Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1402, Nanjing surrenders to Zhu Di without a fight, ending the Jingnan campaign. The Jianwen Emperor disappears and his family is incarcerated. In 1849, The Charleston Workhouse Slave Rebellion began in Charleston, South Carolina, United States. In 1893, They Even Fear His Horses, American tribal chief (born 1836) passed away. In 1922, Martin Dies Sr., American journalist and politician (born 1870) passed away. In 1936, Kojo Tovalou Houénou, Beninese lawyer and politician (born 1887) passed away. In 1939, Lambert Jackson Woodburne, South African admiral (died 2013) was born. In 1977, Somalia declares war on Ethiopia, starting the Ogaden War. In 1985, Abdallah El Said, Egyptian footballer was born. In 2015, Martin Litchfield West, English scholar, author, and academic (born 1927) passed away. In 2020, Zindzi Mandela, South African politician, diplomat, and third daughter of Nelson Mandela (born 1960) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Ghana slavery apology: Why many descendants say words are not enough

Al Jazeera

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July 12, 2026

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Descendants of enslaved Africans say symbolic apologies cannot repair generations of loss and injustice.

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Guineematin.com

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· Jul 2, 2026

Côte d’Ivoire : six Guinéens, dont une femme enceinte, meurent dans un éboulement à Abidjan

La communauté guinéenne en Côte d’Ivoire est frappée par un drame. Six ressortissants guinéens ont perdu la vie à la suite d’un éboulement survenu le lundi 29 juin 2026 dans la commune d’Attécoubé, à Abidjan. L’information a été annoncée par l’ambassade de Guinée en Côte d’Ivoire. Selon la représentation diplomatique guinéenne, cinq des victimes appartenaient [] The post Côte d’Ivoire : six Guinéens, dont une femme enceinte, meurent dans un éboulement à Abidjan first appeared on Guineematin.com.

Guinee news

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· Jul 2, 2026

Drame en Côte d’Ivoire : une famille guinéenne décimée dans un éboulement à Abidjan

La communauté guinéenne vivant en Côte d’Ivoire est de nouveau endeuillée. Six ressortissants guinéens, dont cinq membres d’une même famille, ont perdu la vie à la suite d’un éboulement survenu le lundi 29 juin 2026 dans la commune d’Attécoubé, à Abidjan. L’information a été rendue publique par l’ambassade de Guinée en Côte d’Ivoire. Selon la []

Assahifa

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· Jun 21, 2026

African, Caribbean Nations Renew Calls for Slavery Reparations at Ghana Summit

African and Caribbean countries have renewed demands for formal apologies and reparations from nations that benefited from the transatlantic slave trade, concluding a three-day conference in Ghana aimed at advancing the global campaign for reparatory justice. The gathering, dubbed the “Next Steps” conference and held in the Ghanaian capital of Accra, brought together political leaders, ...

News Americas Now

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· Jun 26, 2026

As Africa And The Caribbean Demand Reparations, A New Book Shows The British Crown Was The Architect – Not Just A Bystander

By NAN Staff Reporter | NewsAmericasNow.com News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. June 26, 2026: On Juneteenth – June 19, 2026 – young Ghanaian students marched through the “Door of No Return” at Christiansborg Castle in Accra in an emotional reenactment of the transatlantic slave trade, staged before African and Caribbean heads of state and []

TRT World

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· Jun 21, 2026

African leaders demand reparations as slave trade horror recreated in Ghana

A vivid reenactment at Ghana's Christiansborg Castle brought the brutality of the transatlantic slave trade to life as African and Caribbean leaders endorsed a reparations framework seeking formal apologies, financial compensation, and accountability for slavery's lasting impact.

The Namibian

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· Jul 5, 2026

Racial Capitalism and Genocide in Namibia

Genocide lies at the heart of colonialism and imperialism, from the destruction of indigenous peoples in the Americas to the Khoe in South Africa and the Herero and Nama in Namibia. The genocide committed in Namibia between 1904 and 1908 was not an isolated atrocity. It was the violent foundation of the country’s racial-capitalist order. [] The post Racial Capitalism and Genocide in Namibia appeared first on The Namibian.

Vanguard News

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· Jul 2, 2026

Ghana, South Africa in diplomatic spat after migrant’s death

More than 25,000 people, including hundreds of Ghanaians, have already fled the country, according to South Africa's security forces. The post Ghana, South Africa in diplomatic spat after migrant’s death appeared first on Vanguard News.

