Discovering the legacy of the Kingdom of Benin
The Kingdom of Benin stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Africa’s rich cultural heritage
Sudanese refugees face prolonged wait in overcrowded S. Sudan camps
Over half a million people have sought refuge in South Sudan
Guinean military leaders disband government
No explanation was provided on the reason for the termination
Rwanda: Congo carries out a “military build-up” on the border
Authorities in Rwanda rejected U.S. calls for the withdrawal of troops and missile systems from eastern Congo.
Nigeria’s currency has fallen to a record low
Nigerians are facing one of the worst economic crises in West Africa in years triggered by rising inflation rate
Fired Twitter staff finally receive pay-off
X, formerly Twitter, has at last paid off its staff who were fired from the company’s African headquarters in Accra, Ghana.
Odinga announces candidacy for AU commission chairmanship
Renowned Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga has officially announced his candidacy for the Chairperson position of the African Union Commission
Turkey nabs 42 irregular migrants in Aegean Sea
Migrants taken to provincial migration authorities
Djibouti and Turkey sign military, financial deals
A ceremony marks the signing of military cooperation agreements and cash aid protocol between two hypothetical nations.
African Union bans donkey skin trade, saving millions
The African Union bans the donkey skin trade, protecting millions of donkeys and livelihoods across the continent.
Explainer: M23 fight in eastern DRC
Eastern Congo faces a possible humanitarian catastrophe as M23 rebels threaten a major city, displacing millions and straining aid resources.
Ivory Coast names Fae full-time coach after AFCON win
Emerse Fae, formerly the interim coach, has been officially appointed as the full-time head coach of Ivory Coast after guiding them to victory in the African Cup of Nations.
Deadly bus-truck crash kills 15, injures 46 in Mali
Collision occurred in central Mali on Monday when a bus from Mopti to Bamako collided with a truck, resulting in 15 deaths and 46 injuries.
Tunisia’s Ghannouchi starts hunger strike in support of political prison...
Rached Ghannouchi is serving 3-year prison sentence on charges of receiving foreign contributions
Sudan’s al-Burhan bets big on Iran, issues more demands
The speech comes after claims of Sudanese army gains in parts of Omdurman following the usage of Iranian drones
Returning irregular migrants to ‘unsafe’ country is crime
A top court in Italy ruled that returning irregular migrants to a country not safe is a “crime”
African leaders condemn Israel’s offensive in Gaza
Leaders at an African Union summit in the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa on Saturday condemned Israel’s offensive in Gaza and called for its immediate end.
12 people burned alive by unknown attackers in northwest Nigeria
Gunmen burned down 17 houses in Gindin Dutse Makyali village in Kajuru area
Senegal Diomaye urges Sonko freed, deepening race crisis
Supporters of presidential candidate Diomaye demand his and Sonko’s release, citing violation of equal treatment and urging the EU to pressure for fair elections.
US condemns Rwanda’s support for M23 rebels in DRC
The US condemned Rwanda’s support for the M23 rebels in eastern Congo, urging both sides to de-escalate and seek a negotiated solution, as fighting intensifies and displaces thousands.
Algeria calls UN ceasefire vote amid Israel’s Gaza onslaught
Algeria submitted a draft resolution urging an immediate cease-fire in Gaza to the UN Security Council, set for a vote on Tuesday, facing opposition from the US wielding veto power.
Morocco saves 141 migrants in distress off Mauritania
Spain’s Canary Islands see a rise in migrant arrivals, as 141 are rescued by Moroccan forces.
Africa’s Safari Tourism
Africa’s safari destinations provide unforgettable experiences
RSF criticizes army’s ‘deceptive’ statement on beheading of ...
The video, circulated online since Thursday, depicts military personnel celebrating with severed heads, claiming them to be RSF personnel
Pope Francis calls for resolution of Sudan’s civil war
In his Angelus message, the Pope implored the involved parties to cease the destructive war
Somali president cuts short Addis Ababa visit
Sheikh Mohamud says he and his delegation faced ‘forceful attempts’ by Ethiopian government to prevent their entry into African Union summit.
Egypt reinforces border with Gaza
Egypt is building a wall and levelling land near its border with the Gaza Strip in anticipation of an Israeli offensive targeting the border town of Rafah.
