Kenya’s doping woes continue as Kwemoi receives lengthy ban
Kenyan long-distance runner Rodgers Kwemoi was banned for six years due to repeated blood doping violations, stripping him of past competition results.
Search concludes in South African building collapse
Rescue efforts concluded at the site of a South African building collapse, with 33 confirmed dead, 19 missing, and an investigation underway.
Controversy erupts at US Congress over Kenyan leader’s visit
House Democrats criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson for not inviting Kenyan President William Ruto to address Congress during his upcoming state visit to Washington.
Lawyers challenge Kenya’s plan to lead UN force in Haiti
Kenya’s plan to send police to lead a UN force in Haiti is challenged in court by lawyers arguing it’s unconstitutional and lacks a proper agreement with Haiti.
Kagame submits for 4th term candidacy in Rwanda’s election
Rwanda’s President Kagame seeks reelection for a fourth term amidst controversy and opposition, including criticism from the West.
Sudan on the brink of famine, disease and violence — UN
The UN warns of a looming famine and disease outbreaks in Sudan, where half the population needs aid due to ongoing violence.
Ancient libraries of Africa: Preserving centuries of knowledge
Africa is home to some of the world’s oldest and most significant libraries, holding a treasure trove of ancient manuscripts
South Africa’s parliament has greenlit the electricity reform bill
In South Africa, amidst a prolonged electricity crisis, the parliament has passed a bill aimed at reforming the electricity sector.
Ex-Mauritanian leader Aziz ruled out of June election
Former Mauritanian president Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz has been ruled out of the June 29 presidential election for lack of the necessary sponsorship
Tinubu hosts Senegalese President Faye
President Tinubu emphasized that democratic governance, democratic values, and constitutional order are sacrosanct and must be protected
Chad’s top court confirms Deby as elected president
Gen. Mahamat Idriss Deby to rule Chad for 5 years after winning 61% of vote
Nigeria urges Niger to arrest notorious kidnapping gang leader
Nigeria’s military has requested Niger to arrest Halilu Buzu, a notorious kidnapping gang leader and arms supplier, who operates an illegal gold mine and evades capture by crossing the border.
East Africa benefits from monsoon
The Indian Ocean monsoon plays a vital role in the region’s ecosystem and agriculture
Hundreds of Moroccans stage protest in front of parliament
Protesters urge Arab nations to stop Israel’s assaults on enclave
Nigeria has decided to put a hold on the cybersecurity levy
Nigeria has decided to suspend the proposed cybersecurity levy on domestic money transfers,” Information Minister Mohammed Idris announced
South Sudan faces an economic meltdown
The ICG said regional and global partners should prepare to send emergency relief to South Sudan, while redoubling efforts to end the war to the north.
Fifty percent of Zimbabwe’s population will require assistance with food
About 6 million people in rural areas and 1.7 million in urban areas will require assistance, according to the Zimbabwe Livelihoods Assessment Committee.
Gabon former president Ali Bongo on hunger strike
Former President Ali Bongo of Gabon and his two youngest sons, Jalil and Bilal, have started a hunger strike.
Nigeria: Mosque attack injures at least 24 people, including children
At least 24 worshippers, including four children, were injured in northern Nigeria’s Kano state after a man attacked the mosque
The Sahara Desert: A vast ocean of sand
The Sahara Desert, the largest hot desert in the world, stretches across approximately 9.2 million square kilometers
US negotiates troop withdrawal from Niger after junta demands exit
Niger’s military junta demands the withdrawal of US troops, leading to high-level talks about an orderly and safe pullout.
US official: Angola facilitates meeting between Rwanda, DRC
US official confirms Angola’s efforts to bring Rwanda and the DRC together following a camp attack, emphasizing the urgency of resolving conflicts to prevent further tragedy.
NGOs urge Sudan’s warring parties to restore communications
Sudanese NGOs condemn warring parties for disrupting telecommunications, worsening the humanitarian crisis and hindering aid delivery.
Ex-Gambian minister convicted in Switzerland for crimes against humanity
It was possible to charge, convict former Gambian Interior Minister Ousman Sonko in Switzerland as he had entered country as asylum seeker in 2016
Somalia targets al-Shabaab in planned military action
Somalia’s military, along with international partners, conducted a successful operation in central Somalia, killing nine al-Shabaab militants and wounding ten.
New law in South Africa aims to ensure universal healthcare
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa signs a new law for universal healthcare, aiming to address long-standing inequalities despite opposition and business pushback.
Ex-Nigerian CB gov charged for printing, misappropriation
Nigeria’s ex-central bank governor, Godwin Emefiele, faces charges of illegally printing naira and withdrawing billions without approval.