Kenya’s Kelvin Kiptum sets marathon world record in Chicago

Kiptum clocks 2 hours, 35 seconds to beat his compatriot Eliud Kipchoge’s record by 34 seconds.

How African countries weigh in on Palestine

In recent years, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has remained a prominent and deeply divisive issue on the international stage

Tunisia says Palestinians have right to reclaim their occupied lands

International community to take responsibility for putting end to Israel’s ‘barbaric attacks’ against Palestinians, says presidency

Sudan’s legacy of backing Palestinian statehood

Sudan has consistently championed the cause of the Palestinian people

Gunmen kidnap 9 in Nigeria’s northwest state

Attackers storm community in convoy of motorcycles.

Ethiopia says government committed to preservation of human rights

It comes 3 days after UN experts warned ‘imminent risk of atrocity crimes’ in Ethiopia

Senegal president dissolves government

Macky Sall sets up new government under current prime minister: Official

ARD chiefs demand withdrawal of armed groups from Congo

Military chiefs want humanitarian corridors established to facilitate assistance to affected populations.

From ancient Kush to modern challenges

Sudan’s historical significance can be traced back to ancient times when it was known as the Kingdom of Kush

Ivory Coast President Ouattara dissolves the government

Ivory Coast will hold a presidential election in 2025.

Hundreds gather for anti-LGBTQ protest in Kenya

Homosexuality is deeply stigmatized in Kenya, and same-sex sexual activity remains a criminal offense under colonial-era laws

First phase of French withdrawal from Niger to involve 400 soldiers

The choice to withdraw 1,500 troops from Niger, where the military took control on July 26, creates a significant void in Western endeavors to combat a ten-year-long Islamist insurgency in the Sahel region

Somali parliament speaker praises Turkey for its support

Somalia has been enjoying a close economic, diplomatic and military friendship with Türkiye since 2011

Tunisia thwarts 88 irregular migration attempts to cross into Europe

North African countries have witnessed attempts by migrants to reach Europe for years

Cholera outbreak strikes Zimbabwe

905 cases confirmed, 4,609 treated as suspected cases

United States resumes food aid to refugees in Ethiopia

In the 2022 fiscal year, USAID distributed close to $1.5 billion in humanitarian aid to Ethiopia

Sudan backs Saudi Arabia’s bid to host FIFA World Cup in 2034

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called bid to host world’s top football tournament

South Sudan vice president calls for support for Sudanese refugees

He made the remarks while meeting Sudanese business communities recently

TikTok campaign uses AI to impersonate Sudan’s ex-president

An AI-driven campaign impersonating Sudan’s former leader, al-Bashir, garnered hundreds of thousands of views on TikTok, contributing to online confusion in a country already ravaged by war

Sudanese govt rejects UN draft resolution proposing investigation committee

The British resolution includes a demand to form a three-member investigative mission on the violations and crimes during the war

Cameroon separatists execute two suspected spies in a public act

The video was recorded in Guzang village, situated in Cameroon’s English-speaking North West region

Tuareg rebels declare capture of Mali military camp

The attackers typically capture military positions and subsequently withdraw after a period

Kenya’s president reshuffles Cabinet, moves foreign minister to new role

Move comes as William Ruto grapples with several challenges, including high cost of living and rising unemployment

Kenya to withdraw all troops from Somalia by end of 2024

Defense minister makes announcement, UN Security Council resolution, plan

Libya’s State Council says it adheres to election laws

Move came two days after parliament passed election laws drawn by 6+6 Joint Committee

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