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Dec
30
2023
By ABRAHAM ACHIRGA
In Nigeria and much of Africa, Catholic same-sex couples see no blessings soon

In Nigeria and much of Africa, Catholic same-sex couples see no blessings soon

NEWS
NIGERIAN Catholic couple Jane and Lucy have little hope their local parish church will bless their same-sex union anytime soon, as conservative priests across Africa choose to ignore a landmark Vatican ruling allowing such blessings. Conservative Catholics condemned the Vatican's declaration two weeks ago, which was approved by Pope Francis, that will allow blessings for same-sex couples, as long as they are not part of the regular Church rituals or liturgies. The pope has hit back against the criticism and what he called inflexible ideological positions that hinder the Church from moving forward. But in many African countries, such as the continent's most…
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Dec
31
2023
By The African Mirror
Renowned artist remembered for legendary contributions to theatre

Renowned artist remembered for legendary contributions to theatre

NEWS
SOUTH Africa mourns the untimely passing of a true artistic icon, Mbongeni Ngema, whose legacy in the realm of theatre has left an indelible mark on the nation's cultural landscape. Tributes from prominent figures, including President Cyril Ramaphosa and Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi, have poured in, honouring Ngema's immense contributions to the arts. Mbongeni Ngema, born on August 1, 1955, emerged as a trailblazing playwright, director, and composer whose creative genius propelled South African theatre onto the global stage. His acclaimed works addressed profound social and political issues, earning him accolades and admiration both at home and abroad. Ramaphosa led…
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Dec
31
2023
By SONIA ROLLEY
Over 1,000 Burundian soldiers covertly deploy in eastern Congo, internal UN report says

Over 1,000 Burundian soldiers covertly deploy in eastern Congo, internal UN report says

NEWS
OVER 1,000 Burundian troops have been covertly deployed in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo since October, wearing the uniform of Congolese troops and working alongside them in the fight against M23 rebels, an unpublished U.N. report seen by Reuters showed. Citing security and intelligence sources and sources close to Congolese army command, the report by the U.N. Group of Experts in Congo said the troops were airlifted from Burundi to eastern Congo by Congolese army planes starting from Sept. 21. The Burundian and Congolese governments and the Congolese army did not immediately reply to a request for comment from Reuters.…
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Dec
31
2023
By NIDAL AL-MUGHRABI, ARAFAT BARBAKH and DAN WILLIAMS
Congo election body says it will meet deadline for presidential results

Congo election body says it will meet deadline for presidential results

NEWS
THE head of the Democratic Republic of Congo's election commission said it would meet a December 31 deadline for the release of full provisional presidential results, dismissing opposition calls for a re-run of the disputed vote as the response of "bad losers." The CENI commission has come under fire for its handling of the delay-plagued December 20 presidential and legislative elections and the vote count, which the opposition and independent observers say have compromised the credibility of results. After a turbulent campaign, the poll in Africa's second-largest country and a major copper and cobalt producer was chaotic. Logistical mishaps, malfunctioning…
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Dec
30
2023
By The African Mirror
Stowaway found in airplane undercarriage at Paris airport in critical condition

Stowaway found in airplane undercarriage at Paris airport in critical condition

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A stowaway was found alive but in critical condition in the undercarriage bay of an Air Algeria aeroplane at Paris Orly airport, a security source briefed on the matter told Reuters. The person was in a life-threatening condition and was being treated at a nearby hospital, the source said. The plane was coming from the Western Algerian town of Oran, a two-and-a-half-hour flight from Paris. Stowaways in the unpressurised wheel-houses and cargo holds of planes can face temperatures of between minus 50 Celsius and 60 Celsius as well as a lack of oxygen. In 2019, the body of a suspected…
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Dec
29
2023
By The African Mirror
South African playwright Mbongeni Ngema dies in tragic car accident in Eastern Cape

South African playwright Mbongeni Ngema dies in tragic car accident in Eastern Cape

NEWS
SOUTH Africa mourns the loss of one of its most celebrated playwrights, Mbongeni Ngema, who tragically passed away in a car accident in the Eastern Cape.  Ngema, the creative genius behind iconic works such as "Sarafina," met an untimely demise in a road accident that has sparked renewed concerns about road safety, particularly during the festive season. Ngema, a towering figure in the world of theatre, captivated audiences with his masterpiece "Sarafina," a poignant portrayal of the Soweto uprising and an ode to South Africa's resilience in the face of adversity. The play garnered critical acclaim, captivating audiences not only…
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Dec
30
2023
By The African Mirror
The latest results in Congo’s disputed election

The latest results in Congo’s disputed election

NEWS
DEMOCRATIC Republic of Congo is gradually releasing preliminary results from the December 20 presidential election following a chaotic vote and an unscheduled ballot extension that have led the opposition to demand a re-run. Below are the latest figures from the election commission, known as the CENI, along with details about how the commission is counting votes and releasing its tally, and why critics are disputing the results. WHAT DO THE LATEST RESULTS SHOW? The latest CENI update on Thursday showed President Tshisekedi well ahead of his 18 challengers, with just over 76% of around 12.5 million votes counted so far.…
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Dec
28
2023
By NIDAL AL-MUGHRABI, DAN WILLIAMS and AHMED MOHAMED HASSAN
What is Egypt’s proposal for Gaza?

What is Egypt’s proposal for Gaza?

NEWS
EGYPT has held talks between Hamas and its allied Islamic Jihad to try and broker a permanent ceasefire in Israel's war in the Gaza Strip, which has killed tens of thousands, laid waste to the Hamas-governed territory, and displaced the majority of the 2.3 million Palestinian residents. Here are the various proposals Egypt is presenting: RELINQUISH POWER Egypt is proposing that Hamas and Islamic Jihad relinquish power in the Gaza Strip in return for a permanent ceasefire, said two Egyptian security sources. Hamas and Islamic Jihad officials have rejected such a proposal, the Egyptian sources said. Officials of the two…
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Dec
28
2023
By The African Mirror
At least 40 more people die in floods and landslides in DR Congo

At least 40 more people die in floods and landslides in DR Congo

NEWS
AT least 40 more people have died in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, local authorities said, after heavy downpours overnight that unleashed floods and landslides that left residents digging through the mud to find bodies. In the city of Bukavu, onlookers gathered to watch on Wednesday as a group of men hauled a car out of the mud to recover a woman's body from underneath, a Reuters witness said. At least 20 people died in Bukavu and at least 20 more were killed in the village of Burinyi, 50 km (31 miles) from Bukavu, according to officials in the two…
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