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President Hichilema meets with U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House

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Millions Witness Partial Solar Eclipse Across North and West Africa

On August 12, 2026, a rare partial solar eclipse was visible to millions in parts of Africa, coinciding with notable political and environmental developments in the region.

Aug 13, 2026, 12:46 AM France 24 English

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This is probably the most important map of Africa produced in the 18th century. Largely based upon the earlier D’Anville map, this map has been enlarged and expanded by Samuel Boulton. Depicts the continent in full with insets of the Gold Coast (or Ivory Coast , or Guinea ). This map is unique in that it is a serious attempt to compile all of the accurate scientific knowledge of the African continent available at the time. In contrast to many other Africa maps of the period there's almost no attempt to fill the “unknown” regions of the interior with fictitious beasts, kingdoms, and geological features. Boulton himself advertises “The inland parts of Africa being but very little known and the names of the regions and countries which fill that vast tract of land being for the greatest part placed by conjecture it may be judged how absurd are the divisions traced in some maps and why they are not followed in this.“ Despite this, this map actually does provide a wealth of information both in the form of a gazetteer printed in framed text boxes here and there on the map, as well as political and geographical features. This map bears up to almost endless perusal and volumes could be composed on its content. The cartographer attempts to depict both known and unknown parts of the continent with actual data reported by both contemporary and ancient travelers. In most cases it is extremely difficult to identify specific sources as much of the data is vague and uncertain. Boulton for example notes a community of Jews near what would today be Mali . Though a very small community of Jewish traders did live in Mali in the 15th century, most had been killed or converted to Islam by the 16th century. No doubt Boulton's sources here were extremely archaic. Boulton also relies heavily on the geography of Claudius Ptolemy , noting this source in numerous notations which range from commentary on local peoples to the courses of important river systems. Clearly much of the map is focused on commerce and where information is available, Boulton makes notes on local commercial products and mineral wealth. There are also copious notations on caravan routes, especially those routes which were known to offer caravan transverse of the Sahara. Generally following Ptolemy, Boulton includes a number of mysterious river systems which seem to appear out of nowhere and run to nowhere. With regard to the White Nile , which he presumes correctly to be greater than the Blue Nile , he follows the ancient two lakes at the base of the Mountains of the Moon theory . In the southern half of Africa there is considerably less information on the interior save for those lands mapped by the Portuguese along the Congo and Zambezi Rivers. The regions around the Zambezi, called Monomotapa , are particularly interesting as many considered this area to be the Biblical land of Ophir , where one could discover the mines of King Solomon . Just north of Monomotapa we find an embryonic representation of Lake Malawi , here called Maravi. In South Africa the Dutch Company is strongly established and the region is well mapped well into the interior.

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Africa Emerges as Strategic Hub for Chinese Industrial Expansion

African nations are shifting from raw material exports to local processing, attracting significant Chinese investment and transforming the continent into a key industrial and economic hub.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 12, 2026, 2:21 PM

A photo taken of Rhinoceros eating in a national park in South Africa.

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Nigerian Returnees Struggle to Re-adapt After Xenophobic Violence in South Africa

Months of xenophobic protests in South Africa have left Nigerian returnees grappling with trauma, while Chad and Liberia report security and drug enforcement developments.

France 24 English | Aug 12, 2026, 5:16 AM

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Somali Referee Omar Artan Urges Officials to Dream Big Ahead of UEFA Super Cup

Omar Artan is set to become the first non-European to referee the UEFA Super Cup, marking a historic milestone for African referees amid challenges including a U.S. travel ban.

CNA Latest News | Aug 10, 2026, 2:34 PM

A photography portrait of the State Department headquarters building.

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U.S. State Department Apologizes for Mislabeled Africa Map at AIDS Conference in Brazil

The State Department issued an apology after displaying an inaccurately labeled map of Africa during an international AIDS conference held in Brazil.

Reason | Aug 4, 2026, 8:19 AM

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United States Makes Permanent Visa Bond Program Affecting 30 African Countries

Nationals from 50 countries, including 30 in Africa, must post security deposits up to $20,000 for certain U.S. business and tourist visas under a new permanent policy.

Africanews | Aug 3, 2026, 8:08 AM

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5.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Suez, Egypt

A moderate earthquake hit northeast Egypt early Monday, prompting emergency responses but no immediate reports of damage or casualties.

Deutsche Welle | Aug 3, 2026, 4:56 AM

Māori Battalion survivors of action in Greece, performing a haka in Helwan , Egypt for the King of Greece . From left to right, the four men in the foreground are John Manuel, Maaka White, Te Kooti Reihana, and Rangi Henderson. A cropped version of this photo featured on an ANZAC commemorative stamp issued in 2008. [2]

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Thousands of Moroccans Attempt Collective Crossing into Spanish Territory of Ceuta

Abdulah Buji and tens of thousands of others sought a better future by trying to enter the Spanish enclave in North Africa after the border was breached.

Washington Times News | Aug 2, 2026, 2:23 AM

Photograph showing soldier in uniform, wife in dress and hat, and two daughters wearing matching coats and hats. In May 1863, U.S. Secretary of War Edwin Stanton issued General Order No. 143 creating the Bureau of U. S. Colored Troops. This image was found in Cecil County, Maryland, making it likely that this soldier belonged to one of the seven U.S.C.T. regiments raised in Maryland. (Source: Matthew R. Gross and Elizabeth T. Lewin, 2010) This is the only known photograph of an African American Union soldier with his family. Identified as Sgt. Samuel Smith of the 119th USCT, with his wife Mollie, and his daughters Mary and Maggie.

