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Hungary: New govt intent on initiating swift systemic change Peter Magyar and his government are determined to push ahead with change at full throttle. But even before the cabinet is sworn in, there has been a "resignation." And questions remain about Magyar's Ukraine policy. Fertilizer shortages: What are Africa's options during the Hormuz crisis? The ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is affecting African nations particularly badly. But there are potential solutions for mitigating the drastic effects on the continent in the short, medium and long term. Pioneer in the fight against AIDS: Botswana's ex-President Festus Mogae died The former President of the Republic of Botswana, Festus Mogae, has died. The democrat was considered the architect of the Southern African country's economic rise and a pioneer in the fight against AIDS. Why Russia has scaled back May 9 Victory Parade This year's May 9 military parades in Moscow will be much more modest and have been canceled altogether in other parts of Russia. The Kremlin has blamed Ukraine. South Africa Constitutional Court orders Parliament to revisit Ramaphosa impeachment proceedings Cyril Ramaphosa's presidency is on the line, as lawmakers will now have to reconsider whether there are grounds to impeach him over the scandal dubbed "Farmgate." China: Calls for death penalty after teen gets life sentence A 14-year-old in China's Yunnan province has been convicted of intentional homicide and rape, and sentenced to life in prison. The victim's family argue he deserves the death penalty. Indonesia volcano eruption kills 3 hikers, several missing Rescuers are rushing to find missing hikers, three of whom have been declared dead after a volcanic eruption in eastern Indonesia. ASEAN leaders meet to discuss plans to ease Iran war impacts Southeast Asian leaders are meeting in the Philippines, with the economic fallout from the Iran war the main focus. Disputes in the South China Sea and border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia are also on the agenda. War and peace: Key themes of Pope Leo's first year in office One year after his election, Pope Leo XIV is regarded as an important counterweight to US President Trump. His intended direction for the Catholic Church remains unclear. Shakira teases official 2026 FIFA World Cup song The Colombian star unveils a clip of her singing the official World Cup 2026 song "Dai Dai" featuring Afrobeats artist Burna Boy. US court deals fresh blow to Trump's 10% global tariff policy A US federal court said President Donald Trump overstepped his authority when he invoked a section of a 1974 trade law to enact the 10% global tariff policy. South Africa: A timeline of recurring waves of xenophobic violence For nearly two decades, South Africa has suffered recurring bouts of xenophobic attacks. From deadly riots in 2008 to the rise of Operation Dudula, thousand of foreign nationals have been displaced time and again. Austria: Police report 3 dead in shooting in Linz, say no further danger to public Police in Austria report that three people have died after gunfire was heard in the city. Local media reported a large police presence in the north of the city. Police also said there was no ongoing threat to the public.