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 12, 2026

Oyo rescue: We thank God, but there’re still more people in captivity – CAN to Tinubu govt

The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, expresses its heartfelt gratitude to God Almighty following the successful rescue of the pupils, teachers, and other individuals abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area after enduring 56 challenging days in captivity. “Today is a day of deep gratitude for the children who have returned, the teachers reunited [] Oyo rescue: We thank God, but there’re still more people in captivity – CAN to Tinubu govt

Ghanaian Times

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· Jul 8, 2026

Ghana-South Africa relations at lowest point over xenophobic attacks — Abu Jinapor

Member of Parliament for Damongo constituency , Samuel Abu Jinapor, has described Ghana’s bilateral relations with South Africa as being at their lowest level, blaming the situation on repeated xenophobic attacks against Ghanaians and other foreign nationals. According to him, the continued attacks, which have led to the deaths of some people and the displacement The post Ghana-South Africa relations at lowest point over xenophobic attacks — Abu Jinapor appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

Independent Online

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· Jul 7, 2026

Refugees in Durban: Seeking safety and shelter amidst adversity

Refugees in Durban: Seeking safety and shelter amidst adversity

YNaija

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· Jun 30, 2026

The Sufferhead Aesthetic: Why Do Nigerians Love Romanticising Their Struggles?

The online uproar over First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s remarks on petty trade grants reveals a deep cultural split in how citizens view survival. By framing the launch of roadside akara and roasted corn ventures as genuine economic empowerment, the state relies heavily on a familiar script of grassroots resilience. Supporters immediately defended this stance, arguing... Read More Read » The Sufferhead Aesthetic: Why Do Nigerians Love Romanticising Their Struggles? on YNaija

Legit.ng

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· Jun 22, 2026

"Today is Father’s Day, my heart is heavy": Yinka Ayefele on abducted Oyo schoolchildren

Yinka Ayefele's poignant Father's Day message reflected on the heartache of kidnapped schoolchildren and teachers, resonating with Nigerians as he calls for prayer

POLITICO - Politics

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· Jul 1, 2026

A polite England-Congo encounter

A polite England-Congo encounter

Reuters

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· Jul 1, 2026

Parents of kidnapped Nigerian students appeal for help

Parents of dozens of students kidnapped by gunmen from a school in northeast Nigeria called on the government to do more to bring their children back. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #world #Africa #Nigeria #students #kidnapping Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4eHbzc0 👉 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

BizNews

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· Jul 1, 2026

Why Africa's entrepreneurs are buying Caribbean citizenship

Why Africa's entrepreneurs are buying Caribbean citizenship

Football | The Guardian

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· Jun 22, 2026

Semenyo and Ghana aim to emulate 2010 World Cup heroes as they face England

Carlos Queiroz’s squad hope to repeat the form that almost made Ghana the first African team to reach the semi-finalsAntoine Semenyo was only 10 years old when Ghana came within a Luis Suárez handball of becoming the first African team ever to reach the semi-finals of the World Cup. The Manchester City forward can still vividly recall the emotions that night as he watched with his family in Bexleyheath, south-east London.“I remember being at my uncle’s house, and we were screaming after the handball, thinking we were going through,” he said in an interview last month. “Watching Ghana play in the World Cup was so special. Mum, Dad, uncles, aunties, cousins all turn up to one house, and we would watch all the games together, celebrating and screaming. Ghana came in [for me] when I was 19 or 20, so I was never going to turn it down.” Continue reading...

BellaNaija

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· Jul 1, 2026

Tolulope Tunde Ajiboye Calls Young Nigerians to Choose Strength, Courage and Purpose at The Undaunted Conference 2026

Written By Tolulope Tunde Ajiboye The post Tolulope Tunde Ajiboye Calls Young Nigerians to Choose Strength, Courage and Purpose at The Undaunted Conference 2026 appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

The Daily Reminder

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· Jul 10, 2026

"Correcting The Digital World!"

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MyJoyOnline

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· Jul 3, 2026

Photos: Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang at 66th Republic Day Cadet Parade

Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has called on young Ghanaians to embrace discipline, integrity and selfless service as the foundation for national development, describing the values instilled by the National Cadet Corps as essential to building a stronger and more resilient Ghana.

Le Monde Diplomatique

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· Jul 3, 2026

Le génocide qui hante la Namibie

Des dizaines de milliers de Héréros et de Namas ont été tués entre 1904 et 1908 par les troupes impériales allemandes dans la colonie du Sud-Ouest africain, actuelle Namibie. Leurs descendants, traumatisés, privés de leurs terres ancestrales et marginalisés par le pouvoir central, s'estiment () / Namibie, Allemagne, Colonisation, Génocide

Washington Examiner

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· Jun 22, 2026

Why was the US flag missing from Juneteenth logos and celebrations?

One may not know this, judging by this weekend’s Juneteenth displays, messages, logos, and celebrations, but over 600,000 white American men died in the Civil War to end the institution of slavery in the United States — an institution that was started in Africa, by African tribal chieftains and African empire kings. Just as heroically, []

Irish News

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· Jul 10, 2026

Barbados PM rejects Braverman’s ‘asinine’ claim that ex-colonies should repay UK

Mia Mottley said the Caribbean did not ‘owe Britain for slavery, for colonial extraction, or for laws that treated African people as chattel’.

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