Zambia Ex-President’s Family Wins Legal Battle Over Burial
Zambia's former president Edgar Lungu's family has won a legal battle to have his body buried in South Africa, according to the BBC.
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Ghana conference calls for formal apology for transatlantic slave trade
A global framework for reparatory justice has been adopted at a conference in Ghana, as African and Caribbean leaders demanded formal apologies from countries that benefited from the transatlantic slave trade.
Global Framework Reparatory Justice Adopted in Ghana
A global framework for reparatory justice has been adopted at a conference in Ghana, as African and Caribbean leaders demanded formal apologies from countries that benefited from the transatlantic slave trade, according to The Guardian.
20,000 Runners Embrace Sweat, Tears, and Camaraderie at World’s Largest Ultramarathon
Sweat, tears and camaraderie marked the world's largest ultramarathon as 20,000 runners took on South Africa's Comrades marathon, according to The Guardian.
Undav injury-time goal sees Germany beat Ivory Coast to top World Cup group
Deniz Undav scored two goals off the bench as Germany pulled off a thrilling comeback to beat Ivory Coast 2-1 in their World Cup Group E match, securing their place in the knockout stage for the first time since they won the title in 2014, according to Al Jazeera.
African and Caribbean Nations Call for Formal Apology for Transatlantic Slavery
African and Caribbean countries have called for a formal apology and reparations from countries that benefited from the transatlantic slave trade, according to the BBC.
US to stop funding HIV programmes in South Africa
The U.S. government will begin a phased drawdown of funding for HIV programs in South Africa, citing the country’s failure to meet policy requests. The decision comes after years of funding through PEPFAR, which provided about a fifth of South Africa’s HIV program costs.
Global Reparatory Justice Framework Adopted in Accra
A global framework for reparatory justice has been adopted at a conference in Ghana, according to a report from The Guardian.
12-Year-Old Wins Hearts Trying to Check Sick Chicken Into Hospital
A 12-year-old boy in Ethiopia has gone viral after attempting to take his sick chicken to a local hospital, according to the BBC.
U.S. to end funding of South Africa’s HIV programmes over Afrikaner concerns
The U.S. is ending funding for South Africa's HIV programs due to concerns over Afrikaner policies, despite a $115 million bridge plan approved by PEPFAR, according to AP News.
David Junior: A Name Across Lives and Causes
The name 'David junior' appears in multiple contexts, from personal obituaries to international humanitarian efforts, reflecting the diverse lives and legacies tied to the name.
Zimbabwe Passes Bill to Extend President’s Time in Power to 2030
Zimbabwe's lower house of parliament has passed a bill to extend presidential terms from five to seven years, which would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in power until 2030, according to BBC.
South African Sentenced in World’s Largest Rhino Horn Trafficking Case
A South African court has sentenced two men in what police called the world’s largest rhino horn trafficking case, concluding a nearly two-decade legal process.
Ugandan Lawyer in Treason Case Faces Charges
A former Ugandan mayor and lawyer representing detained opposition figure Kizza Besigye has been charged with a treason-related offence, according to BBC News.
Ex-Nigeria Oil Minister Cleared in UK Bribery Trial
A former Nigerian oil minister was cleared of taking bribes in the UK, according to BBC.