Nine African migrants perish in tragic boat sinking en route to Italy
Record migrant deaths off Tunisia’s coast prompt urgent attention to a growing humanitarian crisis.
Somalia capital bans face masks, hats in public for security
Mogadishu, backed by President Mohamud, enforces a unique ban on face masks and hats in public spaces due to heightened security concerns.
Senegal court rules election delay unconstitutional amid crisis
Senegal’s Constitutional Council declares the parliamentary decision to postpone the presidential election unconstitutional, plunging the nation into its worst crisis in decades.
US to build five military bases in Somalia to help combat terrorism
Somalia and US solidify partnership with an MoU building five bases for the Danab Brigade, boosting counterterrorism efforts.
African cultures evolve, embracing tradition and modernity
Cultural expressions continue to flourish, melding traditional roots with contemporary influences
Seychelles drops witchcraft charges against opposition leader
Herminie, a former speaker of parliament who intends to run in the 2025 presidential election, consistently asserted that the charges against him were politically motivated
Tuareg separatists in Mali accuse army, Wagner Group of killing 7 civilians
The Malian army has not yet responded to requests for comment from media regarding the allegations made in a statement by the Permanent Strategic Framework (CSP)
France to host aid summit for Sudan as crisis deepens
France rallies the world to address the dire situation in Sudan, where war has caused widespread suffering and displacement.
Hundreds flee homes to escape Haiti gang violence
Haiti which is recovering from a recent spate of violent demonstrations demanding the resignation of the Prime Minister, grapples with violence once again.
Egypt opening new page in relations with Turkey, says president
Egypt eyes $15B in trade with Türkiye, President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi says at joint news conference with Turkish counterpart
DRC women protests, demanding peace after years of war
Hundreds gather in Kinshasa to call for peace in DR Congo’s war-torn east, urging action from Rwanda and the international community.
Senegal: Amnesty, dialogue eyed to ease election tensions
Senegal’s delayed vote fuels tension as opposition rejects the move and violence remains a threat.
African Union leader calls for Palestinian statehood
African Union demands swift global response to Israeli assaults on Gaza, advocating for Palestinian statehood.
Ghana fans demand football reform after early AFCON exit
Ghana football fans protest team’s poor performance, demand reforms and investigation into GFA.
Polish doctor rescued in Chad amid helicopter attack by kidnappers
Kidnappers in Chad engaged in gunfire with a helicopter attempting to rescue Dr. Aleksandra Kuligowska
Ex-Nigerian leader’s signature used to embezzle $6 million, says aide
The accused deny all allegations. Interpol’s cooperation is being sought to locate and return the suspects who have reportedly left Nigeria
African proverbs: Echoes of wisdom and heritage
Proverbs stand as timeless pillars, carrying the weight of centuries of wisdom
UNMISS affirms possibility of credible elections in S Sudan in 2024
According to a UNMISS Perception Survey, about 90% of respondents expressed the importance of elections and their intention to participate
Kenyan police re-arrest fugitive murder suspect who escaped custody
The suspect, awaiting a decision on extradition, was captured in Ngong, on the outskirts of the capital, following a five-day manhunt
UN: 5 million in Sudan at emergency hunger levels
$15M from UN Central Emergency Response Fund allocated to address ‘this worsening food crisis,’ says relief chief Griffiths
South Sudan appoints new UN ambassador
Adeng officially began her diplomatic tenure by presenting credentials to Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday
DRC flares up as gov’t fights against M23 rebels near Sake
Ongoing conflict in eastern DRC as government forces clash with M23 rebels near strategic Sake town.
Dozens dead as two boats collide on the Congo River
Dozens of people are dead and several others are reported missing after two boats collided on the Congo River near Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Ivory Coast rewards football team for their AFCON win
Celebrations for Ivory Coast’s football team continued on Tuesday as the country marked its victory in the Africa Cup of Nations.
UN backs Senegalese right to peaceful protest amid election unrest
UN and US voice concern over Senegal’s crisis, calling for peaceful resolution and swift elections.
President commits to on-time Tunisia polls with no date declaration
Tunisian President Kais Saied confirmed that the country’s next presidential elections will be held on time, but did not specify a date.
Zambian classrooms ring again as cholera declines
Zambia’s schools, delayed by a cholera outbreak, reopened confidently after a decline in cases, with preventive measures ensuring safety.