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… Born in France, he made his Haiti debut in March. "I'm very proud to represent the country of my Dad," he said in a break from signing autographs after training. …
Haiti hoping to do their country proud and upset odds at World CupCitizen Digital
… France, Denmark and Poland are also considering tightening rules around social media use for children, while Greece in April announced it would ban access to those under the age of 15 from January 2027. …
Canada introduces legislation to ban social media for children under 16, regulate AI chatbotsThe Standard
… Spain, France, and England are the favourites, while reigning champions Argentina will look to their 38-year-old talisman Lionel Messi to drive them to the final. …
World Cup set for kickoff after high ticket prices, visa issues dog buildupThe Standard
… t of Senegal, Macky Sall, with the latter sending a short video message.UN 'irreplaceable' The UN General Assembly of member states can only elect the secretary-general after a recommendation from the UN Security Council, where the five permanent members -- Britain, China, France …
A woman in charge of the UN? Candidates feel it's about timeCitizen Digital
President Macron says trust in France institutions 'at stake' after girl's killing By AFP June 11, 2026 02:39 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter France's President Emmanuel Macron gestures as he delivers a spe …
President Macron says trust in France institutions 'at stake' after girl's killingCitizen Digital
… The resolution, drawn up by Britain, France, Germany and the United States, said it is "essential and urgent" that Iran "without delay" provides the IAEA with "complete information on nuclear material inventories and design information for facilities". …
UN watchdog demands stockpile 'information' from IranCitizen Digital
… sume full rates in mid-June By Reuters June 11, 2026 12:59 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Nigerian multinational industrial conglomerate Dangote Group's CEO Aliko Dangote attends the seventh "Choose France …
Nigeria's Dangote oil refinery's gasoline unit to resume full rates in mid-JuneCitizen Digital
… Nearby were soft-toy footballers resembling Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo, fluffy roosters in France polos and teddy bears in Spain kits. …
Messi plushies see roaring trade as China firms get World Cup boostCitizen Digital
… Along with Spain, France and England, Argentina are among the favourites to win the title. …
FIFA boss Infantino faces questions on eve of World CupCapital News
… Ahead of the meeting, eight countries — France, Bahrain, Denmark, Greece, Latvia, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and the US — issued a joint statement urging all UN member states to fully implement the recently reimposed Security Council sanctions against Iran. …
China urges UN Security Council to act cautiously on Iran nuclear issue amid sanctions disputeSenegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy attributed his team's 3-1 World Cup defeat to France on Tuesday to lack of concentration at critical moments, saying they failed to execute their game plan despite a strong first half and missed chances.
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Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy attributed his team's 3-1 World Cup defeat to France on Tuesday to lack of concentration at critical moments, saying they failed to execute their game plan despite a strong first half and missed chances.
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Clever, Denmark's leading electric car charging station operator, has eliminated hierarchical management structures in favour of self-managed employee groups where each worker participates in decision-making. The company, founded in 2012, adopted the flat structure to foster creativity and boost performance.
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Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick for Argentina in a 3-0 victory over Algeria, equaling Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup goalscoring record of 16 goals. The 38-year-old also became the first player to feature in six World Cup tournaments.
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Erling Haaland scored twice in his first World Cup game as Norway defeated Iraq 4-1 on Tuesday in their opening match of the 2026 tournament, with Leo Ostigard and an own goal adding further goals. Norway topped Group I on goal difference level with France after the win.
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Young people from 19 countries gathered ahead of a G7 meeting in France to urge world leaders to protect children's education, mental health and social well-being from generative artificial intelligence. The campaigners, organized by the International Research-driven Alliance for AI Serving Every child, argue that AI safeguards cannot be left solely to companies or adults unfamiliar with the technology.
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President William Ruto has called for Africa's inclusion in reforming international financial and governance institutions, including the UN Security Council, IMF, and World Bank, arguing these institutions need to be democratised for the benefit of all nations. He made the remarks during a media interview in Evian, France, on the sidelines of the G7 Summit.
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Kylian Mbappe scored twice to lead France to a 3-1 victory over Senegal in their opening World Cup Group I match, with Bradley Barcola also on target. Mbappe became France's all-time top scorer with 58 goals.
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President William Ruto has called for Africa's inclusion in efforts to reform international financial and governance institutions including the United Nations Security Council, the International Monetary Fund, and the World Bank, stating that these institutions need to be democratised for equal treatment of all nations.
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President William Ruto arrived in Evian, France, to represent Africa at the G7 Leaders' Summit, invited by French President Emmanuel Macron. Ruto, accompanied by First Lady Rachel Ruto and Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, will participate in discussions on the economy, international trade, climate action, security, and artificial intelligence.
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A UN-backed court in the Central African Republic began trial in absentia on Tuesday of former president Francois Bozize over crimes against humanity, including murder, enforced disappearance, torture and rape, allegedly committed by members of his security forces between 2009 and 2013. Bozize, 79, has been living in exile in Guinea-Bissau since March 2023, while three of his former senior military officers are in pre-trial detention in the Central African Republic.
16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The US announced that ships will move toll-free through the Strait of Hormuz under an Iran peace deal signed by President Donald Trump, with possible $300 billion reconstruction funds for Iran contingent on the country fulfilling its commitments.
