Three Coptic Egyptian monks killed in South Africa
Three Coptic Egyptian monks were killed in a “criminal assault” inside a Coptic monastery in South Africa, the Christian Coptic Orthodox Church of Egypt said on Tuesday.
Nigeria’s President Tinubu: “Pray for Nigeria”
Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for prayers during Ramadan for peace and stability against increasing security challenges in his country. According to a statement by the Presidency, Tinubu attended the opening of the Tafsir Program held at the Presidential Residence in the capital Abuja on the occasion of Ramadan. In his remarks, Tinubu advised Muslims to show kindness to each other and their neighbors, as well as to support the less privileged in society. “We are facing kidnapping, banditry and other challenges,” Tinubu said, calling on Muslims in Nigeria to pray for peace and stability in the country during this blessed month. Nigeria is struggling with attacks by armed gangs in different regions as well as terrorist organizations Boko Haram and ISWAP, the West African branch of ISIS. More than 500 civilians, mostly students, were abducted by terrorist organizations or armed groups on March 6-9.
Johannesburg’s dry taps partly blamed on heatwave
Residents across areas in South Africa’s largest city have suffered during the current heatwave as some have now been without water for over a week.
Aid to Sudanese refugees in Chad could end next month
Food aid for hundreds of thousands of Sudanese refugees in Chad, some of whom are close to starvation, will be suspended next month without more funding, the World Food Programme (WFP) said on Tuesday. Since conflict broke out in Sudan nearly a year ago, more than half a million Sudanese refugees have fled to Chad across the long desert border and the country is now one of Africa’s main refugee hot spots with more than 1 million in total. But the WFP says it is struggling to feed them all and many are already skipping meals. Nearly half of Sudanese refugee children under five-years-old are suffering from severe anemia. “We’ve already cut our operations in ways that would have been unthinkable just a few years ago, leaving hungry people close to starvation,” said Pierre Honnorat, WFP’s Representative and Country Director in Chad. “We need donors to prevent the situation from becoming an all-out catastrophe.” A supply route from Chad into Sudan’s Darfur, where hunger is worsening, is also at risk due to funding shortages, WFP said. With more resources, WFP would be able to position food stocks ahead of the rainy season when some refugee populations in Chad get cut off from supplies by muddy rivers. The agency is urgently calling for $242 million to ensure ongoing support for the next six months.
Lightning kills four people in Mozambique
Four individuals lost their lives and three others sustained injuries from lightning strikes in the town of Mogincual, Nampula province in Mozambique.
Nigerian army uncovers IPOB firearms factory in Delta state
Nigerian army troops raided a firearms factory operated by IPOB and ESN in Delta State, killing two fighters and recovering a large cache of weapons.
Kenya halts police deployment to Haiti
Kenya’s planned deployment of police to help stabilize Haiti is on hold due to the resignation of Haiti’s Prime Minister and ongoing political instability.
Sudan fighting rages despite Ramadan plea
Reports detail renewed clashes between Sudan’s military and Rapid Support Forces in Khartoum, defying Ramadan truce calls.
Ancient African banking: Exploring traditional systems
The “tontine” system, dating back centuries, was a cornerstone of economic activity
Ghana: We are very worried about what’s happening in Gaza
Shirley Botchwey calls on Hamas to release hostages, international community to push for humanitarian corridor to get aid into Gaza
Nigerian state names airport after Tinubu
Nigeria’s central Niger state has decided to rename its newly renovated local airport after President Bola Tinubu.
Ethiopia, TPLF discuss ceasefire implementation
The deal signed in Pretoria, South Africa helped end more than two years of deadly fighting.
South Africa’s ANC likely to lose parliamentary majority
Some 27 million South Africans are already registered to cast a ballot on May 29
Rwanda’s Kagame to meet DRC’s Tshisekedi on security
The talks aim to address the ongoing conflict in DR Congo’s east, fueled by M23 rebels.
African nations intensify efforts against corruption
Several African nations have taken decisive steps by implementing robust anti-corruption measures
Ex-Ivory Coast President Gbagbo agrees to contest 2025 election
The election is expected to be held in October 2025. President Alassane Ouattara, who was re-elected in 2020, has not yet said whether he will run again
Senegal opposition pushes new currency, renegotiates deals
Senegalese opposition candidate backed by a popular figure proposes a new currency, renegotiated contracts, and economic reforms if elected.
Central African states lift sanctions on Gabon, returns membership
Central African States decide to end sanctions on Gabon, welcoming its reintegration after a political upheaval six months ago.
Arab League calls for Sudan truce
The Arab League joins the UN in urging a ceasefire in Sudan, where fighting between the Sudanese military and Rapid Support Forces have caused widespread death and displacement.
Libyan leaders agree on unified government for elections
Libyan leaders agreed to form a unified government to supervise the country’s long-awaited elections.
Community tourism initiatives thrive across Africa
Community tourism initiatives have been gaining momentum across Africa
Sudanese military leaders reject Ramadan ceasefire plea
The conflict between Sudan’s army and the RSF began in mid-April 2023 due to tensions surrounding a transition plan to civilian rule
South Africa’s Tyla cancels world tour over ‘worsened’ injur...
South African sensation Tyla has called off her highly awaited debut world tour just a fortnight prior to its scheduled commencement.
Ex-head of state Gbagbo to rerun for Ivorian presidential elections
Former Ivory Coast President Laurent Gbagbo has agreed to lead his African People’s Party into the 2025 presidential elections.
Sudan’s RSF endorses UN ceasefire call during Ramadan
The truce could bring relief to millions and open the door for peace talks between the warring parties.
MSF calls for protection after hospital attack in DRC
The attack killed a patient, looted supplies, and displaced thousands to a camp lacking proper healthcare.
Separatists kill six, including police in Nigeria attack
Armed men suspected to be separatists attacked a police checkpoint in southeastern Nigeria, killing six people including four police officers.