Cyril Ramaphosa is set to be inaugurated as South Africa’s president after securing coalition support and a parliamentary re-election victory.

Panic erupted in Chad’s capital as a fire at a military ammunition depot caused explosions and rained debris onto civilian homes.

His lawyer also raises concerns about interpreter access and the court’s jurisdiction over civilian defendants.

In his first official trip outside Africa, Senegalese President Faye will visit France to attend a summit on vaccine sovereignty and innovation and will hold discussions with president macron on mutual interests.

Originally included in the bill were a 16% tax on bread, increased levies on cooking oil and mobile money services

Despite public opposition, the bill is expected to pass due to Ruto’s parliamentary majority

The African Union says its primary goal is to enhance unity and solidarity among African countries

Over 700 people fled the violence

The pipeline, with a capacity of 90,000 barrels per day (bpd), stretches nearly 2,000 km (1,243 miles), connecting Niger’s Agadem oilfield to Benin’s coast

Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin congratulates Cyril Ramaphosa on his re-election as South African president amidst ongoing global tensions following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Benin jails three Nigeriens amid a diplomatic dispute over access to Benin’s port for Niger’s oil exports.

To celebrate Eid al-Adha, Turkish charities are donating meat to families in Uganda.

DR Congo’s electoral commission criticized a church report on irregularities in December’s election, defending the process and dismissing claims of nepotism.

France spearheads a global effort to address vaccine inequity. Over $1 billion will be pledged at a Paris summit to support African vaccine production.

The African Union condemned the killings of 150 civilians in eastern DR Congo by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), urging regional cooperation to address the ongoing violence.

About a dozen armed men on motorcycles stormed Tudun Doki in Sokoto State’s Gwadabawa District just hours before Eid al-Adha prayers, says police spokesperson

France plans a significant reduction of its military presence in West and Central Africa, shifting focus from large-scale operations to training and partnerships.

In African societies, the extended family is more than just a social unit; it is a vital component of cultural identity

The unity government aims to ensure representation from all participating parties in decision-making processes through consensus

Following disputed elections last year, Zimbabwe’s opposition has faced a series of crackdowns and detentions

Thousands lined the streets to see the coffin, but tensions rose near Chilima’s home as people threw stones at government vehicles

Nairobi’s unique blend of urban sophistication and natural splendor makes it a standout city

Amid rising violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, Pope Francis calls on authorities to act, emphasizing the need to protect christians who have been targeted for their faith.

South Africa’s uMkhonto we Sizwe party, led by Jacob Zuma, has allied with smaller opposition parties to challenge the ANC and DA coalition government in parliament.