Niger forms elite unit to guard key sites
Facing violence from Al-Qaeda, ISWAP, and Boko Haram, Niger’s military leamafiadership announces a significant expansion.
ANC seeks coalition after losing majority in South Africa’s election
South Africa’s ANC is reaching out to rival parties to form a coalition government after losing its majority in the recent general election, with talks focusing on national unity and stability.
Kenya’s president: Africa key to climate solutions, needs investment
Kenyan President Ruto emphasizes Africa’s potential to contribute to global decarbonization efforts.
Congo Basin: Vital rainforest and biodiversity hotspot
Covering approximately 3.7 million square kilometers, the Congo Basin extends into six countries
Russia to send more military instructors to Burkina Faso: Lavrov
Lavrov expressed confidence that cooperation between Russia and Burkina Faso would lead to the eradication of terrorist groups in the country
South Africa’s ANC faces coalition dilemma after historic election loss
African National Congress’s most preferred option is to form government of national unity, says political analyst Ebrahim Fakir
Nigeria rescuers dig for trapped miners
The exact number of trapped miners remains unclear, and rescue efforts are being hindered by the presence of heavily armed criminal gangs, known locally as bandits
Zimbabwe drought hits children hard
Zimbabwe is part of a drought-affected region in Southern Africa, worsened by El Nino
The marathon des Sables challenges runners worldwide
It’s known as the toughest foot race on Earth
IMF approves $574 million to aid drought-stricken Zambia
Facing a devastating drought, Zambia secures a $574 million IMF loan to address food insecurity and support its economy.
Moroccans urge gov’t to block weapons shipping to Israel
An activist group in Morocco has requested government intervention to prevent a Japanese-owned cargo ship.
Egypt extends power cuts amid heatwave, network maintenance
To combat a summer heatwave and network maintenance needs, Egypt extends power cuts by an extra hour.
Ethiopia lifts ban on Tigray party, paving way for elections
A significant development in Ethiopia: Parliament allows the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) to re-register for elections.
Lavrov says Russia supports inter-Libyan conference in DRC
During his visit to the Congo, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov criticized the West’s objectives in Ukraine and Libya.
South African floods claim at least 18 lives
Durban and its surrounding area experienced South Africa’s worst flooding in history in 2022
Nigeria union leaders in wage negotiation amid nationwide strike
The strike, organized by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC), reflects the growing economic challenges in Africa’s most populous country
12 dead in South African flooding
Over 2,000 people have been evacuated from Nelson Mandela Bay, primarily from makeshift homes in the municipality’s slums
Lake Victoria: Vital water source for millions
Lake Victoria’s vast waters provide sustenance and income to the communities along its shores
Uganda’s LGBTQ community faces escalating human rights violations
The violations have intensified since Uganda’s parliament began considering the Anti-Homosexuality Act (AHA) early last year
Ethiopian runner targets back-to-back Olympic glory
Selemon Barega eyes repeat victory in the 10,000m at the Paris Olympics.
Moroccan police seize 18.2 tonnes of cannabis in major bust
Authorities have launched an investigation into the arrested individuals’ connections with local and international drug trafficking networks
Russia’s Lavrov starts Africa tour in Guinea
Since its 2022 invasion of Ukraine, Russia has sought to expand its presence in Africa
Africa dominates list of neglected displacement crises — report
A new report by the Norwegian Refugee Council reveals Africa dominates the list of neglected displacement crises.
Nigerian strike cripples economy over minimum wage
Strike fever grips Nigeria as workers protest rising living costs and a stagnant minimum wage.
