Senegal’s government cuts internet access
Senegal’s government restricted access to the mobile internet as opposition leaders and supporters launched protests
Kenya shines as a renewable energy pioneer
Kenya’s geothermal potential has been a cornerstone in its pursuit of clean and sustainable energy
Turkey and Djibouti forge agreement to strengthen cooperation
Countries sign deals in 15 fields, including agriculture, tourism, environment, fisheries, and standardization
African Union worried about delayed Senegal election
Chairman Moussa Faki Mahamat urges Senegal to hold election ‘as soon as possible’
Senegalese TV station suspended for ‘inciting violence’
Clashes break out in Dakar between security forces and demonstrators protesting against postponement of February presidential election.
Namibia’s new President sworn-in hours after predecessor dies
Namibia has a new president in the shape of Nangolo Mbumba just hours after, as vice-president, he had announced the death of his predecessor.
Voting wraps up in 2nd round of Tunisia local elections
Voter turnout was approximately 12.44% amid boycott from opposition parties
Deadly clashes in Abyei as Sudan—South Sudan tensions worsen
Nineteen people, including humanitarian worker, were killed in Abyei region, disputed territory claimed by both Sudan and South Sudan.
DRC youth abducted in rally, intel agency blamed
Suspected ANR agents abducted seven youth activists at a Kinshasa rally, organized by LUCHA to address the security crisis in Congo’s east.
S Africa wins in pens, reaches semis in AFCON
Ronwen Williams’ historic penalty saves propel South Africa to the Africa Cup Semifinals in a thrilling shootout.
Zimbabwe ruling party wins majority, opposition in turmoil
ZANU-PF’s clean sweep in six elections sparks concerns of extended control, posing constitutional challenges in Zimbabwe.
Tear gas fills Senegal streets as opposition rejects election delay
Senegal’s political tensions escalate with deadly clashes and opposition leaders challenging the crucial election’s delay.
DR Congo youth group says 7 activists abducted by security agents
The activists were taken by plainclothes agents in a white Jeep to an undisclosed location, according to LUCHA
Africa’s living libraries, safeguarding centuries of oral tradition
Griots, often regarded as living libraries, are entrusted with the responsibility of passing down stories
4 police officers killed in ISWAP terror attack in northeastern Nigeria
West Africa Province terrorists stole officers’ weapons, ammunition in Nganzai region in Borno state
South Africa advance to Africa Cup of National semifinal
Bafana Bafana to face Nigeria; Ivory Coast to take on Congo in last 4 meeting Wednesday
Senegal’s president delays presidential election
President Macky Sall cites dispute over candidate list, alleged corruption of constitutional judges
DR Congo beat Guinea to advance to Africa Cup of Nations semifinals
Congo to face winners of quarterfinal match between Ivory Coast, Mali
Nigerian traditional monarch shot dead, wife kidnapped
Armed assailants have shot a traditional ruler and abducted his wife along with another individual in the southwestern region of Nigeria, authorities say.
Kenyan police updates on Nairobi massive gas explosion
Kenyan firefighters were still hosing a warehouse after a vehicle loaded with gas exploded igniting homes, vehicles and businesses in Nairobi.
2 peacekeepers injured as UN helicopter attacked in DR Congo
Attacks against peacekeepers may constitute war crimes, says UN spokesman
Algerian lawyers file lawsuit against Israel at ICC
Lawsuit based on documentation gathered by authentic sources, includes photos, videos that document genocide crimes in Gaza
South Sudan cattle feud explodes, kills 39 in clash
Fatalities mount in Northwest Warrap as violent clashes erupt among rival cattle herders, claiming 39 lives.
UN seeks $540M aid for 6M displaced in DRC conflict
UN’s WFP appeals for $540 million to address the growing humanitarian needs of 6 million displaced in DRC.
India’s patrol foils Somali pirates, saves 19 crew
India rescued 19 crew members from Iranian fishing vessel hijacked by Somali pirates, marking the third such successful operation in a week.
Senegal debates presidential vote delay over ‘irregularities’
Electoral crisis in Senegal prompts a call for a six-month delay, emphasizing the need for an inclusive presidential election.
Tanzania enacts electoral reforms amid opposition
Tanzanian electoral reforms face opposition protests as Chadema criticizes legislation for overlooking 2020 election concerns.