Turkey’s aid foundation begins qurban sacrifice program in Africa
TDV volunteers have started slaughtering sacrificial animals at 30 locations across the country
Kenyan teenager achieves third-fastest time ever in 800m
Nineteen-year-old Emmanuel Wanyonyi ran the fastest 800 meters since 2012 at the Kenyan Athletics Olympics Trials in Nairobi on Saturday
Ghanaian girl, father injured in racist attack in Germany
Young girls attacked by group of around 20 teenagers and young adults in town of Grevesmuhlen
Chad are celebrating Eid al-Adha
Muslims living in the Sido region of Chad are celebrating Eid al-Adha. The festive attire worn by the local people creates colorful scenes. Women and girls from Sido are dressed in ethnic patterned dresses and adorned with jewelry, while men are welcoming the festival in traditional attire.
Tanzania debuts eastern Africa’s first electric train
The project is a major boost for domestic connectivity and economic opportunities with neighboring countries like Uganda and Rwanda
40,000 Muslims pray at Al-Aqsa to mark 1st day of Eid al-Adha
Israeli police assaulted Palestinian worshipers as they entered, according to local sources
Zimbabwe: Land of waterfalls
Zimbabwe, often referred to as the “Land of Waterfalls,” is home to Victoria Falls
Kenyan magistrate shot by officer succumbs to injuries
Three officers were also injured during the attack, but Koome did not provide an update on their condition
UNGA President pledges support for peace in South Sudan
Since war erupted in South Sudan in December 2013, nearly 4 million people have been displaced and half of the population are facing extreme hunger.
Vanishing pond in Mali jeopardizes UNESCO fishing tradition
The unprecedented heat wave in Mali this year has also led to a surge in deaths.
Historic Ugandan artifacts to return home for a three-year exhibition
The African Union aims to have a common policy on the return of looted cultural property.
Niger removes immunity from former President Mohamed Bazoum
Niger’s highest court lifted the immunity of the country’s democratically elected president, Mohamed Bazoum.
South Africa re-elects Cyril Ramaphosa for second term
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa was re-elected for a second term after the ANC formed a historic coalition government.
Lawyers say detainees in DRC coup plot faced mistreatment
Defense attorneys in the Congo coup trial argue that their clients faced inhumane treatment in detention and highlight procedural irregularities, such as the lack of interpreters during crucial hearings.
Niger shuts oil pipeline to China in dispute with Benin
Niger has halted oil exports to China via a pipeline through Benin due to a border dispute stemming from a July 2023 coup.
UN notes improvement in Ethiopia’s Tigray conflict
But UN remains concerned about violations of peace by Eritrean troops operating on their own
South Africa’s ANC and DA agree on government of national unity
The ANC, once led by Nelson Mandela, had previously dominated South African politics for three decades but lost its parliamentary majority this year
UN says cross-border FGM hindering eradication efforts
A UN report found that families from countries where FGM is banned are traveling to places where it is legal or where enforcement is weak
Iran, Niger finalize $56M uranium deal amid covert negotiations
The deal raises concerns in Washington and Paris about potential sanctions violations and the advancement of Iran’s nuclear program
Morocco: A timeless journey through historic cities and rich culture
Nestled in the heart of North Africa, Morocco stands as a sign to the confluence of history
Sudan’s RSF downs warplane belonging to Burhan’s forces
The RSF stated that the aircraft had been dropping barrel bombs on civilians in various cities across Sudan
“Grammys” Expands to Africa
The Recording Academy, behind GRAMMY Awards, is expanding its support for music creators globally.
Algeria signs deal with US energy firm for oil field development
Algeria’s national oil and gas company, Sonatrach, reportedly signed a memorandum of understanding with the US energy giant Chevron
Ahead of Eid, drought in Morocco leaves sheep out of reach for many
Eid Al-Adha is fast approaching, and like Muslims all over the world, many Moroccans will sacrifice an animal as part of the festivities.
South Africa parliament to hold inaugural session, elect President
Lawmakers were expected to elect the country’s president Friday after being sworn in at the first sitting of Parliament.
Malawi vice-president and others die in crash, UTM seeks answers
The United Transformation Movement is demanding a thorough investigation into the plane crash that killed Malawi vice-president Saulos Chilima and eight others.
Unregulated mining in Mali leads to deadly collapse
An unregulated mine shaft collapse in southern Mali has killed 22 artisanal gold miners, raising concerns about safety practices in the region’s mining industry.
