Libya’s oil minister suspended for probe

The Administrative Control Agency suspended him while probing case No. 178.

Nigeria’s military blames informants for failed raids

Nigeria’s military admits bad intelligence from informants is hampering the fight against kidnappings in the north.

Nigeria: 130 school children return home after weeks in captivity

The children were seized by motorcycle-riding gunmen at their school in the remote Kaduna state

2 police officers, 1 civilian dead in Kenya bomb blast

Somalia’s Al-Shabaab terrorists suspected in deadly attack targeting police officers

Senegal opposition candidate Faye set to win presidential election

Ruling coalition candidate Amadou Ba concedes election and congratulates Bassirou Diomaye Faye for first-round victory

Malawi declares state of disaster due to severe drought

Zimbabwe has also suffered significant crop losses as a result of the drought, compounding the agricultural challenges faced by the region

Africa embraces sustainable urban development

Across Africa, a silent revolution is reshaping city skylines as architects

S Sudanese opposition protests ‘exorbitant’ election registration fee

South Sudanese opposition parties protest against the $50,000 registration fee for the country’s first-ever elections, citing concerns about democracy and political participation.

Egypt leads in medals as the 13th All-Africa Games

The 13th All-Africa Games held in Ghana ended on Sunday with a resounding success.

Thousands march in South Africa in solidarity with Palestine

Thousands of people from around the world marched 41 kilometers in Cape Town, South Africa, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.

Death toll in Nigeria shooting rises to 66

The death toll from Thursday’s attack on Madaka, a community in Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State, has risen to 66, residents said.

War in Sudan creates perilous food delivery network

Facing famine and violence, Sudan’s youth step up. A network of self-funded community kitchens run by volunteers keeps hope alive.

Senegal’s Faye nears first-round victory in presidential poll

Bassirou Diomaye Faye leads in Senegal’s presidential race, with the possibility of securing a first-round victory, amidst a political crisis and the task of managing impending oil and gas revenues.

ADF kills 11 in eastern DR Congo

The Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebel group launched attacks in eastern DR Congo, killing at least 11 civilians.

Vote counting starts in Senegal’s presidential election

Amadou Ba of ruling coalition and opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye have expressed confidence in winning poll.

Algeria U20 manager loses cool, slaps player

Algeria’s U20 coach Yacine Manaa was caught on video slapping a player during a heated exchange with opponents Tunisia in a friendly match.

Algeria to send 150 tons of aid to Gaza amid Israeli offensive

Algeria sends 150 tons of humanitarian aid to Gaza amid a deadly Israeli offensive, demonstrating solidarity with Palestinians under siege.

Stampede at cash giveaway kills four in Nigeria

A stampede erupted amidst a large crowd struggling with economic hardship, leaving at least four women confirmed dead.

Malawi declares state of disaster due to severe drought

Malawi’s president calls for urgent action after witnessing the devastation of drought firsthand.

Ethiopia plans legislation allowing foreigners to own real estate

Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announces plans to introduce legislation allowing foreigners to own real estate in the country as part of broader economic reforms aimed at attracting investment.

Chad approves 10 candidates for presidential poll

Amidst a transition from junta rule, Chad’s Constitutional Council clears 10 candidates, including interim President, for the presidential election in May.

Africa’s journey towards inclusive banking

The World Bank estimates that two-thirds of sub-Saharan Africa’s population lacks access to banking

Senegal votes in presidential election after months of uncertainty

17 candidates on ballot; some 7.3M citizens eligible to vote

300 kidnapped Nigerian schoolchildren have been released

A sigh of relief after nearly 300 abducted schoolchildren freed in Nigeria

Senegal opposition has warned against any electoral fraud

After months of procrastination and uncertainty, the Senegalese are finally going to vote in the country’s presidential election.

Somali government arrests 16 suspects in SYL hotel attack

The Somali government announces the arrest of 16 suspects connected to the SYL hotel attack in Mogadishu, which targeted high-profile officials and business people.

African leaders extend condolences to Russia after terror attack

African leaders condemn the heinous terror attack in Moscow, offering sincere condolences to Russia and expressing solidarity with the victims and their families.

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