Death toll in Kenya tax protests tops 39 with 361 wounded
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights reports 39 deaths and 361 injuries from recent anti-tax protests, as activists prepare for further action despite the government’s reversal on tax hikes.
Turkish foreign minister hosts Congolese counterpart
Hakan Fidan, Jean-Claude Gakosso meet in Ankara, sign protocol on exchange of land for diplomatic missions
Kenya vows spending cuts, says finance minister
President William Ruto withdrew a finance bill containing 346 billion Kenyan shillings ($2.69 billion) in tax increases following deadly protests
Madagascar: A biodiversity hotspot with unique wildlife
Madagascar, the fourth largest island in the world, is renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity
Mauritania’s Ghazouani re-elected with 56.12% votes
Interior Ministry says its security forces quelled ‘riots’ following announcement of election results
Nigeria: Suspected female suicide bombers kill at least 18
No one has so far claimed responsibility for the the attacks, but Gwoza is in Borno state
Malawi’s most celebrated musician and politician dies
Lucius Banda had released 20 albums at the time of his death
Egypt, EU sign 35 agreements, MoUs worth $72.4B
Agreements, MoUs include projects in areas such as ‘green hydrogen, electric vehicles, infrastructure, sustainable transportation.
Cyril Ramaphosa names ‘unprecedented’ unity cabinet
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa named a new Cabinet on sunday evening after his African National Congress
M23 rebels seize key town in DR Congo’s troubled east
DR Congo’s North Kivu town Kirumba’s capture raises fears of further rebel advances towards major cities like Butembo and Beni.
Middle East faces serious changes over Gaza war — Egypt
Egyptian President Sisi addressed the serious changes in the Middle East amid the Gaza conflict, criticizing international silence and pledging to alleviate economic suffering in Egypt.
Mauritania’s president leads with 78% votes counted
Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani at 55.32% as vote counting continues
Kenyans mourn protest deaths in peaceful Nairobi march
Hundreds gathered in Nairobi to pay tribute to those who died in anti-government protests over a tax hike.
UK taxi driver still paid as Nigerian civil servant
Over the past two years, more than 3.6 million Nigerians have moved abroad, driven by limited prospects and the devaluation of the naira
French author, publisher arrested at book event in Algeria
Algerian authorities raise eyebrows by arresting a French author and her publisher during a book presentation.
Liberia’s new war crimes court faces criticism over appointment
Liberia’s long-awaited war crimes court faces controversy as critics question the appointment of lawyer Jonathan Massaquoi, who previously represented figures accused of atrocities.
Daily power cuts plague Egypt as heatwave intensifies
Daily power cuts grip Egypt, causing frustration and hardship as scorching temperatures strain the country’s energy grid.
Diverse climates: Africa’s ecological richness
Africa, the second-largest continent on Earth, boasts an incredible diversity of climates
Six killed in suicide attack in Nigeria
In a suicide attack organized in Borno state in northeastern Nigeria, 6 people lost their lives.
With over 40% of votes counted, Mauritania’s president leads in polls
Incumbent Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani is leading in preliminary results of the country’s presidential election held Saturday, with 42% of votes counted.
6.3 million needing humanitarian aid and protection in Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso is facing an “unprecedented humanitarian crisis” and lacks means to solve it, the UN has warned.
Life in the Kalahari: Kang, Botswana
The village of Kang offers a unique glimpse into the resilient and rich traditions of the San people
European firms sign over €40B in deals with Egypt, EU chief says
Human rights groups have criticized the financing for Egypt, citing President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi’s decade-long crackdown on political dissent
Mauritania’s presidential elections underway
7 candidates competing in elections, including human rights, anti-slavery campaigner Biram Dah Abeid, Tewassoul party chief Hamadi Ould Sid’ El Moctar
Kenya: Government remains concerned despite financial bill withdrawal
Despite IMF warnings about impending protests, Kenya must navigate financial challenges post-financial bill withdrawal
Haiti PM heads to US amid Kenyan police patrols in capital
The violence has displaced over half a million people, and around half the population faces food insecurity
Nigeria military neutralizes 2,245 terrorists in 3 months
1,993 victims kidnapped for ransom were rescued, 2,783 weapons, significant amount of ammunition belonging to terrorists seized, says official