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Kalgoorlie-Boulder is preparing to welcome a new contribution to its growing literary and personal-development community as local author, coach, pastor, educator, entrepreneur and engineer Peter Young prepares to…
For decades, Africa was often presented to the world through stories of conflict, poverty, disease and political instability. Those challenges remain real, but they have never represented the full picture of the…
Scientists are investigating a strange pattern preserved in fossil shells: tiny marine organisms known as foraminifera sometimes suddenly change the direction in which their shells coil, with similar changes appearing…
Rayon Sports have advanced to the next round of the CAF Confederation Cup after eliminating Cameroonian side Panthère du Ndé following a goalless draw in the second leg in Kigali. The result saw Rayon Sports progress…
Search and rescue teams in Indonesia are continuing efforts to locate passengers from the Virgo Transport 8 , a ferry carrying 243 people that lost contact with authorities in the Java Sea. The ferry was travelling…
Laughter, percussion, movement and community activities turned a mental health awareness event into an afternoon centred on connection, participation and belonging. Kalgoorlie-Boulder was filled with rhythm, laughter…
APR FC have advanced to the final qualifying round of the 2026 CAF Champions League after producing a strong comeback victory over DR Congo side Les Aigles du Congo at Amahoro Stadium on Friday. The Rwandan champions…
Three Indian migrant workers were swept away by devastating flash floods in northern Nepal, where they had spent years building homes, hotels and furniture for a growing border town. The floods struck Syafrubesi, a…
The United Kingdom has announced a ban on imports of goods produced in Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, as part of wider measures aimed at increasing pressure over Israel’s settlement expansion and…
Tanzania’s First Gentleman, Hafidh Ameir Hassan, the husband of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, has died at the age of about 70, after a period of illness. Hafidh died on Monday, September 7, 2026, at around 8:00 a.m.…
Rwandan author Judence Kayitesi has commended the Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement (MINUBUMWE) for encouraging Rwandans to document and discuss the country’s history, saying understanding the past is…
Manchester United were denied victory in dramatic fashion as Ainsley Maitland-Niles scored in added time to rescue a 2–2 draw for Everton in the Premier League on Sunday, September 6, 2026. Maitland-Niles, making his…
Tanzanian singer Harmonize has confirmed that he and actress Frida Kajala have ended their relationship for the third time, bringing another chapter of their highly publicised on-and-off romance to an end. Harmonize…
At least 22 people have died and several others were injured after a fire broke out during a wedding ceremony in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. According to Radio Okapi , the fire broke…
Niger’s military government has accused France of orchestrating a failed military mutiny that shook the capital, Niamey, last week, further highlighting the strained relations between the two countries. The accusation…
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that he will seek re-election in 2027, despite growing criticism of his leadership and the threat of possible legal proceedings. FIFA said on Sunday, September 6, that…
First Lady Jeannette Kagame has urged young people to recognize that academic qualifications, professional skills and career achievements alone are not enough to build strong families and become effective leaders. She…
The United Nations General Assembly has backed a resolution encouraging countries to consider using the Equal Earth map projection , reigniting debate over how the world is represented on maps and how those…
The annual Kwita Izina ceremony was held in Kinigi, Musanze District, on Friday, September 4, 2026, where 22 baby gorillas were given names in an event attended by government officials, international guests,…
A man from Gihundwe Sector in Rusizi District is receiving treatment at Gihundwe Hospital after allegedly drinking a substance believed to be acid, which his wife reportedly thought was a traditional remedy…
Dale Sanders, known as “Grey Beard,” has once again made history after completing one of the world’s most demanding long-distance hiking trails at the age of 91. Dale Sanders has reclaimed the record as the oldest…
A political dispute over how Australian schools teach gender, consent and respectful relationships has intensified after Nationals leader Matt Canavan accused the education system of promoting an “anti-boy” ideology.…
Cameroon Football Federation president Samuel Eto’o has called on African football leaders to support FIFA president Gianni Infantino, praising his leadership and arguing that his policies have created greater…
Rwanda’s Nyarugenge Primary Court has ordered FERWAFA President and businessman Shema Fabrice to remain in provisional detention for 30 days as investigations continue into allegations of fraud and issuing unfunded…