Somalia held its first direct local elections in Mogadishu in nearly 60 years under heavy security, as opposition groups boycotted the vote and warned of rising political tensions.
Mogadishu holds first direct vote in decades under tight security Read More »
A helicopter crashed on Mount Kilimanjaro, killing all five people on board, including two Czech tourists, while authorities investigate the cause.
Helicopter crash on Kilimanjaro kills five, including Czech tourists Read More »
Legion Maria followers in Kenya and other African countries celebrate Christmas by venerating Baba Simeo Melchior as the black incarnation of Jesus Christ.
Worshippers in Kenya celebrate the birth of the Black Messiah Read More »
Ghana’s finance ministry said it resolved issues with Afreximbank over a $750 million financing facility to the satisfaction of both sides.
Ghana resolves Afreximbank dispute over $750 million funding deal Read More »
Egypt’s central bank cut overnight interest rates by 100 basis points, citing easing inflation and steady growth while flagging risks from non-food prices and fiscal measures.
Egypt’s central bank cuts rates by 100 points as inflation eases Read More »
Security sources confirm twelve fatalities and thirty-two survivors after a boat capsized in Senegal.
At least twelve migrants die as boat sinks off the Senegalese coast Read More »
Aid workers report chaotic scenes in Burundian camps as refugees lack food and medical assistance.
Cholera kills eight DRC refugees fleeing M23 rebels in Burundi Read More »
A suspected bombing at a mosque in Maiduguri killed at least seven worshippers during evening prayers amid ongoing security concerns.
Explosion kills 7 worshippers in Nigeria mosque during prayers Read More »
Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger launched a joint battalion and pledged large-scale operations to combat extremists in the Sahel.
Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger launch joint efforts against extremists Read More »
Egypt has begun constructing its first high-speed train, the Green Line, to connect the Red Sea and Mediterranean and modernise transport.
Egypt begins laying tracks for first high-speed train across desert Read More »
