
Gabon coup: Wife of deposed President Ali Bongo detained
Sylvia Bongo was under house arrest, but a judge says she should be held in jail ahead of a trial.
1970-01-01 08:00

US Imposes First Sanctions Over Russia Oil Cap as Impact Fades
The US imposed the first sanctions for violations of the price cap on Russian oil introduced by the
1970-01-01 08:00

Malawi heatwave warning issued as temperatures set to soar
Temperatures could soar to 44C, the weather bureau says, as it urges people to avoid alcohol.
1970-01-01 08:00

Nigeria diphtheria outbreak kills 600
A health official says it is "heart-wrenching" to see children suffer from a preventable disease.
1970-01-01 08:00

Israel Latest: Jets Strike Gaza as Israel Weighs Ground Attack
Israel Defense Forces said the country’s political leadership hasn’t yet decided on a ground invasion of Gaza, though
1970-01-01 08:00

Asia Stocks to Rise After US Brushes Off Hot PPI: Markets Wrap
Equity markets in Asia are poised to open higher after US shares gained for a fourth day as
1970-01-01 08:00

King Charles to acknowledge 'painful' Kenya history on state visit
The state visit will come on the 60th anniversary of the country's independence from the UK.
1970-01-01 08:00

Ugandan MPs reject birth control for 15-year-old girls
The deputy speaker calls the idea "devilish", saying it is not the way to tackle teenage pregnancy.
1970-01-01 08:00

Liberians await election results as George Weah and Joseph Boakai vie for presidency
Turn-out was reportedly high in Tuesday's tightly contested presidential and parliamentary poll.
1970-01-01 08:00

Israel Latest: Hezbollah, Israel Trade Fire on Lebanon Border
Israeli jets struck Hezbollah targets in Lebanon after the militia launched guided missiles at an Israeli army post
1970-01-01 08:00

Kenyan publisher recalls book after uproar over Prophet Muhammad image
Muslims complained it was blasphemous to ask students to colour in a picture of the Islamic prophet.
1970-01-01 08:00

US Suspends Niger Aid After Coup While Keeping Military Presence
The US formally designated Niger’s military uprising a coup — a move that will halt counter-terrorism cooperation and
1970-01-01 08:00