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Global economic fragmentation spreads to allies, costing up to $307 billion annually: WEF report

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:04:43 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): Geoeconomic fragmentation has reached a critical turning point, accelerating through 2025 and 2026 to spread beyond geopolitical rivals and infect traditionally allied economies.

According to a new World Economic Forum (WEF) report titled Deepening Divides: The Cost of a More Fragmented Financial System, released on Thursday in collaboration with Oliver Wyman, the widening struct

South Africa repatriates over 900 Mozambicans

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:42:41 GMT

The group included undocumented travelers and individuals whose immigration status needed further verification, officials said

South Africa's Border Management Authority (BMA) says it has successfully processed the repatriation of 933 Mozambican nationals through the port of Lebombo on Wednesday.

BMA spokesperson Mmemme Mogotsi said 349 of those processed originated from the Lindela Holding

Ebola center should not be reserved for Americans only virologist

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:43:43 GMT

The facility should treat local patients as well if outbreaks occur in the region,OyewaleTomori has said

A planned Ebola treatment center in Kenya should be available to all patients in need rather than exclusively serving US citizens, Nigerian professor of virology Oyewale Tomori has told RT.

Addressing reports that Americans infected with Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR

Islamic State-linked militants kill 21 in DR Congo

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:47:02 GMT

More bodies have been found after militants raidedMbau,abducting civilians and torching property

The death toll from an attack by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), an Islamist militant group that originated in Uganda, has risen to 21 in the town of Mbau, located in North Kivu province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo).

The increase in casualties follows the discovery of additio

Saba Karim feels IND-AFG Test would help India in trying out new combinations, fixing woes in longer format

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:03:43 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 4 (ANI): Ahead of India's one-off Test against Afghanistan, former Indian cricketer Saba Karim said that even though the match is not a part of the ICC World Test Championship cycle, India will treat it as an important game as they have problems to fix their batting and bowling woes in the longest format, especially in home conditions, where they have lost their long-lasting dominance

"Berlin's support for Ukraine, Israel may have played a role": Germany's FM Wadephul after UNSC seat loss

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:31:44 GMT

New York [US], June 4 (ANI): Germany has failed in its bid to secure one of the two rotating seats allocated to European countries on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), with Portugal and Austria winning election to the UN body, according to a news report by Al Jazeera.

Germany received 104 votes from the 193-member UN General Assembly (UNGA), while Portugal secured 134 votes and Austria received 131, the

"Biggest reason I left cricket": Lalit Modi claims Dawood Ibrahim's $4-billion 'Satta Bazaar' targeted him over IPL control

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 03:30:36 GMT

London [UK], June 4 (ANI): In a sensational disclosure, former Indian Premier League (IPL) commissioner Lalit Modi revealed for the first time that alleged life-threatening intimidation from underworld don Dawood Ibrahim and his crime syndicate was one of the single biggest reasons behind his decision to permanently retire from cricket administration.

In an exclusive interview with ANI, Lalit detailed how his uny

South African Dy President Mashatile meets COO of Biological E Ltd to forge vaccine partnership

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:58:52 GMT

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 4 (ANI): South African Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile met with the Chief Operating Officer at Biological E Limited, Lakshminarayana Neti, in Hyderabad to forge a partnership over vaccine innovation.

Deputy President Mashatile emphasises the need for Indian pharmaceutical companies to invest in South Africa.

'Our meeting comes at a time when South Africa is in

"Went to dressing room and begged them to play" T20: Lalit Modi recalls persuading India stars for 2007 World Cup

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:58:47 GMT

London [UK], June 4 (ANI): Former Indian Premier League (IPL) chairperson Lalit Modi has recalled how he personally approached Indian cricketers in the dressing room during Team India's 2007 tour of England, urging them to participate in the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup, saying the format was initially met with scepticism within the team.

India's tour of England took place from July 19 to September 8, 2007, compri

(SP)MEXICO-PACHUCA-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-SOUTH AFRICA TEAM TRAINING

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:16:33 GMT

(260604) -- PACHUCA, June 4, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Hugo Broos, head coach of the South African national soccer team reacts during a team's open training session for the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Hidalgo Stadium in Pachuca, Hidalgo State, Mexico, on June 3, 2026. (Photo by Francisco Canedo/Xinhua)

Germany fails to win UN Security Council seat for first time ever

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:19:32 GMT

Berlins defeat comes as calls grow to reform the world body in favor of the Global South

Germany has failed to win a temporary seat on the UN Security Council for the first time, losing a General Assembly vote to Austria and Portugal. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called the outcome "a real disappointment," after Berlin had won all six of its previous bids.

Portugal won 134 votes and Aus

Germany blames Russia over UN Security Council humiliation

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:19:32 GMT

Berlin has failed to win a rotating seat on the UNSC for the first time ever and has claimed Moscow is behind it

India and South Africa to scale up bilateral cooperation in AI, digital infrastructure and advance manufacturing

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:32:45 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): India and South Africa are strengthening ties in future technologies as a major focus. Both countries on Wednesday agreed to scale up bilateral cooperation in artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure and advanced manufacturing as key priorities for the next phase of engagement, as stated by the Ministry of Science & Technology press release.

