UN votes to adopt new world map that reflects Africa’s true size
The widely-used Mercator map is often criticised for visually exaggerating and centralising Western nations.
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Security forces disperse Togo protesters demanding president’s resignation
Faure Gnassingbe facing criticism over changes to the country’s constitution that could keep him in power indefinitely.
From: NewsFeed
Protesters denounce Togo leader’s new role as an attempt at indefinite rule
Protesters in Togo are speaking out against constitutional changes that could keep Faure Gnassingbe in power
Published On 5 May 2025
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The ‘ghost reporters’ writing pro-Russian propaganda in West Africa
Al Jazeera finds that nonexistent writers are spreading anti-France sentiment across West and Central Africa.
Rising sea levels mean ‘tide of misery’ for coastal communities
Global mean sea levels have risen faster in the 20th century than in any prior century over the past 3,000 years.
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Togo’s parliamentary election: Why all eyes are on President Gnassingbe
New changes to the constitution mean presidential polls are likely to be scrapped, leaving lawmakers as the kingmakers.
Togo approves constitutional reform changing how president is elected
Those opposed to the changes fear they could allow further extensions to President Faure Gnassingbe’s rule.
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‘Don’t touch my constitution!’ Togolese resist reforms ahead of election
Opposition figures accuse President Faure Gnassingbe of changing the rules so he can maintain his grip on power.
From: The Stream
Is the Kenyan government doing enough to act against femicide?
With women killed at alarming rates in Kenya, is the government doing enough to end gender-based violence?
Published On 2 Feb 2024
Niger military tribunal grants son of deposed president provisional release
Salem Bazoum had been in detention at the presidential residence with his parents since the coup in Niger in July 2023.
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How much does Africa contribute to global carbon emissions?
Africa, which contributes just 4 percent of global CO2 emissions, will suffer the most from climate change.
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