Uganda Gears Up for Thursday Vote: 50,000 Polling Stations Ready
Uganda is set for its Jan 15, 2026 vote with 50,000+ polling stations ready. President Museveni and Bobi Wine make final appeals as citizens prepare to cast their ballots.
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South African Crews Battle Western Cape Wildfire Flare-Ups
South African crews battle Western Cape wildfires near Franschhoek and in Overstrand as high heat and winds fuel flare-ups. Aerial and ground teams aim to fully contain blazes.
Sudan’s Govt Sets Priorities After Return to Khartoum
Sudan’s government returned to Khartoum and unveiled priorities: peace, security, livelihoods, and rebuilding state services to restore normal life in the capital.
Lesotho’s Metolong Dam: A Visual Journey of Progress
CGTN Africa’s latest Africa in Pictures feature highlights Lesotho’s Metolong Dam project, showcasing stunning images of community impact and landscapes.
Iran Says Situation ‘Under Total Control’ Amid US Force Threat
Iran’s foreign minister says the situation is ‘under total control’ after weekend protests, countering US President Trump’s force threat and vowing fair talks.
Africa in Pictures: Lesotho’s Iconic Mount Qiloane
Explore Lesotho’s iconic Mount Qiloane in CGTN Africa’s ‘Africa in Pictures’ series, where stunning visuals showcase the mountain’s beauty and its role in local life.
Greenland on the Block? Trump Vows the US Will ‘Acquire’ the Island
President Trump says the US will ‘acquire’ Greenland outright, citing security and alleging foreign naval activity – claims Nordic diplomats and Norway’s FM call baseless.
Trump says US and Iran to meet as Tehran unveils subsidy reform plans
US President Trump announced a meeting with Iranian leaders amid protests and red lines, as Tehran unveiled details of its subsidy reform plans.
Venezuela Reaffirms Fraternal Ties with Cuba Amid US Pressure
Venezuela has reasserted its historic solidarity with Cuba 🤝, defending sovereignty and dialogue despite mounting US pressure.
Europe Unites with Greenland Amid Trump’s Arctic Land Grab Threats
European nations have rallied behind Greenland this week, condemning President Trump’s bid to seize the Arctic island as illegitimate and sparking NATO coordination talks.