Union Minister Dr Jitendra S

18 foreigners among 21 killed in New Delhi hotel fire

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:15:24 GMT

NEW DELHI, June 3 (Xinhua) -- At least 18 foreign nationals were killed in a fire that broke out at a hotel in New Delhi, India, local media reported.

According to the report, the deceased foreign nationals were from Bangladesh, Nigeria, Mozambique and Liberia. The total death toll of the fire currently stands at 21, with more than 40 taken to nearby hospitals for medical treatment. The exact cause of the fire is

South Africa, Telangana to boost ties in pharma, skilled workforce; Deputy Prez Mashatile invites Indian firms to invest

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:59:29 GMT

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 3 (ANI): Deputy President of South Africa Paul Mashatile, meeting Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Wednesday, set the stage for deeper cooperation in pharmaceuticals, medical tourism, and skilled workforce development between India and South Africa, with both sides eyeing stronger trade and investment links.

Mashatile, who is currently on a working visit in India, met

17 foreigners among 21 dead in Delhi's Malviya Nagar hotel fire; 8 on ventilator

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:32:47 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Seventeen foreign nationals were among the 21 people killed in the devastating fire at a hotel in Delhi's Malviya Nagar on Wednesday, with most of the victims reportedly hailing from Liberia, Nigeria, Mozambique and Bangladesh, officials said.

Earlier in the day, at least 21 people were killed and more than 40 rescued after a massive fire broke out at Flourish Stay B&B in Malv

US to slash African visa hubs - media

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:32:26 GMT

Diplomats have been told consular processing will be reduced to 20 countries across Africa, AP reports

The US is preparing to drastically scale back visa services across Africa, reducing the number of diplomatic missions authorized to process applications from nearly 50 to just 20, the Associated Press reported on Mon

AAP's Saurabh Bhardwaj attacks Delhi govt over repeated fire tragedies, questions response system after Malviya Nagar blaze kills 21

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:30:27 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Delhi President Saurabh Bharadwaj on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the state government over the repeated fire incidents in the capital, citing multiple recent tragedies and alleging systemic failures in fire response and accountability after the Malviya Nagar fire that claimed 21 lives.

Referring to earlier incidents, Bhardwaj said fire tragedies had

UN Chief warns of extreme weather risks, urges urgent climate action ahead of El Nino

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:04:21 GMT

Geneva [Switzerland], June 3 (ANI): United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged countries to take urgent climate action to tackle worsening extreme weather risks ahead of El Nino.

Sharing a press statement issued by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO), Guterres said the climate phenomenon would intensify the impacts of global warming and increase the frequency of extreme weather events wor

UMC Hospitals, Navi Mumbai Successfully Performs Its First Robotic Surgery

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:03:29 GMT

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 3: Unihealth Hospitals Limited (NSE: UNIHEALTH | INE0PRF01011), UniHealth - UMC Hospitals Group, a renowned name in global healthcare, with an established presence in Africa and India, is thrilled to announce a major milestone in its journey towards advanced healthcare excellence with the successful completion of its first Robotic Total Knee Replacement Surgery. This landmar

Indian Air Force's C-17 Globemaster III delivers critical medical aid for Ebola treatment to Uganda

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:01:28 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): India on Tuesday delivered critical medical aid to Uganda in the wake of the Ebola virus outbreak via the C-17 Globemaster III of the Indian Air Force. Sharing visuals of the immediate medical assistance provided by India, the Indian Air Force underlined in a post on X how the mission demonstrates its response capabilities during humanitarian contingencies.

'An IAF C-17 Globemaste

"Historic moment": Congress MP Shashi Tharoor hails inclusion of two players of Indian heritage in FIFA World Cup squads

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:32:11 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Tuesday hailed the inclusion of two players of Indian heritage in FIFA World Cup 2026 squads, calling it a 'historic moment' for Indian football fans.

In a post on X, Tharoor highlighted the selection of Tahsin Mohammed Jamshid in Qatar's national team and Nishan Velupillay in Australia's 26-member World Cup squad.

'A historic moment for Indian

"It is a tremendous honour": Sairaj Bahutule on India spin coach appointment

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:59:53 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Newly-appointed India men's cricket team spin-bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule expressed his delight at joining the national setup, calling the opportunity to serve Indian cricket once again 'deeply special.'

Bahutule's remarks came after he was appointed as the spin-bowling coach of the India men's senior team ahead of the one-off Test against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh. Reacting

Sairaj Bahutule appointed India spin-bowling coach ahead of Afghanistan one-off Test

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:01:18 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Former India leg-spinner Sairaj Bahutule has joined the men's national team as spin-bowling coach ahead of the one-off Test against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh, scheduled from June 6 to 10, according to ESPNcricinfo.

The 53-year-old will oversee India's spin department across formats. Bahutule joins the Indian camp after a stint with Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Indian Premier Lea

South Africa records highest new vehicle sales in over decade

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:11:25 GMT

Car purchases grew 12.8% year on year in May, the countrys automotive industry association has said

South Africa's new vehicle market maintained its upward momentum in May, recording its strongest monthly sales performance since 2013, the country's automotive industry association has said.

