Tanzanian lawmakers debate electoral reform amid opposition
President Samia Suluhu Hassan sparks outcry as Tanzanian parliament debates controversial election reforms.
African nations grapple with ongoing corruption — report
Transparency Int’l highlights Africa’s ongoing fight against corruption, urging sub-Saharan governments to strengthen justice.
UN, aid agencies seek $1.6B for 5.2M in Somalia crisis
UN and partners call Somalia needs $1.6B to tackle poverty and disease outbreaks for over 5 million people.
Zimbabwean politician Job Sikhala freed post pre-trial detention
Harare court grants freedom to Job Sikhala, marking a significant moment in Zimbabwean politics.
AU expresses deep regret over three countries exiting West African bloc
African Union Commission head Moussa Faki Mahamat calls for dialogue
Moroccan mint tea: A cultural ritual of hospitality
The art of preparing mint tea transcends the act of making a simple beverage
Ivory Coast beats defending champ Senegal on penalties
A week ago it looked as if the Ivorians were set for a humiliating group-stage exit from their own AFCON, but now they are into the quarter-finals after beating Senegal 5-4 on penalties following a tie that finished 1-1 at the end of extra time. The Elephants scraped into the knockout phase with the worst record of the four best third-placed sides to advance, after finishing the first round with a humiliating 4-0 loss to Equatorial Guinea, their heaviest ever home defeat. They followed that by sacking veteran French coach Jean-Louis Gasset and trying unsuccessfully to bring in former boss Herve Renard on a short-term deal. But instead former player Emerse Fae was appointed on an interim basis, hoping to rouse a shell-shocked team for a daunting tie against the holders.
Auction to sell Mandela’s personal items suspended
Guernsey’s auction house in New York has halted the sale of approximately 70 personal items belonging to Nelson Mandela.
Pope: Africans are ‘special case’ when it comes to LGBT blessings
Pope told Italian newspaper La Stampa that “homosexuality was something ‘ugly’ from a cultural point of view” for Africans.
Italy unveils 1st details of ambitious Africa plan
At Rome summit with African leaders and top EU officials, Premier Meloni hopes to address key energy and migration issues, but faces criticism
Nigeria criticizes Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali’s ECOWAS exit
Tensions rise as Nigeria expresses dismay over the withdrawal of three military-led nations from ECOWAS.
Zimbabwe begins cholera vaccination as WHO gives 900K doses
Zimbabwe fights a deadly cholera outbreak, administering urgent vaccinations to combat over 400 reported deaths.
Boat capsizes in Congo, dozens feared dead
Tragic incident unfolds on Lake Kivu as an overloaded wooden boat capsizes, leaving dozens missing and 10 survivors.
Militia groups sign DRC peace deal amid inter-ethnic strife
“Zaire” defence group members signed peace accord with Congo army in Bunia, DR Congo, committing to peace, community integration.
Italy unveils Mattei Plan, pledging $6B in Africa tour
Italy’s PM proposes $6B Mattei Plan to strengthen ties with Africa amid skepticism, emphasizing concrete action.
EU demands explanation after Niger barred envoy’s entry
EU confronts Niger over blocking entry to crisis mission chief, seeking urgent explanations from authorities.
US targets alleged Darfur war Criminal with $5M bounty
US government takes action, designating Sudan’s Harun with $5M bounty for ICC-wanted war crimes in Darfur.
ANC suspends ex-president Zuma’s membership: report
Zuma, 81, served as leader of the ANC, country for nearly a decade but announced in December he will not vote or campaign for party in 2024 elections
Mansa Musa’s historic pilgrimage
In the 14th century, Mansa Musa, embarked on a pilgrimage to Mecca
Record holder Egypt eliminated from Africa Cup of Nations
DR Congo beat 7-time champions Egypt 8-7 on penalties in last 16
Ghana to scrap visas for Africans by December 2024
Ghana has announced plans to implement a policy enabling visa-free entry for all African visitors to the country by the close of 2024.
Guinea eliminate 10-man Equatorial Guinea at Africa Cup
Mohamed Bayo scores very late winner to take Guinea to quarterfinals
CAR President Touadéra meets Pope Francis
President Touadéra of the Central African Republic engaged in discussions with Pope Francis during his visit to the Vatican
48 people killed in latest herder violence in Nigeria’s Plateau State
Intercommunal violence is common in the state due to tensions over land between nomadic herders and indigenous farmers.
Homemade bomb kills six, including four children in Nigeria
Northeast Nigeria witnesses a devastating incident as six, including children, fall victim to a homemade bomb explosion.
ECOWAS prepares for talks amid Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger exit
Three vital ECOWAS members leave the group; bloc committed to finding a diplomatic solution to the crisis.
Menkaure Pyramid project faces criticism for ‘absurd’ changes
Menkaure Pyramid renovation in Egypt sparks social media uproar and expert disapproval for perceived “project of the century”.