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'A wake up call': Municipal misery hangs over upcoming South African elections

Mounds of garbage, potholed roads and sewage spills: grim conditions like these led voters near Johannesburg to abandon their long-time loyalty to the African National Congress and hand the rival Democratic Alliance its first black township ward in South Africa, highlighting frustration over municipal-level failures ahead of November's local elections.

Radio France Internationale

Blaming migrants ignores the real causes of South Africa’s economic crisis

South Africa is in the midst of its most significant anti-immigrant mobilisation in years.

The Conversation

FIFA World Cup 2026: Nine of ten African teams qualify for Round of 32

Africa has rewritten FIFA World Cup history after an unprecedented nine of its 10 teams from the continent secured places in the Round of 32 in the 2026 tournament, smashing the previous record of just two African teams reaching the knockout stage in a single edition.

The Economic Times

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Hugo Broos rises above South Africa’s problems to break new World Cup ground

The blunder that threatened qualification and the poor start against Mexico are in the past as the date with Canada looms

The Guardian - UK

Flying from UAE to India? Here's why you need to fill Air Suvidha 2.0 health form before boarding

As India steps up surveillance amid the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Africa, all international passengers, including those travelling from the UAE, must now complete a mandatory online health self-declaration before arriving in the country.

The Times of India

African proverb of the day: 'He who eats another man's food will have his food eaten by others' teaches us about life's balance, ultimate karma

Though oftentimes we tend to believe that life is unfair and there is no natural justice, old sayings like this restore our faith in the ultimate karma, which is how life balances itself. This African proverb is believed to have its origin in the Swahili language and it basically says…

The Times of India

These birds fly 13,000 kilometers, yet somehow meet again in the same place

A European research team has uncovered how pied flycatchers, small migratory birds weighing just 12 grams, travel between Europe and Africa each year over distances ranging from 3,000 to 13,000 kilometers. Using tracking devices and cross-country experiments, scientists found that birds from different regions consistently converge in specific African wintering…

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By the numbers: What to know about Europe's record-breaking heat wave

Western Europe is grappling with an unprecedented June heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in many areas. Spain has recorded an estimated 327 heat-related deaths, while France saw its hottest day on record with an average of 30°C. England experienced its hottest June day, and the Netherlands issued its first-ever extreme…

The Economic Times

What is behind South Africa's anti-immigrant protests?

South Africa faces escalating anti-immigrant sentiment, with protesters demanding undocumented foreigners leave. Despite claims of being overrun and contributing to crime and job losses, data suggests otherwise. Migrants constitute a small percentage of the population, and evidence indicates they are law-abiding and contribute to the economy. Underlying issues of poor…

The Economic Times

Saudi Arabia imposes travel ban on 3 African countries, halts visas over Ebola concerns

Saudi Arabia has barred its citizens from travelling to three African countries, including the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda and South Sudan, and has suspended the issuance of all visas for travellers arriving from these nations as part of new measures to prevent the spread of Ebola.

The Times of India

Côte d’Ivoire: Discover West Africa’s beach and culture hotspot

Regarded as West Africa’s answer to the Caribbean, Côte d’Ivoire has an extraordinary coast, UNESCO-listed culture and direct flights from Europe.

Euronews

Tracing one delicious snack around the Mediterranean showed me that modern borders are absurd

Migration and cultural exchange have always been the norm between coastal European and African nations. We should celebrate this shared history, says Federico De Blasi, an Italian food writer based in Barcelona

The Guardian - UK

IMF says it will take time for energy, commodity prices to normalize after US-Iran deal

The IMF notes a decline in energy and commodity prices following a ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz, though full normalization will take time. While inflationary expectations remain anchored, the Fund is particularly concerned about developing nations, especially in Africa, that are net energy importers. India's domestic demand is robust,…

The Economic Times

Morocco’s hidden history: archaeology, DNA and carbon dating rewrite the story of the ancient world

For decades, stories about the ancient Mediterranean have centred on the grand cultures of Greece, Rome, Phoenicia and Egypt. North-west Africa seldom enters the picture before the arrival of Phoenician traders on the Moroccan coast about 3,000 years ago.

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France 24

Ebola outbreak 'serious' but not 'out of control', head of Africa CDC says

In an interview with FRANCE 24, Dr Jean Kaseya, head of the Africa CDC, said the Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo is "serious" but not "out of control". He warned that "no one is safe" if it is not stopped at the source and argued that the West would…

Euronews

Can the IMF help Africa break the debt cycle? {Business Africa}

Can the International Monetary Fund finally help Africa break out of its multi-generational loop of rescue and repayment and here is how Nigerian businesses are using stablecoins to bypass traditional banks to fight inflation.

Radio France Internationale

South African anti-migrant groups defend planned ‘Liberation March’

A coalition of South African organisations campaigning against undocumented migrants has defended its plans for nationwide demonstrations on 30 June, insisting the marches will be peaceful despite rising tensions and recent deadly unrest.

France 24

Europe swelters as heatwave affects more than 100 million people from Spain to Germany

At least 101 million Europeans experienced temperatures above 35C on Thursday, as Spanish and French authorities began to tally the deaths linked to the heatwave.

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The Economic Times

Waka Waka! Indian consumer giants seek to roar louder in Africa

Indian consumer firms are significantly boosting investments in Africa, shifting from market entry to large-scale operations. Driven by a young population and underpenetrated markets, beverages, hair care, and personal care sectors are showing robust growth. Companies, such as GCPL, VBL, Dabur India and Marico are prioritizing local manufacturing and distribution,…

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India mandates Air Suvidha self-declaration for passengers arriving from Ebola-affected countries

India has reactivated the Air Suvidha portal for travelers from Ebola-affected regions, streamlining health checks with an online declaration system. This move follows the World Health Organization's declaration of Ebola as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Furthermore, India pledged USD 10 million for Ebola preparedness and response efforts…

The Independent UK

South African civil groups warn of dire impact as US phases out HIV program funding

Civil society organizations in South Africa says that adolescent girls and women are among the first to feel the impact of U.S. foreign aid cuts

The Economic Times

S&P upgrades Bharti Airtel to 'BBB+' on strong India, Africa growth and debt reduction prospects

Bharti Airtel's credit rating has been boosted to 'BBB+' by S&P Global Ratings, reflecting robust earnings growth anticipated in India and Africa. The agency foresees expanding profits driven by escalating data consumption and market improvements. Expectations are for a 3-4% subscriber increase and 5-7% ARPU growth in India, while Airtel's…

The Times of India

Another top US army officer abruptly steps down under war secy Hegseth's watch

General Christopher Donahue, the last American soldier to exit Afghanistan in 2021, is stepping down as commander of US Army Europe and Africa after just 18 months. His departure aligns with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's initiative to reduce senior military leadership. The Army is reportedly considering downgrading the command, a…

The Guardian - UK

‘Bold, truth-telling’: learning from the rich histories of pan-African journalism

Diaspora reporting has long connected struggles across borders. Our new editor asks: what can The Long Wave take from this?

LiveScience

'A weird result from an already weird hominin': Archaeologists discover all Homo naledi skeletons found in South African cave are female

A cutting-edge analysis of the teeth from Homo naledi skeletons in a South African cave system found no males within the group. Experts are unsure what to make of the finding.

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