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1. Historic Cycling World Championships in Rwanda
Kigali, Rwanda, hosted the 2025 UCI Road World Championships from September 21 to 28, marking the first time the event was held on the African continent in its 103-year history. The competition attracted over 300 million viewers globally and showcased African talent, including Ugandan rider Ronald Yiga. The event is seen as a significant step in developing cycling culture on the continent.
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2. Interpol Arrests 260 in African Cybercrime Crackdown
A major cybercrime operation coordinated by Interpol across 14 African countries led to the arrest of 260 individuals involved in online romance and extortion scams. The crackdown targeted scams where perpetrators used romantic deception and explicit images to defraud and blackmail victims, resulting in over $2.8 million in losses.
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3. Sudan Siege: Humanitarian Aid Deal Imminent
A U.S.-brokered agreement is set to allow humanitarian aid into El Fasher, Sudan, a city under siege for 14 months by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The deal includes an inspection protocol agreed upon with the RSF to facilitate aid delivery, aiming to alleviate the humanitarian crisis affecting tens of thousands.
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4. Angola Seeks Stake in De Beers
Angola has submitted a fully financed bid through its national diamond company, Endiama, for a minority stake in De Beers, the global diamond giant. The move is part of a broader strategy to assert greater control over regional diamond resources and form a pan-African consortium with Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa to jointly manage De Beers.
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5. South Africa and China Strengthen Investment Ties
In response to increased U.S. import tariffs, South Africa and China pledged to deepen investment cooperation, particularly in sectors such as mining, energy, and infrastructure. Chinese companies are set to invest in South Africa's gold mining operations and energy transition projects, aiming to bolster economic ties between the two nations.
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6. Madagascar Imposes Curfew Amid Protests
Authorities in Madagascar imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the capital after protests over frequent power outages and water shortages turned violent. The unrest highlights ongoing infrastructure challenges and public dissatisfaction with government services.
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7. Ethiopia and Niger Plan Nuclear Plants with Russia
Ethiopia and Niger have announced plans to build nuclear power plants in collaboration with Russia's state nuclear corporation, Rosatom. The initiative aims to address energy needs and promote development in both countries, though it raises questions about nuclear safety and regional security.
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8. Libya's Former French President Sentenced
A former French president was sentenced to five years in prison over a case involving Libyan funds. The conviction underscores ongoing concerns about corruption and foreign influence in Libyan affairs.
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9. UN Experts Report Systemic Racism in African Justice Systems
United Nations experts reported that systemic racism against people of African descent is prevalent in justice systems across the continent. The findings call for urgent reforms to ensure equitable treatment and access to justice for all citizens.
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