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Politics · AfricaUS imposes visa restrictions on South Africans over discrimination claims
The United States has imposed new visa restrictions on certain South African nationals, citing race-based discrimination and uncompensated land seizures. South Africa has rejected the US allegations, stating the measures are based on mischaracterised policies and fringe group information.
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Conflict & Security · AfricaMexican Arturo Carrera Loaiza arrested in Nigeria, meth lab dismantled
Nigeria's National Drug Law Enforcement Agency arrested Mexican national Arturo Carrera Loaiza at Lagos airport on August 19, 2026, while he was attempting to flee the country. The agency also dismantled an industrial-scale methamphetamine laboratory in Ebonyi State.
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Conflict & Security · AfricaSokoto government closes mosque after cleric stabbed
The Sokoto State Government has ordered the indefinite closure of the Musa Lukuwa Jumu’at Mosque in Mabera, declaring it a crime scene. The government has also established a committee of Islamic scholars to investigate the causes of the attack on cleric Musa Lukuwa and prevent future occurrences.
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Climate · AfricaAfrican rainmakers face violence amid climate change impacts
In parts of Africa, rainmakers who perform rituals for rainfall are facing increased violence from farmers struggling with unpredictable weather patterns attributed to climate change. This has led to assaults, and in some cases, deaths.
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Conflict & Security · AfricaSouth Africa crash kills at least 21 on N1 highway
A multi-vehicle crash on South Africa's N1 highway in the Western Cape Province has resulted in at least 21 fatalities. Three individuals sustained serious injuries and were transported to hospital.
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Somali businesses seek new trade routes amid Houthi port disruption
Somali businesses are rerouting trade due to Houthi control of a key port city and island. This has led to increased displacement in Yemen and prompted Somali businesses to seek direct shipping from countries like Sri Lanka.
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Health · AfricaUS to phase out direct HIV funding for Namibia
The United States will stop direct financial support for Namibia's HIV response programs after 2027, shifting to technical cooperation. The decision follows Namibia's rejection of proposed health data sharing agreements and its achievement of UNAIDS targets.
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Politics · AfricaUN General Assembly votes to adopt new world map
The UN General Assembly has adopted a resolution to use maps that more accurately represent the true relative sizes of countries and continents. The move, driven by African nations, seeks to correct distortions caused by the centuries-old Mercator projection.
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Politics · AfricaNigeria House panel finds 58 accounts linked to PFIPC head Adeniyi Adeyemi
A Nigerian House of Representatives committee investigating the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) has uncovered 58 bank accounts linked to its director-general, Adeniyi Adeyemi, and found no legal basis for the council's existence. The panel cleared Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila of involvement.
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Conflict & Security · AfricaNigeria confirms withdrawal of 200 US troops after seven-month deployment
Nigeria announced the planned withdrawal of around 200 US troops deployed in February to assist with counterterrorism efforts. The military described the move as routine, while analysts noted persistent insecurity, including recent mass abductions in central Nigeria.
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Climate · AfricaAlgeria wildfires kill at least 12 amid heatwave
Wildfires have killed at least 12 people across several Algerian provinces, with authorities battling 58 blazes amid a severe heatwave. Families have been evacuated from their homes as a precautionary measure in some areas.
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Politics · Africa101-year-old woman arrested for selling cannabis in Nigeria
Nigerian authorities arrested a 101-year-old woman, Esther Ogunmabo, for allegedly selling cannabis. She reportedly claimed to have started the drug trade after her shop was destroyed by fire. The arrest is part of wider anti-drug operations.
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US urges expanded UN sanctions on Sudan to spur peace talks
The United States is pushing for stronger United Nations sanctions against warring parties in Sudan to pressure them into peace negotiations. The conflict has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and millions displaced, with famine affecting many regions.
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Deportees sent to Equatorial Guinea after refusing Liberia landing
Six people deported from the US to Liberia refused to leave the plane and were subsequently sent to Equatorial Guinea. The group included nationals from Cuba, Brazil, and Cameroon, with one deportee citing fear of danger in Liberia.
