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With Genocide Case Against Israel, South Africa Challenges Western-led Order

After arguing its genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, South Africa won praise among pro-Palestinian activists…

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Blessing of Same-Sex Couples Rankles Africa’s Catholics

It is out of step with the continent’s values, many bishops say, and threatens to derail expansion in the church’s…

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Another Cocktail Festival, but a Different Continent: Africa

Plans are afoot for Ajabu, which will draw bartenders from around the world to focus on Africa’s contributions.

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Zulu King’s Reign Is in Doubt After South Africa Court Ruling

King Misuzulu’s claim to the throne in a storied monarchy has been the subject of a bitter family feud. The…

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How Africans Are Changing French — One Joke, Rap and Book at a Time

More than 60 percent of French speakers now live in Africa. Despite growing resentment at France, Africans are contributing to…

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Heavenly and Earthly Treasures Show Africa’s Mark on the Byzantine World

The Met Museum offers a treasure chest of North Africa’s influences on the golden age of Medieval art. On the…

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If You Want Our Countries to Address Climate Change, First Pause Our Debts

When poor countries are forced to default on their foreign debt, as Ghana and Zambia have done, they pay a…

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Across Africa, Young Leaders Emerge to Push for Change

Six people, all 35 or younger, talk about what they are doing to shake up politics on the continent, and…

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Putin’s promise of free grain reflects Moscow’s priorities in Africa.

The six countries that Russian President Vladimir V. Putin chose to provide with free grain reflect Russia’s foreign policy priorities…

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War Brought Putin Closer to Africa. Now It’s Pushing Them Apart.

As President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia prepares to host African leaders at a summit, a collapsed grain deal and…

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