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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.
- Sudan’s Foreign Ministry summons British ambassador for ‘undiplomatic’ tweets
Sudan’s Foreign Ministry has officially summoned British ambassador Irfan Siddiq to answer for his “unbalanced attitudes,” after he tweeted about government firing at protesters but not about negotiations proposals.Jun 12, 2019 21:34World News - Guardian cries ‘Russians are coming’ amid new scramble for AfricaAs Western powers that once colonized Africa find themselves drawn back to the continent over its vast mineral riches, what can they do to divert attention? Why, blame Russia, of course!Jun 11, 2019 22:25World News
- Nearly 100 estimated killed in Dogon village in Mali, region’s second massacre in 3 monthsAn overnight attack on Sunday targeting an ethnic Dogon village in Mali left 95 people dead, local mayor Moulaye Guindo told Reuters. “Armed men, apparently Fulanis, fired at the population and burnt the village,” a local official...Jun 10, 2019 14:12Newsline
- 14 lions on the loose after escaping from South Africa's Kruger National ParkRangers have been dispatched to track down an escaped pride of lions, totaling some 14 big cats, that have been spotted roaming near a mining village outside the Kruger National Park in South Africa.Jun 7, 2019 08:36World News
- Sudanese security forces launch deadly raid on camping protesters, at least 13 killed – reportsSudan’s military has used live ammunition to disperse protesters in the capital, Khartoum, according to reports. A medical association close to the protesters said that at least 13 people have been killed and dozens injured.Jun 3, 2019 12:59World News
- Africa officially becomes world’s largest free trade zoneThe African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) finally came into being on Thursday, opening the way for a continent-wide market of 1.2 billion people worth $2.5 trillion.May 30, 2019 13:51Business News
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