Emmanuel Macron has announced €23 billion ($27bn) in investments during the Africa Forward summit held in Kenya, as France seeks to strengthen its economic and political ties with African nations.

South Africa has classified the severe weather affecting several parts of the country as a national disaster after days of flooding, heavy rain, snow and strong winds caused widespread damage to roads, homes and public services.

The Eastern Mediterranean is once again witnessing rising geopolitical tensions as disputes over energy resources, maritime boundaries, military positioning, and regional influence intensify among several countries in the region.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa declared that he does not plan to resign and will challenge the report that contains findings against him.

French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Monday that Africa will receive €23 billion ($27 billion) in investments, including €14 billion ($16 billion) from France, according to BFM TV.

Emmanuel Macron called for stronger technology and energy cooperation between Africa and Europe on Monday, urging both continents to reduce their dependence on American and Chinese technologies during the opening of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi.

South Africa has rejected Ghana’s request for a debate at the upcoming African Union summit on xenophobic attacks against African nationals, stating that it has already taken action against recent incidents of xenophobic violence.

The body of a Portuguese man has been recovered from inside a crocodile in South Africa after a search operation along the Komati River.