AfDB bans Chinese builder for Uganda fraud
A Chinese road builder is banned for failing to disclose a commission agent in a Ugandan project bid.
Cameroon’s opposition draws inspiration from Senegal’s election
Opposition parties urge citizens to register and vote, inspired by Senegal’s peaceful transition.
Egypt’s Sisi to be sworn in for third term
His new term of six years is supposed to be his last, according to the constitution.
Rwanda’s Kagame endorsed as candidate by seven political parties
Rwanda’s president Paul Kagame has been endorsed as candidate by two of the oldest and political parties in the east African nation.
Dozens of rhinos killed in Namibia this year — authorities
Namibia combats a surge in rhino poaching with 28 killed in 2023. Etosha Park, the country’s largest reserve, has been hit hard.
13 Killed, 2 others injured in Nigeria
The Federal Road Safety Corps said on Monday that 13 persons died while two were injured in an auto crash in Kogi State.
Africa’s innovative transportation solutions
One of the most iconic modes of transport in many African cities is the minibus taxi
Global partners urge Somali leaders to build unity
Hours after parliament approved amendment, Somalia’s northeastern semiautonomous state of Puntland rejected constitutional amendments.
Two armed groups in the DR Congo pledge to better protect civilians
Two armed groups that are loosely aligned with the government against M23 inked separate “Deeds of Commitment” on the rules they’ve vowed to respect.
Extreme drought in Southern Africa leaves millions hungry
Zambia and Malawi have declared national disasters. Zimbabwe could be on the brink of doing the same.
Renewed Pan-Africanism movement sparks calls for unity
In a stirring revival of Pan-Africanism, voices across the continent are resounding with calls for greater unity
Eastern DRC ‘at breaking point’ as security, humanitarian crises worsen
UN warns of deteriorating situation as M23 rebels continue to make gains, pushing hundreds of thousands of civilians from their homes.
Algerian Government subsidises market to make products affordable
The price of products has become overwhelming expensive and unaffordable for most as inflation in Algeria reaches 9.53%
Rovanpera takes commanding lead in Safari Rally
Sunday’s final leg features two loops of three stages on both sides of Lake Naivasha.
Somali Parliament approves constitutional amendments
Approved 4 chapters include freedom of expression, women’s representation, and leadership system
Gulf of Guinea: A marine treasure
Renowned for its abundant fisheries, the Gulf of Guinea is a haven for marine life
Cyclone Gamane hits Madagascar, kills at least 11, displaces thousands
At least 11 people were reported killed after Cyclone Gamane made landfall into northern Madagascar, according to officials.
Teenager’s viral dance leads to documentary in Nigeria
A Nigerian teenager’s viral dance video leads him to a prestigious ballet school in Britain, documented in a new Disney+ film.
Macron congratulates Senegal’s new president Faye
President Macron congratulates Faye and seeks to strengthen ties between the countries.
Kenya blames Al-Shabaab for deadly trader attack
Six Kenyan traders were gunned down by al-Shabaab militants in the Somalia border town of Dhobley.
Senegal’s constitutional council confirms Faye as resident
Bassirou Diomaye Faye confirmed as Senegal’s president-elect by the Constitutional Council, winning with 54.28 percent in the first-round vote.
Togo’s leader Faure Gnassingbe sends reform for second reading
Togo’s President Faure Gnassingbe resubmits controversial constitutional reform to parliament amid opposition outcry for “a second reading.”
Nigerians mark Good Friday amid biting economy
Christians across Nigeria have joined their counterparts globally to mark Good Friday – a prelude to the Easter celebration.
South Africa’s former President Jacob Zuma involved in car crash
Former South African President Jacob Zuma has been involved in a car crash but escaped unharmed.
Death toll from Cyclone Gamane in Madagascar climbs to 18
The cyclone, initially forecasted to bypass the Indian Ocean island, made an unforeseen landfall in the north on Wednesday
Rapid growth in African air travel
Air travel across Africa has witnessed a significant surge, propelled by robust economic growth
Togo’s opposition rejects constitutional reform, calls for protests
Activists and opposition leaders in Togo called for protests to stop the country’s president from signing off on a new constitution