Africa

Why are Africa’s donkeys being stolen for their skins?

Animal welfare groups warn the trade threatens the livelihoods of millions of families

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The trade is driven by demand for gelatine extracted from donkey skins, used in medicinal and traditional products popular in some Asian markets.

Mother killed by husband; 3 young children left behind

Police found the victim critically injured during a raid targeting her husband in Tunisia

Family members told local media that Maysam had been subjected to assaults and threats throughout her marriage.

Senegal’s AFCON appeal verdict due by November

CAS expects to rule on Senegal’s appeal against losing the Africa Cup of Nations title

Senegal players celebrate with the trophy after winning the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) final football match against Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on January 18, 2026.

DR Congo condemns F1 decision to race in Rwanda

Formula 1’s planned return to Africa has sparked a political row

On October 13, F1 announced a 10-year agreement for an African Grand Prix

US warns of South Africa unrest, urges travel caution

Americans warned to avoid crowds during South Africa protests

Safety alert issued for Americans in South Africa

Meet Benin: Messi's final opponent for Argentina

The nation will have the honour of facing Messi in his final match for Argentina

Who are Benin? Messi's final opponent for Argentina

Morocco names its first-ever woman prime minister

PAM leader tasked with forming a government after her party won 97 seats in September vote

El Mansouri leads the Authenticity and Modernity Party, known by its French acronym PAM, which emerged as the largest party in the 395-seat House of Representatives.

Women found killed in S.Africa municipality rise to 11

Four suspects held as authorities hunt links in Ekurhuleni women murder cases

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South Africa mass shootings: 27 killed in two attacks

Gunmen armed with AK-47s open fire in township bar, killing 17 in latest tragedy

At least 27 killed in bar and store attacks near Johannesburg and Cape Town

South Africa mass shooting: 17 killed, 15 injured

Eight gunmen open fire in Johannesburg, 17 dead and 15 injured

Attackers torch vehicles and flee after deadly shooting near Johannesburg

Ekurhuleni killings: 10 women found dead in two months

Authorities deploy top investigators amid surge in attacks on women in Ekurhuleni

A view of Johannesburg skyline. The victim was found near a cemetery as investigators work to establish whether killings are connected.

Libya seizes 100,000 pills shaped like Arab leader

The tablets were hidden inside a cargo van after arriving in Libya through a seaport

Investigators began tracking the shipment and followed it until it entered Libya through a seaport.

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