Algeria’s Constantine Clowns, Skikda: FNTP theatre intrigue unfolds
The festival extends beyond the competitive arena, offering “out-of-competition” shows at the Théâtre communal d’Alger-centre.
Al Ahly, Urawa Red reach semifinals of 2023 FIFA Club World Cup
Egyptian side Al Ahly to face Fluminese; Japanese club to take on Manchester City in next round
Worst crimes against children reach highest level
A new report shows that the number of ‘grave violations’ committed against children in war rose 13% in 2022, to the highest level since reporting started in 2005.
Burkina abandons French as an official language
Since Captain Traoré came to power, Burkina has moved away from France, a former colonial power and historic partner
Egypt’s Sisi: A decade at the top
A decade after coming to power in a coup that ousted Mohamed Morsi, Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi is poised to run for a third term
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger look to form a federation
The foreign ministers of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger recommended on creating a confederation as part of a long-term goal of uniting the West African neighbours.
British-Nigerian hacker pleads guilty to $6m fraud in US court
A 33-year-old British-Nigerian man Idris Dayo Mustapha has admitted to orchestrating a sophisticated cyber fraud scheme spanning seven years.
Tanzania starts census for leopards, cheetahs
Leopards, together with cheetahs, are among the four species of wildlife described to be highly endangered in the world today
UN Refugee Agency’s Nansen Award goes to Abdullahi Mire
Journalist and former refugee wins award for ‘championing refugee education’ in Kenya
Climate-driven hunger crisis endangers 27 million children
A new report underscores the dire consequences of climate change on global food security, with 27 million children facing hunger.
Afrobeat: The rhythmic fusion that resonates globally
In the late 1960s, a musical revolution emerged from the vibrant cultural landscape of West Africa
WHO confirms first sexual spread of mpox in Congo
The World Health Organization said it has confirmed sexual transmission of mpox in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
US shoppers spend record $9.8B online on Black Friday
Black Friday’s top-selling categories were smartwatches, televisions, toys and gaming, according to report
Madagascar: October’s extreme heat caused by human activity
The scale of the heatwave that hit Madagascar in October, the worst the island has seen for 40 years
Zimbabwe’s wildlife in crisis due to extreme drought
In Zimbabwe, approximately 140 volunteers participated in a crucial annual wildlife census, monitoring the state of the nation’s wildlife.
Brewing cultural experiences: Africa’s tea tourism flourishes
Kenya and Malawi, are opening their doors to tea enthusiasts through the burgeoning trend of tea tourism
Senegal’s fishermen ensnared by the irresistible call of migration
In Senegal, fishermen are being lured by the dream of a better life in Europe
Africa’s millennia-old rock art heritage
One of the most remarkable features of Africa’s artistic legacy is its ancient rock art
Ethiopia’s coffee culture: A blend of tradition and innovation
Legend has it that coffee was discovered in the Ethiopian region of Kaffa
World’s population passes 8 billion
The human species has topped 8 billion, with longer lifespans offsetting fewer births, but world population growth continue.
US approves vaccine against mosquito-borne chikungunya virus
The US Food and Drug Administration approval of the single-dose vaccine is like to speed up its rollout worldwide.
Sony unveils slimmed-down PlayStation 5 for holiday season
The new PS5 has been reduced in volume by more than 30%, and weight by 18% and 24% compared to the previous models.
WHO building climate-resilient, low-carbon health systems
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says global health systems vulnerable to impact of climate change
Nigerian chef Hilda Baci loses Guinness world record title
Nigerian Chef’s record beaten
More than 1.6M children to suffer from malnutrition in 2024
Flood-affected areas are facing the worst malnutrition due to the spread of waterborne diseases.
Why is Germany’s Gaza policy so excessively pro-Israel?
Burden of Holocaust past, Israeli lobby in country, influence of US, line of current coalition government might be 4 reasons.
African fashion demand skyrocketing according to UNESCO
Fashion in Africa