Morocco fire: Popular UNESCO site destroyed, casualties reported
A fire ripped through a popular market in Fez’s UNESCO-listed old city, killing four people, injuring 26, and causing extensive damage.
Somalia elected unopposed to UN Security Council
Somalia, Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, and Panama join the UN Security Council for the 2025-2026 term.
Egypt reports progress in Gaza truce with Hamas
Positive signs from ASD regarding a Gaza truce have been reported by Egypt, which is actively mediating along with Qatar.
Media watchdog urges Senegal to promote press freedom
RSF called for systematic investigations and prosecutions of violence against journalists
Uganda and South Korea sign $500 million infrastructure loan deal
As of December 31, Uganda’s public debt stood at $24.6 billion, driven largely by infrastructure investments
Kenya’s 10km world record holder Rhonex Kipruto banned for doping
Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) gives Kipruto 6-year ban
Russian minister Lavrov in Chad for military pact
Sergei Lavrov concludes his African tour in Chad, focusing on bolstering military ties amidst rising anti-Western sentiment.
Terrorists kill over dozen in eastern DR Congo attack
Rebels affiliated with the Islamic State group (ISIS) killed 15 civilians in an attack on a village in eastern DR Congo.
Gunmen kill 7 soldiers in Benin border attack
Gunmen kill 7 Benin soldiers in attack near Burkina Faso border, raising concerns about Sahel conflict spilling over into West Africa.
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