Negligence in fatal California helicopter crash — Nigerian family

Lawsuit filed by family of Nigerian business leader killed in California helicopter crash blames treacherous weather and negligence.

Oromo Liberation Front officer shot dead in Ethiopia

Ethiopia’s Oromo Liberation Front officer Bate Urgessa fatally shot in sensitive Oromia region, sparking outcry and demands for investigation.

Military junta in Mali halts political activities

Mali’s ruling military junta suspends all political activities citing public order concerns amidst calls for presidential elections and an end to military rule.

African dhows preserve centuries-old tradition

Dhows remain a preferred choice for many African sailors due to their reliability and simplicity

Jacob Zuma to contest May elections in South Africa — court

South African court permits former president Jacob Zuma to participate in May’s general elections, overturning a previous electoral commission decision barring him due to a past conviction.

Togo braces for protests as government denies permit

Tensions escalate in Togo as the opposition challenges a government ban on protests against a controversial constitutional amendment.

South Sudan sets June start for voter registration after delays

South Sudan plans voter registration to begin in June for its first-ever national elections, scheduled for later this year.

Liberia moves closer to war crimes court

Liberia moves forward with a war crimes court to hold perpetrators accountable for crimes committed during the civil wars.

EU braces for potential surge in migration after Niger coup

EU rushes to implement a new migration pact, but its ability to address the situation remains uncertain.

Journo jailed for insulting Moroccan King, criticizing Israel ties

Moroccan activist receives a five-year sentence for criticizing the king and Israel’s normalization.

UK’s Sunak, Rwanda’s Kagame insist on migrant transfer

Despite controversy, UK’s Sunak and Rwanda’s Kagame remain determined to proceed with the deportation of undocumented migrants to Rwanda.

Nigeria recovers $24 million amid probe of poverty minister

According to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the funds were traced across more than 50 bank accounts

Chinese peacekeepers departing eastern DR Congo amid unrest

The withdrawal is scheduled to occur in three phases throughout this year

38 migrants perish in Djibouti shipwreck

The IOM’s Djibouti office revealed that nearly 1,000 migrants have perished or gone missing along the Eastern Route since 2014

Indulge in Africa’s sweet secrets

Locals and visitors alike are treated to a delightful journey of taste and texture

Hundreds of Kenyan doctors rally in support of strike

Despite the presence of a small contingent of riot police monitoring the demonstration

French NGO seeks probe on Rwanda genocide

30 years after the Rwandan genocide, a French NGO seeks answers about the deaths of two military officers.

Devastating storms batter Western Cape, South Africa

A deadly storm with strong winds and heavy rain has battered South Africa’s Western Cape province, causing widespread damage and power outages.

South African judges to rule on Zuma’s ballot eligibility

South African judges will decide whether former president Jacob Zuma can appear on the ballot in May elections, as he appeals a decision to bar him due to a 2021 conviction.

Three soldiers killed by mortar in southern African mission in Congo

All casualties, both fatalities, and injuries, were reported to be from Tanzania

Niger’s junta reinforces demand for US troop withdrawal

pproximately 650 US personnel are stationed in Niger to oversee the activities of jihadist groups

Gambian lawmaker pushes to overturn female genital mutilation ban

Statistics reveal the prevalence of FGM in Gambia, with a significant proportion of women supporting its discontinuation

Advancements in African agriculture drive green revolution

Africa’s agricultural transformation has been fueled by a combination of factors

British runner completes epic year-long journey across Africa

British runner Russ Cook completes an incredible feat, running the entire length of Africa (16,000km) in 352 days.

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