The Africa Cup of Nations showpiece final will pit 3-time winners Nigeria, against host nation and two-time winners Cote d’Ivoire on Sunday night. 

In a written statement, Somalia expressed his strong condemnation of the heinous attack that led to the death of UAE military trainers.

African ingenuity has contributed significantly to global progress in various fields

Choice of 3 countries to exit ECOWAS would undermine regional integration efforts, says official.

The EU on Thursday announced 210 million euros to help Mauritania crack down on people smugglers and deter migrant boats from taking off

Senegal’s police used tear gas to disperse opposition protesters demonstrating against the decision to postpone the country’s Feb. 25 elections.

Visitors from US, UK, Russia, China, France, others to be exempted visa following waiver

Across the continent, various communities have developed governance models

Senegal protests erupt as election delayed, raising fears for democracy while President Sall denies power grab, citing legal dispute.

Amhara unrest escalates as US condemns alleged civilian killings, probe and access demanded.

The revised regulations also feature exemptions for specific groups, including diplomats and government officials, as well as countries with mutual exchange agreements for multiple entry visas with Malawi

Violence escalated in March 2022 between government-led forces and non-state armed groups. As a result, an estimated 6.2 million people have been displaced. The eastern provinces of North Kivu and Ituri have been particularly affected, with ongoing violent clashes leading to prolonged displacement. Informal displacement sites have emerged around Goma, the capital of North Kivu, in eastern DRC. Many others have sought refuge in South Kivu Province. Additionally, areas such as Beni in North Kivu and Bunia in Ituri are experiencing escalating violence and human rights violations caused by armed groups. Violence, displacement, and food insecurity persist in the country as the fighting continues to cause casualties. Recently The Congolese army and United Nations peacekeepers have been struggling to contain M23’s advance. And as fighting continues, thousands of those who fled Sake have arrived in Bulengo, about 10km (six miles) west of Goma. Thousands are “on the road right now”, trying to escape the violence and get to Goma. Alongside the escalating violence, extreme weather events are compounding the crisis by devastating lives and livelihoods. In early May 2023, Deadly floods in South Kivu, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of people and the destruction of over 3,000 homes, further worsening the already dire situation in the DRC. Over the past several years, the DRC has experienced multiple Ebola outbreaks, a critical measles situation, and an increase in suspected cholera cases, according to UNICEF. There is also a high risk of cross-border Ebola transmission to Uganda.

Families are resorting to increasingly desperate measures to survive, says international aid group

Zimbabwe’s cabinet agreed to abolish the death penalty for murder offences, almost two decades after its last execution.

Turkish defense minister says Somalia became role model in African continent with formation of national army

Counterattack claims dozens of militants dead after raid in Niger’s Tillaberi region.

Artists across Africa are embracing digital tools and virtual reality

Ivory Coast seeks redemption against Nigeria in the AFCON final after group stage defeat.

International NGOs sound the alarm over escalating violence in Congo, urging swift protection for civilians.

The abrupt exit of Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso strains ECOWAS, raising concerns about regional stability.

Aar Sunu Election platform mobilizes citizens against the constitutional coup, urging protection of democratic gains amid widespread outcry.

Ethiopia undergoes a political transformation as Temesgen Tiruneh assumes the role of deputy prime minister.

In a bid to ease Sudan’s humanitarian collapse, UN mediator Griffiths works towards face-to-face talks between warring factions to implement Jeddah Declaration commitments.

A South African court on Tuesday upheld a ban on opposition party leaders from attending President Cyril Ramaphosa’s speech.