AI initiative poised to transform extreme weather forecasting systems
Extreme weather events causing floods, drought, and wildfires are becoming more frequent and more severe with climate change, affecting countries around the globe.
Tunisia border closure hits smuggling hub, sparks unemployment
Months after the closure of the Ras Jedir border crossing, a vital trade route between Tunisia and Libya, the Tunisian desert town of Ben Guerdane is feeling the economic pinch.
Kenya’s safari tourism: A global attraction for wildlife enthusiasts
Kenya’s reputation as a premier safari destination continues to flourish, drawing wildlife enthusiasts
Military on streets as protests subside in Kenya after tax bill scrap
Kenya’s High Court approved the deployment of military forces to quell anti-tax protests after police were overwhelmed, though President Ruto scrapped the contested tax bill.
DR Congo, Rwanda leaders could meet soon to address conflict
The presidents of DR Congo and Rwanda may meet soon to discuss peace in eastern DR Congo, mediated by Angola.
Migrants leave Tunisia amid EU pressure, anti-migrant sentiment
Facing rising anti-migrant sentiment and limited opportunities, a growing number of migrants are opting to leave Tunisia for their home countries.
Kenyan police clash with protesters after tax bill withdrawal
Despite the tax bill’s withdrawal, protesters in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and other cities continued to demand Ruto’s resignation
Burundi Court affirms life sentence for former PM
Burundi’s Supreme Court upheld the life sentence of former Prime Minister Bunyoni on charges like using witchcraft and plotting a coup.
Russian, Congolese leaders hold talks in Moscow
Sassou Nguesso, in Russia since Tuesday, is on his second visit to the country in less than a year
Sudan faces record levels of acute food insecurity: report
Integrated Food Security Phase Classification report says over half 25.6M population are in crisis or worse conditions, while 755,000 people facing ‘catastrophe’ food insecurity
UN rights chief calls for restraint to ensure peaceful assembly in Kenya
‘Investigations and accountability essential,’ says Volker Turk
President Ghazouani seeks second term in Mauritanian election
Nearly 2 million Mauritanians are voting in an election where President Ghazouani, facing accusations of corruption, seeks a second term against opponents including anti-slavery activist Dah Abeid.
Who are the candidates in Mauritania’s presidential election?
The presidential election is poised to test the political dynamics of Mauritania, a country historically marked by military coups and ethnic divisions
Ghazouani vies for re-election in Mauritania on cusp of energy boom
The 67-year-old former army chief is expected to maintain dominance due to his ruling party’s stronghold in the country
Kenya braces for new protests despite presidential concession
Amidst heightened security, including an army vehicle in Nairobi’s central business district, some protest supporters called off their demonstrations following the finance bill’s withdrawal
US thanks Kenya for taking steps to reduce tensions
Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Kenyan President William Ruto hold phone call to discuss situation in African country
IMF closely monitoring situation in Kenya
IMF is committed to working together with Kenya to charter a course towards ‘robust, sustainable and inclusive’ growth, says official
Nigeria to ban single-use plastics from January
Nigeria is one of the world’s top plastic polluters, generating over 2.5 million tons of plastic waste annually.
Tunisian soldier killed in border patrol shooting
The attack, which took place near Libya, raises concerns about security and leaves investigators searching for answers.
US praises Kenya’s Ruto for reducing tax bill tensions
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken praised Kenyan President William Ruto for calming unrest and urged restraint and investigations into alleged abuses during protests.
Guinea court sets July 31 verdict in ex-dictator massacre trial
Guinea’s court will announce its verdict on July 31 in the trial of ex-dictator Moussa Dadis Camara and others accused of a 2019 massacre involving murder, sexual violence, and other atrocities.
Climate activists target China over East Africa oil pipeline
The project has drawn criticism for its impact on the environment and local communities.
Congo rights group alarms over tenfold increase in torture cases
A human rights group in the Republic of Congo documented a dramatic increase in torture cases, urging the government to address the issue.
Two South African soldiers killed, 20 injured in DRC
Soldiers part of Southern African regional bloc of peacekeepers in violence-torn nation
Malian Timbuktu police chief found guilty of war crimes by ICC
The ICC finds a Malian militant guilty of war crimes and crimes against humanity for his role in enforcing Sharia law during the 2012 rebel takeover of Timbuktu.
Kenya president backs down on tax hikes after deadly protests
Ruto announced he would not sign the finance bill that included the tax hikes, citing the strong opposition from the Kenyan public
Tourism: The lifeline of Cape Verde’s economy
The archipelago of Cape Verde, located off the northwest coast of Africa, is a haven for tourists seeking sun, sea, and sand