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Conflict & Security · AfricaKevin Rideout reunited with wife after 2026 release from Niger captivity
American Christian missionary Kevin Rideout, abducted in Niger in October 2025, was released on August 14, 2026, and reunited with his wife. President Donald Trump shared photos of the reunion at the White House on August 21, 2026.
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Politics · AfricaSouth Africa envoy warns Canada risks falling behind in Africa trade
South Africa's envoy has warned that Canada's approach to expanding trade in Africa is too focused on aid and security, risking its position compared to other nations. The envoy stated that Ottawa needs to shift its perspective to treat African countries as economic partners.
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Somalia faces child malnutrition crisis as aid cuts close facilities
Hundreds of health and nutrition centres have shut down in Somalia due to reduced humanitarian aid. UNICEF warns of a deepening child malnutrition crisis, with a significant increase in severe cases and millions of children at risk.
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US deports 20 migrants to Liberia under 1,200-person resettlement deal
The United States sent 20 deportees to Liberia on 20 August 2026 as the first group of 1,200 migrants the country will receive under a new deportation deal. The majority had committed migration-related offences, Liberia’s justice minister said.
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Health · AfricaCongo receives 70,000 doses of Ervebo vaccine amid Ebola outbreak
The World Health Organization announced 70,000 doses of the Ervebo Ebola vaccine for Congo, where the Bundibugyo strain has caused over 5,000 cases and 2,476 deaths since May. The vaccine is unlicensed for this strain but may offer partial protection, with 20,000 doses reserved for a trial.
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Media · AfricaTwo French journalists detained in Togo on visa charges after filming near restricted zone
Two French journalists filming for France 5’s 'Les routes de l’impossible' were arrested in northern Togo on 27 July and charged with 'false statements' regarding their visas. Their production company insists their permits were valid, while the French foreign ministry confirms a judicial investigation is underway.
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Also affecting Africa
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PoliticsGlobal gender gap closed by 69.2%, parity 120 years away
The global gender gap has closed by 69.2%, according to the World Economic Forum's 2026 Global Gender Gap Report. However, at the current rate of progress, full gender parity is estimated to be 120 years away, with political empowerment remaining the furthest from parity.
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Politics · IndiaIndia MEA calls BRICS leaders' illness reports fake
India's Ministry of External Affairs has dismissed reports circulating on social media alleging that world leaders fell ill after attending the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. The ministry's fact-checking unit labelled the claims 'fake' and 'malicious'.
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MediaOlu Jacobs, Nigerian actor, dies aged 84
Veteran Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs has died at the age of 84. His passing was announced by his son, Olusoji Jacobs, on Instagram. The family described the late actor as 'The Lion of Lufodo'.
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Politics · IndiaModi walks with Putin, Pezeshkian at BRICS Forum
Prime Minister Narendra Modi walked alongside leaders including Vladimir Putin and Masoud Pezeshkian at the BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi. Modi was seen holding hands with the Iranian president, a gesture underscoring solidarity within the expanded grouping.
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Politics · United KingdomJamaica petitions King Charles for legal guidance on slavery reparations
Jamaica is to file a petition with King Charles III seeking legal guidance on slavery reparations. The petition asks the King to refer three questions to the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council concerning the legality of slavery and the UK's obligation. The delegation will also discuss the repatriation of cultural artefacts.
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PoliticsGlobal population of over-65s exceeds children under five for first time
For the first time in recorded history, the number of people aged 65 and over has surpassed the number of children aged five and under globally. This demographic shift is attributed to declining birth rates and increasing life expectancy, with projections indicating a continued acceleration of global aging.
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Politics · UkraineZelensky and Trump envoys discuss Ukraine visit for peace talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a "detailed and constructive" call with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to discuss plans for their visit to Ukraine aimed at advancing peace efforts. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan also stated Turkey is pushing for a new grain export agreement.
