Jun 06, 2024
Kenya's Rhonex Kipruto Banned for Six Years for Doping Violation, Loses World Records and Medals
The ban, which will keep him out of competition until May 2029, follows a Disciplinary Tribunal’s ruling that identified irregularities in Kipruto's Athlete Biological Passport (ABP)....
Jun 05, 2024
Quadrupling of Subsidized Bread Prices Deepens Struggle for Millions in Egypt
Facing an increased wheat import bill, the Egyptian government raised the price of subsidized small loaves of flatbread on June 1, marking the first such increase in decades....
Jun 05, 2024
South Korea and African Nations Forge Nearly 50 Deals at Landmark Summit
The 47 agreements with 23 African countries were formalized during the summit as Asia's fourth-largest economy aims to tap into Africa's rich mineral resources and burgeoning export market....
Jun 05, 2024
Cycling Push in Harare: A Health and Environmental Initiative
Promoted for health reasons and to foster a cleaner environment, the initiative highlights the advantages of bicycles, which do not rely on fossil fuels....
Jun 05, 2024
Nigeria's Trade Unions Suspend General Strike After Government Promises Wage Increase
The decision follows the government's commitment to raise the national minimum wage to at least 60,000 naira ($40, £32) a month, which is double the current wage but falls short of the unions' demand for $330....
May 31, 2024
South Africa's ANC Faces Historic Loss of Parliamentary Majority
With more than 50% of voting districts counted, the ANC leads with 42% of the vote, followed by the Democratic Alliance (DA) with 23%....
