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South African Court Orders Zambia to Return Former President Edgar Lungu's Body

A South African court has ordered Zambia to return former President Edgar Lungu's body amid a prolonged dispute over his burial, following conflicting rulings and family opposition to a state funeral.

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Pope Leo Criticizes Equatorial Guinea Prisons During Africa Tour Finale

Pope Leo condemned poor prison conditions and called for social justice during his visit to Equatorial Guinea, the final stop on his Africa tour, highlighting human rights concerns and government corruption.

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South Africa Police Chief Charged Over $21m Health Contract Controversy

South Africa's police chief, General Fannie Masemola, faces charges for failing to oversee a $21m health contract amid a wider corruption probe involving police and politicians.

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Nigeria Charges Six with Treason Over 2025 Independence Day Coup Plot

Six Nigerians, including a retired major general and a police inspector, face treason charges for a 2025 coup attempt against President Bola Tinubu. A former minister remains at large amid allegations of terrorism and money laundering.

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DNA Testing Reveals UK Soldiers as Fathers of Children Born Near Kenya Army Base

DNA testing has identified British soldiers as fathers of children born near a Kenya army base, providing legal recognition, financial support, and citizenship eligibility for affected families.

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Over 120,000 Attend Open-Air Mass with Pope Leo XIV in Cameroon

Over 120,000 people attended an open-air Mass with Pope Leo XIV in Cameroon, where he emphasized peace, warned about AI risks, and encouraged youth to support their communities during his Africa tour.

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Robert Mugabe's Son Admits to Firearm Charges in South Africa

Bellarmine Mugabe, son of late Zimbabwean leader Robert Mugabe, pleaded guilty to firearm charges in South Africa following a shooting incident in Johannesburg. Co-accused Tobias Matonhodze also pleaded guilty to multiple charges. Sentencing is set for April 24.

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Pope Leo Condemns Tyrants Funding Wars Amid Cameroon Visit, Following Trump Dispute

Pope Leo condemns leaders spending billions on wars and criticizes resource exploitation during his Cameroon visit, following a public dispute with US President Donald Trump.

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French-Beninese Activist Kemi Seba Arrested in South Africa Over Benin Coup Support

French-born Beninese activist Kemi Seba was arrested in South Africa while attempting to flee to Europe. Wanted for supporting a failed Benin coup, he faces charges of inciting rebellion and is under extradition proceedings.

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Julius Malema Sentenced to Five Years for Illegal Gun Possession and Firing

South African opposition leader Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison for illegal gun possession and firing. His lawyer plans to appeal the decision, delaying his parliamentary disqualification until appeals are exhausted.

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South Africa Appoints Roelf Meyer, Apartheid-Era Politician, as US Ambassador

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Roelf Meyer, a key apartheid-era politician, as the new ambassador to the US, filling a vacancy since last year's diplomatic tensions.

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Sudan War: Reporter’s Phone Reconnects After 3 Years of Silence Amid Siege

Mohamed Suleiman, trapped in Sudan's civil war for three years, reconnects after a communications blackout, revealing the brutal siege, humanitarian crisis, and ongoing conflict in el-Fasher and beyond.

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