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.
EU accused of funding ‘mass migrant dumping’ in North Africa
An investigation alleges the EU is funding North African countries that expel migrants, including through desert abandonment, raising concerns about human rights violations.
Gunmen kill over 40 in attack on Nigerian mining community
A deadly attack by gunmen has left over 40 people dead in a mining community in Nigeria’s central Plateau state.
Deadly minibus accident in Egypt claims lives of farm workers
A ferry accident in Egypt claimed the lives of 10 female farm workers when their minibus plunged into the Nile River.
Charges dropped against 9 Egyptians in deadly shipwreck case
Up to 700 migrants from Pakistan, Syria, and Egypt boarded a fishing trawler in Libya, bound for Italy, before it sank off the coast of Pylos in southwestern Greece on June 14
University of al-Qarawiyyin: The world’s oldest operating university
The University was established by Fatima al-Fihri, a visionary woman from a wealthy merchant family
Here’s what to know about the foiled coup in DR Congo
Security forces thwarted a coup attempt in the Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday.
South Africa welcomes ICC arrest warrant
South Africa’s presidency has welcomed the recent announcement by the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) chief prosecutor
South Africa boosts security for May 29 elections
South Africa is implementing extra security measures in anticipation of the general elections on May 29
Migrants in Tunisia ask for safe passage to Europe
Hundreds of Tunisians marched in the streets of Jebeniana this weekend, demanding that the Tunisian government expel the migrants.
President Ruto arrives in US for a 4-day state visit
Kenya is a key US ally in eastern Africa. The two nations have a relatively strong military cooperation.
Morocco, US lead massive ‘African Lion’ military exercise
The 20th edition of the “African Lion” military exercise, the largest in Africa, commenced in Morocco with participation from 20 countries and NATO.
Opposition leader, activist among contenders in Mauritania election
Mauritania’s President Ghazouani will face six challengers in the June 29 election, with the constitutional council rejecting former President Aziz’s candidacy.
S Africa backs international warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders
President Ramaphosa of South Africa welcomes the ICC’s prosecution request against Israeli and Hamas leaders, reinforcing the country’s commitment to the international rule of law and human rights.
Mali professor jailed for criticizing military regime in book
A Malian professor received a 2-year prison sentence (1 suspended) for criticizing the military regime in his book, highlighting a crackdown on dissent.
African diaspora’s influence on continental politics grows
The African diaspora continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape
South Africa: Jacob Zuma launches new party manifesto
Zuma’s uMkhonto weSizwe party, known here as the MK Party, has emerged as a significant player in South Africa’s upcoming elections
DRC claims to thwart coup attempt, arrests made in Kinshasa
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s military claims it stopped a coup attempt in Kinshasa, arresting individuals involved and assuring the situation is under control.
US to complete withdrawal from Niger by September 15
The US and Niger have reached an agreement for the withdrawal of all American troops from Niger by September 15th.
Kenyan police set for Haiti deployment within weeks
The deployment faces legal challenges, but officials say it will happen “in the next few days, few weeks.”
Africa’s natural wonders draw millions of tourists annually
Africa, a continent brimming with natural beauty, attracts millions of tourists
E-commerce booms in Africa
One of the key factors driving the success of these e-commerce giants is their integration of smart logistics
Over 550 migrants intercepted by Senegal navy over past two weeks
Senegal’s navy has intercepted more than 550 migrants since the start of May in four separate operations
Malawian man convicted of insulting the president in a TikTok video
A man in Malawi has been convicted of insulting President Lazarus Chakwera after posting a TikTok video showing an animated figure
Senegal’s PM questions France military presence on several bases
Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko questioned the military presence of former colonial ruler France, which has several bases in the West Africa