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Rwanda’s Kagame criticises sanctions as politically driven pressure on African states

Rwandan President Paul Kagame has criticised the growing use of international sanctions, describing sanctions as unfair, politically motivated and a tool used by powerful nations to pressure weaker countries, particularly in Africa.

Funding cuts threaten progress against AIDS in vulnerable countries

Decades of progress in the fight against AIDS face growing risk as donor funding declines, leading to the collapse of community-based health services in vulnerable countries, according to the Executive Director of UNAIDS.

Punjab Kings face pressure after five straight IPL defeats

Punjab next plays Bengaluru ​on Sunday.

Uganda President hosts Egypt talks on regional security

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni

DRC, Rwanda head for showdown over Francophonie top job

Mediation efforts by the United States, Qatar ​and the African Union have failed to halt the fighting.

Rassie Erasmus awarded Order of Ikhamanga for nation-building role

SA President Cyril Ramaphosa will officially present the order at an investiture ceremony on Tuesday.