South African judge holds officials accountable for patient deaths
South African court rules that negligence by health officials led to the deaths of mentally ill patients transferred to unfit facilities.
Turkish firm to launch housing projects in Africa
Istanbul-based Karmod says preparations in final stages for new housing projects in Congo, Gambia, and Tanzania
Mali flights grounded due to fuel shortage
Mali’s aviation industry faces a crisis as a fuel shortage disrupts flights.
Dozen of children killed in South Africa school bus fire
A minibus carrying schoolchildren in South Africa collided with another vehicle, overturned, and burst into flames, tragically killing 12 children and the driver.
Uganda refutes report of supporting M23 rebels in DRC
Ugandan military vehemently denies the claims, insisting they’ve been working for peace in the region.
UN mission to Libya reports abduction of political activist in Misrata
Al-Areebi, 29, was abducted on Monday in Misrata by unidentified armed men in civilian clothes
South African soldier killed by hand grenade on UN Congo mission
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) stated on Tuesday that the cause of the grenade’s explosion remains unclear
Elephants trample Spanish tourist to death in South Africa
Despite being taken to a hospital, he succumbed to his injuries
Hyena captured after 2-day chase in Nigeria
Animal escaped from Jos Wildlife Park, official tells media
UN demands probe into Libya-Tunisia mass graves
The UN is investigating reports of a mass grave on the Libya-Tunisia border and condemning widespread abuses against migrants in Libya.
Cameroon parliament backs president’s general election delay
Cameroon’s decision to extend the electoral schedule to 2026 stirs controversy amid accusations of undermining democratic principles.
Equatorial Guinea pastor freed after calling president a ‘demon’
Mangue was arrested in 2022 after an audio recording criticizing Obiang went viral
Uncertainty in DR Congo as UN mission halts peacekeeper pullout
Government and U.N. reassess next steps in response to security challenges. No timeline set for next phase.
Mali’s FM affirms nation’s irreversible exit from ECOWAS
Mali stands firm on leaving ECOWAS as the new confederation takes shape with Burkina Faso and Niger.
Socotra: Africa’s unique natural wonderland
Socotra Island remains a beacon of natural wonder, attracting scientists and travelers alike
Ugandan man accused of supporting IS-linked rebels remanded
The group has been accused of killing hundreds of villagers in eastern Congo over the years
Rising abductions spark alarm in Ethiopia
Abductions for ransom on rise in conflict-hit central Oromia, northern Amhara regions
Ugandan military convoy targeted in Somalia, killing one soldier
A Ugandan soldier serving in Somalia’s peacekeeping mission (ATMIS) was killed and others injured in a roadside bomb attack blamed on Al-Shabaab.
Exploring South Africa’s Cape Floral Region
South Africa’s Cape Floral Region is a botanical treasure trove, housing nearly 20% of Africa’s flora
Rwanda ‘notes’ UK decision to end migrant deportation deal
Rwanda acknowledges the UK’s decision to terminate the controversial migrant deportation deal initiated by the former conservative government.
Prime minister’s ally sentenced for criticizing Mali junta
Boubacar Traore, an ally of Mali’s Prime Minister, has been sentenced to a year in prison for signing a statement against the military junta, as Mali’s crackdown on dissent continues.
Guinea-Bissau schedules parliamentary vote
Guinea-Bissau will hold new parliamentary elections on November 24 after President Embalo dissolved the parliament following an alleged coup attempt.
DR Congo: 22 soldiers sentenced to death for fleeing rebels
In a controversial move, a DR Congo military court sentences 22 soldiers to death for desertion during clashes with M23 rebels.
Gambia lawmakers support maintaining FGM ban
FGM has been illegal in Gambia since 2015, but it remains widespread