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Algeria’s Ministry of National Education has published the exam and holiday calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. Third-term exams will take place from 23 to 27 May 2027 for primary school and the relevant middle and high school classes, according to the ministry.
Source: TSA
Guillaume Calafat analyses the formation of the trading world before the Industrial Revolution, discussing the role of families, wealth, commercial training, fleets and states. This interview is mainly historical analysis and reports no new verifiable facts.
Source: Le Monde
Vivien Anoh, the National Youth Council of Côte d’Ivoire delegate in Alépé, received the special award for best CNJCI delegate 2026. He described the distinction as recognition of his daily commitment to young people in his department, according to Linfodrome.
Source: L’Infodrome
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Source: Zimeye
The National Office for the Promotion of Tourism, Handicrafts and Arts has launched music and theatre training in N’Djamena for 30 young Chadians. Participants are attending masterclasses focusing in particular on acting techniques, Alwihda Info reports.
Source: Alwihda Info
The Buddhist Seokguram Grotto, located 750 metres above sea level near Gyeongju, is a heritage site and tourist attraction for South Korea. The city aims to join the world’s top 10 destinations and hopes to welcome 60 million visitors a year, reports Le Monde.
Source: Le Monde
Ken Wharfe, Diana’s former bodyguard, said Charles Spencer’s account seemed credible to him. He made the comments as Buckingham Palace disputes revelations by Diana’s brother, according to Lessentiel.
Source: L’essentiel
The Luanda International Film Festival in Angola will resume on 28 October 2026 after an eleven-year hiatus. Its eighth edition will bring together more than 100 films from over 20 countries and aims to promote exchanges between Angolan and foreign professionals, according to the organisers.
Source: Jornal F8
Sean “Diddy” Combs is reportedly receiving personal services from other inmates in prison, including cooking, cleaning and making his bed. The article also mentions massages and attributes the information to NBC News, as the American rapper serves a 50-month sentence.
Source: Malawi24
The Eswatini Praise talent competition received 279 entries, according to its director, Sipho Makhabane. The organising team has started reviewing the videos received to eliminate some entries before selecting the successful candidates.
Source: Times of Eswatini
Selena Gomez married Benny Blanco in 2025, after several high-profile relationships, notably with Justin Bieber and The Weeknd. The article chronologically traces the American singer’s confirmed relationships over the years.
Source: Tuko
Writer Thélyson Orélien topped novel sales in France with C’était ça ou mourir during the week of 21 to 27 September 2026. Figures compiled by GfK measure sales during that period, according to data cited in the article.
Source: La Nouvelle Tribune
The cost of the pilgrimage in Algeria, set at 820,000 dinars, can be paid from Thursday 1 October 2026, the National Office of Hajj and Umrah announced. The payment period will end on 29 October, with several methods available, including electronic payment, certified cheque and cash payment, according to Elkhabar.
Source: El Khabar
The Sovereign Carbon Agency handed over mattresses, sheets, tents and school kits in Obock, northern Djibouti, to Yemeni refugees who recently arrived. The aid includes 500 mattresses, 1,000 sheets, 800 bags for women and 100 tents, according to Radio Télévision Djibouti.
Source: Adi
French teachers say their pay has declined in status as unions call for protests against falling purchasing power. The report highlights a salary of €3,000 that requires at least 25 years in the profession, according to Lessentiel.
Source: L’essentiel
The Indian Embassy organised several events in Djibouti dedicated to gastronomy, music, language, traditions and Ayurveda. The series included a food festival, the celebration of Hindi Diwas and a day dedicated to Ayurveda, bringing together the Indian diaspora, according to Lanation.
Source: Lanation
Chadian minister Sitack Yombatina Béni has set by decree the calendar for public higher education institutions for 2026-2027. Activities will begin on 1 September 2026 and end on 30 June 2027, while pre-registration and selection procedures are also specified, according to the source.
Source: Tchadinfos
Nigerian students receiving scholarships under the BEA bilateral scheme are demanding full payment of their 2025 stipends, amid concerns over the closure of budget cycles. The amount owed and payment date are not specified, according to Punch.
Source: Punch
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