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South Africa has returned looted human remains and a sacred national artefact to Zimbabwe, marking a powerful moment of cultural restoration more than a century after they were taken during the colonial era. The handover, described as both symbolic and emotional, reflects a growing movement across Africa to reclaim heritage lost through historical exploitation. The repatriation included ancestral human remains and a centuries-old stone carving known as the Zimbabwe Bird, […]

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has secured a parliamentary majority for his Liberal government following a series of special election victories, marking a rare and significant shift in the country’s political landscape. The breakthrough came after the Liberals won key by-elections held on April 13, giving the party at least 174 seats in the 343-member House of Commons, enough to form a majority government without calling a general election. The […]

Botswana and Oman have signed a series of major agreements in energy and mining, marking a significant step toward strengthening economic ties and reducing reliance on traditional revenue sources. The deals were concluded during a state visit by Botswana’s President, Duma Boko, to Oman, where he held talks with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq. The agreements focus on mineral exploration, renewable energy development, and oil storage infrastructure, reflecting a shared push […]

Benin’s Finance Minister, Romuald Wadagni, has won the country’s presidential election with more than 94% of the vote, according to provisional results released on Monday, cementing a decisive and controversial victory that signals continuity in leadership. Wadagni, widely seen as the preferred successor to outgoing President Patrice Talon, secured the landslide win in a race marked by limited opposition participation. His only challenger, Paul Hounkpè, conceded defeat shortly after early […]