First group of tourists arrive in Kenya via new visa-free entry program

Kenya opens its doors to global travelers, waiving visa requirements for all nationalities

Sudan’s Burhan rejects ceasefire, vows to continue war

Sudan’s army chief rejects ceasefire, pledging to continue a nine-month war with RSF amid war crimes accusations.

DR Congo experiencing worst flooding in 60 years

At the end of December, the flooding hit the provinces of Ituri and Mongala as well as the capital Kinshasa. 

Rwanda, Congo deny talks with Israel to welcome Palestinian migrants

‘No such discussion has taken place either now or in the past,’ says Rwanda

Kenya suspends 27 hospitals amid allegations of $126 million fraud

Health minister notes government took decisive action to address fraudulent activities affecting national health Insurance

How traditional African societies fostered stability in power shifts

In many corners of Africa, ancient traditions continue to offer valuable lessons in governance

Record-breaking success: A Tribe Called Judah tops Nigerian box office

Describing the film as a “cultural gem,” FilmOne Entertainment lauded Akindele for her dedication to storytelling

Insurgents kill 14 in northeast Nigeria, residents say

Escalating violence as suspected insurgents claim 14 lives in a deadly attack on a nightclub in Yobe, Nigeria.

Oscar Pistorius granted parole after almost 9 years behind bars

Double amputee, known as Blade Runner for his athletic achievements, shot and killed his girlfriend in Feb. 2013

Senegal court rejects opposition leader Sonko’s presidential bid

Senegal’s Constitutional Council has rejected the candidacy of jailed opposition leader Ousmane Sonko for the upcoming presidential election, citing an incomplete application.

Niger reinstates call tax to boost struggling economy

Economic measures adopted in Niger to counter sanctions and boost economy.

Militant attack leaves three dead in northern Mozambique village

Ntontwe village in Cabo Delgado province attacked again by militants, despite Rwandan presence.

Nigeria to ban degrees from Kenya, Uganda in crackdown

Nigeria has announced an expansion of its suspension of degrees accreditation, encompassing additional countries such as Kenya and Uganda.

Nigerian army kills 10 terrorists

4 children, 5 women rescued in Katsina and Zamfara states, says official

‘Unauthorized armed persons’ board merchant ship off Somalia

United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operation advises vessels to transit with caution, report any suspicious activity

Sudan recalls ambassador to Kenya

Kenyan President William Ruto’s meeting with Gen. Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo has sparked diplomatic tensions.

EU reaffirms its support for territorial integrity of Somalia

The Horn of Africa doesn’t need more tensions,’ says Josep Borrell

Ethiopia completes 94% of controversial Renaissance Dam

Renaissance Dam council calls for continued meetings between Egypt, Sudan and Ethiopia to address disagreements

UK expresses concern over ‘escalating tensions’ in Horn of Africa

‘We reaffirm our full respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia,’ says British Embassy in Mogadishu

Ghana official creditors mull debt restructuring terms

Cut-off date disagreement stalls Ghana’s debt relief from official creditors.

DRC’s Catholic and Protestant churches demand inquiry into election is...

DR Congo churches demand probe into election irregularities, raising doubts about Tshisekedi’s re-election.

Liberia-flagged carrier boarded by armed individuals off Somalia

Maritime security officials sound the alarm after a merchant vessel is intercepted by armed individuals near Somalia.

Tunisia arrests Al Jazeera reporter, accusing with terrorism

Tunisian anti-terrorism forces arrested Al Jazeera’s Samir Sassi, prompting the journalists’ union to denounce the arbitrary detention and express concerns about deteriorating freedom of speech.

Turkey concerned over Ethiopia-Somaliland port deal

Turkey expressed concern over Ethiopia’s Red Sea port deal with Somaliland, reiterating its commitment to Somali unity and urging direct dialogue for dispute resolution.

UN warns of escalating human suffering in Sudan with nearly 25M people

UN’s Martin Griffiths issues urgent warning on Sudan’s deepening crisis, urging global action to avert humanitarian catastrophe.

Zambia delays school reopening by 3 weeks due to cholera outbreak

Measure comes week after Southern African state banned street vending due to surge in Cholera cases

Agri-Tech innovations transform African agriculture

Agri-tech has been a driving force in revolutionizing farming practices across Africa

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