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Global food concerns rise as Moscow halts grain deal
US President Joe Biden warns of global hunger increase because of Russia’s move.
Stephen Knowles: Famine in the Horn of Africa - was Live Aid just a Band-Aid?
OPINION: The scourge of starvation returns 40 years on.
Protesters attack French Embassy in Burkina Faso after coup
Paul Henri Sandaogo Damiba has been overthrown nine months after he mounted a coup.
This man wants to give $1k to every poor person on Earth. Could his plan work?
Telegraph: Poor people don't need rich expats telling them what to do, says Rory Stewart.
'A historic blow': 1.8 tons of cocaine seized, five arrested in Nigerian raid
It has been described as the country's largest ever drug bust.
Two pilots fall asleep mid-flight while plane soars past destination airport
The napping crew was eventually woken by the sound of emergency sirens.
Mount Kilimanjaro installs internet, social media-loving travellers rejoice
Climbers can now tweet, Tiktok and Instagram their way up the gigantic mountain.
A royal family feuds over who should be king of the Zulus
NYT: One of Africa's most storied monarchies is locked in a succession soap opera.
While Europe sweats, this African kingdom is open for skiing
Don't worry. This isn't another sign of climate change.
Deadly bat virus spreads to new nation
Two cases of the deadly bat-borne Marburg virus have been identified in a new country.
Nigeria jailbreak: Hundreds escape 'most fortified' prison
The Islamic State WA Province extremist group claimed responsibility for the attack.
Expect more monkeypox infections in NZ after Auckland case, expert warns
Protection measures for Covid-19 also help stop monkeypox spreading, expert says.
Monkeypox in NZ - what Kiwi experts say you need to know
Professor Michael Baker says monkeypox is 'nothing like Covid-19' and has 'good outcomes'.
Josep Borrell: Are sanctions against Russia working?
OPINION: EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell says don't be fooled by untruths.
'Wait for the rapture': Children among 77 kept in Nigeria church basement
When police arrived, some church members resisted their would-be rescuers, refusing to go.
Monkeypox cases triple in Europe
More than 5000 cases have been reported from 51 countries worldwide.
Ethical drinks business Karma Cola on track to turn record profit
Simon Coley reveals company aspirations amid return to profitability.
To combat coral bleaching, Kenya turns to reef nurseries
Growing costs and a planned fishing port threaten the restoration of Kenya's coral reefs.
'Total bloodbath': Witnesses describe Ethiopia ethnic attack
Hundreds of people were slaughtered in a farming village and its surroundings.
Mum of 34 children reveals exhausting morning routine
The 23-year-old mum has gone viral after sharing her routine which starts at 4am.
Russia-Ukraine war: Africa 'taken hostage' by invasion
What Ukrainian President said during a closed-door African Union address.
Maasai eviction: 30 injured during clashes at game reserve
'They started shooting at us like wild animals,' said a local elder.
'Serious trouble': Viral video reveals embattled Nigeria falling apart
A viral video has put the spotlight on the growing chaos engulfing Nigeria.
Russia is trying to sell you stolen grain, US warns nations
Drought-stricken countries are unlikely to hesitate, say experts.
Nigerians in NZ heartbroken at church shooting
Many Kiwi Nigerians are from the region where diabolical shooting happened.
'Our hearts are heavy': Over 50 feared dead in Nigeria church attack
Many children were reportedly among the dead after gunmen targeted a church.
'He always chose to live, and to live fully': Man believed to be NZ's oldest dies aged 107
Pioneering heart doctor escaped death aged 28 in Karachi military hospital during WWII.
'The global threat is real': Inside the world's worst monkeypox outbreak
Researchers say the world ignored the disease for too long and is now paying the price.
Monkeypox v Covid: How do the two viruses compare?
The Ministry of Health says the risk of importation of monkeypox to NZ is "moderate".
Tourists caged in South African animal park while lions prowl around
Visitors came within centimetres of the massive animals.
Monkeypox 'likely' in NZ but no threat
What's next for monkeypox? Some older people may already be immune.
Local Focus: The African call rings out
The launch of the Ubuntu African Society Bay of Plenty to promote connectivity.
Monkeypox: Why we should be worried about global spread
"This cat is already out of the bag ... but what sort of cat is it – a tabby or a tiger?"