After three years of waiting, South Sudan’s tallest man finally meets Kiir

Photos: Sierra Leone President Maada Bio visits Ghana to commiserate with flood victims

President of Sierra Leone and Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Julius Maada Bio, is in Ghana on a one-day state visit to commiserate with President John Mahama and the people of Ghana following Monday’s devastating floods.

ECOWAS Chairman consoles Ghana over deadly floods

CHAIRMAN of the ECOWAS Authority and President of Sierra Leone, Julius Maada Bio, on Friday paid a visit to Ghana to commiserate with President John Dramani Mahama in the aftermath of the June 29 flood. The flood, a result of a 140mm of rains, left at least 13 people dead. Seven other regions were also The post ECOWAS Chairman consoles Ghana over deadly floods appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

THE JUNGLE AND THE HIGH LIFE: How the Ruparelia Empire is Weaving Conservation into the Fabric of Ugandan Tourism

NGAMBA ISLAND—The journey to one of East Africa’s most vital primate sanctuaries begins at the Marina dock of the prestigious Speke Resort Munyonyo. From there, a high-speed boat cuts through the waters of Lake Victoria, embarking on a 38-kilometer cruise toward Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary. Roughly twenty minutes into the boat ride, travelers pass a [] The post THE JUNGLE AND THE HIGH LIFE: How the Ruparelia Empire is Weaving Conservation into the Fabric of Ugandan Tourism appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.

From Individual Prodigies to an Ecosystem: Can Africa Build a New Path in World Chess?

The World Schools Team Chess Championship will be held near Cape Town from July 6 to 11, 2026. African chess has no shortage of powerful individual stories. Egypt’s Bassem Amin became the first African super-grandmaster to cross the 2700 mark on the FIDE rating list. Zambia’s Amon Simutowe became the first grandmaster from sub-Saharan Africa. [] The post From Individual Prodigies to an Ecosystem: Can Africa Build a New Path in World Chess? appeared first on Vanguard News.

U.N. rights chief warns of looming atrocities in Sudan’s El Obeid

U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk on Friday urged world leaders and the The post U.N. rights chief warns of looming atrocities in Sudan’s El Obeid appeared first on Radio Tamazuj.

The World Must Wake Up to the Horror in Sudan

Five months after the United Nations reported acts of genocide in Sudan, another human rights catastrophe may be imminent. The Rapid Support Forces, a rebel group that controls parts of the country and has a history of committing atrocities, has gathered outside El Obeid, a strategically important city, and nearly encircled it. About 600,000 people []

Why Does 'Lumumba Vea,' DR Congo's 'Statue Man,' Stand The Whole Match?

Meet DR Congo's Statue Man, who appears to have made his way to the 2026 World Cup.

DR Congo's statue superfan will NOT attend World Cup clash against England and is stranded in Mexico after being denied US visa - with Gen Z version set to replace him

DR Congo's statue superfan will NOT attend World Cup clash against England and is stranded in Mexico after being denied US visa - with Gen Z version set to replace him

HRW: Stronger int’l pressure needed to prevent atrocities in Sudan — no impunity for defecting militia commanders

International advocacy group Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urged stronger international action to prevent further... The post HRW: Stronger int’l pressure needed to prevent atrocities in Sudan — no impunity for defecting militia commanders appeared first on Dabanga Radio TV Online.

UNHCR Chief Visits Sudanese Refugees In Ethiopia

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Barham Salih, has visited the Ura Refugee Settlement in Ethiopia’s Benishangul-Gumuz Region. Established in 2024 to accommodate people fleeing the civil war in neighbouring Sudan, the settlement has emerged as an important model for refugee inclusion and integration. During the visit, Salih assessed living conditions at the [] The post UNHCR Chief Visits Sudanese Refugees In Ethiopia appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

Police Arrest 50-Year-Old Man for Rape of 64-Year-Old Woman

THOYANDOU — Members of the Thohoyandou Police have arrested a 50-year-old man for the rape of a 64-year-old woman in Malavuwe village. The incident allegedly occurred at approximately 00:00 on Friday, 19 June 2026. According to police, the victim was walking along a street near the Sydney Simbai kraal when the suspect approached her from []

