A scathing inquiry into a Johannesburg fire that killed 77 people blames local authorities for neglecting a building that became a death trap. The blaze exposed a pattern of neglect and social inequalities in the city.Â
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Kenya is grappling with a dire humanitarian crisis as torrential rains continue to trigger devastating floods across the country, displacing thousands of people and causing widespread destruction. Human Rights Watch…
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Zimplats allocates $789 million to major projects, upgrading mines and expanding operations for enhanced production capacity.
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Fuel shortages in Nigeria drive gasoline prices to record highs, exacerbating the economic strain as costs for transportation and basic goods soar.
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Turkey has significantly escalated tensions with Israel by joining South Africa’s genocide case against them at the International Court of Justice. This move strengthens Turkey’s support for the Palestinian cause and adds another layer of complexity to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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Libya’s eastern parliament approves a massive $18.5 billion budget for 2024, excluding development projects, amidst ongoing political and economic challenges.
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Devastating floods and a landslide wreak havoc in central Kenya, leaving over 45 dead and displacing thousands. The disaster is part of a wider trend of deadly floods plaguing East Africa, raising concerns about climate change and the urgent need for international support.
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Burkina Faso has suspended the broadcasts of BBC and VOA radio stations in response to what authorities perceive as biased coverage of recent killings in the country. The decision comes…
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Amidst mounting security concerns, a contingent of US troops stationed in Chad is set to depart temporarily, according to official sources. The move comes as tensions escalate in the region,…
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RBZ Deputy Governor projects significant interest rate reductions, with rates potentially falling to between 11% and 20%, bolstered by the new Zimbabwe Gold currency.