U.S. Foreign Aid Cuts Hit Sudanese Refugees Fleeing Violence and Famine in Darfur

Temba Bavuma's leadership as South Africa's first black African captain culminated in the team's historic victory, making them World Test champions and marking a significant moment in the nation's post-apartheid sporting transformation. Bavuma emphasized unity and the importance of Test cricket, despite the lack of home matches scheduled, reflecting on the team's character and depth in a celebration of their achievement. More Context

Funeral arrangements for Zambia's former president Edgar Lungu, who died in South Africa, have been finalized after negotiations with his family and the government. His body will be flown to Lusaka for a state funeral presided over by current President Hakainde Hichilema, despite Lungu's prior wishes, with public mourning set to occur before his burial next Monday. More Context

Fears of crime in South Africa's Cape Town have led parents like Sibahle Mbasana to send their children on long commutes to safer, formerly white-only schools, despite the challenges of distance and danger. After transferring her sons to a school 40km away, Mbasana highlights the legacy of apartheid's educational inequalities and the daily struggles her children face. More Context

In Mogadishu, construction is thriving, offering opportunities to female engineers Fathi Mohamed Abdi and Saadia Ahmed Omar, who have overseen over 30 multimillion-dollar projects despite challenges in a male-dominated industry. While the city transforms with new buildings, concerns persist about safety and the loss of its historical character, as experts warn of potential hazards linked to the materials used in construction. More Context

At least 45 people were killed in an overnight attack by armed cattle herders in Yelewata, Benue state, Nigeria, with many houses set ablaze during the raid. This incident follows a recent attack in Makurdi that left 25 dead, highlighting ongoing violent clashes over land between nomadic herders and settled farmers in central Nigeria. More Context

A controversial internal memo from Nigeria's agriculture ministry calls for staff to pray and fast for food security, prompting public skepticism about the government's commitment to addressing rising food costs. While officials assert the prayer initiative is for staff wellbeing and not a policy solution, critics view it as evidence of governmental negligence amid worsening food insecurity affecting millions. More Context