Ethiopia commemorates 128th anniversary of Adwa victory
Ethiopians rallied behind Emperor Menelik II’s call to resist colonial rule, marking a pivotal moment in Black history
Haitian PM in Kenya to discuss UN mission
Haiti’s prime minister is in Kenya to discuss a controversial deployment plan as his country grapples with a security and political crisis.
UN warns of ongoing violence in South Sudan ahead of elections
Despite a peace deal in 2018, South Sudan continues to experience violence, human rights abuses, and delays in implementing key peace agreement provisions ahead of December’s elections.
Thousands rally in Tunisia against rising living costs
The union leader blames austerity measures imposed for an IMF loan and President Saied’s weakening of democratic institutions.
Senegal citizens push for swift resolution on elections
Amidst a constitutional crisis, Senegal witnesses citizens gathering to demand swift presidential elections by April 2.
South Sudan: Sanctions for least developed countries’ struggles
African LDCs face hurdles reaching UN development goals. Funding, resources key.
Suspected arsonist in custody for targeting Synagogue in Tunisia
Synagogue fire in Tunisia prompts arrest of a public official; authorities probe if the blaze deliberately targeted the Jewish place of worship.
Social media fuels surge in African migrants to US-Mexico border
Social media buzz has sparked a significant increase in African migration to the US, with Senegalese migrants using a new route through Nicaragua to reach the US-Mexico border.
Chad’s junta leader declares candidacy after rival’s killing
Chad’s junta leader, Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, announced his candidacy for the May 6th presidential election, raising concerns about fairness.
Cameroon to try 17, including businessman, in journalist’s murder
Journalist’s murder rocks Cameroon. 17 suspects, including powerful figures, to be tried.
African Union’s efforts propel economic integration
The African Union (AU) continues to spearhead initiatives aimed at bolstering trade
UN warns of stalled dialogue deepens Sudan’s suffering
Millions face starvation and lack of medical care due to Sudan’s ongoing conflict, prompting the UN to call for urgent action.
South Sudanese minister urged the removal of the so-called sanctions
Sanctions cannot be used to help countries suffering in many areas, says James Pitia Morgan
Zimbabwe president cancels Victoria Falls trip amid bomb threat
A bomb scare shut down Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls Airport on Friday, forcing the country’s president to cancel a planned conference.
DRC concern over the potential development of oil drilling
The oil drills looming on the road to Adore Ngaka’s house remind him every day of everything he has lost
African nations spearhead space exploration
Several African nations have made remarkable progress in space research
Somalia slams Ethiopia-Somaliland deal as ‘annexation attempt’
Somalia expresses outrage over Ethiopia’s deal with Somaliland, vowing to protect its territorial integrity.
UN: Sudan civilians face “sheer terror” in brutal conflict
Millions in Sudan face war crimes, displacement, and hunger as the UN calls for an end to the violence.
Chad opposition says soldiers ‘executed’ leader ahead of election
Chad’s top opposition leader was killed during a military raid, sparking fears of violence ahead of the May election. The UN has called for restraint.
South Africa decries Israeli assault on Palestinians on food-line
International outcry as South Africa condemns Israeli attack on Gaza aid seekers, demanding immediate UN intervention to address the humanitarian crisis.
Tunisia talks aim for Libyan elections, UN pushes for dialogue
The UN envoy to Libya says talks between lawmakers fell short and calls for a more inclusive process.
Senegal journalist stabbed in brutal attack
Senegal’s president condemned a violent attack on a journalist, urging for a swift investigation as the motive remains unclear.
Iran intensifies supply of combat drones to Sudan’s military
Seizing an opportunity to strengthen ties with Khartoum, Iran has started supplying attack drones, specifically the Mohajer-6, to the SAF
Kenya and Haiti ink pact permitting deployment of police forces
Kenya had initially declared its intentions in July of the previous year to lead a mission to Haiti
Pakistani MONUSCO peacekeepers closed their Kamanyola
UN peacekeepers withdraw from Kamanyola base as DR Congo police take charge
Meningitis outbreak kills students in northern Nigeria
A meningitis outbreak has killed 20 students in northern Nigeria, local media reported
Former Tanzanian President Ali Hassan Mwinyi dead at 98
President Samia Suluhu Hassan makes announcement in televised address to nation