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Respiratory diseases affect the health of millions of people in Kenya, with the main cause the burning of biomass like firewood. But without affordable alternatives, most Kenyans continue to rely on traditional cooking fuels. Jane Muthoni is collecting firewood to light a fire in her kitchen made of iron sheets. Soon the roof, walls and wooden pillars are covered in… Read More

“Looking at you makes me happy, you really are a tonic for the spirit. Your individual style of dancing is so unique and beautiful, your musicality is out of this world and your personality really shines through. Love you, love you,” Britain’s Got Talent judge Bruno Tonioli told Ghanaian dancers Abigail and Afronita after their semi-final performance the 2024 Britain’s… Read More

As vote counting proceeds in South Africa, the 2024 general election will notably be remembered as the poll which saw the highest number of eligible voters in the country’s history. First-time voters in the rural area of Nkandla, eastern south Africa, were determined to vote on Wednesday (May 29). 20-year-old Amahle Ncane was one of them. “My vote today signifies… Read More

Last updated: 17 hours ago In an explosion of gold and silver confetti, Real Madrid held aloft the Champions League trophy for a record-extending 15th time on Saturday. The most familiar sight in European club soccer’s greatest competition felt as fresh as ever after a 2-0 win against Borussia Dortmund in the final at Wembley Stadium. “Getting used to it?… Read More

Karim Benzema arrived in his native Béjaïa, Morocco on Saturday June 1. The former Madrid star was welcomed by fans and local authorities. The Franco-Algerian’s visit to his parents’ homeland had been anticipated for several months, and was officially announced a week ago. During his stay in Algeria, Karim Benzema will attend the Algeria-Guinea match at the Nelson-Mandela stadium on… Read More

A courier picks up a supply of frozen breast milk from the offices of ATTA. The charity supplies safe, clean breast milk to women who cannot produce their own. Caroline Ikendi was desperate for help before she discovered the service. Early last year, Ikendi was in distress after undergoing an emergency Caesarean section to remove a stillborn baby and save… Read More

Chile’s President Gabriel Boric announced on Saturday that the country would support South Africa’s lawsuit against Israel at the International Court of Justice in The Hague. In a lengthy speech lasting over two- and-a-half hours before the National Congress in Valparaiso, Boric stated that “Chile will join and back South Africa’s case against Israel at the International Court of Justice… Read More

The Sakina forest on the outskirts of Kenitra (45 kilometres north of Rabat) is popular with picnicking families, enjoying an afternoon barbecue shaded from the summer sun by trees. The 150 hectares park regularly attracts between 5,000 to 10,000 visitors per day, with the majority bringing a meal to cook in the open air. The fires are a source of… Read More

South Africa’s African National Congress party will not consider any demands from possible coalition partners that President Cyril Ramaphosa step down, a top official said Sunday, as the ANC attempted to present a united front after a stinging election result ended its 30-year majority. As South Africa heads for a series of complex talks to form a national coalition government… Read More

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) called for “calm” as it tallied votes in the country’s election, amid reports the African National Congress (ANC) party has lost its parliamentary majority. “This is a moment that we need to manage and manage well. We are grateful that we have come this far with all of you. Don’t be tired. We… Read More