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Mandela Day is a global call to action that celebrates the idea that each individual has the power to transform the world and the ability to make an impact. (Photo: File)

Indian-origin South Africans mark Nelson Mandela Day with acts of kindness

In November 2009, the UN declared July 18 as Nelson Mandela Day to honour the legacy of the former South African president and his values.

19 Jul 2019 4:26 PM

Ramses, a transgender man, and Dunia, a transgender woman, were married on Tuesday at Havana's San Francisco de Paula Marriage Palace. (Photo: Representative Image/File)

First transgender couple married in Cuba

The couple had to register their civil union according to the official genders on their identity documents, though.

19 Jul 2019 4:25 PM

The year-old Ebola epidemic in eastern DR Congo, the second deadliest on record, has largely been contained to remote areas, but this week saw a patient diagnosed with the virus in provincial capital Goma, the first case in a major urban hub. (Photo: AFP)

DR Congo Ebola outbreak an emergency of global concern: WHO

The Ebola virus is highly contagious and has an average fatality rate of around 50 percent.

18 Jul 2019 6:38 PM

He gained international acclaim for his activism, receiving more than 250 honours including the Nobel Peace Prize. (Photo: AP | File)

Celebrating Nelson Mandela International Day, his legacy

In 1994 general elections, Mandela became South Africa’s first black president after the African National Congress emerged victorious.

18 Jul 2019 2:22 PM

Zuma resigned as president in February last year after huge outcries over his alleged involvement in corrupt and illegal activities that left a number of government departments bankrupt. (Photo: File)

'It's me who put them into trouble': Jacob Zuma on Gupta family deals

He started his long-awaited testimony before Zondo Commission, which is inquiring into allegations of 'state capture' during his rule.

16 Jul 2019 2:40 PM

Goma is located south of North Kivu and Ituri Provinces, where the second-largest Ebola outbreak on record was first detected a year ago. (Photo: Representative Image/ File)

Congolese city of Goma confirms case of Ebola

The passengers and the bus driver will begin getting vaccinations on Monday.

15 Jul 2019 5:43 PM

The siege lasted for almost 12 hours and only ended on Saturday morning after clashes with security forces. (Photo: AFP)

26 dead, 56 hurt in Somalia hotel siege, Al-Shabaab claims responsibility

'The security forces are in control now and the last terrorist was shot and killed,' Mohamed Abdiweli, a security official, said.

13 Jul 2019 5:17 PM

The gunmen were shouting "Allahu Akbar" while raiding three villages, killing six people. (Photo: File)

Police says gunmen kill six villagers in Nigeria

Gambo Isah said police were combing the bushes for the bodies of the assailants.

08 Jul 2019 5:00 PM

He said the ban should be repealed as soon as 'a normal security situation returns in Tunisia.' (Photo: File)

Rising security concerns, Tunisia bans Niqab for women in government offices

The ban comes at a time of heightened security following a June 27 double suicide bombing in Tunis that left two dead and seven wounded.

06 Jul 2019 12:47 PM

The students were also chanting "blood for blood, we don't want compensation." (Photo: Representative Image)

'Civilian Rule': Hundreds of school students take to streets in 3 Sudanese towns

'No education in this horrible situation,' chanted students in Gadaref, marching on the main street of the town.

05 Jul 2019 3:03 PM

A traumatised young Malian plucked out of the sea off Tunisia after clinging for two days to debris from an inflatable which sank told Thursday of how more than 80 migrants are feared drowned. (Photo: AFP/ Representational Image)

Migrant boat with 86 on board sinks off Tunisia, 4 rescued

The latest tragedy came to light the same week as 44 migrants were killed in air strike on a detention centre in suburb of Libyan capital.

05 Jul 2019 10:47 AM

The ruling generals had previously rejected calls for an independent investigation from protest group The Alliance for Freedom and Change, and had launched their own enquiry. (Photo: AFP)

Sudan generals, protesters reach agreement on new ruling body: Mediators

The latest round of talks came through after intense mediation by Ethiopia and African Union between the two rival groups.

05 Jul 2019 10:03 AM

Bodies were strewn on the floor of a hangar in the Tripoli suburb of Tajoura, mixed with the blood-soaked clothes of migrants, an AFP photographer said. (Photo: AFP)

44 killed in air strike on Libya migrant centre, sparks outrage

UN chief denounced 'horrendous' attack and demanded an independent investigation, as divided Security Council failed to condemn the strike.

04 Jul 2019 1:43 PM

People walk amid burned cars after an oil tanker exploded on a highway in Nigeria. (Photo: AFP)

At least 45 killed, over 100 injured in fuel tanker blast in Nigeria

The blaze began when a bus tried to pass the scene and its exhaust pipe scraped along the ground causing sparks to fly.

03 Jul 2019 12:41 PM

More than 90,000 people have been displaced ever since the fighting broke out, while over 650 people have lost their lives. (Photo: File)

Haftar army threatens to launch more strikes in Libya

Libya has been largely divided into two factions ever since the death of dictator Muammar Gaddafi.

02 Jul 2019 3:24 PM

On Sunday, the feared paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) deployed in pick-up trucks mounted with machineguns in several squares in Khartoum, an AFP correspondent who toured parts of the capital said. (Photo: AFP)

Troops deploy as Sudan braces for mass protest

The new protest, comes at a time when Ethiopia and African Union (AU) are jointly mediating between protesters and generals.

30 Jun 2019 5:01 PM

The chain has been able to embark on its new menu offerings thanks to recent amendments on regulations surrounding private cannabis use in South Africa. (Representational Image)

Stoned-baked pizza, anyone? South African eatery introduces ‘cannabis pizza’

At the end of May, the government decided to legalise consumption of cannabis oil to a daily maximum of 20 mg per person.

30 Jun 2019 10:05 AM

The ships were kept 'Open for Visitors,' amongst whom were Deck Cadets from the Seychelles Maritime Academy. (Photo: ANI)

INS Kochi enters Port Victoria in Seychelles for Operational Turnaround

During the visit, the Commanding Officer met Seychelles Vice President Meriton and Indian ambassador to Seychelles Dalbir Singh.

28 Jun 2019 4:04 PM

The scramble began as guests rushed to the stadium to win free amusements tickets. (Photo: ANI)

15 killed, 75 injured in Madagascar stadium stampede

The stadium was launched in 2019 and is located in the centre of Antananarivo and serves as a venue for various sport and cultural events.

27 Jun 2019 1:08 PM

All of these people were arrested under allegations of links with the Muslim Brotherhood group. (Photo: AP)

Egypt arrests 8, including ex-lawmaker, for plotting riots

They arrested of ex-lawmaker Zyad el-Elaimy, who was part of raid that targeted 19 businesses and economic entities linked to Brotherhood.

25 Jun 2019 5:16 PM

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