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Africa May 24, 2024

Chad's military leader sworn in as president after disputed election

Chad has sworn in Mahamat Deby Itno as the country's president, finalizing a disputed transition to democracy following his father's death in 2021, officials say.

Utah May 23, 2024

Family baffled after son caught in failed Congo coup: 'Did not go to Africa with plans for political activism'

The parents of Tyler Thompson are bewildered as to how their son, who they say had not previously engaged in political activism, got caught up in a failed coup attempt in Congo.

Africa May 23, 2024

Kenyan president, Biden appeal to global leaders to reduce huge debt on developing countries

Kenya President William Ruto visited Washington as Biden tries to convince African nations the U.S. can be a better partner than China, which has gained influence on the continent.

Africa May 23, 2024

Tunisian journalists jailed for criticizing the government, sparking outcry over press crackdown

Two Tunisian journalists were sentenced to one year in prison on Wednesday for criticizing the government. Both journalists denied the allegations in court.

White House May 22, 2024

White House reveals dinner menu for state dinner with Kenyan president

The White House released its menu for Thursday's state dinner honoring Kenyan President William Ruto and his wife, Rachel Ruto, which includes lobster and short ribs.

Africa May 22, 2024

From Zambia to Afghanistan, WFP warns El Niño's extreme weather is causing a surge in hunger

The UN's World Food Programme is calling on donors for help as extreme weather related to the El Niño phenomenon is causing a hunger surge in countries including Afghanistan and Zambia.

Africa May 21, 2024

Nigerian army rescues hundreds of hostages, mostly women and children, from Boko Haram extremists

Hundreds of hostages, primarily children and women, who were held captive by Boko Haram in northeastern Nigeria, have been rescued from the Sambisa Forest.

Africa May 21, 2024

Congo's army releases name of third American involved in foiled coup plot

An attempted coup in Kinshasa involving three Americans ended in failure and fatalities. The attackers targeted the presidential palace and the residence of a political figure.

Africa May 21, 2024

6 confirmed dead after vehicle slides off ferry, plunges into Nile River, authorities say

Six Egyptian women have died after a vehicle carrying about two dozen people reportedly slid off a ferry and plunged into the Nile River just outside Cairo.

Africa May 20, 2024

Americans in alleged Congo coup plot formed an unlikely band

In a weekend attack on Congo's presidential palace, three Americans formed an 'unlikely band' under the leadership of opposition figure Christian Malanga.

Africa May 17, 2024

UN experts say South Sudan is close to securing a $13 billion oil-backed loan from a UAE company

South Sudan is close to securing a loan of $13 billion from United Arab Emirates company Hamad Bin Khalifa Department of Projects, according to United Nations experts.