Tragedy at Pilansberg National Park as tourist was trampled by elephants

Zambia's foreign minister, Mulambo Haimbe, has cautioned diplomats against interfering in the country's affairs after US ambassador Michael Gonzales expressed concerns over the theft of donated drugs, leading to a $50 million cut in US health aid. Haimbe criticized the ambassador's public approach, asserting that it undermined diplomatic conventions and offered to address issues through proper channels. Meanwhile, Zambia's Home Affairs Minister Jacob Mwiimbu announced that a forensic audit on the theft has been completed,...

Today, individuals over 50 represent the second largest demographic of HIV-positive individuals in South Africa. As this age group faces an increase in health issues such as high blood pressure, heart disease, and diabetes, there is a growing need for comprehensive treatment that addresses both HIV and these additional health conditions. The rising prevalence of multiple health challenges among older adults underscores the importance of integrated healthcare approaches to effectively manage their complex medical needs....

A US-funded flight carrying 59 white South Africans granted refugee status landed at Dulles Airport, expedited by President Trump, who cited their persecution as victims of "racial discrimination." The South African government has denied these claims, asserting they do not meet refugee law criteria, while immigrant rights activists criticized the initiative as unfair given the suspension of other refugee admissions. The situation has sparked controversy, with assertions of a genocide against white farmers in South...

At least 130 civilians were reportedly killed by Burkina Faso government forces and allied militia in March near Solenzo, according to Human Rights Watch (HRW), which describes the incident as a "massacre" linked to operations by Burkinabè special forces. The Fulani community, often accused of supporting Islamist militants, has faced increased violence, with HRW calling for investigations into these actions, which it defines as potential war crimes. The situation is compounded by ongoing militant attacks,...

Group A: Kenya (co-hosts), Morocco, Angola, DR Congo, Zambia. Group B: Tanzania (co-hosts), Madagascar, Mauritania, Burkina Faso, Central African Republic. Group C: Uganda (co-hosts), Niger, Guinea, Algeria, South Africa. Group D: Senegal, Equatorial Guinea*, Sudan, Nigeria. *Equatorial Guinea replaced Congo-Brazzaville after the latter fielded an ineligible player in qualifying. Full Article

Malawian cricket is mourning the death of Arjun Menon, a top official and operations manager of Cricket Malawi, who was "brutally murdered" at his home in Blantyre at the age of 48. The Malawi National Council of Sports condemned the violence, highlighting Menon's significant contributions to the sport and urging law enforcement to ensure justice. Menon, a former wicketkeeper for Singapore, also coached in various countries and was remembered as a mentor and leader, with...