According to the Automotive Business Council, aggregate new vehicle sales increased by 12.8% year-on-y

India continues to strengthen Africa's public health preparedness amid Ebola outbreak

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:31:55 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): India has extended urgent medical assistance to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) to support their Ebola response efforts, in response to a request received from the African Union Commission.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement that India's support is tailored to meet the needs of the Africa CDC to contain the Ebola outbreak

Shreeji Global FMCG Ltd delivered record-breaking financial performance in FY2026; PAT up 62.83 Percent at Rs. 1,992.04 lakh

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:59:52 GMT

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Rajkot (Gujarat) [India], June 2: Rajkot, Gujarat-based Shreeji Global FMCG Limited (NSE - SHETHJI) is a leading company engaged in the supply of ground and whole spices, blended spices, seeds, grains, pulses, flour, and other food products under the brand name 'Shethji.' The company has announced its audited financial results for the second half and the full year of

An 85 Million Yen Story, Why 'Tokyo Spies' by Onyeka Nwelue is the Most Anticipated Literary Novel of 2026

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:59:36 GMT

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New Delhi [India], June 2: There are novels that entertain, and then there are novels that excavate. 'Tokyo Spies', the latest literary fiction from acclaimed Nigerian writer Onyeka Nwelue, belongs firmly in the latter category. Releasing in June 2026 and already the subject of a landmark Y=85 million ($600,000 USD) publishing deal in Japan, the novel arrives as a quietly explosive work of cross-cultural int

"Partnership not only about commerce, but about building resilient economies": S.African Deputy President Mashatile

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:58:58 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): South African Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile and Vice President CP Radhakrishnan on Tuesday held a working meeting in New Delhi, emphasising deeper economic cooperation and stronger strategic ties between the two countries.

The meeting, held at the Vice President's Enclave, brought together Mashatile and the South African delegation with their Indian counterparts as

Kenyans protest US Ebola facility plan (PHOTOS/VIDEO)

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:45:32 GMT

Peoplehave blocked roads and burnedtiresto show their displeasure overa proposed quarantine center

Hundreds of Kenyans gathered in the streets of the town of Nanyuki on Monday to protest a proposed US Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base.

Video shows groups of young protesters marching toward the entrance of the air base while chanting anti-Ebola slogans. Demonstrators also blocke

Jaishankar, Thuringia Minister-President Mario Voigt discuss business, technology cooperation

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:00:38 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday held talks with Thuringia Minister-President Mario Voigt and his delegation, highlighting the growing momentum in India-Germany and India-European Union ties.

In a post on X, Jaishankar said he was 'delighted to meet Minister-President Mario Voigt of Thuringia, Germany, and his delegation,' and he welcomed his strong support for e

S.African Deputy President Mashatile meets Vice President CP Radhakrishnan

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:32:22 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): South African Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile alongwith his delegation, on Tuesday met Vice President CP Radhakrishnan.

Earlier, Mashatile met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. According to Jaishankar, both leaders discussed ways to deepen bilateral cooperation in various sectors and agreed to work closely in international forums.

In a post on X, Jaishanka

Indian Entrepreneur Gagan Gupta's African EV platform Spiro Raises USD 215M; Pune Tech Center to Drive Continental Scale

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:31:38 GMT

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Pune (Maharashtra) [India], June 2: Spiro announces a USD 215 million investment round to accelerate the deployment of its electric mobility and battery-swapping infrastructure across Africa. Building on the support of long-standing institutional partners such as FEDA, Spiro's latest equity round draws global capital from Europe and Africa, confirming growing global confidence in scalable infrastructure-

"Deeply committed to relationship and friendship with India", says S. African Dy President Mashatile at meeting with EAM Jaishankar

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:03:41 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): A high-level courtesy meeting took place on Tuesday between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and South African Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile, during the latter's working visit to India, as per an official release from the South African side.

During the discussions, South African Deputy President Mashatile expressed appreciation to External Affairs Minister S J

(Hello Africa) South Africa's iconic Kruger National Park enters 2nd century with legacy of conservation

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:45:33 GMT

Addressing the centenary celebration held at Skukuza Rest Camp, Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Willie Aucamp said Kruger's first century had been built on conservation, scientific research and tourism, while its second century would add a fourth pillar -- community participation.

SKUKUZA, South Africa, June 2 (Xinhua) -- As dawn breaks over the vast savannah of northeastern S

Russia boosts wheat exports to Kenya report

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:27:03 GMT

Deliveries reached 1.4 million tons by late May making it one of Russias key African grain markets, Agroexport has reported

Russian wheat exports to Kenya have climbed 10% year-on-year this season, the Russian agriculture export agency Agroexport reported on Monday.

According to the agency, shipments reached around 1.4 million tons by late May, already surpassing the roughly 1.3 million ton

Ethiopia's 7th general election underway with 54 mln eligible voters

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:15:14 GMT

According to the National Election Board of Ethiopia, more than 54 million people, out of Ethiopia's estimated 130 million population, are registered to vote, with youth and women forming a significant number of the electorate.

