Madagascar presidential election held amid boycott calls
13 candidates including incumbent Andry Rajoelina vying for top post
How did colonization shape the map of Africa?
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw a scramble for Africa as European powers sought to establish territorial control
Ghana’s president calls for reparations for descendants of African slaves
Nana Akufo-Addo says transatlantic slave trade negatively impacted Africa’s development
Four Zambian opposition politicians arrested in swoop
According to national media reports, former Justice Minister Given Lubinda, one of the PF politicians, was among those detained
World Cup trophy safe after South African rugby team’s offices robbed
Instead of taking the trophy, they chose to leave it and stole whisky, five autographed Springbok jerseys, eight laptops
Rwanda expresses concern over UK court ruling on migration plan
“However, we do take issue with the ruling that Rwanda is not a safe third country for asylum seekers and refugees, in terms of refoulement,” official said
Opposition activist abducted, found dead in Zimbabwe amid election tensions
Zimbabwe political abduction
Rwandan genocide suspect’s death confirmed by UN prosecutors
Genocide suspect’s death confirmed
African grassroots movements and Palestinian solidarity
The lessons learned from overcoming injustice and inequality fuel the passion within African civil society
Ethiopia offers part in dam project to neighbours
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed outlines win-win strategy to secure maritime access
Rebels retake control of DR Congo village amid accusations of massacre
According to various sources, the Tutsi-led rebels, reportedly supported by Rwanda, had pulled out of the village at the start of April
Google ceases routing users through South Africa’s Nyanga township
According to local media reports, a handful of individuals, primarily tourists, have encountered attacks or fatalities while passing through the township
Nigeria plans to withdraw police officers from VIP security duties
Nigeria’s minister has announced plans to adhere to a presidential directive by withdrawing police officers from VIP security responsibilities
Mali says armed forces entered rebel stronghold of Kidal
The army and the state had been virtually absent for years from the town, which is controlled by the predominantly Tuareg armed groups
Nigerians on pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia forced to return home
Passengers affected by the incident informed local media that they were taken aback upon discovering the visa cancellation upon landing
Boat carrying 20 fishermen capsizes in Northeastern Nigeria
Investigation launched into incident
Morocco’s ongoing support for Palestinian rights
Morocco, a key player in North Africa, has consistently advocated for a two-state solution
Hunger projected to rise in Nigeria
26,5 million people in Nigeria are forecast to grapple with high levels of food insecurity in 2024.
Nigeria’s ruling party secures wins amidst violence in local elections
Nigeria’s local elections
Global plastic treaty talks begin amidst difference in opinion
Plastic treaty talks begin
Boat carrying passengers capsizes in Nigeria, killing 32 people
Authorities in Nigeria have confirmed that 32 people, 20 of whom were small children.
Kenya declares holiday for massive tree planting campaign
Tree planting holiday
Gabon military authorities announce elections for August 2025
Ali Bongo succeeded his father at the helm of Gabon. His 14-year rule was ended by military leaders on August 30.
High-ranking Russian and Libyan security officials meet in Moscow
Russia’s security chief meets with Libya’s national security adviser for talks on cooperation
Somalia devastated: Death toll rises to 31 in torrential rainfall floods
Somalia floods kill 31
UK Home Secretary fired over Islamophobic remarks on Palestine march
Suella Braverman sacked
Local official says Islamist militants bind and kill villagers in DR Congo
Congo’s army said it killed at least six of the militants that night, without going into detail on the operation