Africa
Madagascar's president dissolves parliament, escalating the crisis
The move also pre-empts a planned opposition-led vote to Andre Rajoelina out of office over the country's spiralling political crisis.
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Africa
Global shipping nations consider historic climate deal amid US opposition
The world’s largest maritime nations are gathering in London this week in a bid to strike a historic climate deal that could reshape the global shipping industry.
Africa
Zimbabwe: Ramaphosa and Mnangagwa Mourn 43 Lives Lost in South African Crash
[The Herald] President Mnangagwa and his South African counterpart President Cyril Ramaphosa yesterday mourned 43 people who perished in a Harare-bound crossborder bus in Makhado Town, 100km before Beitbridge Border Post.
Africa
Nigeria: No, Tinubu's Government Hasn't Introduced 5 Percent Surcharge On Petrol Products From January 2026
[Africa Check] No, Tinubu's government hasn't introduced 5% surcharge on petrol products from January 2026
Africa
South Africa: Shoprite Boss Pockets R87 Million After Record-Breaking Year
[Scrolla] Shoprite CEO Pieter Engelbrecht earned R87-million, R4-million more than last year, after the company's profit jumped nearly 22%. Shoprite sales reached R257-billion and profit hit R7.6-billion as Engelbrecht's pay increased through shares and bonuses.
Africa
Lesotho: Financial Constraints Hamper Parly Operations
[Lesotho Times] ...hinder localisation of SADC model laws
Africa
Madagascar: President Rajoelina In Hiding, Ignores Calls to Resign
[RFI] Madagascar's embattled President Andry Rajoelina has said he was sheltering in a "safe place" following an attempt on his life, ignoring calls to resign after spiralling unrest that has forced him into hiding.
Africa
Morocco: Morocco Gen Z Protesters Call for 'Peaceful Sit-Ins'
[RFI] The movement behind nationwide protests sweeping Morocco, the GenZ 212 youth collective, has called for "peaceful sit-ins" to push its demands for reforms on education, health care and to tackle corruption and a cost of living crisis.
Africa
Uganda: Government Pledges Phased Salary Increase Amid Ongoing Teacher Strike
[Nile Post] The government has reiterated its commitment to enhancing teacher salaries in a phased manner, starting with the financial year 2026/27, as part of efforts to resolve ongoing industrial action by teachers.
Africa
West Africa: Ghanaians and Nigerians Beware - Social Media Posts Promoting 'Afriquantumx' Investment Platform Are Out to Scam You
[Africa Check] Ghanaians and Nigerians beware: Social media posts promoting 'AfriQuantumX' investment platform are out to scam you
Africa
Africa: All of Africa Today - October 14, 2025
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Voters head to polls as Cameroon’s Paul Biya eyes extended term
Voters in Cameroon went to the polls on Sunday in a presidential election that is widely expected to see 92-year-old Paul Biya, Africa’s longest-serving leader, extend his 42-year rule for another seven years.