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Russian tensions expose faultlines in South Africa’s unity government

Cyril Ramaphosa angered the ANC’s largest coalition partner by calling Vladimir Putin a ‘valued friend’

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Hundreds march to mark 35 years of Pride Johannesburg in South Africa

Hundreds of people marched in South Africa to mark 35 years of Pride Johannesburg, an annual event that has been critical in advocating equal rights for the LGBTQ+ community

World - ABC News - 5 days ago

A colorful kite festival in South Africa raises awareness for mental health

Enthusiasts have flown kites of all kinds at an annual festival in South Africa that raises awareness for mental health

World - ABC News - 5 days ago

Shifting alliances in the Horn of Africa: An Egypt-Eritrea-Somalia axis

Egypt, Eritrea and Somalia have formed a trilateral summit to boost cooperation and maintain territorial integrity, with the big elephant in the room being Ethiopia, as tensions over its activities ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Lassa fever suspected in death of Iowa resident who traveled to West Africa

Health officials are investigating the death of an Iowa resident as a suspected case of Lassa fever, a frightening viral disease rarely seen in America

Health - ABC News - 3 days ago

Does Africa need its own credit rating agency?

A pan-continental body is not a cure-all for its debt problems

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Spats over Russia and Ukraine show cracks in South Africa's unity government

South Africa’s unity government has been rocked by a spat between its main political parties, the African National Congress and the Democratic Alliance, over a deal to grant visa-free access for ...

World - ABC News - 3 days ago

England 2-1 South Africa: women’s international friendly – as it happened

England were sloppy against a pacy South Africa side but managed to hang on for the win. 3 min: Kelly tees up Park for a shot down the inside-right channel. The ball’s blocked, then clumsily put ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Lionesses stumble past South Africa and raise ‘more questions’ for Wiegman

England 2-1 South Africa Hosts score two early goals but fail to impress There were more questions to be asked than answers provided in England’s 2-1 victory against South Africa but, to a ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

South Africa cuts growth target as economic reality bites

Lower GDP projection comes despite coalition’s charm offensive to win over foreign investors

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

Fortescue's Africa Iron Ore Ambitions Challenged by Gnarly Terrain

The Australian iron-ore giant is considering a big new mine in Gabon but first has to work out how it can transport the steel ingredient for export.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday

From the archives: Nelson Mandela on efforts to end apartheid in South Africa

In April of 1991, violence plagued South Africa as politicians debated how to end apartheid. Nelson Mandela joined Face the Nation to discuss the problems facing the country and his opinions of ...

Prince of Wales' environmental roadshow to arrive in Africa next week

Prince William’s roadshow for environmental innovation will arrive in South Africa next week as the heir to the British throne announces the winners of his annual Earthshot Prize, aimed at finding ...

World - ABC News - 15 hours ago

India recalls ambassador from Canada in growing dispute over allegation of involvement in assassination of Sikh activist

World - ABC News - October 14

Man arrested near Trump rally denies he was trying to assassinate the former president

Vem Miller, the man arrested near Donald Trump’s rally on Saturday in Coachella, California denied that he was trying to assassinate former president Donald Trump.

Canada-India dispute over assassination allegations could impact Modi's global ambitions

A diplomatic row that has strained bilateral relations between India and Canada for over a year has boiled over as the countries expelled each other’s top diplomats over the killing of a Sikh ...

World - ABC News - October 15

Independent review finds systemic Secret Service failures enabled first Trump assassination attempt

The bipartisan panel of former law enforcement officials warned that “another Butler can and will happen again” and urged the agency to enact “fundamental reform.“

Bipartisan House review finds systemic Secret Service failure enabled first Trump assassination attempt

The bipartisan House panel warned that “another Butler can and will happen again” and urged the agency to enact “fundamental reform.“

Politics - NBC News - October 17

Report on first Trump assassination attempt finds Secret Service requires fundamental reform

An independent review board has released its report on the first assassination attempt against Donald Trump, finding that the U.S. Secret Service has systemic issues "that must be addressed with ...

Panel finds Secret Service has "deep flaws" in Trump assassination attempt probe

An independent panel investigating the July assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump found that the Secret Service has "deep flaws" and needs "fundamental reform." CBS News ...

Ex-Indian intelligence officer charged for directing plot to assassinate US citizen in NYC

The Justice Department said a former Indian intelligence officer plotted to murder a Sikh separatist leader in New York City last summer.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 18

Security failures before first Trump assassination attempt detailed by House task force

The Secret Service did not properly plan and coordinate with local law enforcement ahead of former President Donald Trump's July 13 campaign rally, where he was shot at in an assassination attempt, ...

'Gunshots at the Trump rally': First audio of 911 calls from Trump assassination attempt

The first call came in at 6:12 p.m. “Gunshots at the Trump rally,” a woman’s voice exclaims.

Trump appointed judge Aileen Cannon refuses to recuse from attempted assassination case

Judge Aileen Cannon rejected arguments by lawyers for Ryan Routh that she step off the case because she could be seen as partial toward Donald Trump.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

Ubisoft Posts Slump in Net Bookings After Assassin's Creed, Star Wars Snags

The French videogame maker reported €352.3 million in net bookings for the three months to the end of September, down 36.5% on year and at the lower end of company guidance.