ADDIS ABABA, June 2 (Xinhua) -- Polling stations opened across Ethiopia on Monday morning as millions of voters are set to cast their ballots in the country's seventh gene

"It was a pleasure and privilege": Anand Sharma meets South Africa's Deputy President Paul Mashatile in New Delhi

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:32:04 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Congress leader and former Union Minister Anand Sharma met visiting South African Deputy President Paul Mashatile in the national capital on Monday, highlighting the 'historic and special relations' between India and South Africa and the shared legacy of Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela.

In a post on X, Sharma said it was a 'pleasure and privilege' to meet Mashatile and noted tha

Jaishankar meets S African Deputy President Mashatile, discusses opportunities in various sectors

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:30:35 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday held talks with South African Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile in New Delhi, where both leaders discussed ways to deepen bilateral cooperation in various sectors and agreed to work closely in international forums.

In a post on X, Jaishankar said he was 'pleased to meet' Mashatile and appreciated his 'strong commitment t

India dispatches second tranche of medical assistance to strengthen Ebola response capacities across Africa

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:30:16 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): India has dispatched the second tranche of 43 tonnes of medical assistance consignment to Africa's Centre for Disease Control and Prevention to bolster response capacities across Africa in the wake of the Ebola outbreak.

Sharing the details in a post on X, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the assistance comprises of protective gear, diagnostic and monitoring equip

Ellyse Perry nears historic 50-match milestone in Women's T20 World Cup

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 06:00:49 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Australia's star all-rounder Ellyse Perry closes in on a landmark appearance in the Women's T20 World Cup as the world No. 1 side opens its campaign against South Africa in Manchester on June 13.

Veteran all-rounder Perry, who has featured in every Australian squad since the inaugural edition in 2009, is set to make history by becoming the first player to reach 50 appearances in t

SOUTH AFRICA-MPUMALANGA-KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:45:23 GMT

(260602) -- SKUKUZA, June 2, 2026 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on May 30, 2026 shows a view of Kruger National Park in Mpumalanga Province, South Africa.

South Africa's Kruger National Park is one of Africa's largest and most celebrated protected areas. On Saturday, the park marked its 100th anniversary, reflecting on a legacy of conservation, scientific research and tourism while looking ahead to the

Guillermo Ochoa makes Mexico's roster for record sixth World Cup

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:25:23 GMT

(Photo credit: Talia Sprague-Imagn Images)

Goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa will represent Mexico in a record sixth World Cup appearance after being named to the country's 26-man roster on Monday by manager Javier Aguirre.

Ochoa, who turns 41 on July 13, will have a chance to establish the record along with Argentina's Lionel Messi and Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo -- although it would only be the fourth he's play

South Africa debunks fake reward offer for reporting migrants

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:57:01 GMT

A widely shared Bloemfontein notice promising cash payouts is fraudulent, the Department of Home Affairs has said

The South African Department of Home Affairs has dismissed as fraudulent a notice circulating on social media that falsely claims residents of Bloemfontein, the capital of the Free State province, can receive rewards of up to R5,000 ($300) for reporting undocumented foreign nationals.

(Hello Africa) Dragon boat festival in Cape Town builds bridge for people-to-people exchange

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:15:50 GMT

The two-day event, held at Battery Park at the V&A Waterfront in South Africa's legislative capital, marked the fourth consecutive year that the festival has been celebrated in Cape Town.

CAPE TOWN, June 1 (Xinhua) -- The rhythmic beat of drums and the splash of paddles echoed beneath Table Mountain over the weekend as Cape Town celebrated the Dragon Boat Festival, bringing together local com

India-Oman CEPA takes effect: 98% duty-free access opens doors for textiles, pharma, MSMEs: Piyush Goyal

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:59:59 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday said that the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) that takes effect from today (June 1) will give Indian exporters immediate duty-free access to Oman and expand opportunities in services, pharmaceuticals and labour-intensive sectors

'The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement will add new

Kremlin slams France over borderline piracy

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:05:59 GMT

The French president has hailed a naval raid on an oil tanker in international waters as the enforcement of sanctions against Moscow

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has condemned the French seizure of an oil tanker in international waters as "borderline piracy." Paris had hailed the move as the enforcement of anti-Russian sanctions.

The crude oil tanker Tagor was boarded by French commandos

The end of SWIFT Chinas digital leap in Africa

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:09:59 GMT

Chinas digital payment system being introduced on the continent helps reduce dollar dependency, experts believe

As China doubles down on its economic presence in Africa, the relationship is entering a new phase that goes beyond bricks and mortar.

The Beijing Action Plan 2025-2027includessupport for 30 infrastructure connectivity projects across Africa, while countries such as Kenya and Ugan

Is Africa trading the dollar for the yuan?

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:09:59 GMT

China's digital payment system being introduced on the continent helps reduce dollar dependency, experts believe

As China doubles down on its economic presence in Africa, the relationship is entering a new phase that goes beyond bricks and mortar.

The Beijing Action Plan 2025-2027

West Indies announce 15-member squad for Sri Lanka ODI series; Shai Hope to lead

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:04:33 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): West Indies have announced a 15-member squad for their upcoming ODI series against Sri Lanka, with all three matches scheduled to be played at Sabina Park in Jamaica between June 3 and June 8.

