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Africa is a continent that covers 6% of the Earth's surface and 20% of the land surface. Its area, including its islands, is 30,415,873 km2, which makes it the third largest in the world if the Americas are counted as a single continent. With more than 1.2 billion inhabitants, Africa is the second most populous continent after Asia and accounts for 16.4% of the world's population in 2016. The continent is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north, the Suez Canal and the Red Sea to the northeast, the Indian Ocean to the southeast, and the Atlantic Ocean to the west.
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Rwanda and Belgium restore diplomatic relations after 18 months
Rwanda and Belgium have restored their diplomatic relations, which were severed in March 2025 amid the conflict in eastern DR Congo. The embassies are set to reopen with… -
Nigeria: 61 public officials linked to $271 million in assets in the United States
An investigation by PPLAAF and ACDC links 61 current or former officials, their relatives, and their companies to 284 U.S. properties. The authors are calling for inquiries into… -
Benin: 54 million FCFA in equipment to monitor displaced populations
The Beninese Agency for Civil Protection received 24 motorcycles and computer equipment worth approximately 54 million FCFA on Tuesday in Cotonou, provided by the IOM with European funding.… -
Ghana: 16 suspects arrested, churches used to print counterfeit bills
Ghana's national security agency claims to have dismantled four counterfeit currency production centers. Sixteen suspects have been arrested, and religious sites are said to have served as cover… -
South Sudan: Kiir dissolves government, five vice presidents removed ahead of elections
Salva Kiir has dissolved South Sudan's transitional unity government and removed the five vice presidents, Parliament, and state governments. The president retains his powers three months ahead of… -
After 13 years of marriage, Chrissy Teigen vows to choose John Legend again
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend celebrated their thirteenth wedding anniversary in Morocco. The model shared a message reflecting on their life as a couple. -
In Dakar, slow food brings fonio and madd back to the plate
In the Senegalese capital, local products like fonio and madd are gaining new visibility through street food, family recipes, and more creative dining options. -
South Africa: Charges against Fannie Masemola dropped, his return depends on Ramaphosa
South African justice officials formally dropped the four charges against suspended National Commissioner Fannie Masemola related to a police health contract on Tuesday. While the criminal proceedings against… -
SONEB: Appeal rejected, security market resumes
The ARMP dismissed Groupe S.L. Sécurité Privée's appeal against SONEB and lifted the suspension on lots 2 to 5 of a two-year security framework agreement. -
Sudan: Washington withholds Burhan’s visa ahead of UN, Khartoum appeals to Guterres
The United States had still not issued a visa for Abdel Fattah al-Burhan for the UN General Assembly as of Tuesday. Khartoum has appealed to Antonio Guterres, while… -
Mali: More than 100 soldiers killed in Dioura, military does not disclose its losses
The toll from the September 10 assault on the Dioura camp has been revised to over 100 Malian soldiers killed. Reuters and AFP cite several corroborating sources, while… -
Senegal: Pape Abdoulaye Touré case investigated for crimes against humanity
The Dakar public prosecutor has involved two investigative chambers in the case concerning political violence from 2021 to 2024. Several suspects have been arrested, including individuals linked to… -
CAN 2027 Qualifiers: Semenyo ruled out ahead of Ivory Coast-Ghana clash
Ghana will begin the CAN 2027 qualifiers without Antoine Semenyo. The Manchester City forward has left the squad due to a persistent ankle issue. -
Ostrich feathers caught up in the animal cost of fashion
An investigation conducted in South Africa documents painful practices in the ostrich feather industry, reigniting the debate over a fashion ornament. -
Senegal: Doctors to Strike for 48 Hours Due to Lack of Agreement
SAMES calls on doctors, pharmacists, and dentists to participate in a new national strike on September 23 and 24. The union states it has not achieved any concrete… -
Macky Sall loses legal battle in Paris against site challenging his UN candidacy
The Paris judicial court has rejected Macky Sall's requests to block nonamacky.org in France, a platform opposing his candidacy for the UN Secretary-General position. The September 9 ruling… -
In Sudan, the fall of the pound leads to business closures
The dollar is trading at around 7,400 to 7,500 Sudanese pounds on the parallel market after exceeding 8,400 last week. In several cities, traders have closed their businesses… -
Senegal: Mendy reveals he refused to return despite Vieira’s call
The Senegalese goalkeeper states that the new head coach tried to change his mind. After a few days of reflection, he maintained his retirement announced on September 13. -
Cotonou: Four business days late, insurance broker selection resumes
The ARMP declared the appeal from the Association of Insurance Brokers of Benin inadmissible, submitted four business days late, and authorized the resumption of the selection process for… -
Nigeria: 15 killed in Kebbi as residents flee after communal clashes
At least 15 people, including the traditional chief of Lafagu, have been killed in communal clashes in Kebbi State. Residents have fled to Bagudo, while police report several… -
CAN 2027 Qualifiers: CAF’s Best Referee 2025 to Officiate Burkina Faso-Benin Match
In their opening match of the qualifiers, Benin will be officiated by the Somali referee recognized at the CAF Awards 2025, who also refereed the UEFA Super Cup… -
England closes direct access to QTS for teachers trained in Nigeria and Ghana
Since September 9, teachers trained in Nigeria and Ghana can no longer use the direct procedure to access Qualified Teacher Status in England. The UK Department for Education… -
Benin Pro League: Eight members appointed to adjudicate disputes ahead of the resumption
Just four days before the resumption of the Beninese championship, the LFPB's disciplinary body is renewed for four years. Appolinaire Dassi leads a team of five full members… -
South Sudan: Kiir retains full powers, vice presidents must depart
Enacted on Monday, the electoral reform keeps Salva Kiir in the presidency with his constitutional powers during the electoral period, while requiring the departure of the five vice… -
Mango skins and fish scales: Maison 3 Points embraces local materials
In Libreville, Doriane Leet Cooper Taty is preparing over 40 creations that blend haute couture with local resources, from mango skins to atanga nuts. The runway show on… -
South Africa: Washington loses patience with Ramaphosa and bets on Mbeki
Tensions between Pretoria and Washington have reached a new level. The U.S. ambassador to South Africa, Leo Brent Bozell III, stated that the United States has lost patience… -
CAN 2027 Qualifiers: Onyedika available, Nigeria avoids another withdrawal
After suffering a shoulder injury with Eintracht Frankfurt, Raphael Onyedika is expected to join the Super Eagles for the first two matchdays of the CAN 2027 qualifiers. -
Pretoria: Kemi Séba will appear again tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23.
Kémi Séba before the Pretoria court: the thorny extradition request from Benin at the heart of the discussions After more than five months of detention on South African… -
Nigeria: Nearly 700 captives according to residents, anger rises near Benin
In Borgu, residents estimate that 600 to nearly 700 people remain captive one month after the August 21 attacks. A protest in New Bussa demanded their release on… -
University Orientation in Benin: Imminent Deadline for Non-Scholarship High School Graduates to Choose Fields on Apresmonbac Platform
The countdown has begun for the end of paid registrations at Benin’s public universities. .According to an official statement from the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research,…