SA parliament speaker resigns over corruption probe
Ms Mapisa-Nqakula is accused of soliciting bribes in return for awarding contracts during her time as defence minister.
Pope Francis prays for volunteers killed in Gaza
The number of volunteers killed in the Palestinian enclave is now around 200. the deadliest ever crisis for humanitairian workers.
Togo in limbo: Elections postponed amid tensions over reform
Togo’s government delays elections after a controversial constitutional reform raises concerns about President Gnassingbé’s potential to extend his rule.
South Africa to phase out captive-bred lion hunting
Conservation groups celebrate a major victory as South Africa outlaws captive lion breeding for hunting purposes.
Ministry bypasses federation in naming new Cameroon coach
Cameroon’s Football Federation is at odds with the Ministry of Sports over the appointment of Marc Brys as the new national team coach.
Dozens killed in DRC rebel attack on village near Uganda border
Rebels linked to the Islamic State group launch a deadly attack in eastern Congo, killing at least a dozen civilians and setting a hospital on fire.
Ex-rebel highlights challenges of leaving militias in CAR
A UN-backed program in CAR disarms rebels but struggles to keep them from rejoining militias.
Gabon takes historic step towards democratic renewal
Led by President Felix Tshisekedi, the dialogue signifies a crucial step towards fostering hope for a brighter future in the country
Ghana to hike cocoa farmgate price by 50 pct
To address smuggling and share profits from the global cocoa price boom, Ghana announces a significant increase in farmgate prices for cocoa farmers.
UN: Disease, hunger hit DRC prisons, over 100 dead in 2024
A UN official revealed critical conditions in Democratic Republic of Congo’s prisons, with over 100 deaths in 2024 attributed to overcrowding, disease, and insufficient food.
Patients suffer as Kenyan doctors’ strike persists
Kenyan doctors continue their strike, rejecting a government offer on salary arrears and trainee doctor hiring.
Nigeria raises electricity rates for major consumers
The commission intends to classify customers based on data provided by electricity distributors
Graft scandal rocks South Africa as speaker steps down
A corruption scandal engulfs South Africa’s ruling party as the parliament speaker resigns just weeks before national elections.
African nations spearhead space exploration efforts
African countries are accelerating their investment in space exploration and technology
Zimbabwe declares state of emergency due to devastating drought
Southern African country has grain deficit of 680,000 metric tons, with more than 2.7M people in need of food aid, says President Emmerson Mnangagwa
At least 12 killed, 15 children missing in South Sudan attack
A civil war from 2013-18 caused hundreds of thousands of deaths and although the main belligerents have since been at peace, clashes continue among armed groups.
Ugandan court to issue verdict in petition against tough anti-gay law
Uganda’s constitutional court is due on Wednesday to deliver a verdict on a petition seeking to annul the country’s tough Anti-Homosexuality Act
SA’s parliamentary speaker faces imminent arrest over graft charges
Opposition lawmakers have called for her to step down from her position as speaker over the allegations.
Sudan suspends Saudi, Emirati news channels
Sudan’s government suspends Al Arabiya, Al Hadath, and Sky News Arabia, raising concerns about press freedom in the war-torn nation.
Uganda court poised to rule on controversial anti-gay law
Uganda’s constitutional court is set to deliver a momentous verdict on the Anti-Homosexuality Act today.
Africa’s youngest president takes office, promising ‘systemic change’
Senegal’s new president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, took the oath of office in Tuesday’s ceremony
Power price hike looms in Nigeria as subsidy reduction announced
In a move to tackle budget pressures, Nigeria plans to cut electricity subsidies for wealthier consumers (15%).
Guinea opposition demands transition timeline
Guinea’s opposition rejects the military’s delay of civilian rule, demanding elections by December 31st and accusing the junta of restricting freedoms.
Botswana’s ‘gift’ to Germany: 20,000 elephants
Botswana’s elephant population is booming, and the president has a controversial solution: send 20,000 to Germany!
South Africa’s Zuma appeals electoral commission decision
Jacob Zuma appeals against his disqualification from running in South Africa’s general elections, citing that the electoral commission had no valid reasons to violate his political rights.
ADF attacks DR Congo, killing 10 civilians
At least 10 civilians were killed in eastern DR Congo during an attack blamed on the ADF rebel group, who targeted a health center and kidnapped people.
Oil-rich Gabon seeks stability through dialogue
Following a coup that toppled the Bongo dynasty, Gabon embarks on a national dialogue to establish democracy.