Captain Shai Hope will continue to lead the side, which has been strengthened by the return of several key players, as per the ICC website.

Fast bowler Alzarri Joseph returns to the OD

Africa CDS welcomes medical aid by Indian govt amid Ebola outbreak

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:59:17 GMT

Addis Ababa [Ethiopia], June 1 (ANI): The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) welcomed the emergency diagnostics, therapeutics and medical supplies provided by the Government of India to support the ongoing Ebola response efforts in the eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

In a post on X, Africa CDC said, that the 'Africa CDC welcomes the emergency diagnostics

(SP)RWANDA-KIGALI-BASKETBALL-AFRICA LEAGUE-FINAL

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:16:02 GMT

(260601) -- KIGALI, June 1, 2026 (Xinhua) -- RSSB Tiger's Mangok Mathiang (R) vies for the ball during the final game between RSSB Tigers of Rwanda and Petro de Luanda of Angola at the 2026 Basketball Africa League in Kigali, Rwanda on May 31, 2026. (Photo by Cyril Ndegeya/Xinhua)

Uruguay unveil squad for FIFA World Cup; Luis Suarez left out

Sun, 31 May 2026 17:02:30 GMT

Montevideo [Uruguay], May 31 (ANI): Uruguay have officially unveiled their squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, with a surprising omission of veteran striker Luis Suarez.

The 39-year-old forward, a talismanic figure for the national team over the past 11 years, will not be part of the squad for the tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Suarez is not included for the first time since La Celeste re

Visa issues delay South African team's departure for World Cup

Sun, 31 May 2026 16:19:21 GMT

(Photo credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images)

The charter flight due to transport South Africa's World Cup team to Mexico on Sunday was grounded because of visa troubles.

The South Africans were expecting to travel to the Mexican city of Pachuca, where they will train, but not all players and officials had received their visas. The South African Football Association is attempting to solve the issue.

In a p

SOUTH AFRICA-MPUMALANGA-KRUGER NATIONAL PARK-100TH ANNIVERSARY

Sun, 31 May 2026 16:16:59 GMT

(260531) -- SKUKUZA, May 31, 2026 (Xinhua) -- South Africa's Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Willie Aucamp speaks at the centenary launch of Kruger National Park in Mpumalanga Province, South Africa, May 30, 2026. South Africa's Kruger National Park on Saturday evening marked its 100th anniversary with a centenary celebration at Skukuza Rest Camp under the theme "Our Heritage, Our Future." (Xinhua/C

SOUTH AFRICA-MPUMALANGA-KRUGER NATIONAL PARK-100TH ANNIVERSARY

Sun, 31 May 2026 16:15:49 GMT

(260531) -- SKUKUZA, May 31, 2026 (Xinhua) -- An African elephant is seen at Kruger National Park in Mpumalanga Province, South Africa, May 31, 2026. South Africa's Kruger National Park on Saturday evening marked its 100th anniversary with a centenary celebration at Skukuza Rest Camp under the theme "Our Heritage, Our Future." (Xinhua/Chen Wei)

South African Dy President Mashatile visits Dilli Haat to explore India's cultural, entrepreneurial landscape

Sun, 31 May 2026 12:32:30 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): South Africa Deputy President Paul Mashatile, along with South Africa's Minister of Small Business Development, Stella Tembisa Ndabeni-Abrahams, visited Dilli Haat in the national capital on Sunday as part of their ongoing visit to India from May 29 to June 3.

Mashatile's visit, along with his delegation at the open-air market, food plaza, and craft bazaar, was aimed at exploring

WHO chief visits Ebola hotbed amid alarming disease spread

Sat, 30 May 2026 21:36:54 GMT

Tedros Ghebreyesus believes DR Congo is able to contain the outbreak on its own, but independent observers are not so optimistic

The head of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Ghebreyesus, has visited the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), which is currently battling a severe Ebola outbreak. Ghebreyesus expressed confidence the nation would be able to contain the disease.

The

Bulgaria Faces Criticism Over Lack of Ebola Preparedness Measures

Sat, 30 May 2026 11:23:38 GMT

As several countries introduce stricter controls for travelers arriving from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, concerns are being raised about Bulgaria's lack of visible preventive measures. The World Health Organization declared a ?public health emergency of international concern? on May 17, following the spread of a new Ebola outbreak in Central and East Africa. Despite this, no clear institutional respons

Hundreds flee as South Africa anti-migrant mobs go door-to-door

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:47:16 GMT

Mostly nationals of Malawi and Mozambique, many told AFP they had fled their homes at the weekend and spent nights in the mountains and bush, before making their way to the small-town community centres.

"They said 'you are a foreigner, you don't belong in South Africa, so you must go'," Mozambican Thomas Vincent Baloyi told AFP in Gansbaai, around 110 kilometres (70 miles) southeast of Cape Town.

"I said, '

African island states seek stronger credit ratings for climate and blue economy finance

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:39:43 GMT

Addis Ababa, 3 June 2026 (ECA) - Experts, policymakers, and financial practitioners from across African Island States will gather in Mombasa on 12-13 June 2026 for a high-level workshop to enhance sovereign credit ratings and unlock access to sustainable climate and blue economy financing.