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Abascal asks PP for votes to try Sánchez for treason
Vox leader Santiago Abascal has called on the Popular Party to provide votes to activate Article 102 of the Spanish Constitution, which would allow Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to be tried for treason. Abascal claims Sánchez knew about the Ceuta crisis and did not prevent it, showing an alliance with Morocco.
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PoliticsUN committee: Countries must consider slave trade reparations
A UN committee has stated that countries are legally obliged to consider reparations for the transatlantic slave trade. The guidance, published on August 31, 2026, argues that current international obligations require states to address the continuing effects of slavery.
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US deports dozens to Central African Republic, including Afghan with US military ties
The United States deported dozens of people to the Central African Republic on Saturday. Among them was an Afghan man whose brothers had collaborated with the U.S. military and who had been granted protection against deportation to Afghanistan by a U.S. judge.
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Politics · United StatesUS Treasury Secretary to Host G20 Finance Meeting on Growth and Iran Sanctions
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to host G20 finance ministers and central bank governors in Asheville, North Carolina. The meeting agenda includes addressing global trade imbalances, boosting economic growth, and tackling sovereign debt, with a significant focus on pressing countries to cut economic ties with Iran.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastMauritania intercepts boat with 161 migrants heading for Europe
Mauritania's coast guard intercepted a boat carrying 161 migrants, including 17 children, who were attempting to reach Spain's Canary Islands. The migrants were found in distress after an eight-day journey from Gambia.
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Ceuta buries 18 migrants who died in border crisis
Eighteen migrants who died during Spain's deadliest border crisis have been buried in Ceuta's Muslim cemetery. The burials proceed as repatriation efforts are reportedly stalled, with Morocco's government yet to accept paperwork.
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Politics · United StatesAbdul El-Sayed calls himself African and Arab after heckler calls him Arab in Michigan
Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed said 'I am African, I’m Arab' at a campaign event after a heckler shouted that he was Arab and 'don’t care about Black folks'. The exchange was reported only by right-rated outlets, with no coverage from left or centre.
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MediaFIFA fans petition for Infantino to resign over World Cup profit sale plan
A coalition of soccer fan groups launched a petition on 20 August 2026 calling for Gianni Infantino to resign as FIFA president after his attempt to sell future World Cup profits to private investors. The petition, backed by over 40 national groups, also demands structural reforms to prevent similar decisions.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastAsian refiners seek Saudi Aramco crude outside Red Sea over security risks
Asian refiners have asked Saudi Aramco to deliver September crude cargoes at Egypt’s Sidi Kerir port instead of Yanbu on the Red Sea, citing security risks. Some may skip allocations due to higher shipping costs, while Aramco negotiates private deals outside the Strait of Hormuz.
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Politics · United StatesUS revokes 175,000 visas under Trump over crime and fraud
The US State Department has revoked over 175,000 visas since President Donald Trump began his second term, citing criminal activity, visa violations and fraud. Assault, drunk driving and birth tourism were among the leading reasons for the cancellations, the department said.
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Politics · European UnionSpanish archbishop criticises mass migration after Ceuta border surge
A Catholic archbishop in Spain publicly criticised mass migration as a tool for political gain after thousands of people attempted to cross into the Spanish city of Ceuta from Morocco. Right-rated outlets reported the statement, while no left- or centre-rated outlets covered the story.
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PoliticsBlack Class Action Secretariat calls for national commission on slavery legacy
The Black Class Action Secretariat has asked the Canadian government to establish a national commission to examine the legacy of slavery and systemic racism. The proposal, timed with Emancipation Day, seeks consultations with Black communities and Indigenous partners to address systemic barriers.
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UEFA threatens legal action over Infantino's $4.2bn World Cup profit sale plan
UEFA has threatened FIFA with legal action over Gianni Infantino's abandoned plan to sell a $4.2bn stake in World Cup profits to private investors. The proposal, withdrawn after global criticism, prompted UEFA to explore an alternative FIFA president candidate ahead of the March 2027 election.
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