Thousands gather for funeral of Kelvin Kiptum
Kenyan leader William Ruto was present at funeral service, hailing Kiptum’s talent, inspirational spirit
Egypt, Jordan urge truce amid Israel’s Gaza onslaught, call for aid
Sisi, Abdullah advocate for ceasefire and humanitarian assistance for war-torn enclave.
Sudan battles cholera amid civil war, 10,800 cases detected
Sudan’s civil war is exacerbating a cholera outbreak, with over 10,000 cases detected and limited access to healthcare raising fears of further spread.
Four Nigerian soldiers die in dawn raid by armed motorbike gang
Four Nigerien soldiers are killed in a dawn raid by dozens of armed attackers near the Nigerian border, raising concerns about escalating violence in the region.
UAE delisted from FATF watchlist, Kenya and Namibia added
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) removed the United Arab Emirates from its “grey list” while adding Kenya and Namibia due to concerns about their anti-money laundering systems.
Russia delivers grain to Zimbabwe amid isolation
First batch of Putin’s free wheat arrives in Zimbabwe, raising questions about sanctions and diplomacy.
UAE pumps $35 billion into Egypt, fueling economic, tourism
A $35 billion investment from the UAE promises to revitalize Egypt’s economy, with a focus on tourism, infrastructure, and debt relief.
Senegalese pilot in manslaughter conviction for Channel crossing
A Senegalese man piloting an overloaded boat in the Channel is sentenced to 9.5 years in jail for the manslaughter of four migrants who died during the crossing.
Senegal candidates, groups reject President’s dialogue offer
President Sall’s attempt to set a new election date through talks faces opposition from candidates and civil society in Senegal.
Kingdom of Benin’s ancient defensive walls
In what is now Nigeria, the remnants of the Kingdom of Benin’s remarkable defensive walls remain
Guinea’s military authorities announce removal of internet restrictions
The military, which took control in a 2021 coup, had initially cited security concerns as the reason for the internet restrictions
Congo’s president alleges Rwandan looting backed by EU
President Felix Tshisekedi criticizes Rwanda’s mining agreement with EU
Senegal’s president announces resignation effective April 2nd
Macky Sall says consultations for organization of election of his successor will begin on Monday
Kenya scraps entry fee for SA’s and several foreign nationals
Kenya has exempted passport holders from South Africa and six other countries from paying an unpopular $30 entry fee introduced last month.
Tearful tributes for Kenyan marathon prodigy Kiptum
Raw emotions and lots of tears as athletes pay tribute to Kelvin Kiptum
Charities accuse Italy to obstructing their rescue missions
Charities say new law contributes to rise in migrant deaths in Central Mediterranean
Turkish, South African foreign ministers discuss regional issues
Hakan Fidan, Naledi Pando meet on sidelines of G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting in Brazil
RSF vows swift action on civilian violation reports in Gezira state
Responding to reports of civilian rights violations in Gezira State, Sudan’s RSF vows swift action, activates a committee to investigate complaints, and assures commitment to justice and citizen safety.
Algeria still silencing Hirak protesters, says Amnesty
Facing continued protests for sweeping reforms, Algerian authorities intensified crackdowns on free speech and assembly, five years after the Hirak movement began.
Senegal’s Sall ends term on April 2, election date uncertain
President Sall’s announcement of an April 2 exit follows the contentious delay of the presidential election, escalating political turmoil.
Lagos eases soaring costs after protests in Nigeria
Nigeria’s Lagos state governor unveils measures like a 3-day work week and transport discounts to combat soaring inflation after protests erupt due to economic crisis.
Witchcraft blamed in Guinea-Bissau as 8 women die
Guinea-Bissau vows to end deadly witchcraft practices after eight women are poisoned and killed in the north.
Former Zambia leader faces lawsuit over unsettled campaign debt
Former Zambian President Edgar Lungu is sued for a $14,000 debt by Happy Mwangata, who claims unpaid campaign materials.
Nyerere statue unveiled at AU HQ, honoring Tanzania’s leader
The African Union, alongside SADC, unveiled a statue honoring Tanzania’s Mwalimu Nyerere during the 37th AU Assembly, celebrating his Pan-Africanism, education philosophy, and legacy.
The legacy of Dahomey Amazons: Benin’s female warriors
In African history, one remarkable kingdom stands out for its unique tradition of female warriors
UN official warns of Sudan conflict spreading to South Sudan
The senior UN official noted that approximately 550,000 individuals have already crossed from Sudan into South Sudan
Mauritius halts flights in preparation for approaching tropical storm
As of 4:00 am (0000 GMT), Storm Eleanor was positioned approximately 200 kilometers (125 miles) northeast of the island