Kagame wins 4th term in landslide Rwanda presidential election
Kagame, who 1st assumed power in 2000, secures over 99% of votes in Monday polls amid promises of development and security
Gambia maintains its prohibition on female genital cutting
Activists and human rights groups expressed relief after the bill was rejected.
Kenyan confesses to killing 42 Women, including wife
The bodies of nine individuals, determined to have died at different times, were found in the Mukuru area of Nairobi
Vote counting begins in Rwanda’s presidential election
Health workers in Ivory Coast began vaccinations against malaria, the leading cause of death of children in the country.
Eswatini jails pro-democracy MPs for 25, 18 years
Two Eswatini lawmakers are sentenced to lengthy prison terms for their role in pro-democracy protests.
Ivory Coast starts new malaria vaccine campaign for children
This three-dose vaccine offers hope in the fight against malaria, a disease that kills hundreds of thousands in Africa each year.
Six firefighters die battling South African bushfire
A deadly bushfire in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, is suspected to be caused by poachers.
DRC army, militia clash leaves over 50 dead
Violence erupts in western DR Congo as government forces clash with the Mobondo militia group.
Visa issues resolved, travel between Nigeria, UAE restarts
Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates have resolved a visa and currency dispute, allowing Nigerians to travel to the UAE again with flights resuming in October.
Burhan’s SAF rejects peace, commits to ‘century-long’ fight
Despite peace initiatives by Saudi Arabia, the US, and the African Union, efforts to end the conflict have faltered due to SAF’s persistence on crucial issues
Iconic Acacia Tree: Symbol of resilience in African savannas
The acacia tree, with its distinctive flat-topped crown, stands as a symbol of resilience
Tunisia opposition leader hospitalized after 18-day hunger strike
The jailed deputy leader of Tunisia’s Ennahda movement was hospitalized after an 18-day hunger strike protesting his imprisonment.
Future uncertain as key Sahel states leave West Africa bloc
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have cemented their split from ECOWAS and formed their own Alliance of Sahel States
$35 million to improve food security in East Africa
The financing underscores efforts to strengthen the dairy supply chain, enhance food security, and foster economic resilience in East Africa.
Congo may request UN peacekeepers to stay to deter Rwanda
Congo has stated it will not seek the withdrawal of UN peacekeepers from North Kivu province despite the presence of Rwandan forces and Rwanda-backed M23 rebels.
Rwandans votes in presidential and legislative election
Rwandans are casting their votes today in a presidential election expected to reaffirm President Paul Kagame’s long-standing tenure, which began in 1994.
Algeria: Key opposition figure quits presidential race
Louisa Hanoune of the Algerian Workers Party cited “unfair conditions” for quitting the presidential race.
East Africa modernizes transport: Ethiopia and Kenya invest in railways
Ethiopia and Kenya have made significant investments in modern railway systems
Car bomb blast rocks Mogadishu cafe, killing 5
Somalia mourns the loss of five lives after a car bomb attack on a cafe in Mogadishu.
DRC soldiers, militiamen clash in deadly weekend violence
The death toll is at least 42, including soldiers, militia fighters, and a civilian.
Police vow transparency in Kenya body dumping case
Police pledge a transparent investigation, citing possible links to cults, serial killers, or rogue medical practitioners.
Zimbabwe starts reconciliation for 1980s atrocities in Bulawayo
President Mnangagwa’s launch of a reconciliation process for the 1980s massacres in Zimbabwe includes hearings for survivors.
Namibia’s coastline: A vital hub for the fishing industry
Namibia’s Atlantic Ocean coastline is renowned for its rich fishing grounds
Rwanda concludes campaign period ahead of elections
Rwanda’s electoral body has prepared for Monday’s elections, where 9.5 million voters will choose a president and parliament members.
Sierra Leone thwarts suspected bomb plot
Sierra Leone’s security forces thwarted a potential bombing after arresting 7 suspects and seizing explosives, drugs, and bomb-making materials.
Outrage grows as Kenya discovers more mutilated bodies
Detectives are investigating the possibility of a serial killer or cult activity, while locals express anger and frustration.
UNSMIL demands release of detained Libyan journalist
The UN mission emphasizes the importance of media freedom and journalist safety for Libya’s ongoing democratic transition.