Africa

Monday, April 6, 2026, is one of the most significant days for human spaceflight in more than 50 years. At 13:56 EDT …

Easter in the Democratic Republic of the Congo—where congregants celebrate with the Zairean Rite, the only Vatican-approved liturgy shaped by local culture, …

Abolhassan Montazer and Vahid Baniamerian have been hanged after Iran’s Supreme Court upheld their sentences. Published On 4 Apr 20264 Apr 2026 …

A view of a residential area affected during the U.S.-Israeli military operations in the city of Karaj, in Alborz province, several miles …

Who: Manchester City vs LiverpoolWhat: FA Cup quarterfinalWhere: The Etihad Stadium, ManchesterWhen: Saturday, April 4 at 12:45pm (11:45 GMT)How to follow: We’ll have all the build-up on Al …

“We are going to do what we did in Gaza.” That’s how a senior Israeli official described the Israeli ground invasion of …

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved an equity investment of up to USD 15 million in …

In tonight’s edition, South African government ramps up its fight against crime with the deployment of soldiers in Cape Town. Also, DR Congo gets …

new video loaded: Cape Town’s Housing Problem The rise of tourist rentals in Cape Town is driving up housing costs, deepening the …

In tonight’s edition, Doctors Without Borders sounds the alarm over Sudan, warning sexual violence against women and girls is being used as …

The war in Iran has slowed down international shipping, much of which contains medical and humanitarian goods destined for Asia and Africa.

Somalia’s federal government hails Baidoa’s transition, urging peace and unity amid political changes and rising tensions. Somalia’s national army has taken control …

In tonight’s edition, Nigerians are feeling the consequences of the war in the Middle East at the pump, with gas prices soaring. …

Pakistan Super League has been jolted by the ball-tampering accusation against Zaman, which allegedly occurred on Sunday. Published On 30 Mar 202630 …

Performers Percy Mtwa, left, and Mbongeni Ngema in a scene from “Woza Albert” at the Market Theatre in Johannesburg, South Africa, in …

Tensions continue to rise with Iran warning a ‘heavy price’ will be paid after Israeli attacks on nuclear and industrial sites. Published …

In tonight’s edition: South Africa says France rescinded President Cyril Ramaphosa’s invitation to the G7 leaders’ summit in June, alleging Paris bent …

South Africa announced Thursday that it has been excluded from the G7 summit in France this June, sparking tensions with the United …

Kano, Nigeria – On a bustling day in northern Nigeria, Marian Shammah made her way to the Sabon Gari Market, one of …

Ghana and the European Union on March 25 signed their first formal defence partnership. It has also signed a similar agreement with …

Sarah Mullally has been formally installed as archbishop of Canterbury, marking the start of her public ministry as the first woman to lead the …

Sarah Mullally waves as she leaves after the Enthronement Ceremony installing her as archbishop of Canterbury in Canterbury, England on Wednesday, March …

In tonight’s edition: Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery says it’s stepped up exports across Africa as the war in Iran squeezes traditional fuel supply …

TERRY GROSS, HOST: This is FRESH AIR. I’m Terry Gross. President Trump says he plans on taking Cuba. We’re already at war …

Nigeria’s Dangote Petroleum Refinery has stepped up gasoline exports across Africa as disruptions to energy flows due to the Iran conflict squeeze …

Zidane will succeed his former national side teammate Didier Deschamps as France head coach, according to the report. Published On 24 Mar …

As tensions continue in the Middle East, the economic fallout is being felt far beyond the region. In South Africa, officials are …

A farmer sprinkles fertilizer over crops at a rice field on the outskirts of Amritsar on July 23, 2024. Narinder Nanu/AFP/via Getty …

Israel and America’s war on Iran has killed more than 1,500 people in a matter of weeks, and the toll continues to …

In tonight’s program, a joint statement from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, where both nations have agreed to take steps …