Algerian journalists jailed for interview criticizing minister
Algerian journalists face detention and charges for broadcasting interviews criticizing a government minister, raising concerns about press freedom in the country.
DR Congo sees heavy clashes as M23 rebels push
Intense clashes between DR Congo’s army and M23 rebels rock Kanyabayonga, raising fears of further rebel advance.
Kenyan activists call for protests to demand Ruto’s resignation
Ruto now faces the most serious threat to his two-year-old presidency
Germany, Morocco form alliance to boost green hydrogen production
Since 2012, Germany has provided over one billion euros in subsidized loans for renewable energy in Morocco
South African Parliament to open amid Cabinet negotiations
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is negotiating Cabinet positions with coalition parties, particularly the Democratic Alliance, before Parliament opens on July 18.
Rising costs, donor fatigue threaten millions in Nigeria with hunger
The UN struggles to secure funding for food aid in Nigeria’s insurgency-ravaged northeast, raising fears of mass hunger and child deaths.
Top designer vows to regrow dreadlocks cut after Uganda arrest
Released on bail for one million Ugandan shillings ($269), Madoi expressed heartbreak over losing his locs, which he considered his crown
Mauritania’s presidential election campaign ends
7 candidates set to compete in June 29 elections
3 people killed in anti-government protests in Kenya
Gunshots heard after midnight as police disperse protesters in Kajiado County, arrest 50 for looting
Nigeria destroys 165 illegal oil refineries in one week
Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Ltd says around 400 incidents of oil theft, vandalism were reported in Niger Delta region last week
AI initiative poised to transform extreme weather forecasting systems
Extreme weather events causing floods, drought, and wildfires are becoming more frequent and more severe with climate change, affecting countries around the globe.
Tunisia border closure hits smuggling hub, sparks unemployment
Months after the closure of the Ras Jedir border crossing, a vital trade route between Tunisia and Libya, the Tunisian desert town of Ben Guerdane is feeling the economic pinch.
Kenya’s safari tourism: A global attraction for wildlife enthusiasts
Kenya’s reputation as a premier safari destination continues to flourish, drawing wildlife enthusiasts
Military on streets as protests subside in Kenya after tax bill scrap
Kenya’s High Court approved the deployment of military forces to quell anti-tax protests after police were overwhelmed, though President Ruto scrapped the contested tax bill.
DR Congo, Rwanda leaders could meet soon to address conflict
The presidents of DR Congo and Rwanda may meet soon to discuss peace in eastern DR Congo, mediated by Angola.
Migrants leave Tunisia amid EU pressure, anti-migrant sentiment
Facing rising anti-migrant sentiment and limited opportunities, a growing number of migrants are opting to leave Tunisia for their home countries.
Kenyan police clash with protesters after tax bill withdrawal
Despite the tax bill’s withdrawal, protesters in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and other cities continued to demand Ruto’s resignation
Burundi Court affirms life sentence for former PM
Burundi’s Supreme Court upheld the life sentence of former Prime Minister Bunyoni on charges like using witchcraft and plotting a coup.
Russian, Congolese leaders hold talks in Moscow
Sassou Nguesso, in Russia since Tuesday, is on his second visit to the country in less than a year
Sudan faces record levels of acute food insecurity: report
Integrated Food Security Phase Classification report says over half 25.6M population are in crisis or worse conditions, while 755,000 people facing ‘catastrophe’ food insecurity
UN rights chief calls for restraint to ensure peaceful assembly in Kenya
‘Investigations and accountability essential,’ says Volker Turk
President Ghazouani seeks second term in Mauritanian election
Nearly 2 million Mauritanians are voting in an election where President Ghazouani, facing accusations of corruption, seeks a second term against opponents including anti-slavery activist Dah Abeid.
Who are the candidates in Mauritania’s presidential election?
The presidential election is poised to test the political dynamics of Mauritania, a country historically marked by military coups and ethnic divisions
Ghazouani vies for re-election in Mauritania on cusp of energy boom
The 67-year-old former army chief is expected to maintain dominance due to his ruling party’s stronghold in the country
Kenya braces for new protests despite presidential concession
Amidst heightened security, including an army vehicle in Nairobi’s central business district, some protest supporters called off their demonstrations following the finance bill’s withdrawal
US thanks Kenya for taking steps to reduce tensions
Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Kenyan President William Ruto hold phone call to discuss situation in African country
IMF closely monitoring situation in Kenya
IMF is committed to working together with Kenya to charter a course towards ‘robust, sustainable and inclusive’ growth, says official