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South Africa Ramaphosa Refuses to Quit as He Faces Fresh Impeachment Battle

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has vowed not to resign despite mounting political pressure and the launch of a new parliamentary impeachment inquiry linked to the long-running “Farmgate” cash scandal. In a televised national address, Ramaphosa said he would challenge the findings of an independent parliamentary report that accused him of possible misconduct over the theft of large sums of cash hidden inside furniture at his Phala Phala game farm. […]

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Congo Seeks New IMF Programme as Economic Pressures Mount

The Republic of Congo has officially requested talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a new economic support programme, as the oil-producing Central African nation faces mounting fiscal pressure and slowing economic growth. The announcement was made by Congo’s finance ministry, which confirmed that an IMF technical mission is expected to arrive in the country in the coming weeks to begin discussions on the framework of a potential new […]

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Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte Faces Impeachment For The Second Time

The Philippine House of Representatives has voted to impeach Vice-President Sara Duterte for a second time, escalating a bitter political conflict that could derail her widely anticipated bid for the presidency in 2028. The impeachment complaint, approved on Monday, now moves to the Senate, where lawmakers will conduct a trial that could determine Duterte’s political future. If convicted, the 47-year-old vice-president would be removed from office and permanently barred from […]

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Mexican Parents Criticise Plan to End School Year Early for 2026 World Cup

Parents and education groups in Mexico are criticizing government plans to end the school year nearly a month early to accommodate preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, arguing the move could disrupt learning for millions of students across the country. The proposal, which has sparked heated public debate, comes as Mexico intensifies preparations to co-host the tournament alongside the United States and Canada. Officials are reportedly considering adjusting the […]

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Trump Heads to China for High-Stakes Summit With Xi Amid Global Tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump will travel to China from May 13 to 15 for a major diplomatic summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as Washington and Beijing prepare for talks expected to focus on trade disputes, Taiwan, Iran, artificial intelligence, and global security. China’s foreign ministry confirmed the visit on Monday, describing it as an official state trip at Xi’s invitation. The meeting will mark the first visit to China […]

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Burundi Sets Presidential Election for May 2027 Amid Opposition Boycott

Burundi will hold its next presidential election on May 3, 2027, the country’s electoral commission announced, setting the stage for a closely watched vote in one of East Africa’s most politically tense nations. The announcement was made during a meeting boycotted by opposition parties, which immediately raised concerns about the transparency and credibility of the electoral process. President Évariste Ndayishimiye, who has led Burundi since 2020 following the death of […]

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Three Hikers Killed After Indonesia’s Mount Dukono Erupts Despite Climbing Ban

Three hikers have died after Indonesia’s Mount Dukono volcano erupted during an expedition on the remote island of Halmahera, with authorities confirming that the group had ignored an official climbing ban imposed due to heightened volcanic activity. The eruption occurred on Friday morning, sending a massive column of ash about 10 kilometres into the sky and triggering panic among a group of 20 hikers near the crater area. Indonesian rescue […]

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Colorado Firebombing Suspect Pleads Guilty to Murder in Attack on Pro-Israel Demonstrators

A man accused of carrying out a firebomb attack on demonstrators advocating for the release of Israeli hostages has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in Colorado. Mohamed Sabry Soliman entered guilty pleas on Thursday in connection with the June 2025 attack in Boulder, where prosecutors say he threw Molotov cocktails into a crowd gathered by “Run For Their Lives,” a group that organised weekly events calling for the release of […]

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China Hands Suspended Death Sentences to Former Defence Ministers in Major Military Corruption Crackdown

China has sentenced two former defence ministers to suspended death penalties after they were found guilty of corruption in one of the country’s most high-profile military anti-graft cases in recent years. State media reported on Thursday that former defence ministers Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu were each handed death sentences with a two-year reprieve by a military court. Under Chinese law, such sentences are typically commuted to life imprisonment after […]

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