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In Gaza City, a sound long absent is slowly returning: the voices of children learning. After nearly two years of war and disruption, pupils are once again gathering for lessons—this time not in proper classrooms, but…
Ajax have confirmed that defender Gaston Ávila has joined Rosario Central on loan, allowing the Argentine to return to his home country in search of regular first-team football. The 23-year-old left-sided centre-back…
Rwandan peacekeepers deployed in Bria, Central African Republic (CAR), on Wednesday, 7 January, awarded United Nations service medals in recognition of their dedicated service and significant contribution to peace and…
Venezuela is living through a moment of profound uncertainty following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces, an event that has dramatically altered the country’s political landscape but has failed to…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed concern that Ukraine still lacks clear and legally binding security guarantees from its international allies, even as diplomatic efforts to end the war with Russia…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup could mark a major technological leap for football, with organisers preparing to introduce advanced tools including 3D VAR decision-making and digital avatars for every player, according to…
Former two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is reportedly considering stepping away from professional boxing, following a period of deep personal reflection triggered by recent tragedy. The speculation…
Congolese refugees living in camps in Burundi are facing a serious health crisis, with at least 105 deaths reported over the past two weeks. The information was released by the Citizens’ Organization for Peace and…
Venezuela remains in a tense and uncertain state following a dramatic US military operation that led to the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, and their transfer to the United States to…
The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) says it has arrested more than 8,000 people involved in criminal activities and banditry since December 2025. The arrests were made during security…
President Faustin-Archange Touadéra has been re-elected as President of the Central African Republic after securing 76.15% of the vote, extending his leadership into a third term. Provisional results from the…
Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro appeared in a United States court for the first time on Monday, January 5, 2026, following his arrest by U.S. authorities. During the brief hearing, he pleaded not guilty to…
Former Arsenal transfer chief Edu Gaspar is facing increasing scrutiny at Nottingham Forest, with reports suggesting his position at the Premier League club could come under threat following a difficult run of form.…
Rayon Sports FC have confirmed the signing of several new players day by day and ready to register them following the opening of the January transfer window, strengthening the team ahead of the Super Cup fixture and…
In African politics, speeches are usually serious affairs. Leaders address nations with weighty words, measured tones, and carefully crafted messages. Yet, sometimes, a single line, delivered honestly or confidently,…
Ministers of Defense and Chiefs of Defence Forces (CDFs) from 12 countries will meet in a three-day conference to address the deteriorating security situation in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The…
Burundi’s President Évariste Ndayishimiye has publicly contradicted his Minister of Foreign Affairs after the two issued opposing statements on Qatar’s role in peace talks aimed at stabilizing the Great Lakes region.…
Nine people from Ngoma District’s Jarama Sector were killed by lightning, while six others were injured after being struck as they returned from farming. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, 4 January 2026. The…
Espanyol could be punished with a stadium ban after incidents involving supporters were detailed in the referee’s report following their La Liga defeat by Barcelona. The Catalan side lost 2–0 at the RCDE Stadium after…
During the midday Angelus prayer on Sunday, Pope Leo XIV voiced deep concern over the rapidly unfolding situation in Venezuela, urging restraint, respect for the rule of law, and renewed commitment to peace and…
Travellers across Kisumu County faced prolonged delays on Sunday as thousands of passengers streamed back to major towns ahead of the reopening of schools, triggering congestion at key bus parks and a sharp spike in…
The United States has carried out what former President Donald Trump described as a “large-scale strike” on Venezuela, claiming that President Nicolás Maduro has been captured and taken out of the country. The…
President Donald Trump announced that the United States carried out strikes in Venezuela’s capital on Saturday morning and that President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were captured and removed from the country. In a…
Rwanda has begun administering the Hepatitis B vaccine to newborn babies to strengthen their immunity and protect them from the disease. The initiative was announced by the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) in a press…