Hong Ting forum held in Kenya to advance China-Africa modernisation drive
PS Korir Sing'Oei said the forum reaffirmed the importance of fostering Sino-African dialogue to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
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Hong Ting forum held in Kenya to advance China-Africa modernisation drive
China fuels global innovation through sci-tech cooperation
The ongoing 2025 ZGC Annual Conference highlights the transformation of Zhongguancun, China's "Silicon Valley," into a global innovation hub.
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China fuels global innovation through sci-tech cooperation
WHO faces 2.5 billion USD funding gap as U.S. announce withdrawal
WHO is facing a budget gap of 1.9 billion U.S. dollars for 2026 and 2027, along with a 600-million-dollar deficit through 2025, according to media reports on Wednesday.
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WHO faces 2.5 billion USD funding gap as U.S. announce withdrawal
Somalia, AU condemn "despicable" attack on presidential convoy
Somalia and the African Union (AU) have condemned a terrorist attack that targeted President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's convoy in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia, on Tuesday.
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Somalia, AU condemn "despicable" attack on presidential convoy
DR Congo accuses Rwandan army of supporting rebel attacks against its military bases
Two Rwandan soldiers were arrested and accused of supporting rebels of the M23 in attacks early Monday against military positions in northeastern DRC.
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DR Congo accuses Rwandan army of supporting rebel attacks against its military bases
Tech innovation cultivates new productive forces in China's rural revitalisation
China's "No. 1 central document" for 2025 outlines its priorities in deepening rural reforms and takes solid steps to advance all-around rural revitalization.
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Tech innovation cultivates new productive forces in China's rural revitalisation
47 ships reroute to Suez Canal since Feb
Suez Canal Authority Chairman Osama Rabie announced on Sunday that 47 ships have adjusted their routes to pass through the Suez Canal instead of the Cape of Good Hope.
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47 ships reroute to Suez Canal since Feb
Zelensky says Ukraine will not participate in US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia
Zelensky said Kiev would not participate in the upcoming US-Russia negotiations set to take place in Saudi Arabia this week, the Interfax-Ukraine news agency reported.
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Zelensky says Ukraine will not participate in US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia
Cape Verde reports African swine fever outbreak
Cape Verde's Ministry of Agriculture and Environment announced in a statement on Monday an outbreak of African swine fever on Boa Vista Island, following laboratory tests.
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Cape Verde reports African swine fever outbreak
UN: Humanitarian needs in Gaza overwhelming
The use of lethal, war-like tactics during Israeli military operations in the West Bank raises concerns over the use of force that exceeds law enforcement standards.
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UN: Humanitarian needs in Gaza overwhelming
Sudanese army reports advancements in fight against paramilitary forces
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) on Monday announced that its forces had made advancements in their fight against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on different fronts.
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Sudanese army reports advancements in fight against paramilitary forces
African executives urge policy shift to unleash coastal tourism potential
Realizing the full potential of Africa's coastal tourism demands policy and legislative reforms to attract investments required to establish supportive infrastructure.
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African executives urge policy shift to unleash coastal tourism potential
Experts: Chinese post growing interest in ice, snow fun as life gets better
The growth of ice and snow tourism has transformed how Chinese people perceive and experience winter, according to Dai Bin, president of the China Tourism Academy.
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Experts: Chinese post growing interest in ice, snow fun as life gets better
UN chief rejects "any form of ethnic cleansing" in Gaza
"A viable, sovereign Palestinian State living side-by-side in peace and security with Israel is the only sustainable solution for Middle East stability," the UN chief said.
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UN chief rejects "any form of ethnic cleansing" in Gaza
DR Congo's Goma in crisis as humanitarians fear disease outbreaks
M23 rebels and the Rwandan Defense Forces continue to consolidate their control over Goma and most of the territories of North Kivu province the armed group previously seized.
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DR Congo's Goma in crisis as humanitarians fear disease outbreaks
China assumes UN Security Council rotating presidency for February
China will work on the priorities of reaffirming member states' commitment to multilateralism and enhancing global governance.
By 2 months ago
China assumes UN Security Council rotating presidency for February
All 67 victims recovered from DC helicopter-plane collision
The remains of all 67 individuals who died in the helicopter and passenger plane midair collision in Washington, DC last week have been recovered by rescue teams, US media reported Tuesday.
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All 67 victims recovered from DC helicopter-plane collision
Sweden's worst mass shooting in history kills 10 at school
The shooting occurred amid years of escalating armed violence in Sweden, with the past few months witnessing an unprecedented number of explosions, experts said.
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Sweden's worst mass shooting in history kills 10 at school
Canada hits back at Trump tariffs with own tariffs
Canada announced retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports late Saturday after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed 25-percent tariffs on most Canadian products.
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Canada hits back at Trump tariffs with own tariffs
WHO deploys emergency team to help Uganda fight new Ebola outbreak
WHO said on Thursday that it has deployed an emergency medical team to help Uganda fight a deadly Ebola outbreak that killed a health worker in Kampala, the Ugandan capital.
