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A gendarme has been shot dead while on patrol in southern Ivory Coast, deepening tensions just days before the country heads to the polls in a highly contentious presidential election. Authorities have not identified the attackers, but the incident occurred in a region known as an opposition stronghold and the scene of recent unrest. Protests erupted after leading opposition figures Laurent Gbagbo and Tidjane Thiam were barred from contesting in Saturday’s vote a move that has further polarized the West African nation. The government of President Alassane Ouattara, who is seeking an unprecedented fourth term, has since banned all public…

Japan’s parliament on Tuesday elected ultraconservative politician Sanae Takaichi as the nation’s first female prime minister, following a tumultuous three-month power struggle and the ruling party’s worst election loss in decades. Takaichi, 64, replaces Shigeru Ishiba, who resigned earlier in the day with his Cabinet after a year in office. Her election comes as the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) forms a new coalition with the right-wing Japan Innovation Party (Ishin no Kai) a partnership expected to push Japan’s policies further to the right. Takaichi secured 237 votes, four above the majority threshold, defeating opposition leader Yoshikoko Noda of the Constitutional Democratic…

Madagascar’s political landscape has shifted dramatically as Colonel Michael Randrianirina, commander of an elite army unit, was sworn in on Friday as the nation’s new president following a military coup earlier this week. The ceremony took place in the main chamber of the High Constitutional Court, where Randrianirina took the oath of office, pledging to “respect and safeguard the constitution and the rule of law.” In his inaugural address, Randrianirina described his rise as a turning point for the country, vowing to deliver transformative leadership and restore the people’s trust in governance. “Today marks a turning point for our nation,…

Acclaimed chef and culinary innovator Fatmata Binta has been appointed as the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Regional Goodwill Ambassador for Africa, recognizing her exceptional advocacy for African heritage foods, women farmers, and sustainable food systems. Born in Sierra Leone and based in Ghana, Binta has spent years championing underused African crops and empowering rural women through culinary innovation and community development. “This role means standing at the intersection of culture, food, and policy advocating for Africa’s forgotten foods, and ensuring rural communities are heard,” Binta said upon accepting the honor on World Food Day, which also marked…

Morocco is bracing for a bustling tourist season this autumn after recording a historic surge in visitor arrivals. The North African nation welcomed 15 million tourists by the end of September, marking a 14% increase compared to the same period last year, according to data released by the Ministry of Tourism. Tourism experts predict the momentum will continue in the coming weeks as mild autumn weather draws travelers eager to explore Morocco’s blend of vibrant cities, scenic mountains, and desert landscapes. “This period is considered one of the most important tourist seasons in Morocco,” said Abdellah Ansikene, manager of Riad…

A nationwide rally in Spain held in solidarity with the Palestinian people descended into chaos late Wednesday, as violent clashes broke out between demonstrators and police in the capital. The protests formed part of a nationwide strike opposing Israel’s ongoing military campaign in the Gaza Strip. What began as a peaceful march quickly turned tense as night fell. Some protesters reportedly set rubbish bins ablaze and smashed the windows of banks and fast-food restaurants in central Madrid. Fires burned along several streets as riot police moved in to disperse the crowds and restore order. By midnight, parts of the city…

Food and beverage giant Nestlé has announced plans to cut 16,000 jobs worldwide over the next two years as part of a sweeping restructuring strategy aimed at improving efficiency and refocusing investment on high-performing brands. The job cuts will include 12,000 white-collar roles in management and office positions and an additional 4,000 roles across manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain departments. The move comes amid a decline in profitability and shareholder pressure following sluggish growth and falling share prices. According to the company, the restructuring will help Nestlé redirect resources toward its strongest-performing segments notably coffee, confectionery, and premium goods while…

Tensions between Israel and Hamas escalated Wednesday after the Israeli military confirmed that one of the four bodies handed over by Hamas as part of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal was not that of any known Israeli hostage held in Gaza. According to Israel’s military, forensic examinations revealed that “the fourth body handed over to Israel by Hamas does not match any of the hostages.” Officials said the identity of the deceased remains unknown, deepening the uncertainty surrounding the already fragile truce. The handover was part of a phased agreement introduced by U.S. President Donald Trump, under which Hamas was to…

A high-speed pursuit involving U.S. Border Patrol agents ended in chaos Tuesday afternoon when federal officers deployed tear gas to disperse protesters gathered on a residential street on Chicago’s South Side, authorities confirmed. According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the incident began when federal agents conducting an immigration enforcement operation attempted to stop a driver suspected of being in the country illegally. The suspect allegedly rammed a Border Patrol vehicle before fleeing, triggering a chase that ended in his arrest after he tried to escape on foot. As agents detained the suspect, a crowd quickly formed, prompting what…

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson of the Moderate Party has criticized members of his own party staff after a group of employees were heard chanting “we hate Andersson” during a campaign bus trip from Stockholm to Gothenburg on Monday. The chant, sung to the tune of “Genom eld och vatten,” referred to Magdalena Andersson, leader of the opposition Social Democrats. Kristersson, who said he did not personally hear the chant, called the act “reckless” and said those involved would face direct reprimand. “They will get very clear feedback on this. That’s not how you do it,” the Prime Minister told Swedish…