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Second JDC meeting between India and Ethiopia held in Addis Ababa
The second Joint Defence Cooperation meeting between India and Ethiopia was held today, September 28, 2026, in Addis Ababa. The two countries discussed areas of mutual interest in the fields…
Oct 29, 2026
UN Rights Chief Warns Against Return to Full-Scale War in Ethiopia as Fighting Escalates
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk called on all parties to urgently reduce tensions, citing reports of deadly strikes on schools, disrupted communications and forced recruitment involving children.
Oct 29, 2026
Chinese automaker Chery buys Nissan plant in Africa as EV production shifts to new markets
Chinese automakers are increasingly shifting from exporting vehicles to Africa to assembling them there as they target the continent’s fast growing population, rising middle class and expanding demand for affordable…
Oct 29, 2026
AMANDA PLATELL: Everyone has missed the appallingly selfish truth about Harry and Meghan's return. I fear for the future
All of us were stunned by the news that the Sussexes are returning to the UK. But isn't it incredible that King Charles was also blindsided?
Oct 29, 2026
Jepkosgei sets Cardiff Half Marathon course record
Joyciline Jepkosgei sets a new women's course record at the 2026 Cardiff Half Marathon, while Gideon Kiprotich is men's winner.
Oct 29, 2026
1,400 Yemenis flee to Djibouti within 24 hours
Yemeni refugees arrive in Obock, Djibouti, within 24 hours as Houthis tighten their grip on the Bab al-Mandeb strait.
Oct 29, 2026John Galliano at the Met Raises Questions, UK Show of Sarah Cunningham Paintings Planned, and More: Morning Links for August 6, 2026
A major UK show of Sarah Cunningham paintings, John Galliano at the Met raises questions, and more art news.
Oct 29, 2026
Dangote blames marketers, IOCs for Lamu refinery protests
Aliko Dangote has blamed local marketers and IOCs for protests over his proposed $16bn oil refinery in Lamu, Kenya, amid a court-ordered construction halt. Read More: https://punchng.com/dangote-blames-marketers-iocs-for-lamu-refinery-protests/
Oct 29, 2026
Piyush Goyal to meet Russian ministers to advance EAEU trade deal talks
India's minister will meet Russian and EAEU counterparts to advance trade deal talks. Negotiations for a trade pact with the Eurasian Economic Union are in advanced stages. India seeks to…
Oct 29, 2026
Boeing Shares Soar 7% As FAA Certifies 737 MAX-7—Here’s Why It Took Nearly A Decade
The FAA has become more strict when it comes to certifying airplane models in recent years, doing so after a string of safety issues and fatal crashes.
Oct 29, 2026
Africa and China Advance Great Green Walls as Continental Wildlife Corridors
The idea of a "Great Green Wall" designates a large-scale reforestation initiative undertaken specifically to halt desertification. Currently underway in Africa to prevent the advancement of the Sahara Desert and…
Oct 29, 2026
Vieira leads wave of new coaches into Africa Cup of Nations qualifying
CAPE TOWN, Sept 23 : World Cup winner Patrick Vieira headlines a lengthy list of new coaches in charge of African national teams as the group qualifiers for next year’s…
Oct 29, 2026