Togo amends constitution, potentially extending president’s rule
Togo adopts a new constitution that lengthens presidential terms and shifts power to parliament.
Tragedy strikes abandoned mine in Liberia
Seven people died in an illegal mining accident at an abandoned gold mine in Liberia.
Kenya releases starvation cult victims’ bodies after year
Kenyan authorities begin releasing bodies of victims from a doomsday cult, a year after discovering mass graves, raising questions about security lapses and the leader’s motives.
Lions’ survival threatened in South Africa’s Kruger Park
Lions face threats from both poachers, rising population of hyenas
The rise of democracy in Africa
The transition towards democracy in Africa gained momentum in the early 1990s
Kenya hotel blast kills 4, including police officers
A deadly explosion ripped through a Kenyan hotel near the Somali border, killing four people including police.
Libyan oil minister suspended amidst legal investigation
Facing a legal inquiry, Libya’s oil and gas minister from the Government of National Unity has been suspended from work.
Nigerian military blames intel for hindered anti-kidnapping efforts
General Musa says bad intelligence and vast forests make it difficult to stop the armed gangs.
Senegal opposition’s Faye poised to win presidency as rival concedes
The potential victory of Faye, if confirmed officially, is anticipated to bolster democracy in the region, contrasting with the frequent military coups seen elsewhere
Africa’s sustainable urban renaissance
In cities spanning from Cape Town to Cairo, the ethos of sustainability is taking root
Faye emerges as front-runner in Senegal’s presidential race
Senegal’s election sees opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye emerging as the frontrunner, offering voters profound change and left-wing pan-Africanism.
Twin attacks by ADF leave 11 dead in DR Congo
Violence persists in eastern DR Congo as the ADF rebel group carries out deadly attacks.
Under-20 friendly turns sour as Algerian coach slaps player
An Algerian U20 friendly against Tunisia turned sour after their coach got involved in an on-field altercation.
Algeria dispatches 150 tons of aid to Gaza amid Israeli siege
Humanitarian aid from Algeria en route to Gaza amidst Israeli aggression, aiming to alleviate the dire humanitarian situation in the besieged enclave.
Nigeria: Soaring food prices blamed in cash handout deaths
A cash handout in Nigeria aimed at helping families during Ramadan turned deadly.
Zambia, Malawi, Zimbabwe are on brink of famine caused by El Nino
Southern Africa braces for famine as El Nino unleashes its fury. Severe drought has ravaged crops in Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, forcing them to declare disasters.
Chad’s constitutional council OKs 10 candidates for poll
Chad’s Constitutional Council has approved 10 candidates, including interim President Mahamat Idriss Deby and Prime Minister, for the upcoming presidential election in May.
Ethiopia to allow foreign property ownership, PM reveals on state TV
During a gathering of prominent taxpayers in Addis Ababa, Abiy disclosed that the government is in the final stages of drafting legislation to facilitate foreign ownership of real estate
Chad blocks main opposition from presidential vote
Among the remaining ten candidates is current junta leader Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno
What is Africa’s banking revolution?
Digital financial services, powered by mobile technology, have revolutionized banking in Africa
Putin allies call for death penalty reinstatement post-Moscow attack
The assault on the Crocus City Hall concert hall claimed over 130 lives as gunmen rampaged through the venue
Relief as over 130 kidnapped Nigerian schoolchildren released
Abducted Nigerian schoolchildren reunite with families after a weeks-long ordeal.
Security forces nab 16 suspects linked to Somali SYL hotel attack
Somali government announces arrests of 16 suspects involved in Mogadishu SYL hotel attack.
Moscow terror attack: African leaders send condolences to Russia
African leaders express condolences and solidarity with Russia following a deadly terror attack in Moscow that killed over 130 people.