Court sentences Nigeriens arrested at Benin port
A court in Benin sentences three Nigeriens arrested at the port, adding fuel to the fire of tensions between the West African neighbors regarding oil exports.
Turkish charities donate meat to Ugandans for Eid al Adha
Turkish charities are providing meat donations to Ugandans in celebration of Eid al-Adha, fostering community spirit and supporting the needy.
DRC churches report nepotism in election
A church report critiquing December’s DR Congo election was met with strong opposition from Ceni.
Africa set for boost in vaccine production with over $1B pledged
From Covid-19 to cholera and malaria, a Paris summit tackles vaccine challenges in Africa.
African Union denounces DR Congo massacres by ADF
Over 150 people killed in eastern DR Congo by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF). The African Union urges regional collaboration to stop the violence.
Eight die in Zimbabwe bus fire
The incident occurred as the bus was transporting pilgrims to the Bernard Mizeki Annual Festival in Marondera
France scales back military presence in West and Central Africa
France is significantly reducing troops in West and Central Africa, citing anti-French sentiment and Russia’s growing influence.
The enduring strength of extended family systems in African societies
African societies continue to thrive on the foundation of extended family systems
ANC says South Africa’s coalition government expands to 5 parties
Efforts are ongoing to include more parties in the coalition, though some, like the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) and uMkhonto we Sizwe, have opted out
Sudan’s RSF leader blames Islamist factions for Manama Talks derailment
Dagalo emphasized that the negotiations aimed to secure a peace deal to end the conflict and transition SAF out of power
Pope calls for action to halt violence in the DR Congo
Pope Francis called on national and international authorities to take action to stop the bloodshed in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
Young people in Burkina Faso reportedly boycott Kemi Seba meeting
Young people in Burkina Faso are calling on the authorities to invest in programmes that will enable them to stay in their country.
Nairobi: The green city in the sun
Nairobi, the capital and largest city of Kenya, proudly carries the moniker “The Green City in the Sun”
Pope calls for action to end violence in eastern DRC
Pope Francis condemns the recent surge of violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, urging national and international authorities to take action to protect civilians.
Jacob Zuma’s MK party partners with opposition
The MK party has formed an alliance with opposition groups, including the EFF and UDM, to oppose the ANC and DA unity government, following a disputed election.
Al-Qaeda affiliate claims deadly attack on Burkina Faso soldiers
Al-Qaeda affiliate JNIM claims responsibility for a deadly attack on a military post in Burkina Faso, killing over 100 soldiers and raising concerns about regional instability.
Turkey’s aid foundation begins qurban sacrifice program in Africa
TDV volunteers have started slaughtering sacrificial animals at 30 locations across the country
Kenyan teenager achieves third-fastest time ever in 800m
Nineteen-year-old Emmanuel Wanyonyi ran the fastest 800 meters since 2012 at the Kenyan Athletics Olympics Trials in Nairobi on Saturday
Ghanaian girl, father injured in racist attack in Germany
Young girls attacked by group of around 20 teenagers and young adults in town of Grevesmuhlen
Chad are celebrating Eid al-Adha
Muslims living in the Sido region of Chad are celebrating Eid al-Adha. The festive attire worn by the local people creates colorful scenes. Women and girls from Sido are dressed in ethnic patterned dresses and adorned with jewelry, while men are welcoming the festival in traditional attire.
Tanzania debuts eastern Africa’s first electric train
The project is a major boost for domestic connectivity and economic opportunities with neighboring countries like Uganda and Rwanda
40,000 Muslims pray at Al-Aqsa to mark 1st day of Eid al-Adha
Israeli police assaulted Palestinian worshipers as they entered, according to local sources
Zimbabwe: Land of waterfalls
Zimbabwe, often referred to as the “Land of Waterfalls,” is home to Victoria Falls
Kenyan magistrate shot by officer succumbs to injuries
Three officers were also injured during the attack, but Koome did not provide an update on their condition
UNGA President pledges support for peace in South Sudan
Since war erupted in South Sudan in December 2013, nearly 4 million people have been displaced and half of the population are facing extreme hunger.
Vanishing pond in Mali jeopardizes UNESCO fishing tradition
The unprecedented heat wave in Mali this year has also led to a surge in deaths.
Historic Ugandan artifacts to return home for a three-year exhibition
The African Union aims to have a common policy on the return of looted cultural property.