Sudan: civil society calls on UN rights council to urgently address the situation in El Obeid

On 26 June 2026, FIDH together with a group of Sudanese and International organisations asked the United Nations Human Rights Council to urgently address the situation in and around El Obeid,North Kordofan, in Sudan and to take bold steps towards atrocity prevention and accountability. Given signs of an imminent attack on the city by the Rapid Support Forces, urgent action is required to prevent atrocities to be committed. To Permanent Representatives of Member and Observer States of the () - Sudan

Shakhboot bin Nahyan meets President of Republic of Ghana

Shakhboot bin Nahyan meets President of Republic of Ghana

What we know about British Airways pilot jailed for driving hundreds of miles to rape girl, 12

Kwame Yeboah, a 30-year-old pilot, has been jailed after traveling hundreds of miles to rape a 12-year-old girl he had groomed online. He first contacted the child in late 2025, believing she was 17. In February, he made the journey from his home in Reading to Wirral, Merseyside. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said that...

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Calls for Stronger Namibia–Tanzania Economic Cooperation

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. 20 June 2026 Keynote Address by Her Excellency Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, at the Tanzania–Namibia Business Forum. The post President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Calls for Stronger Namibia–Tanzania Economic Cooperation appeared first on The Namibian.

UK police hunt Ghanaian man Emmanuel Sakyi sentenced to 15 years for killing baby daughter

A Ghanaian man identified as Emmanuel Sakyi, based in the United Kingdom, has been declared wanted by police over a horrifying incident that occurred in 2022.

UNMISS chief urges South Sudan leaders to put citizens first as nation marks 15th independence anniversary

The Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), Anita Kiki Gbeho, has called on South Sudan’s leaders to use the country’s 15th Independence Anniversary as an opportunity to honor the resilience of its people and renew their commitment to building a peaceful and prosperous nation. [] The post UNMISS chief urges South Sudan leaders to put citizens first as nation marks 15th independence anniversary appeared first on Eye Radio.

Abdullah Ibrahim: A Remembrance

Abdullah Ibrahim (born Adolph Johannes Brand; 9 October 1934 – 15 June 2026), was perhaps South Africa’s greatest pianist and composer, and while his loss is being deeply felt around the world this week, his legacy will outlast us all. I had the honor of interviewing Ibrahim just once. It was New York City in []

Grooming gang leader released from prison

Shabir Ahmed, known as 'Daddy' by his victims, was jailed for a total of 22 years in August 2012.

Kenyan, Somali Presidents Discuss Bilateral Relationship

Nairobi, June 21 (QNA) - Kenyan President William Ruto met on Sunday with his Somali counterpart, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, during his visit to Kenya.

FIFA World Cup 2026: DR Congo "statue fan" Michel Nkuka spotted at Colombia clash

Zapopan [Mexico] June 24 (ANI): DR Congo fan Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, popularly known as the team's 'statue fan', was spotted during his side's 1-0 defeat to Colombia in their Group K clash of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Mexico on Tuesday (local time).According to ESPN FC'S X handle, his stance is inspired by the memorial statue of DR Congo's first Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba in the capital Kinshasa, a gesture

Zambia's election will test incumbent Hichilema's economic record

Zambia is preparing for its August election, with President Hakainde Hichilema seeking a second term against opposition leader Brian Mundubile. The vote is expected to hinge on Hichilema's economic record. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #zambia #election Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4f99ip1 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Egypt, DR Congo probe stronger military, security ties

Lieutenant General Ashraf Salem Zaher, Egypt’s Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and Minister of Defence and Military Production, met on Saturday with Guy Kabombo Muadiamvita, the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s (DRC) Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence and Veterans Affairs, during his official visit to Egypt. The Congolese minister was received with [] The post Egypt, DR Congo probe stronger military, security ties appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Defense Minister meets Libyan National Army Deputy Commander-in-Chief, Chief of General Staff

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and Minister of Defense and Military Production Ashraf Salem Zaher met on Sunday, June 28,2026, with Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan National Army (LNA) Saddam Haftar and Chief of the General Staff of the LNA Khaled Haftar, during their official visit to Egypt to attend the graduation ceremony of new The post Defense Minister meets Libyan National Army Deputy Commander-in-Chief, Chief of General Staff appeared first on Egypt Independent.