Jointly organized by the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the African Island States Coordination Committee (AISCC) un

SADC launches Landmark Initiative to Build Sustainable Energy Transition Mineral Value Chains

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 03:33:22 GMT

Lusaka, Zambia, 2 June 2026 - The Southern African Development Community (SADC) region has many of the sought after critical energy transition minerals. Now a five-year regional project is working to retain the mineral wealth locally while promoting livelihoods and driving industrialization.

The SADC region holds vast reserves of cobalt, lithium, manganese, nickel, and platinum group metals which have for many ye

Energy, fertilizers and trade under pressure: ECA calls for bold regional action in Central Africa

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 02:22:00 GMT

Yaounde, 28 May 2026 (ECA) - The ongoing conflict in the Middle East could fundamentally reshape global energy, logistics and industrial dynamics, with particularly severe implications for Central African economies. This was the key message emerging from the high-level webinar organized by the Subregional Office for Central Africa of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) under the theme: "The Midd

Can Africa break the cycle of crisis and recovery?

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:41:36 GMT

Addis Ababa, 1 June 2026 (ECA) - Having weathered three major global shocks in just six years, African economies have had no shortage of lessons. Yet many of the vulnerabilities exposed by those crises remain unresolved.
The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 exposed deep dependence on imported pharmaceuticals and medical supplies. Then, in 2022, the Russia-Ukraine war disrupted grain and fertilizer market

Egypt: Barriers to Work for People with Disabilities

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:30:00 GMT

(Beirut) - People with disabilities in Egypt face systemic barriers to their right to work amid poor implementation of a 2018 disability rights law, Human Rights Watch said today. They face discriminatory hiring practices, inaccessible workplaces, barriers to obtaining a national disability card, ineffective job quotas, and underpaid sham roles that deny them

WHO chief visits eastern DR Congo amid Ebola outbreak

Sat, 30 May 2026 16:57:06 GMT

UNhealth chiefTedros Adhanom Ghebreyesuscalled Saturday for more international help to combat the spread of thedeadly Ebola virusinDR Congoas he arrived in the eastern province worst-hit by asevere outbreak.
TheWorld Health Organization (WHO)director general told reporters in Bunia, capital of Ituri province, that the international community was helping the DR Congo government cope with the outbreak.
But he

Opinion ESG and the Rise of Regulatory Substitution in Africa

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 03:58:39 GMT

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A mine can hold a valid license and still lose access to finance. A coffee exporter can comply with domestic law and still be locked out of European markets. A cocoa trader can satisfy national regulators and still fail a buyers traceability test. Regulation no longer comes exclusively from the state. The market increasingly decides wh

Heavy rains trigger flooding, evacuations in South Africa's Western Cape

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:45:20 GMT

CAPE TOWN, June 4 (Xinhua) -- Heavy rains over the past two days caused flooding, road closures, power outages and evacuations in South Africa's Western Cape Province, authorities said on Thursday.
According to a statement from the Western Cape Government, the South African Weather Service reported rainfall totals of between 50 mm and 100 mm across the Central Karoo, while some areas in the eastern Garden Route

Trkiye ready to work with African countries against terrorist threat: president

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:45:16 GMT

ANKARA, June 4 (Xinhua) -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said here Thursday that Trkiye is ready to support African countries against the terrorist threat in the region, especially in Sahel.
"We stand by our friendly and brotherly countries in the fight against terrorist groups that sow instability, especially in the Sahel region of the continent," Erdogan said during a joint press conference with visit

Uganda coach disappointed as international friendlies in Morocco are called off

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:16:42 GMT

KAMPALA, June 4 (Xinhua) -- Uganda Cranes head coach Paul Put has expressed disappointment following the cancellation of the national team's two international friendly matches in Morocco.
Uganda was scheduled to face Tanzania on June 5 and Madagascar three days later in Marrakesh, the team had already arrived in Morocco when the matches were called off on Wednesday evening.
"The two International friendly

Roundup: DR Congo's Ebola cases hit 363, as Uganda reports 4 recoveries

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:15:28 GMT

KINSHASA, June 4 (Xinhua) -- Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have risen to 363, including 62 deaths, according to figures released Wednesday by the DRC government, while Uganda on Thursday reported four recoveries.
The latest developments were discussed on Thursday during an online press briefing organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Africa, whic

Over 900 Mozambicans leave South Africa in massive border operation

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:45:29 GMT

JOHANNESBURG, June 4 (Xinhua) -- South Africa's Border Management Authority (BMA) confirmed on Thursday that it successfully processed the departure of 933 Mozambican nationals back to their home country on Wednesday.
According to BMA Commissioner Michael Masiapato, 349 of the processed individuals were repatriated from the Lindela Holding Facility, which houses foreign nationals arrested for violating South Afr

Roundup: Chinese brands emerge as key force in South Africa's evolving used-car market

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:15:34 GMT

by Ntandoyenkosi Ncube
JOHANNESBURG, June 4 (Xinhua) -- Chinese automotive brands are playing an increasingly vital role in South Africa's pre-owned vehicle sector, offering consumers newer, feature-rich options and driving intense competition across one of the country's most vibrant retail segments.
This structural market shift is driven by the expanding footprint of Chinese vehicle marques, which are ra

