Benin coup attempt foiled, regional forces deployed
Benin's government thwarts a military mutiny as Ecowas deploys troops. President Talon says situation is 'under control' after soldiers announced dissolution on state TV. Read the latest.
Benin's government thwarts a military mutiny as Ecowas deploys troops. President Talon says situation is 'under control' after soldiers announced dissolution on state TV. Read the latest.
Spanish authorities are investigating if a research facility leak caused the African swine fever outbreak near Barcelona, threatening the nation's vital pork export industry. Read the latest developments.
New polling reveals UK evangelicals favour Labour, contrasting sharply with the US religious right's Trump support. Explore the complex role of faith in British politics.
The Africa Cup of Nations is forced into a marginal December slot, highlighting FIFA's disregard for the continent's flagship tournament as the football calendar expands. Discover the impact on Premier League clubs and African football.
At least 11 people, including a 3-year-old boy, were killed in a shooting at an illegal tavern in Pretoria. Police are hunting for three suspects. Read the latest.
At least 11 people, including three children, were killed in a shooting at an illegal bar in Pretoria. Police are hunting three suspects. Read the latest on this tragic incident.
A catastrophic sardine collapse, driven by climate crisis and overfishing, has caused mass starvation of critically endangered African penguins. Urgent conservation action is needed.
Somali restaurant Sabiib in Acton tops Time Out's new list of the top 20 East African eateries in London. Discover the expert-curated guide and must-try dishes.
The Central London Alliance's 2025 Sports Festival concluded a five-month run, engaging over 30,000 people and revitalising central London's public spaces. Discover how sport drove economic recovery.
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte delivers a firm commitment to European defence, stating the alliance is prepared to take all necessary measures. Read the full statement and analysis.
ADF International, the global arm of the US-based Alliance Defending Freedom, is supporting a South Australian mother considering legal action after her daughter was exposed to controversial material in a school presentation. Explore the details and the w
The original boat used in the classic film 'The African Queen' was scrapped, a fate revealed in a new biography of Katharine Hepburn. Discover the story of a lost cinematic icon.
Spanish authorities deploy hundreds to contain an African swine fever outbreak near Barcelona, linked to contaminated food. The nation's €8.8bn pork export industry faces immediate risk.
African leaders convene in Algiers to demand official recognition of colonial-era crimes and reparations, citing Algeria's brutal experience under French rule as a key example.
Alarming research shows Africa's forests have transformed from carbon sinks to carbon sources since 2010, threatening global climate stability. Urgent action needed to protect vital ecosystems.
Nigeria welcomes its first official delegation from St Kitts and Nevis following a historic visa-free travel agreement, signalling a new era of Afri-Caribbean cooperation.
The tragic death of 18-year-old goalkeeper Cheikh Touré exposes a growing crisis of fake agents scamming young African footballers with false promises of professional contracts.
Central London Alliance warns proposed tourist tax could shutter businesses and damage London's competitiveness. Industry leaders demand rethink of economically harmful policy.
Prominent Canadian author Thomas King discovers genealogist found no evidence of Cherokee ancestry. Read his emotional response and the implications for his literary legacy.
Rishi Sunak leads cross-party alliance demanding NHS prostate cancer screening for high-risk men. Over 100 MPs urge action following David Cameron's diagnosis. Join the call for equitable healthcare.
Discover Akoko, the Fitzrovia restaurant awarded a 2024 Michelin star for its spectacular ten-course West African tasting menu. Book your table now for an unforgettable flavour journey.
The Global Fund to Fight Aids, TB and Malaria faces a critical $6.7bn funding gap as key donors reduce pledges. This threatens decades of progress against deadly diseases. Urgent action needed.
A former Soho toilet, once notorious as a 'cottaging' spot, is set for a new life as a café or shop. Westminster Council's plan faces criticism over the area's lack of public facilities.
The UK government has officially banned ticket reselling for profit, a move championed by artists like Radiohead. The crackdown aims to save consumers £112m annually from exploitative tout practices.
Sorfequiline, a new antibiotic, demonstrates stronger action against tuberculosis in recent trials, potentially revolutionising treatment for the disease that killed 1.23 million last year.
Discover how the Landseer Global AI Fund uses proprietary technology to identify genuine AI investments, delivering 77.3% returns over five years. Learn if it's right for your portfolio.
Tanzania's violent election crisis exposes Africa's fragile democratic gains. As repression escalates, discover why governance failures threaten continental progress.
Discover Jikoni in Marylebone, where Asian, African & Middle Eastern flavours collide. Try the famed prawn-toast scotch egg for a charming culinary adventure. Book your table now!
Former Houston Astros GM Jeff Luhnow, fired after MLB's sign-stealing scandal, reveals his ambitious plan to revolutionise African football talent development through his multi-club network. Discover how he's applying his 'Extreme Moneyball' philosophy to
The Kingdom of Eswatini has acknowledged receiving over $5 million from the United States to accept deportees under a controversial Trump-era programme. Discover the full story.