusive: Lured by false job adverts, they are unknowingly enlisted on arrival and put in mortal danger

The Guardian - UK

Crocodile warnings as floods devastate southern Africa

More than 100 people killed and hundreds of thousands displaced in South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe

The Conversation

Malaria researchers are getting closer to outsmarting the world’s deadliest parasite

Every year, malaria kills more than 600,000 people worldwide. Most of them are children under 5 in sub-Saharan Africa. But the disease isn’t confined to poor, rural areas – it’s a global threat that travels with people across borders.

The Times of India

“Motivate people to help”: IShowSpeed turns Benin stop into viral moment as Africa tour captures attention

IShowSpeed energized crowds in Benin as his Africa tour continued to draw massive public attention. The American YouTuber celebrated cultural exchanges, local food, and fan interactions while marking major milestones in his career. His visit highlighted the growing influence of digital creators and how online fame now translates into real-world…

Radio France Internationale

US to increase cooperation with Nigeria to pursue Islamic State militants

The United States military is expanding military cooperation with Nigeria as part of broader efforts to counter Islamic State-linked militants in Africa. US Africa Command says the Pentagon is also maintaining lines of communication with militaries in the West African countries of Burkina Faso, Niger and Mali.

The Independent UK

10 years, 3,000 creatives: The uphill battle for Black talent in Italian fashion

Michelle Francine Ngonmo, a Cameroonian-Italian, has dedicated her career to promoting Africans and people of color in Italian fashion

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