Northern Mali separatists form coalition

Mali’s separatist movements unite under a new alliance, seeking to establish an independent state of Azawad.

Mount Kilimanjaro is the continent’s highest peak

Mount Kilimanjaro stands as an indomitable beacon of exploration and discovery

Opposition announces candidate for Mauritania’s presidential race

Tewassoul, Mauritania’s main opposition party, nominates its leader, Hamadi Ould Sid’ El Moctar, as a candidate for the presidential election, marking the party’s first participation in 15 years.

East Africa in crisis: Cyclone looms after devastating floods

Deadly floods have already caused widespread damage, and Cyclone Hidaya is forecast to bring heavy rain and strong winds to Kenya and Tanzania.

Looted treasures return to Ghana after decades-long fight

After decades, Ghana celebrates the return of looted treasures, including gold jewelry, a sword, and a royal chair.

UN reports 29 fatalities in Burundi floods

As of April 26, more than 237,000 people have been affected, with 42,000 displaced, more than half of them women

M23 rebels assert control over coltan-rich mining hub

This isn’t the first time Rubaya has witnessed such turmoil, as the M23 previously held sway over the town during their recent resurgence

Kenya appoints new defense chief following fatal helicopter crash

President Ruto also made other notable appointments, including Major General Fatuma Gaiti Ahmed as the commander of the Kenya Air Force

Dozens of tourists stranded by floods in Kenya’s Maasai Mara

The recent tragedy in Kenya has prompted global solidarity, with Pope Francis offering condolences and urging prayers for those affected

Africa’s economic boom sparks logistics surge

Several African economies have been consistently outperforming global averages in terms of GDP growth

West Africa top producers struggle to deliver pre-sold Beans

A harvest shortfall in Ivory Coast and Ghana combined with pre-sold contracts at low prices creates a complex situation for farmers.

Kenya floods claim 179 lives, devastating homes and infrastructure

The floods come on the heels of last year’s rains, which followed a severe drought in many parts of East Africa

Turkish spy chief visits Somali president

Ibrahim Kalin, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud discuss ways to further bilateral strategic cooperation

Gabon coup leader gets transition plans including party suspension

Following a coup in Gabon, a national dialogue proposes suspending political parties and further investigating the ousted president’s party.

UK sends first asylum seeker to Rwanda in controversial scheme

The first migrant has been deported under the new policy, which aims to deter illegal immigration.

CAR ex-president Bozize wanted for rights abuses

Central African court issues warrant for ex-President Bozizé over human rights abuses; victim’s family welcomes the move.

Togo’s legislative election deemed ‘free, fair, and transparent...

Regional observers affirm Togo’s legislative election as “free, fair, and transparent” despite some concerns. Electoral authorities yet to release results.

DRC takes over security in south Kivu as UN mission departs

Marking a shift in DR Congo, UN peacekeepers have withdrawn from South Kivu. Local forces take over security as the UN mission focuses on remaining conflict zones.

Opposition boycotts Tunisia elex, demands freed political prisoners

Tunisia’s main opposition threatens to boycott the presidential election unless democratic reforms are implemented.

Military deployed in Kenya for flood evacuation by president Ruto

Kenyan President William Ruto orders military deployment for flood evacuations after 171 deaths.

Suspected drug smugglers shot by Israeli forces at Egypt border

Israeli forces shoot suspected drug smugglers at the Egyptian border, causing damage to the fence, with no further details provided.

Nigerian gasoline prices surge amid worsening cost of living crisis

Last year, President Bola Tinubu’s administration removed subsidies, opening the doors for private firms to import

African civilizations: Pioneers of innovation and ingenuity

We are reminded of the boundless potential that exists within Africa and the importance of preservation

Kenya floods claim 66 more lives, death toll reaches 169

Triggered by heavy rainfall since March 1, floods displaced thousands of people, destroyed infrastructure, disrupted essential services

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