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.
