Egypt leads in medals as the 13th All-Africa Games
The 13th All-Africa Games held in Ghana ended on Sunday with a resounding success.
Thousands march in South Africa in solidarity with Palestine
Thousands of people from around the world marched 41 kilometers in Cape Town, South Africa, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Death toll in Nigeria shooting rises to 66
The death toll from Thursday’s attack on Madaka, a community in Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State, has risen to 66, residents said.
War in Sudan creates perilous food delivery network
Facing famine and violence, Sudan’s youth step up. A network of self-funded community kitchens run by volunteers keeps hope alive.
Senegal’s Faye nears first-round victory in presidential poll
Bassirou Diomaye Faye leads in Senegal’s presidential race, with the possibility of securing a first-round victory, amidst a political crisis and the task of managing impending oil and gas revenues.
ADF kills 11 in eastern DR Congo
The Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebel group launched attacks in eastern DR Congo, killing at least 11 civilians.
Vote counting starts in Senegal’s presidential election
Amadou Ba of ruling coalition and opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye have expressed confidence in winning poll.
Algeria U20 manager loses cool, slaps player
Algeria’s U20 coach Yacine Manaa was caught on video slapping a player during a heated exchange with opponents Tunisia in a friendly match.
Algeria to send 150 tons of aid to Gaza amid Israeli offensive
Algeria sends 150 tons of humanitarian aid to Gaza amid a deadly Israeli offensive, demonstrating solidarity with Palestinians under siege.
Stampede at cash giveaway kills four in Nigeria
A stampede erupted amidst a large crowd struggling with economic hardship, leaving at least four women confirmed dead.
Malawi declares state of disaster due to severe drought
Malawi’s president calls for urgent action after witnessing the devastation of drought firsthand.
Ethiopia plans legislation allowing foreigners to own real estate
Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announces plans to introduce legislation allowing foreigners to own real estate in the country as part of broader economic reforms aimed at attracting investment.
Chad approves 10 candidates for presidential poll
Amidst a transition from junta rule, Chad’s Constitutional Council clears 10 candidates, including interim President, for the presidential election in May.
Africa’s journey towards inclusive banking
The World Bank estimates that two-thirds of sub-Saharan Africa’s population lacks access to banking
Senegal votes in presidential election after months of uncertainty
17 candidates on ballot; some 7.3M citizens eligible to vote
300 kidnapped Nigerian schoolchildren have been released
A sigh of relief after nearly 300 abducted schoolchildren freed in Nigeria
Senegal opposition has warned against any electoral fraud
After months of procrastination and uncertainty, the Senegalese are finally going to vote in the country’s presidential election.
Somali government arrests 16 suspects in SYL hotel attack
The Somali government announces the arrest of 16 suspects connected to the SYL hotel attack in Mogadishu, which targeted high-profile officials and business people.
African leaders extend condolences to Russia after terror attack
African leaders condemn the heinous terror attack in Moscow, offering sincere condolences to Russia and expressing solidarity with the victims and their families.
Islamic State claims killing 30 Niger soldiers in attack
Islamic State claims responsibility for an attack on Niger’s army, resulting in the death of 30 soldiers and injuring 17, amidst ongoing insurgency in West Africa.
Egyptian, Emirati presidents discuss situation in Gaza
President Sisi meets with visiting counterpart Al Nahyan in Cairo, according to Egyptian Presidency
Africa’s linguistic richness
Multilingualism is a way of life for many Africans, with individuals often fluently speaking two or more languages
DR Congo’s conflict-driven hunger crisis
DR Congo’s conflict-driven hunger crisis worsens as violence in east surges.
Sudan war: After escaping the war, refugees face hunger and diseases
The 11-month long war in Sudan continues to push thousands of men, women and children out of their homes
Tunisian journalist jailed for social media posts
Mohamed Boughalleb, outspoken Tunisian journalist, arrested over Facebook criticism of President Saied.
Mass grave of migrants found in Libya
The UN migration agency reports finding a mass grave with at least 65 migrants, likely victims of smuggling.
WHO calls for urgent aid in DR Congo
DR Congo is in the grip of a health nightmare. Cholera, measles, and mpox cases surge as violence and displacement cripple the country.