UN: Nearly 13M in dire need of agricultural aid in Ethiopia
FAO report highlights severely affected areas, including Tigray, Afar, Amhara in north, emphasizing the impact of conflict
Agriculture drives African economies
Agriculture remains a vital source of employment, income, and foreign exchange
Somalia repels al-Shabaab attack, vows continued fight
In a fresh clash with Al-Shabaab, Somali government troops repelled an attack in Ceeldheer.
Ghanaians march in Accra against power outages
Peaceful protests in Accra saw citizens carrying kerosene lanterns and chanting songs, demanding an end to the power outages disrupting their lives and businesses.
Four dead in Kenya as violence erupts in the north
Four construction workers were fatally shot in northern Kenya near the Somali border.
Aid group recovers 11 migrant bodies off Libyan coast
A deadly journey across the Mediterranean claimed the lives of 11 migrants. MSF recovered the bodies and rescued 165 survivors.
Young Rwandans use drones to save lives
Rwanda’s drone delivery system exemplify how homegrown solutions can address global challenges
Two women arrested in Comoros over alleged same-sex marriage plans
The women are currently detained in a prison in the capital, Moroni, and could face up to two years in prison or a 600-euro fine
ADF militants kill 10 in attack in eastern DR Congo
Civil society leader Justin Kavalami attributed the attack to members of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), the same group blamed for another recent village assault that killed at least 16 people earlier this week
Rigorous imprisonment for internet fraud ring in Zambia
22 individuals, including a Chinese ring leader, face prison time and fines in Zambia for running an internet fraud operation.
ISIS-linked ADF kills over 50 in eastern DRC this week
DR Congo’s eastern region remains a hotspot for violence. ISIS-linked ADF attacks kill over 50 civilians this week, displacing thousands.
Kinshasa court puts 50 on trial over alleged coup in DR Congo
The Democratic Republic of Congo puts 50 people on trial for an alleged coup attempt.
Niger-Benin row heats up as 5 Nigeriens arrested at port
The arrest of five Nigeriens at a port in Benin fuels tensions between the West African nations.
Judge in DR Congo ‘coup’ trial: Acts punishable by death
Ekenge reported that around 40 assailants of various nationalities had been arrested, and four, including Malanga, were killed
South African parties await ANC unity government proposal
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the ANC leadership supports broad collaboration to move forward
Refugees sent to Rwanda from remote UK ssland speak out
Describing Rwanda as an “open prison,” they report harassment, unwanted sexual advances, and inadequate medical care
Deadly landmines continue to threaten civilians in Tripoli
Libya has struggled to recover from years of war and instability following the 2011 overthrow of dictator Moamer Kadhafi
Unique desert elephants thrive in Namibia
The Namib Desert elephants can go without water for several days
Africa’s endemic Okapi and Fynbos vegetation
Protecting these unique species is essential for maintaining the planet’s natural heritage
DRC camp fire leaves families homeless
A recent fire at a displacement camp has left families homeless, adding to the plight of those displaced by bombings in May.
Tensions rise between Benin, Niger over oil exports, border closure
Benin detains Niger nationals in a dispute over oil pipeline access, escalating tensions between the West African neighbors.
African court orders Tanzania to abolish death penalty
Tanzania faces a human rights challenge as the African Court orders them to abolish the death penalty.
Death toll reaches 20 in Nigerian goldmine collapse
Progress to rescue others trapped since collapse of goldmine in Niger State on Monday is slow due to lack of equipment, says official
Rwandan election features Kagame, Habineza and Mpayimana
The Rwandan National Electoral Commission has announced that Kagame will compete against Habineza and Mpayimana in the July 15 election.