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Global Trade in African Ants Surges, Raising Ecological Concerns

Thousands of African Giant Harvester Ant queens are being smuggled to Europe, prompting legal action and warnings about environmental impact.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 31, 2026, 1:12 PM

State Department VIPs cut the ribbon officially opening the State Department exhibit at the Department of State booth at the USA Science and Engineering Festival in Washington, DC on April 25, 2014. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]

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US State Department Admits Error After Mislabeling African Countries on Map at Global Conference

A map of Africa displayed by the US government at an international event contained significant inaccuracies, prompting an official acknowledgment.

Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 8:37 AM

International Criminal Court, The Hague, Netherlands

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Chad Announces Withdrawal from International Criminal Court Amid Rising Criticism

Chad becomes the fifth country in recent months to begin the process of leaving the ICC, citing concerns over the court’s focus on African nations and its limited effectiveness.

Al Jazeera | Jul 27, 2026, 6:05 PM

The arrival of El Niño in the tropical Pacific Ocean triggers a cascade of changes in tropical rainfall and wind patterns that echo around the globe. For the United States, the most significant impact is a shift in the path of the mid-latitude jet streams. These swift, high-level winds play a major role in separating warm and cool air masses and steering storms from the Pacific across the U.S. This map illustrates the typical impacts of El Niño on U.S. winter weather. During El Niño, the Pacific jet stream is more reliable across the southern tier of the United States. Southern and interior Alaska and the Pacific Northwest tend to be warmer than average, and the southern tier of U.S. states—from California to the Carolinas—tends to be wetter than average. Farther north, the Ohio and Upper Mississippi River Valleys may be drier than usual. One or more of these climate patterns have occurred during many El Niño events in the past. That doesn’t mean that all of these impacts happen during every episode. Every event is somewhat different. In other words, the influence of El Niño on U.S. winter climate is a matter of probability, not certainty. El Niño and La Niña are opposite phases of a natural climate pattern across the tropical Pacific Ocean that swings back and forth every 3-7 years on average. El Niño and La Niña alternately warm and cool large areas of the tropical Pacific—the world’s largest ocean—which significantly influences where and how much it rains there. Like a boulder dropped into a stream, this shift in the location of tropical rainfall disrupts the atmospheric circulation patterns that connect the tropics with the middle latitudes, which in turn modifies the mid-latitude jet streams. By modifying the jet streams, El Niño and La Niña can affect temperature and precipitation across the United States and other parts of the world. The influence on the U.S. is strongest during the winter (December-February), but it may linger into early spring.

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Super El Niño Expected to Cause Major Economic Losses Across Africa

African Development Bank warns of a $10 billion to $20 billion economic impact and lasting effects on GDP due to a strong El Niño event.

Africanews | Jul 27, 2026, 8:08 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Winnie Byanyima urges African governments to increase health financing and address challenges impacting HIV response.

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UNAIDS Chief Calls for New Health Funding Approach in Africa Amid Global Aid Cuts

Winnie Byanyima urges African governments to increase health financing and address challenges impacting HIV response.

Africanews | Jul 21, 2026, 8:40 PM

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Europe Urged to Adopt African Heatwave Adaptation Strategies

With rising temperatures impacting Europe, experts highlight Africa's long-standing experience in managing major heat conditions.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 1:16 PM

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Kenya's Rastafarians Lose Court Battle Over Religious Cannabis Use

After years of legal proceedings, Kenya denies Rastafarians the right to smoke marijuana for religious purposes.

France 24 English | Jul 15, 2026, 8:23 PM

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13th Kinshasa International Film Festival Opens in Congolese Capital

The festival showcases about 50 films from ten countries, emphasizing African storytelling and filmmaker collaboration.

Africanews | Jul 14, 2026, 2:18 PM

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London Sees Unrest as Morocco Fans React to World Cup Quarterfinal Loss to France

Following Morocco's 2-0 defeat by France in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, riot police clashed with crowds on Edgware Road in northwest London.

Fox News Latest | Jul 10, 2026, 2:06 AM

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France Faces Morocco in 2026 FIFA World Cup Quarterfinal at Boston Stadium

Tournament favorites France take on Morocco, the first African team to reach a World Cup semifinal, in the quarterfinal match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Al Jazeera | Jul 9, 2026, 4:54 PM

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France Faces Morocco in 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal at Boston Stadium

The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals feature a key match between title favorites France and African champions Morocco, with injury concerns impacting both teams.

Al Jazeera | Jul 9, 2026, 7:05 AM

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Morocco Eyes Historic FIFA World Cup 2026 Victory

Following a strong showing in previous tournaments, Morocco aims to become the first African and Arab nation to win the FIFA World Cup in 2026.

Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 6:27 PM

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US-Iran Conflict Prompts Africa to Reassess Security and Economic Strategies

Ongoing hostilities between the US, Israel, and Iran are influencing African nations to reconsider their geopolitical priorities.

Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 2:10 AM

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Kenya's 'Birdman' Gains Viral Fame Amid Health Concerns

Rodgers Oloo Magutha, a former homeless man in Nairobi known for rescuing and living with injured birds, has become an internet sensation, but city officials express worries over potential health risks.

Africanews | Jul 7, 2026, 3:57 PM

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Joy Reid Openly Roots Against Team USA, Supports African Teams in World Cup

Joy Reid expresses her hope for an African nation to win the World Cup and reveals she cannot celebrate the Fourth of July as a Black person in America.

Fox News Latest | Jul 7, 2026, 12:35 AM

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Joy Reid Openly Roots Against Team USA, Supports African Teams in World Cup

Joy Reid expresses her support for African nations to win the World Cup and reveals she cannot celebrate the Fourth of July as a Black person in America.

Fox News Latest | Jul 7, 2026, 12:23 AM