Nigeria: 64 kidnapped children and women released
In Nigeria’s Zamfara state, 64 children and women, who were kidnapped by armed gang members, have been released.
Kenyan climber found dead near Mount Everest’s summit
Experienced mountaineer Joshua Cheruiyot Kirui perishes in daring attempt without supplemental oxygen, guide still missing
Togo’s Memounatou Ibrahima: 1st female ECOWAS speaker
Memounatou Ibrahima, a Togolese politician, has been elected as the first female Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament during the 2024 Second Extraordinary Session of the Sixth Legislature.
Chad’s Deby sworn in as president amid controversy
Deby’s inauguration sparks debate as opposition questions election process in Chad.
Chadian president names new PM
Chad’s new prime minister, Allamaye Halina, assumes office after opposition leader’s resignation.
Zuma vows to fight election disqualification amidst criticism court
Jacob Zuma criticizes South Africa’s highest court and the ruling ANC for his disqualification from the upcoming election, vowing to fight for his rights.
Benin blocks Niger river crossing amidst escalating tensions
Benin-Niger border tensions escalate as river crossings close. Security concerns and trade impact.
Kenya receives major non-NATO ally designation
US President Joe Biden designated Kenya as a major non-NATO ally during a state visit, recognizing the country’s strategic importance and strengthening diplomatic ties.
A look at Africa’s linguistic mosaic
Africa stands as a sign of linguistic richness, boasting a staggering array of over 2,000 languages
Kenyan police deployment to Haiti delayed again
The first group of police officers scheduled to arrive this week is now on standby due to an unexplained delay.
Rwanda receives $164.6M in financing from IMF
Fund advises country to maintain strong reform momentum to help bolster economic resilience to future climate shocks
DRC launches significant offensive against M23 rebels
Intense fighting was reported between the Congolese army and M23 rebels in eastern DRC.
Egypt again rejects Israel’s plans to push Gaza residents to Sinai
Egypt firmly rejects Israel’s plans to relocate Gaza residents to Sinai, Egypt’s Al-Qahera news channel reported, quoting a high-level source.
Turkish coast guard rescues 44 irregular migrants
The teams rescued 25 irregular migrants, including 13 children, from a rubber boat pushed into Turkish territorial waters by Greek elements.
Nigeria identifies 12 instances of Lassa fever within one week
The disease, transmitted through contact with rat excrement, can be transmitted from person to person and leads to fatal hemorrhagic fever.
Tunisia sentences media figures for ‘spreading false news’
Two Tunisian media figures received a one-year sentence for “spreading false news” and criticizing the president.
Fighting erupts in eastern DRC as army battles M23 rebels
DR Congo’s army launched an offensive against M23 rebels in North Kivu province, with fighting reported near Goma and surrounding areas.
Guinea demands life sentences for ex-dictator Camara
Guinea prosecutors seek life sentences for ex-dictator Moussa Dadis Camara and six others in a landmark trial over a 2009 massacre at a stadium in Conakry.
Guinea junta shuts down four radio stations, one TV channel
The move comes amid a wider crackdown on dissent and raises concerns about the upcoming elections.
El Nino drought pushes millions in Zambia to starvation — WFP
The World Food Programme warns of a “heartbreaking” hunger crisis in Zambia and other southern African countries due to El Nino-induced drought.
Prosecutors closes arguments in Guinean 2009 massacre trial
The trial of Moussa Dadis Camara, former Guinean dictator, and other officials reaches its closing arguments, as prosecutors recount the brutal crackdown on a 2009 opposition rally that left many dead and injured.
Discover the island of Madagascar: A wildlife wonderland
Madagascar, the fourth largest island in the world, is a captivating destination
New evidence links Apple to conflict minerals in DRC
Whistleblower claims and escalating violence raise questions about Apple’s supply chain ethics.
South Africa’s power utility will postpone the closure of coal plants.
South Africa’s Eskom will extend the operation of certain coal-fired power plants, including Camden, Krootflei, and Hendrina, until 2030
Guinea protests threat return as junta delays elections
Guinea’s civil society threatens to resume protests if the military junta doesn’t hold elections by the end of 2024.
Niger claims of killing dozens of ‘terrorists’
Niger’s military engaged in clashes with suspected terrorists in the western Tillaberi region.
Algerian villagers celebrate spring with ancient hockey-like game
Algerian villagers celebrate spring with an ancestral game called Thakourth, passed down through generations, symbolizing joy and community.