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Ugandan opposition candidate Bobi Wine rallies in Kampala slum where he grew up
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 13:49
Ugandan opposition candidate Bobi Wine brought his presidential campaign to the Kampala slum where he grew up ahead of Thursday’s elections.
Ugandan opposition candidate Bobi Wine rallies in Kampala slum where he grew up
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 13:49
Ugandan opposition candidate Bobi Wine brought his presidential campaign to the Kampala slum where he grew up ahead of Thursday’s elections.
Ugandan opposition candidate Bobi Wine brought his presidential campaign to the Kampala slum where he grew up ahead of Thursday’s elections.
Japan: 100 worshippers endure icy waters for Shinto ritual in Tokyo
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 13:36
The annual Kanchu Misogi ritual saw around 100 worshippers plunge into icy water at a Tokyo shrine on Sunday.
Japan: 100 worshippers endure icy waters for Shinto ritual in Tokyo
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 13:36
The annual Kanchu Misogi ritual saw around 100 worshippers plunge into icy water at a Tokyo shrine on Sunday.
The annual Kanchu Misogi ritual saw around 100 worshippers plunge into icy water at a Tokyo shrine on Sunday.
Cuba faces growing pressure from the United States after Maduro capture
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 12:47
Over the weekend, United States President Donald Trump pledged to cut off all oil and money flowing to Cuba, and urged the nation to make a deal with the US.
Cuba faces growing pressure from the United States after Maduro capture
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 12:47
Over the weekend, United States President Donald Trump pledged to cut off all oil and money flowing to Cuba, and urged the nation to make a deal with the US.
Over the weekend, United States President Donald Trump pledged to cut off all oil and money flowing to Cuba, and urged the nation to make a deal with the US.
German Chancellor Merz visits India to boost economic and defence ties
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 11:52
During his first official visit, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and India's PM Modi discussed trade, technology, and green development, aiming to reduce reliance on China.
German Chancellor Merz visits India to boost economic and defence ties
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 11:52
During his first official visit, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and India's PM Modi discussed trade, technology, and green development, aiming to reduce reliance on China.
During his first official visit, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and India's PM Modi discussed trade, technology, and green development, aiming to reduce reliance on China.
Uganda vote overshadowed by detentions, intimidation and fears of violence
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 11:35
Uganda heads to the polls this Thursday, but for opposition leaders, the election is being overshadowed by concerns over political repression and the detention of government criti…
Uganda vote overshadowed by detentions, intimidation and fears of violence
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 11:35
Uganda heads to the polls this Thursday, but for opposition leaders, the election is being overshadowed by concerns over political repression and the detention of government criti…
Uganda heads to the polls this Thursday, but for opposition leaders, the election is being overshadowed by concerns over political repression and the detention of government critics.
Ugandan churchgoers pray and fast for peaceful presidential election
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 11:21
At a Pentecostal church in Kampala, worshippers are hoping for a peaceful election. Ugandan Catholic bishops have also called for a fair and nonviolent vote.
Ugandan churchgoers pray and fast for peaceful presidential election
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 11:21
At a Pentecostal church in Kampala, worshippers are hoping for a peaceful election. Ugandan Catholic bishops have also called for a fair and nonviolent vote.
At a Pentecostal church in Kampala, worshippers are hoping for a peaceful election. Ugandan Catholic bishops have also called for a fair and nonviolent vote.
Syria: Aleppo residents return after clashes between government and SDF
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 10:58
As fighting eased on Sunday, residents cautiously returned to contested neighbourhoods in the northern city of Aleppo. The area is now controlled by government forces, though unex…
Syria: Aleppo residents return after clashes between government and SDF
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 10:58
As fighting eased on Sunday, residents cautiously returned to contested neighbourhoods in the northern city of Aleppo. The area is now controlled by government forces, though unex…
As fighting eased on Sunday, residents cautiously returned to contested neighbourhoods in the northern city of Aleppo. The area is now controlled by government forces, though unexploded ordnance continues to threaten civilian safety.
How the world can adapt to the new era of 'might is right'
African Business • 12 Jan 2026, 10:17
The old order, in place since the end of the World War II, is in tatters. What can be done to build a new multilateralism, asks Vijay Makhan.
How the world can adapt to the new era of 'might is right'
African Business • 12 Jan 2026, 10:17
The old order, in place since the end of the World War II, is in tatters. What can be done to build a new multilateralism, asks Vijay Makhan.
The old order, in place since the end of the World War II, is in tatters. What can be done to build a new multilateralism, asks Vijay Makhan.
Video of bodies outside Tehran morgue raises alarm about Iran crackdown
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 10:04
A verified video shows bodies outside a Tehran morgue, indicating a deadly crackdown on protests in Iran, with human rights groups reporting numerous deaths.
Video of bodies outside Tehran morgue raises alarm about Iran crackdown
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 10:04
A verified video shows bodies outside a Tehran morgue, indicating a deadly crackdown on protests in Iran, with human rights groups reporting numerous deaths.
A verified video shows bodies outside a Tehran morgue, indicating a deadly crackdown on protests in Iran, with human rights groups reporting numerous deaths.
People around the world rally in support of protests in Iran
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 09:51
Thousands took to the streets in France, the United Kingdom, Germany, the United States or Pakistan to express solidarity with protesters in Iran, amid the Iranian government's gr…
People around the world rally in support of protests in Iran
Africanews EN • 12 Jan 2026, 09:51
Thousands took to the streets in France, the United Kingdom, Germany, the United States or Pakistan to express solidarity with protesters in Iran, amid the Iranian government's gr…
Thousands took to the streets in France, the United Kingdom, Germany, the United States or Pakistan to express solidarity with protesters in Iran, amid the Iranian government's growing crackdown.