Unsafe food causes 1.5 mln deaths annually, with young children hardest hit: WHO

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:15:03 GMT

GENEVA, June 4 (Xinhua) -- Unsafe food causes about 866 million illnesses and 1.5 million deaths annually, with children under five facing nearly three times the risk of foodborne disease compared with older children and adults, according to new estimates released Thursday by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Although they account for only 9 percent of the global population, young children suffer nearly one-t

Paunovic bullish on Mexico's World Cup hopes

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:15:34 GMT

MEXICO CITY, June 4 (Xinhua) -- Serbia manager Veljko Paunovic says Mexico has the talent to advance deep into the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup, which starts next week in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Paunovic knows Mexican football well, having had spells in charge of Guadalajara and Tigres UANL over a managerial career spanning 14 years.
"I am convinced of it. I've been saying it since I

Interview: Comoros always on China's side -- president

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:15:26 GMT

MORONI, June 4 (Xinhua) -- Cooperation between the Comoros and China is "exemplary" as it has stood the test of time while yielding fruitful results, Comorian President Azali Assoumani has said.
Bilateral relations have seen steady development over more than 50 years, with mutual political trust continuously deepening and tangible results achieved in socio-economic development, healthcare and people-to-people ex

Australia commits funding to support Ebola response

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:45:03 GMT

CANBERRA, June 4 (Xinhua) -- The Australian government on Thursday committed funding to support the global response to the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa and prevent the spread of the disease.
Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong and Minister for International Development Anne Aly said in a joint statement that Australia will provide 5 million Australian dollars (around 3.6 million U.S. dollars) to the initiati

FIFA World Cup Group C preview: Brazil enters group under scrutiny

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:18:52 GMT

MEXICO CITY, June 3 (Xinhua) -- Brazil headlines Group C as it seeks a sixth World Cup title, with Morocco aiming to build on its historic run in Qatar and Scotland and Haiti making long-awaited returns. The group will be played entirely in the United States, with Brazil carrying the weight of expectation and its three rivals looking to seize a rare opportunity on the global stage.
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40 Zambians repatriated from South Africa amid anti-immigration tensions

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:15:14 GMT

LUSAKA, June 3 (Xinhua) -- Zambia has successfully repatriated 40 citizens from South Africa amid anti-immigration tensions, according to a statement released Wednesday.
The Zambia South Africa Association (ZASA), an association of Zambians living in South Africa, said in a statement that the repatriation process began on May 23, and the returnees arrived safely in Zambia on May 25.
"The repatriation was

Betting on "Taiwan independence" will only cost Eswatini its development opportunities: FM spokesperson

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:19:08 GMT

BEIJING, June 3 (Xinhua) -- Betting on "Taiwan independence" has no future and will only cost Eswatini its development opportunities, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday.
According to media in Africa and the Taiwan region, before and after Lai Ching-te's visit to Eswatini, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities provided the country with 25 billion or so New Taiwan dollars

2nd LD Writethru: 18 foreigners among 21 killed in New Delhi hotel fire

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:45:27 GMT

NEW DELHI, June 3 (Xinhua) -- At least 18 foreign nationals were killed in a fire that broke out at a hotel in New Delhi, India, local media reported.
According to the report, the deceased foreign nationals were from Bangladesh, Nigeria, Mozambique and Liberia. The total death toll of the fire currently stands at 21, with more than 40 taken to nearby hospitals for medical treatment. The exact cause of the fire i

Mozambique to repatriate 1,000 citizens after attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:15:35 GMT

MAPUTO, June 3 (Xinhua) -- Mozambique plans to repatriate nearly 1,000 citizens from South Africa following a recent wave of attacks targeting foreign nationals, according to authorities.
Speaking on Tuesday after a meeting of the Council of Ministers in Maputo, Minister of Health Ussene Isse said nine Mozambican nationals had lost their lives in the violence and related incidents.
"Five were killed in th

Angola eyes stronger connectivity with Asia through new route to China's Guangzhou

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:15:31 GMT

LUANDA, June 3 (Xinhua) -- Angola's newly launched air route linking its northwestern province of Icolo e Bengo and the Chinese city of Guangzhou will enhance connectivity between Africa and Asia, Transport Minister Ricardo D'Abreu has said.
Speaking at the launch ceremony on Tuesday, he noted that the new route forms part of the government's strategy to expand Angola's international connectivity, attract invest

Regional health agency issues measles alert for World Cup

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

As World Cup fever rises in the Americas, countries are urged to strengthen measles surveillance and vaccination amid ongoing outbreaks across the region.
With the World Cup just days away, 16 greats of the game have been appointed Football for the Goals (FFTG) Champions, using their profiles to raise awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and advocate for a better future for people and the planet.

