Kenyan court suspends police ban on Nairobi protests

The suspension came ahead of a planned protest where demonstrators were expected to march to the president’s office

Kenya’s Ruto retains former ministers in new cabinet

In a televised address, Ruto announced 11 appointments—six of whom were from the previous cabinet—with more to be announced soon

Kais Saied officially announces candidacy for Tunisia’s election

Tunisian President Kais Saied has officially announced his candidacy for the October election, seeking a new five-year term despite political unrest and a crackdown on opposition figures.

Ruto announces new cabinet lineup in response to unrest

President William Ruto announced a partial new cabinet after a month of widespread protests to form a “broad-based” government and address the national crisis.

Discover North Africa’s coastal treasures

North Africa’s Mediterranean coastline is a captivating destination with rich history

Fighting wanes in DR Congo, but tensions remain

M23 rebels and government forces hold fire, but concerns linger about a potential return to violence.

Sierra Leonean sanctioned for alleged migrant smuggling ring

The ring provided false documents, transport, and border crossing advice.

UK pledges over $100 million to tackle migration in Africa

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer committed $109 million to humanitarian and development projects to tackle the migration crisis.

Rights groups decry Zimbabwe’s detention of opposition

Outrage in Zimbabwe as the High Court upholds the denial of bail for opposition leader Jameson Timba and 78 activists.

Official results show Rwanda’s Kagame wins by landslide

Paul Kagame re-elected with an overwhelming 99.18 percent of the vote securing his fourth term as Rwanda’s president

Niger, Turkey sign deal to develop oil, gas fields

Cooperation in energy, mining, intelligence, and defense is on the agenda.

Africa’s longest road boosts West African trade

The Trans-African Highway 7 is a lifeline for West Africa, promoting trade, travel, and regional cooperation

Kenya police ban Nairobi protests, cite criminal gang infiltration

Activists are calling for Ruto’s resignation and demand reforms to address corruption and poor governance.

African and European leaders seek cooperation on migrant crisis

Representatives from Africa and Europe gathered in Libya to tackle irregular migration.

Niger vows to neutralize attackers after civilian deaths

The army is searching for the attackers and claims to have recently killed 13 “terrorists” in the region.

AU deliberates 2025 budget and G20 strategy at Ghana meeting

African leaders discuss the African Union’s budget for 2025 and its role at the upcoming G20 Summit during a meeting in Ghana.

Morocco cracks down on sex abuse collaborators

Seven people are sentenced in Morocco for helping French businessman Jacques Bouthier commit sex trafficking and abuse.

ADF militants blamed for deadly market raid

ISIS-linked ADF rebels killed at least five civilians in an attack on a market in eastern DR Congo, highlighting the ongoing violence despite joint military efforts.

Kenyan president designates FM as acting cabinet chief

Kenyan President William Ruto named his foreign minister as acting cabinet secretary for all ministries after dismissing most of his cabinet to address anti-government protests.

Nigeria’s president requests additional $4B funding

President Tinubu also proposed a one-off windfall tax on banks’ foreign exchange gains as part of his administration’s strategy to increase revenue

Jacob Zuma under ANC scrutiny for backing MK in recent elections

The ANC has started disciplinary hearings against former president Jacob Zuma for supporting a rival party in the recent elections.

Egypt ends summer power cuts with LNG deliveries

Facing a summer energy crisis, Egypt ends power cuts with the arrival of natural gas shipments.

Kenya serial killer suspect allegedly tortured to confess, lawyer claims

According to reports, Khalusha, 33, purportedly confessed to the murder of 42 women, including his wife, following his arrest in Nairobi

Lake Malawi boasts unmatched fish diversity

Lake Malawi remains a vibrant symbol of nature’s incredible capacity for diversity

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