Good morning. Here is your Lesotho Tribune news briefing for Thursday, 14 May 2026.
Africa
'They shot my neighbour in the head' – the lakeside city traumatised by war
Rebel fighters and Rwandan troops are accused of committing atrocities in the DR Congo city of Uvira, which was captured in December, leaving residents traumatized. Local witnesses report extrajudicial killings and widespread violence by the occupying forces.
Ghana to evacuate 300 from South Africa over anti-immigrant protests
Ghana's government is evacuating around 300 of its citizens from South Africa following violent anti-immigrant protests in the country. The foreign minister confirmed that distressed Ghanaians registered with the embassy in Pretoria will be repatriated.
Dozens of dogs rescued and suspect arrested in Uganda after BBC investigation
Ugandan authorities arrested a suspect and rescued dozens of dogs following a BBC investigation exposing a scam where fraudsters posted distressed animal content to solicit donations from unsuspecting donors. The operation uncovered a sophisticated online fundraising scheme targeting animal lovers globally.
Kyiv building collapses after Russian strike, reportedly trapping residents
A residential building collapsed in Kyiv after Russian drone and missile strikes on the Ukrainian capital, with reports indicating residents may be trapped under the rubble. The attack damaged multiple buildings across the city as Russia continues its bombardment campaign.
Trump, Xi speak ahead of talks to make relations ‘better than ever’
Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping spoke ahead of upcoming talks aimed at improving US-China relations, with both leaders expressing optimism about making ties "better than ever." The conversation signals a potential thaw in relations between the world's two largest economies.
Students in Caracas to demand release of political prisoners
Students from Venezuela's top universities blocked Caracas's main highway to demand the immediate release of political prisoners held by the government. The protest reflects growing civil unrest over political detentions in the crisis-hit nation.
Stay informed. Stay ahead. — The Lesotho Tribune Team
