NGO reveals over 74,000 children stranded in Timbuktu, Mali
Essential supplies such as food and medicine are rapidly diminishing due to militants preventing entry into Timbuktu
Sierra Leone: Sunday’s attack was coup attempt
Coup attempt has been foiled in Sierra Leone, according to the government.
Madagascar detains colonels over election unrest
Two Madagascar colonels have been detained and charged with inciting a mutiny during the country’s recent presidential election.
EU expresses concern over Niger’s migrant-trafficking law repeal
Niger’s military rulers have repealed a law against migrant trafficking, prompting concerns from the European Union.
Elevator accident at S African platinum mine claims 11 lives, injures 75
The catastrophic incident occurred on Monday evening when over 80 employees were exiting a shaft
Ghana Cardinal Peter Turkson: It’s time to understand homosexuality
A prominent Ghanaian priest, cardinal Peter Turkson of the Roman Catholic church has spoken against criminalizing homosexuality,
African scientists urge to reject fossil fuels at COP28
Scientists and youth propose bold vision for Africa’s energy future, powered by clean, renewable sources
Criminal mafia activity escalates in South Africa
Organised crime is escalating in South Africa as criminal mafias reportedly get more brazen and threaten high-profile officials in the country.
Most leaders of attack on Sierra Leone military barracks arrested
Inmates escaped during security breach, says Julius Maada Bio
African Americans’ continuous fight for justice
African Americans have consistently occupied the forefront of the battle for civil rights and equality
Plight of Darfur worsens as violence erupts in Sudan’s Nile
Reports are emerging of atrocities being committed against civilians in Darfur
Kenya’s flood crisis worsens as death toll climbs
The Kenyan government is grappling with a worsening flood crisis that has claimed the lives of 76 people and displaced thousands, with heavy rains continuing to batter the country.
Nigerians turn to biofuel amid cooking gas price surge
The escalating cost of cooking gas is driving a shift towards biofuel in Nigeria, as households seek alternatives to meet their cooking energy needs.
ICC drops further probes in Kenya
The International Criminal Court prosecutor has decided to end further investigations into post-election violence in Kenya.
Africa aims to empower continent through diaspora
Diaspora engagement is seen as a vital source of expertise, skills, and investment for Africa.
Kenya in uproar as four bodies discovered on military-owned farm
The young men, said to have trespassed onto a farm near a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) barracks in Uasin Gishu county within the Rift Valley region, were identified as the victims
Disease spreads in flood-affected Somali region
L Disease is adding to the misery of residents in the flood-stricken Somali district of Dolow, where thousands are still struggling to recover from the disaster.
Nigerian airline leaves passengers in awe by taking them to wrong city
The confusion arose when the cabin crew mistakenly announced Abuja as the landing location upon arrival in Asaba, causing disorientation among passengers
Sierra Leone says calm restored after armed clashes
Security forces successfully repelled “renegade soldiers” who sought to breach a military arsenal in Freetown during the early hours of Sunday
Dozens kidnapped by motorcycle ‘bandits’ in north Nigeria
At least 100 people have been abducted by gunmen in Nigeria’s northwest, residents have said.
Somalia joins the Community of East African States
Somalia officially joined the Community of East African States (EAC).
Malawi faces backlash over sending workers to Israel amidst Gaza crisis
Malawi’s decision to send workers to Israel during the Gaza conflict triggers global criticism and raises questions about ethical labor practices.
African nations witness surge in women’s political participation
African countries are experiencing a significant increase in women’s participation in politics
Sierra Leone curfew reschedules air travel
Airlines operating in Sierra Leone have been advised by the civil aviation authority to reschedule their flights to avoid disruptions caused by the curfew.
Sierra Leone enforces nationwide curfew following prison break
President Julius Maada Bio assured the public that order will be restored, initiating a search to apprehend the assailants
UN Security Council to lift arms embargo on Somalia next month
Arms embargo has been imposed since 1992 after Somalia descend into chaos
Humanitarian crisis worsening in eastern DRC
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) express grave concern over the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the eats of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.