He was accused of threatening the president, economic destabilization, and illegal wealth.

Security forces, including the military, heavily deployed around key buildings, blocked roads ahead of the planned demonstrations

Outside the court, police anti-riot units maintained a heavy presence

In recent years, countries like Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali, which have been rocked by military coups, have faced increasing instability exacerbated by Islamist militant activities

Reporters observed an army vehicle in Nairobi’s central business district, the focal point of Tuesday’s protests

IMF is committed to working together with Kenya to charter a course towards ‘robust, sustainable and inclusive’ growth, says official

A Tunisian soldier patrolling the desert border with Libya was fatally shot by unknown attackers.

US Secretary of State expressed support for President Ruto’s withdrawal of a tax hike bill that sparked violent protests and emphasized the need for security forces to show restraint and investigate human rights violations.

In Guinea, the court prepares to render a verdict on July 31 for ex-dictator Moussa Dadis Camara and co-defendants in a trial centered on a 2019 massacre involving murder, sexual violence, and abduction.

Climate activists worldwide protested at Chinese embassies, urging China not to finance a controversial oil pipeline project in East Africa.

A new report reveals a tenfold increase in documented cases, raising concerns about human rights violations.

Malian militant who served as a police chief in Timbuktu during a 2012 rebellion is found guilty of war crimes and crimes against humanity by the ICC.

Cape Verde’s allure lies in its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and year-round mild climate

The controversial death of Guinea’s former junta leader’s deputy in detention sparks suspicions, raising concerns about justice and political stability.

A mortar attack in the turbulent east of the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed two South African soldiers and wounded 20 others, according to the South African National Defence Force.

The Star newspaper reported that sources within Ruto’s office indicated the President has proposed several amendments for parliament to consider

As Tanzanian women bear the brunt of poaching crackdown, activists call for balance between wildlife protection and human rights

Global health experts have identified it as the “most dangerous strain yet,” capable of causing severe illness and fatalities, especially among children

President William Ruto denounced the violence in a televised address, attributing the unrest to “criminals pretending to be peaceful protesters”

Demonstrators argue that the bill would impose unaffordable tax increases on ordinary citizens and businesses already burdened by the high cost of living

⁠’Regression in the continent’s political order poses a serious threat to the stability of nations,’ says Botswana’s president

Human Rights Watch condemns the arrest of 10 pro-democracy figures in Mali, urging the junta to release them and respect freedom of expression.

An armed group linked to Al-Qaeda and ISIS killed 20 Nigerien soldiers and one civilian in the western Tillaberi region, prompting a three-day national mourning.

President Museveni received artifacts looted from Uganda during colonial rule from Cambridge University, marking a significant step in reclaiming the country’s cultural heritage.