Comoros launches vaccination drive to combat cholera
Anjouan island, the hardest hit, sees children receiving the first doses.
Seychelles beckons with pristine beaches and coral reefs
The islands boast some of the world’s most stunning beaches, such as Anse Source d’Argent on La Digue
Six Niger soldiers killed in attack on Niger-Benin oil pipeline
The attack occurred between the villages of Salkam and Tibiri in Niger’s southeastern Dosso region on Wednesday afternoon
Three Ugandan lawmakers charged with corruption
The three pleaded not guilty and were remanded to a maximum security prison
Zambia to create new mineral investment and trading entity
A newly created entity will focus on investment and trading, shifting the model from dividend payments to production sharing with mining companies.
Guinea worries about rising anti-African sentiment in Europe
Amid rising far-right influence in Europe, Guinea’s Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah draws comparisons to pre-WWII fascism and expresses readiness to cooperate with new leaders if necessary.
Spain migrant deaths soar on sea route
A perilous journey claims thousands of lives. Over 5,000 migrants died trying to reach Spain by sea in 2024.
Ex-Kenyan cop faces murder charges in high-profile case
Kenya grapples with police violence. A former officer faces murder charges for killing two youths.
Libya, Tunisia announce border reopening plan
The Ras Jdir border crossing between Libya and Tunisia will reopen in stages. Limited access begins June 19th, followed by full reopening on June 20th.
South Africa pledges millions of aid against Israel’s Gaza war
South Africa condemns Israel’s actions in Gaza, pledges humanitarian aid, and demands unhindered access for relief supplies.
Over 80 killed in western Congo boat accident
Deadly boat accidents are frequent in Congo, where vessels often exceed their capacity
Madagascar’s ruling party loses parliamentary majority
President Rajoelina’s party secured only 80 seats in Madagascar’s national assembly as independents and opposition candidates claimed significant victories.
The space race in Africa
Nigeria, South Africa, Egypt, and Algeria are among the nations leading the space race
Senegal starts oil production with presidential promises of benefits
The Australian energy giant Woodside hailed the start of extraction as a “historic day” for both the company and the nation
South Africa’s first mpox fatality amidst five confirmed cases
Genomic sequencing of three of the cases revealed the strain mpox clade IIb, which gained global traction starting in 2022
Libya expels more than 160 illegal migrants from Bangladesh
Migrants sent back via Benghazi’s Benina International Airport on June 10
Rwanda accuses UN refugee agency of lying in UK asylum case
A UNHCR spokesperson in Rwanda declined immediate comment
DRC miners face exploitation despite green energy boom: NGO
A new report reveals shocking working conditions for miners in DR Congo, a key source of cobalt and copper for electric vehicles and green energy.
At least 49 migrants dead, 140 missing off Yemen coast: IOM
According to the United Nations, 97,000 migrants arrived in Yemen from the Horn of Africa last year
Gunmen in Nigeria claim 26 lives, abduct dozens
These criminal elements, often referred to as bandits, have established strongholds in expansive forests spanning Zamfara, Katsina, Kaduna, and Niger states
Exploring Africa: Rich cultures, vast landscapes
Comprising 54 recognized countries, Africa’s borders encompass a vast array of languages
Malawi VP Chilima dies in plane crash
The crash site, according to Chakwera’s address to the nation, was in a mountainous area within the Chikangawa Forest
Search intensifies for missing plane carrying Malawi VP
The aircraft, which departed just after 9:00 am (0700 GMT), was carrying 51-year-old Chilima and nine others when it failed to land due to adverse weather conditions
Dozens dead, after Horn of Africa migrant boat capsizes
A migrant boat carrying people from the Horn of Africa capsized off Yemen’s coast, resulting in dozens of deaths and leaving over 100 missing.