AU - Africanews

1. Four people trapped after Nairobi building collapses, rescue operations ongoing

   The Kenya Red Cross said a multi-agency response team was at the scene “managing the situation.”Among those trapped are two watchmen and two pedestrians.

2. Sudan train before facing Senegal in Africa Cup of Nations

   The day before they go up against Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations, Sudan geared up by training in Tangiers. The team, which last won the tournament in 1970, has never won against 2021 champions Senegal.

3. Thousands flock to southern Nigeria for Calabar Carnival

   Thousands of revellers gathered in southern Nigeria for the latest edition of the Calabar Carnival. The festival sees vibrant outfits, music and dancing fill the streets of Cross River State.

4. Israel's decision to suspend aid groups will have devastating impact on Gaza services, NGO says

   Israel’s announcement that it is suspending more than two dozen aid groups will have a devastating impact on their services in Gaza, one of the organisations has said.

5. Venus Williams to return to Australian Open

   Five years after her last appearance at the tournament, Venus Williams is set to compete in the Australian Open which gets underway later this month. At the age of 45, Williams is to become the oldest woman to compete in the tournament.