16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mosquitoes are attracted to some people more than others based on a complex mix of sensory cues including body odour, heat, and exhaled carbon dioxide, which female mosquitoes detect with finely-tuned receptors to select their targets, according to researchers.
16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto renewed calls for UN and global financial system reform, vowing to end what he characterized as exploitation of Kenya's mineral wealth by foreign companies ahead of his travel to France for the G7 summit. Ruto said Kenya would push for a new international order based on "sovereign equality" rather than aid, dependency, or extractive relationships.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
A UN-backed court in the Central African Republic will begin trial in absentia of former president Francois Bozize over crimes against humanity allegedly committed between 2009 and 2013, including murder, torture, enforced disappearance and rape by members of his security forces. Bozize, living in exile in Guinea-Bissau since March 2023, faces charges; three of his former senior military officers are in pre-trial detention.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto arrived in Evian, France, to participate in the G7 Leaders' Summit as an invited guest of French President Emmanuel Macron. Ruto is expected to advocate for reforms of the global financial system and stronger Africa-world partnerships on trade, infrastructure, and energy.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
France's domestic intelligence agency will stop working with American AI firm Palantir, Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu announced, citing concerns about strategic digital dependencies on the United States. The decision follows Washington's restriction on access to Anthropic's Fable model for non-American users, prompting France to invest 655 million euros in developing its own AI capabilities.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
Tunisia sacked coach Sabri Lamouchi following a 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their opening World Cup game and replaced him with Frenchman Herve Renard. Lamouchi is the first coach in World Cup history to be dismissed after just one game.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto told Group of Seven leaders at a summit in France on June 16 that Africa must be treated as an equal partner in global affairs, not a problem to be solved or recipient of charity. Ruto called for UN Security Council reform to ensure Africa's voice, saying extraction and aid-dependent relationships are no longer acceptable.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto is travelling to Evian, France for the G7 Leaders' Summit, where he will champion Africa's economic agenda and push for reforms to the global financial system. He received a personal invitation from French President Emmanuel Macron and will present Africa's common position as shaped during the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi last month.
15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United States and Iran agreed to a peace deal with an "immediate and permanent" end to military operations on all fronts including Lebanon, signaling the end to more than three months of war in the Middle East. An official signing ceremony was scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland.
15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto said his leadership is guided by divine purpose, declaring that God made him President to accelerate national development and strengthen Kenya's economic and social progress. Speaking at a fundraiser in Kajiado County, Ruto said his conviction motivates him to carry out his duties and dismissed criticism of his travel schedule.
15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Demonstrators in Geneva threw stones and firecrackers at police, who responded with tear gas and water cannons, during protests against the G7 summit set to begin Monday in nearby Evian, France. Thousands from a coalition of over 60 associations, unions and left-wing groups turned out to protest against the gathering of top world leaders.
15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 55-year-old woman has filed for divorce from her husband of 33 years, a Comoros man whom she was arranged to marry in 1992. She cited cultural differences, homesickness, and lack of regular family visits as reasons for ending the marriage, and has returned her Sh50,000 dowry.
15 June 2026 · The Standard →
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that children under 16 will be banned from using social media platforms including Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X, citing concerns that such platforms expose youngsters to dangerous and addictive content. The ban is expected to pass by late December and come into force in spring 2025.
15 June 2026 · The Standard →
France is seeking to expand its influence in East Africa and Kenya after losing ground in the Sahel, but protests against French President Macron's participation in Nairobi's Africa Forward Summit signal rising anti-French sentiment in the region over France's colonial legacy.
15 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has departed for France to attend the Group of Seven Leaders' Summit, where Kenya—invited alongside Brazil, India and South Korea—will press for reform of the global financial system, lower borrowing costs for African economies, expanded trade and investment access, and continental positions on artificial intelligence governance. On the summit's sidelines, Ruto is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with heads of state and engage technology company executives from OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, Meta and Anthropic to seek partnerships for job creation and digital infrastructure investment in Kenya.
15 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has defended his frequent foreign trips against criticism from opposition leaders and Kenyans over misuse of public funds, insisting his travels aim to advance Kenya's development agenda and secure opportunities for citizens.
14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto said he will travel to France this week to attend the G7 Summit, where he plans to champion Africa's development agenda and advocate for reforms to the global economic order. Ruto cited Kenya's participation in major international forums as evidence of the country's growing diplomatic influence and defended his frequent foreign travel as necessary for Kenya's economic growth and global decision-making.
14 June 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has defended his packed schedule of foreign trips and local county tours, saying effective leadership requires active engagement both at home and abroad to accelerate Kenya's economic transformation. Ruto, who is expected to travel to France for the G7 Summit, dismissed criticism by insisting that hard work is necessary for Kenya to compete with countries that have achieved higher levels of development.
14 June 2026 · Capital News →
Thousands of protesters from a coalition of more than 60 associations, unions, and left-wing groups are expected to rally in Geneva on Sunday to denounce "fascism and imperialism" ahead of the Group of Seven leaders' three-day meeting in nearby Evian, France. Swiss authorities are deploying heavy police presence, wary of repeating 2003 violence when anti-G7 riots caused millions of dollars in damage.
14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →