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When does a family meal become a luxury in Nigeria?
‘5,000 naira used to make a pot of soup, now 10,000 naira isn’t enough.’
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At least five killed in Sudan’s South Kordofan in attack by rebel group
Sudan Doctors Network says SPLM-N forces shelled residential areas in the town of Dilling.
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UN approves new map showing Africa’s true size
The UN General Assembly has backed a resolution to change to maps that more accurately show the true size of Africa.
Published On 5 Sep 2026
After Pretoria peace deal, old enemies in Ethiopia’s Tigray find new ground
The 2022 peace deal ended the war but left key disputes unresolved, giving the TPLF room to regroup as tensions return.
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Tunisia arrests journalist Mohamed Yousfi amid crackdown on critics
Tunisia faces criticism as prosecutions of journalists continue under President Kais Saied’s rule.
UN votes to adopt new world map that reflects Africa’s true size
The widely-used Mercator map is often criticised for visually exaggerating and centralising Western nations.
Ghana tightens gold exports in push to keep more value at home
The move is part of a broader effort to develop Ghana’s gold industry beyond raw exports.
Tunisia’s top court upholds conviction of opposition figures, activists
Critics claim Tunisia’s judiciary acts under political pressure, as opposition leaders face lengthy prison terms.
DR Congo joins countries pledging embassy move to Jerusalem
DR Congo has renewed its pledge to move its embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
Foreign fighters and external support fuel Sudan’s war: UN-backed probe
Investigation says support for warring parties strengthens military capabilities, intensifies humanitarian crisis.
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20 million children a year face online sexual abuse, UNICEF says
More than one in five children aged 12 to 17 were targeted on digital platforms, the UN children’s agency reports.
