Niger ditches West, embraces Russia for cooperation
Niger’s military regime is strengthening security ties with Russia after a coup, turning away from Western partners in the fight against jihadist insurgencies in the Sahel region.
Zambia limits power as drought devastates agriculture
Zambia’s ongoing drought caused by El Niño has led to power shortages, threatening food security and prompting the government to seek solutions.
Togo shifts power: parliament now elects president
Togo’s new constitution allows President Faure Gnassingbe to potentially extend his rule by a year, sparking controversy over democratic backsliding.
Mining accident kills seven in Liberia
Seven people were killed in Liberia after an abandoned gold mine collapsed.
Nigerian court has sentenced a Chinese man to death
A Nigerian court on Tuesday sentenced a Chinese national to death after finding him guilty of killing his girlfriend.
Kenya hands over the bodies of Doomsday cult to relatives
Kenya’s government on Tuesday began handing over to relatives the bodies of 429 members of a doomsday cult at the centre of a legal case that has shocked the country.
Africa’s democratic wave
Since the 1990s, Africa has witnessed a remarkable surge in democratization
Libya’s oil minister suspended for probe
The Administrative Control Agency suspended him while probing case No. 178.
Nigeria’s military blames informants for failed raids
Nigeria’s military admits bad intelligence from informants is hampering the fight against kidnappings in the north.
Nigeria: 130 school children return home after weeks in captivity
The children were seized by motorcycle-riding gunmen at their school in the remote Kaduna state
2 police officers, 1 civilian dead in Kenya bomb blast
Somalia’s Al-Shabaab terrorists suspected in deadly attack targeting police officers
Senegal opposition candidate Faye set to win presidential election
Ruling coalition candidate Amadou Ba concedes election and congratulates Bassirou Diomaye Faye for first-round victory
Malawi declares state of disaster due to severe drought
Zimbabwe has also suffered significant crop losses as a result of the drought, compounding the agricultural challenges faced by the region
Africa embraces sustainable urban development
Across Africa, a silent revolution is reshaping city skylines as architects
S Sudanese opposition protests ‘exorbitant’ election registration fee
South Sudanese opposition parties protest against the $50,000 registration fee for the country’s first-ever elections, citing concerns about democracy and political participation.
Egypt leads in medals as the 13th All-Africa Games
The 13th All-Africa Games held in Ghana ended on Sunday with a resounding success.
Thousands march in South Africa in solidarity with Palestine
Thousands of people from around the world marched 41 kilometers in Cape Town, South Africa, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Death toll in Nigeria shooting rises to 66
The death toll from Thursday’s attack on Madaka, a community in Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State, has risen to 66, residents said.
War in Sudan creates perilous food delivery network
Facing famine and violence, Sudan’s youth step up. A network of self-funded community kitchens run by volunteers keeps hope alive.
Senegal’s Faye nears first-round victory in presidential poll
Bassirou Diomaye Faye leads in Senegal’s presidential race, with the possibility of securing a first-round victory, amidst a political crisis and the task of managing impending oil and gas revenues.
ADF kills 11 in eastern DR Congo
The Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebel group launched attacks in eastern DR Congo, killing at least 11 civilians.
Vote counting starts in Senegal’s presidential election
Amadou Ba of ruling coalition and opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye have expressed confidence in winning poll.
Algeria U20 manager loses cool, slaps player
Algeria’s U20 coach Yacine Manaa was caught on video slapping a player during a heated exchange with opponents Tunisia in a friendly match.
Algeria to send 150 tons of aid to Gaza amid Israeli offensive
Algeria sends 150 tons of humanitarian aid to Gaza amid a deadly Israeli offensive, demonstrating solidarity with Palestinians under siege.
Stampede at cash giveaway kills four in Nigeria
A stampede erupted amidst a large crowd struggling with economic hardship, leaving at least four women confirmed dead.
Malawi declares state of disaster due to severe drought
Malawi’s president calls for urgent action after witnessing the devastation of drought firsthand.
Ethiopia plans legislation allowing foreigners to own real estate
Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announces plans to introduce legislation allowing foreigners to own real estate in the country as part of broader economic reforms aimed at attracting investment.