Tax data can be mined to shape better policies. South Africa, Uganda and Zambia show how

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:15:29 GMT

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FIFA World Cup Group A preview: Mexico, South Korea target group progress

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:46:53 GMT

MEXICO CITY, June 3 (Xinhua) -- Mexico and South Africa will kick off the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 11 at the Mexico City Stadium, repeating the tournament's opening fixture in 2010. South Africa is back at the finals for the first time since then. In the same group, South Korea will make its 12th World Cup appearance and the Czech Republic returns after a 20-year absence.
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Feature: Song, stance, shared table: China and Africa keep same beat

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:45:32 GMT

by Yang Dingdu, Wang Hao, Liu Youmin
NAIROBI, June 3 (Xinhua) -- At a copper mine in Zambia, workers are singing. On the streets of Dakar, young people are moving through tai chi. In a kitchen in Dar es Salaam, apprentices are working cleaver and wok.
Singing, dancing, cooking-across the continent, the everyday lives of Africans and Chinese are falling into the same rhythm.
This year marks the Chin

South African police confirm 2 Mozambicans killed in weekend violence

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:45:25 GMT

CAPE TOWN, June 2 (Xinhua) -- South African police said on Tuesday that two Mozambican nationals were killed after violence erupted in a coastal town in the Western Cape Province during the weekend.
Unrest broke out on Friday in Mossel Bay, a port town on South Africa's southern coast about 380 km east of Cape Town, where dozens of shacks were set alight.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the South Africa

South African government condemns anti-immigration violence

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:15:40 GMT

JOHANNESBURG, June 2 (Xinhua) -- The South African government on Tuesday strongly condemned the anti-immigration violence that erupted over the weekend in the Western Cape Province.
According to police, 55 shacks were set alight in the Asla Park informal settlement in Mossel Bay, while two Mozambican nationals were killed during the unrest.
The violence followed a wave of marches in various parts of South

Kenya's flower sector eyes market diversification amid global uncertainty

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:15:36 GMT

NAIROBI, June 2 (Xinhua) -- The 13th International Flower Trade Exhibition opened Tuesday in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital, highlighting market diversification and sustainable production.
The three-day event, themed "Shaping the Future of Floriculture," brought together 210 exhibitors and attracted thousands of global visitors, including flower buyers, growers, breeders, and consolidators from Europe, the Middle E

Mozambique extends livestock vaccination campaign amid import delays

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:45:29 GMT

MAPUTO, June 2 (Xinhua) -- Mozambique has extended a nationwide livestock vaccination campaign until mid-July after delays in imported vaccine supplies, while stepping up efforts to revive domestic vaccine production amid growing concerns over animal disease outbreaks and food security.
Speaking at the opening of the National Animal Health Meeting in Maputo on Monday, Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Fis

Ethiopian Airlines to launch passenger flights to Mauritius' Port Louis

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:45:25 GMT

ADDIS ABABA, June 2 (Xinhua) -- Africa's leading carrier Ethiopian Airlines announced that it will launch thrice-weekly passenger flight service from Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, to Port Louis of Mauritius, effective July 12.
The new route to the island nation underscores the airline's strategic commitment to deepening continental integration while driving economic growth across Southeast Africa and bey

At least 5 Mozambicans killed in anti-immigrant attacks in South Africa: report

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:45:21 GMT

MAPUTO, June 2 (Xinhua) -- At least five Mozambican nationals have been killed in recent anti-immigrant attacks in South Africa, according to a report by the Mozambique News Agency on Monday.
The report said the incidents occurred in Mossel Bay, located in South Africa's Western Cape Province.
As of June 1, about 800 Mozambican citizens had either returned home voluntarily or been repatriated from South A

Israeli defense exports hit record 19.2 bln USD in 2025

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:45:19 GMT

JERUSALEM, June 2 (Xinhua) -- Israel's defense exports reached a record 19.2 billion U.S. dollars in 2025, a year-on-year increase of about 30 percent, according to an annual report issued by the Israeli Defense Ministry on Tuesday.
The figure shows a steep growth trend, with defense exports more than doubling over the past five years and quadrupling over the last decade, the ministry said.
Missile, rocke

Ramaphosa urges South Africans to unite behind national team

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:47:28 GMT

JOHANNESBURG, June 2 (Xinhua) -- President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged South Africans to rally behind the country's national team as it prepares for its first FIFA World Cup appearance since 2010, with an opening match against Mexico on June 11.
In his weekly newsletter published Monday, Ramaphosa said Bafana Bafana carries the hopes and aspirations of more than 62 million South Africans as it heads to the tournam

1,500 Ghanaians register for repatriation from South Africa

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:45:39 GMT

JOHANNESBURG, June 2 (Xinhua) -- Some 1,500 Ghanaians have registered with their High Commission in South Africa to be repatriated to Ghana following growing anti-immigrant sentiment in the country.
According to a statement issued by the High Commission of Ghana to South Africa on Monday, over 1,500 Ghanaians have registered, and the verification and processing of these applications are currently underway.

Africa CDC chief slams Ebola-related travel bans

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:15:28 GMT

ADDIS ABABA, June 1 (Xinhua) -- Fear-driven travel restrictions imposed on African countries due to the current Ebola outbreak undermine transparency and disrupt critical health operations, Director General of the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) Jean Kaseya has warned.
In a recent interview with Xinhua, Kaseya strongly opposed travel restrictions in relation to the continued Bundib