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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.
- CIA operative reportedly killed in Somalia… just as Trump mulls troop withdrawal?
A CIA officer and former Navy SEAL has reportedly been killed in combat in Somalia, sources claim, mere days after critics warned that Trump’s alleged withdrawal plan undermines US national security and endangers Americans.Nov 26, 2020 05:04World News - ‘Suspiciously behaving’ US citizen killed by security forces in Burkina Faso on eve of West African nation’s electionAn American was killed by soldiers in Burkina Faso’s capital, Ouagadougou, after apparently being struck by warning shots. The incident occurred a day before the African nation’s presidential election.Nov 22, 2020 06:40World News
- Hundreds of Senegalese fisherman struck by mystery skin disease, causing lesions and boils on their faces & extremitiesSome 500 fishermen in Senegal have developed a mysterious skin disease of unknown origin in recent days, prompting a major investigation as authorities rush to identify the source.Nov 20, 2020 11:15World News
- Potential Covid-19 vaccine hub in Africa: Russian trade envoy says Morocco mulling Sputnik V registrationMorocco is considering authorizing the registration and distribution of Russia's Sputnik V Covid-19 vaccine, according to the head of Moscow’s trade mission.Nov 20, 2020 07:25Russia & Former Soviet Union
- 16 dead in Uganda after protesters clash with police following arrest of presidential candidate Bobi WineAt least 16 people have been killed in Uganda amid unrest triggered by the arrest of presidential candidate Bobi Wine. Police said the deaths were caused by gunfire, suffocation from tear gas, and a hit-and-run incident.Nov 19, 2020 16:03World News
- WATCH: Violent protests erupt in Uganda as popstar and presidential candidate Bobi Wine arrested while campaigningProtests have broken out across the Ugandan capital Kampala following the detention of presidential candidate, Bobi Wine, on the campaign trail. The popstar-turned-politician is the main challenger to incumbent Yoweri Museveni.Nov 18, 2020 16:30World News
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