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WHO deploys emergency team to help Uganda fight new Ebola outbreak
DR Congo rejects any dialogue with M23: defense minister
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has rejected any dialogue with the March 23 Movement (M23) armed group, as the latter claimed earlier to be "open to direct dialogue.
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DR Congo rejects any dialogue with M23: defense minister
Cross-cultural ties flourish as Kenyans join Chinese New Year celebration
The 2025 Chinese New Year marks the beginning of the Year of the Snake. The snake is the sixth animal in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac and represents wisdom.
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Cross-cultural ties flourish as Kenyans join Chinese New Year celebration
Kenyan recycling firm revives EV batteries, drives green transition
An increasing number of EV in Kenya are finding a second life, thanks to the innovative efforts of a local recycling firm. By repurposing used batteries into affordable alternatives.
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Kenyan recycling firm revives EV batteries, drives green transition
China to work with Kenya for deepened cooperation: new ambassador
New Chinese Ambassador to Kenya Guo Haiyan said Thursday that China is willing to work with Kenya to deepen friendly and mutually beneficial cooperation.
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China to work with Kenya for deepened cooperation: new ambassador
246 survivors, 78 bodies recovered from illegal mine in South Africa
A total of 246 survivors and 78 bodies have been brought to the ground over three days of rescue operation at an abandoned gold mine in South Africa, the police said Wednesday night.
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246 survivors, 78 bodies recovered from illegal mine in South Africa
South Sudan parties set to resume 'Tumaini' peace talks in Kenya
South Sudan's government delegation will arrive in Nairobi, Kenya's capital, on Saturday to resume negotiations aimed at achieving lasting peace and stability.
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South Sudan parties set to resume 'Tumaini' peace talks in Kenya
UN chief Guterres calls for action together to tackle intertwined global challenges
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday called for action together to tackle intertwined and unprecedented challenges amid the turmoil of the world.
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UN chief Guterres calls for action together to tackle intertwined global challenges
'TikTok refugees': RedNote sees an influx after US TikTok ban
TikTok, owned by Chinese internet company ByteDance but operated independently, has approximately 170 million users in the United States, nearly half that country's population.
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'TikTok refugees': RedNote sees an influx after US TikTok ban
Los Angeles mayor under fire for response to fatal wildfires
More than 110,000 signatures have been gathered as of Sunday demanding the resignation of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.
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Los Angeles mayor under fire for response to fatal wildfires
Tech industry slams Biden's new AI chip rules as threat to US tech leadership
Major US tech firms and industry groups slashed the Biden administration's sweeping new controls on AI chip exports, which could severely damage America's global competitiveness in AI technology.
By 3 months ago
Tech industry slams Biden's new AI chip rules as threat to US tech leadership
Sudan army retakes key city in central Sudan
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) on Saturday recaptured Wad Madani, the capital city of Gezira State in central Sudan
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Sudan army retakes key city in central Sudan
China's Xi stresses winning tough, protracted battle against corruption
Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee called for resolutely winning the tough, protracted and all-around battle against corruption.
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China's Xi stresses winning tough, protracted battle against corruption
Xi orders all-out rescue efforts following heavy casualties in 6.8-magnitude Xizang quake
President Xi Jinping has ordered all-out rescue efforts to save lives and minimize casualties following a 6.8-magnitude earthquake
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Xi orders all-out rescue efforts following heavy casualties in 6.8-magnitude Xizang quake
News Analysis: What happens next for Canada after Trudeau's resignation
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Monday that he is stepping down as the Liberal Party leader but will stay on as prime minister until a new leader is selected.
By 3 months ago
News Analysis: What happens next for Canada after Trudeau's resignation
Blinken admits US sent arms to Ukraine ahead of conflict
The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken admitted Saturday that the United States had "quietly sent a lot of weapons to Ukraine" five months ahead of the conflict.
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Blinken admits US sent arms to Ukraine ahead of conflict
Explainer: Why South Korean investigators failed to arrest impeached president
South Korean investigators with the anti-corruption investigative unit on Friday failed to arrest the impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol and left the presidential residence after being blocked.
By 3 months ago
Explainer: Why South Korean investigators failed to arrest impeached president
Ethiopia and Somalia agree to solidify ties following recent diplomatic tensions
Ethiopian and Somali officials have reiterated common commitments to ensuring peace and stability in Somalia and the region as the two countries solidify ties.
By 3 months ago
Ethiopia and Somalia agree to solidify ties following recent diplomatic tensions
UN reports rise in attacks targeting aid workers in Somalia
The UN relief agency has expressed concern over attacks targeting aid workers delivering humanitarian supplies in Somalia.
By 3 months ago
UN reports rise in attacks targeting aid workers in Somalia
Uganda says construction of regional crude oil pipeline on course
The construction of a 1,443-km crude oil pipeline between Uganda and neighboring Tanzania is on schedule.
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Uganda says construction of regional crude oil pipeline on course
Kenyan stock market maintains rally on first trading day of 2025
The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) maintained its rally on the first trading day of 2025 on Thursday, with all key indices recording gains.
By 3 months ago
Kenyan stock market maintains rally on first trading day of 2025
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