Antony Blinken arrives in Nigeria, third stop on African tour
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met Nigerian President Bola Tinubu in Abuja on Tuesday as he continued his tour of four African countries.
The rich symbolism behind West Africa’s wax prints and Kente cloth
Kente cloth, originating from the Ashanti people of Ghana, is a masterpiece of handwoven artistry
Mozambique records over 10,000 cholera cases
25 deaths recoded, 7,321 hospitalized, says National Directorate of Public Health
Burundi president’s statements ignites tension with neighboring Rwanda
Rwandan government accuses Burundi’s president of inciting divisions among Rwandans, following reports of his call for pressure on leaders, prompting diplomatic tensions in the Great Lakes region.
UN chief ‘hopeful’ on Africa permanent seat on Security Council
The United Nations Secretary General said all five permanent members of the council agreed Africa must have due representation in the body.
Host Ivory Coast facing exit after 4-0 loss to Equatorial Guinea
Ivory Coast faced the brink of a humiliating exit from the Africa Cup of Nations.
Fear in Abuja community as terrorists abduct 29 villagers overnight
Terrorist outlaws, often called bandits, have been active in Nigeria’s Northwest and parts of the FCT.
EU blacklists six companies for funding Sudan’s civil war
EU steps up pressure on Sudan’s warring factions by sanctioning arms suppliers.
UK Sunak’s Rwanda deportation plan delayed by House of Lords motion
UK’s upper house stalls Sunak’s controversial asylum seeker policy, raising legal and ethical questions.
Senegal’s crackdown on dissent threatens free and fair elections: HRW
Human Rights Watch denounced Senegal for repressing opposition leaders, media, and civil society, raising concerns about the upcoming presidential election’s fairness.
Egypt seeks European investment boost amid currency woes
Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry met with EU officials in Brussels, seeking increased European investment to address Egypt’s economic crisis and discussing regional issues like the Gaza war.
Over 100 injured in Cameroon stampede
Hundreds of students stampeding to enter a Cameroon high school resulted in a tragic scene of injuries, deaths, and parental outrage.
Cameroon launches historic large-scale malaria jab campaign
Cameroon takes groundbreaking step with first nationwide malaria vaccination program for children.
Savoring the richness of Africa: A culinary expedition
An odyssey of flavors, a fusion of spices, and a celebration of culinary traditions
Boakai takes oath as Liberia’s president, pledges inclusive governance
79-year old former vice president calls for reconciliation in inauguration speech after contentious election campaign
Congo’s Mbemba Subjected to Racist Abuse After Morocco Game
Mbemba’s Instagram account was targeted by many users who replied to his latest posts with monkey or gorilla emojis, or wrote racist comments.
UK’s Home Office hires hangar for staff to practise Rwanda deportations
Officials will be taught how to carry out deportations, including how to handle people who physically resist
Morocco draw 1-1 with DR Congo in Africa Cup of Nations
Group F leaders Morocco fail to widen point gap between runners-up DR Congo
16 killed, four injured in Nigeria road accident
16 people have died while four others were seriously injured in a fatal car accident involving a passenger bus in Kaduna.
Ethiopia: Cooperation with Somaliland, denies annexation claims
Ethiopia-Somaliland agreement is about cooperation, not annexation – fostering regional integration and partnership.
Sharara oil field back in action as Libyan National Oil lifts force majeure
Negotiations succeed as Libya’s National Oil Corp lifts force majeure, ending the Sharara oil field shutdown amid fuel shortage protests.
Constitutional council bars key challengers in Senegal’s presidential el...
Senegal’s election turmoil as main opposition leaders face disqualification, sparking concerns over democratic integrity.
Tragic landmine blast in Sudan claims lives amid conflict
The toll of Sudan’s war deepens with the first landmine incident, claiming 10 lives on a bus in the north.
Sisi says Egypt will not allow threats to Somalia
Egypt’s President Al-Sisi issues a stern warning against threats to Somalia, denouncing Ethiopia-Somaliland’s controversial maritime agreement.
UN chief decries absence of African representation in UNSC
‘How can we accept that Africa still lacks a single Permanent Member in the Security Council?’ says Antonio Guterres
The vibrant legacy woven into handcrafted Moroccan carpets
Moroccan carpets have long been celebrated for their cultural significance and artistic allure
Ethiopians celebrate “Timket” festival that marks Jesus’ bap...
The faithful wearing white traditional fabrics chanted, sang and bowed down before the tabots.
