Pope: Africans are ‘special case’ when it comes to LGBT blessings
Pope told Italian newspaper La Stampa that “homosexuality was something ‘ugly’ from a cultural point of view” for Africans.
Italy unveils 1st details of ambitious Africa plan
At Rome summit with African leaders and top EU officials, Premier Meloni hopes to address key energy and migration issues, but faces criticism
Nigeria criticizes Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali’s ECOWAS exit
Tensions rise as Nigeria expresses dismay over the withdrawal of three military-led nations from ECOWAS.
Zimbabwe begins cholera vaccination as WHO gives 900K doses
Zimbabwe fights a deadly cholera outbreak, administering urgent vaccinations to combat over 400 reported deaths.
Boat capsizes in Congo, dozens feared dead
Tragic incident unfolds on Lake Kivu as an overloaded wooden boat capsizes, leaving dozens missing and 10 survivors.
Militia groups sign DRC peace deal amid inter-ethnic strife
“Zaire” defence group members signed peace accord with Congo army in Bunia, DR Congo, committing to peace, community integration.
Italy unveils Mattei Plan, pledging $6B in Africa tour
Italy’s PM proposes $6B Mattei Plan to strengthen ties with Africa amid skepticism, emphasizing concrete action.
EU demands explanation after Niger barred envoy’s entry
EU confronts Niger over blocking entry to crisis mission chief, seeking urgent explanations from authorities.
US targets alleged Darfur war Criminal with $5M bounty
US government takes action, designating Sudan’s Harun with $5M bounty for ICC-wanted war crimes in Darfur.
ANC suspends ex-president Zuma’s membership: report
Zuma, 81, served as leader of the ANC, country for nearly a decade but announced in December he will not vote or campaign for party in 2024 elections
Mansa Musa’s historic pilgrimage
In the 14th century, Mansa Musa, embarked on a pilgrimage to Mecca
Record holder Egypt eliminated from Africa Cup of Nations
DR Congo beat 7-time champions Egypt 8-7 on penalties in last 16
Ghana to scrap visas for Africans by December 2024
Ghana has announced plans to implement a policy enabling visa-free entry for all African visitors to the country by the close of 2024.
Guinea eliminate 10-man Equatorial Guinea at Africa Cup
Mohamed Bayo scores very late winner to take Guinea to quarterfinals
CAR President Touadéra meets Pope Francis
President Touadéra of the Central African Republic engaged in discussions with Pope Francis during his visit to the Vatican
48 people killed in latest herder violence in Nigeria’s Plateau State
Intercommunal violence is common in the state due to tensions over land between nomadic herders and indigenous farmers.
Homemade bomb kills six, including four children in Nigeria
Northeast Nigeria witnesses a devastating incident as six, including children, fall victim to a homemade bomb explosion.
ECOWAS prepares for talks amid Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger exit
Three vital ECOWAS members leave the group; bloc committed to finding a diplomatic solution to the crisis.
Menkaure Pyramid project faces criticism for ‘absurd’ changes
Menkaure Pyramid renovation in Egypt sparks social media uproar and expert disapproval for perceived “project of the century”.
Three Sahel nations withdraw from ECOWAS regional bloc
Complaining of bloc’s alleged subservience to foreign powers, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger call it quits
Queen Nzinga: 17th-century African ruler’s diplomacy and resistance
Queen Nzinga’s resistance against Portuguese colonization was not confined to diplomacy
Italia reveals “Mattei Plan” for African development
On the 28th and 29th of January, the Italian government will hold the much-anticipated Africa summit.
AU welcomes ICJ order to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza
Moussa Faki Mahamat stresses need for Israel to imperatively comply with the ruling
Nigeria qualify for Africa Cup of Nations last 8
Ademola Lookman scores double as Nigeria beat Cameroon 2-0
S Africa’s ruling party mulls split from Zuma pre-election
ANC faces tough call on ex-president Zuma, risking voter support before crucial election.
Sandboarding adventure in Ria’s Sahara desert
Ria, in the heart of the Sahara Desert, has emerged as an exciting destination for sandboarding
UN starts civilian evacuations amidst recent East Congo attack
Approximately 1,000 displaced individuals have sought shelter since Friday after escaping the town of Mweso. Tutsi-led M23 rebels carried out attacks in which around 20 people were killed