USAfrica: Pope’s message in Africa knocks tin-god grandiosity of leaders. By Chido Nwangwu
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Otti recalls Pope Francis as “a symbol of global peace”
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Ramaphosa, Trump discuss Ukraine war and strained U.S.-South Africa ties
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South Africa scraps VAT hike amid coalition tensions and investor concerns
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Congo and M23 rebels commit to peace talks in Qatar
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African leaders praise Pope Francis for “legacy of compassion” and inclusion
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EU hits Apple and Meta with first major fines under new tech law
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