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Get the latest breaking news on Africa and its countries, which comprise the world’s second largest continent both by area and population. African countries dominate the list of the poorest nations in the world. Despite its variety of natural resources, Africa remains very underdeveloped. Follow the news on economy and development in Africa. Moreover, different types of crime are very common in Africa, including assaults and corruption. Also, find the news on the most dangerous terrorist organizations in Africa, like Boko Haram, Al-Shabaab, Ansar al-Sharia in Libya and Tunisia, and others. However, there are some good sportsmen in Africa – check out RT. com for sport news, as well as culture in Africa. The continent is also known for its wildlife and nature, so don’t miss the news on them.
- At least 16 killed in Burkina Faso mosque attack – reports
At least 16 worshipers were killed and two others seriously injured after a mosque was attacked in the West African state of Burkina Faso, security sources have said.Oct 12, 2019 15:09World News - Africa may become home to 90% of the world’s poor – World BankFour in ten Africans, or over 416 million people, lived on less than $1.90 per day in 2015, according to a new report released by the World Bank on Wednesday.Oct 9, 2019 14:10Business News
- Twin attack targets US military base & Italian convoy in SomaliaA US base and an Italian military convoy have come under attack in Somalia where foreign troops are stationed to support the government. In both cases the Al-Qaeda-linked Islamist group Al-Shabaab claimed responsibility.Sep 30, 2019 14:22World News
- 'Icon of liberation' v 'dictator': Zimbabwe's ex-leader Robert Mugabe dies at 95Zimbabwe's former ruler for 37 years, Robert Mugabe, died on Friday. Praised as "hero", he led the nation to independence and became its first elected leader, but was later forced out amid economic collapse.Sep 6, 2019 17:04World News
- US-bound AFRICAN migrants clash with police at southern Mexican border (VIDEO)Migrants from Africa demanding the right to travel to the US and Canada clashed with Mexican military police after Mexico cracked down on free migration in response to US threats of economic retaliation.Aug 27, 2019 22:20World News
- ‘Unidentified leader’: AP reporter accused of racism after SA’s Ramaphosa left unnamed on G7 photoThe AP’s six-year veteran White House reporter Darlene Superville has triggered a backlash in Africa and drawn the ire of many on Twitter after referring to South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa as an “unidentified leader.”Aug 27, 2019 09:42World News
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