'El Obeid crisis could be worse than El Fasher,’ warns ex-UN official | AJ #shorts

Dr. Mukesh Kapila, former UN Humanitarian Coordinator for Sudan, warns the current crisis in El Obeid, Sudan could be even worse than what unfolded in El Fasher in 2024-2025. However, he says sustained international attention and Al Jazeera's continued coverage could help deter the RSF. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

Man Who Has Lived in UK 26 Years Faces Deportation to Jamaica

A Jamaican man who has lived in the UK for 26 years is being detained in a cell facing deportation, in one of the first such cases since new anti-immigration measures were announced last week. Mark Nelson, 46, came to the UK in 2000. In 2017 he received a four-year prison sentence for growing cannabis, []

‘They have Messi, but we have Salah’: Egypt prepare to take on Argentina

Last 16 tie will be the first international meeting between two modern legends who may yet go on making historyAs Mohamed Salah savoured the feeling of Egypt’s historic victory over Australia, the narrative had already moved on. The former Liverpool forward could not contain his delight after his scuffed penalty helped to seal a redemptive shootout triumph in Dallas for the Pharaohs on Friday.“I decided last minute. I am more experienced than others and I wanted to give them confidence,” said Salah, who had missed in Egypt’s last two shootouts, including the World Cup qualifying playoff against Senegal four years ago. Continue reading...

Saudi Arabia, South Sudan discuss bilateral ties and regional issues

JUBA — Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Al-Khureiji met with South Sudanese Presidential Advisor for National Security Tut Gatluak to discuss bilateral relations and the most prominent regional and international issues of mutual interest. During the meeting, the two officials reviewed ways to strengthen ties between Saudi Arabia and South Sudan and exchanged views on the latest regional and international developments of common concern. The meeting was attended by Saqr Al-Qurashi, Director General of the General Directorate for African Countries.

Sami Yusuf Net Worth 2026: Biography, Career & How He Built His Fortune

Sami Yusuf is a British-Azerbaijani singer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist with an estimated net worth of 10–15 million — built across two decades through 45 million+ album sales, global arena tours, and a humanitarian profile that includes a UN World Food Programme ambassadorship. The post Sami Yusuf Net Worth 2026: Biography, Career How He Built His Fortune appeared first on Turkish Weekly.

Ghana postpones South African president's visit amid xenophobia tensions

Ghana has postponed a planned visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa following a wave of anti-foreigner protests in South Africa that has prompted the repatriation of hundreds of Ghanaian nationals and heightened diplomatic tensions between the two countries. Ramaphosa had been scheduled to visit Ghana during the first week of August in what was ...

Government exploring ‘every route’ to deport grooming gang ringleader – minister

Shabir Ahmed, 73, known to his victims as Daddy, has served 14 years in jail.

UN warns of atrocities in Sudan as RSF advances on city

The United Nations is fearful of another bloodbath in war-torn Sudan as a paramilitary group closes in on the city of El-Obeid in Kordofan state.

LIVE ZAFFICO Bell Ringing Ceremony | Rights Issue

WATCH LIVE Mwebantu, We are coming to you live from the InterContinental Hotel in Lusaka as ZAFFICO marks a significant milestone with its Bell Ringing Ceremony in celebration of its Rights Issue. The event brings together leaders from ZAFFICO, the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC), the Lusaka Securities Exchange (LuSE), and other key stakeholders to commemorate [] The post LIVE ZAFFICO Bell Ringing Ceremony | Rights Issue first appeared on Mwebantu.

Lelaki Bangladesh menangis ketika ditahan penguat kuasa Imigresen

GEORGE TOWN : Seorang lelaki Bangladesh menangis sebagai cubaan untuk meraih simpati ketika ditahan oleh sepasukan anggota penguat kuasa Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia (JIM) Pulau Pinang dalam satu operasi yang diadakan di Jalan Datuk Keramat di sini, hari ini. Difahamkan, lelaki itu merupakan antara 21 warga asing yang ditahan selepas dipercayai terlibat dengan pelbagai kesalahan berkaitan ... Read more The post Lelaki Bangladesh menangis ketika ditahan penguat kuasa Imigresen appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.