Nigerian government alerts schools in 14 states of kidnapping threats
The situation escalated on Saturday when over a dozen students and four women were abducted from a school in Gada, Sokoto
Opposition vows new currency, renegotiate contracts in Senegal
Senegal’s upcoming election features an opposition candidate with a bold economic plan.
Gabon reintegrated into Central Africa after lifting of sanctions
Sanctions lifted as Central African States embrace Gabon’s return, marking the end of a six-month suspension following a political coup.
Libya eyes elections with formation of unified government
Libyan leaders meeting in Cairo agreed on forming a unified government to oversee long-delayed elections.
Egypt contacts Hamas and Israel for Gaza ceasefire deal, sources
The outreach, directed by the Egyptian presidency, aimed to bridge the divergent positions of the two parties
The rise of community tourism in Africa
Community tourism initiatives are flourishing, driven by a desire to empower local residents
Ex-Ivory Coast president Gbagbo takes helm for 2025 elections
Laurent Gbagbo, acquitted in 2019, emerges as a key political figure, set to lead PPA-CI into Ivory Coast’s 2025 elections, marking a significant return.
MSF evacuates staff after hospital ransacked
A deadly attack on a hospital in DR Congo by armed men has worsened the humanitarian crisis.
Deadly clash in Nigeria as separatist violence flares
Six people were killed, including four police officers, in an attack by armed separatists at a checkpoint in Ebonyi state, southeastern Nigeria.
French drug gang leader busted in Casablanca
Marseille’s drug woes continue as French authorities announce the arrest of Felix Bingui, believed to be the leader of the notorious Yoda gang.
Senegal presidential election campaigns begin
Amidst political turbulence, Senegal’s 19 presidential candidates launch campaigns, navigating challenges posed by violent protests and a delayed vote.
Rwanda’s Kagame wins party’s endorsement for reelection
President Kagame receives overwhelming support from Rwanda’s ruling party, positioning him for a historic reelection bid in July and an extension of his decades-long leadership.
Militants abduct 15 students in Nigerian school attack
It follows a recent mass abduction in Kaduna state as security forces are struggling to contain the rise of school kidnappings.
The vital role of elders in African communities
The reverence for elders in African societies reflects a deep-seated appreciation for wisdom
AU backs Senegal’s March 24 presidential election decision
Senegal’s decision to reschedule the presidential election to March 24 receives international approval, with the African Union commending the peaceful resolution of the crisis.
DRC prosecutor calls for 20-year jail sentence for journalist
Journalist Stanis Bujakera faces 20 years in jail in the Democratic Republic of Congo for allegedly implicating military intelligence in the murder of an opposition politician.
Swahili: From coastal trade routes to continental influence
Swahili has transcended its humble beginnings to become the lingua franca of much of East Africa
Nigeria mobilizes troops to rescue hundreds of kidnapped students
Local authorities are still determining the exact number of abducted children, and at least one person was reported dead during the attack
ISIS claims responsibility for February Burkina Faso church assault
According to IS, militants armed with firearms targeted a church during Sunday service in the village of Essakane
South African music sensation Tyla cancels global tour amidst injury
The Grammy-winning artist, renowned for her international hit “Water,” expressed heartbreak after receiving medical advice advising against proceeding with the tour
At least 280 students abducted in Northwestern Nigeria
Tactical team dispatched to pursue gunmen in Kaduna state, rescue schoolchildren, teachers
Empowering Ivorian women through integrated support
Akwaba Mousso provides free integrated services to Ivorian women, offering healing and empowerment after suffering domestic abuse.
Outrage grows over Kenya’s femicide crisis
Advocates say weak laws and societal acceptance of violence against women leave them vulnerable.
UN raises concern over 780,000 displaced in Mozambique
Mozambique grapples with a growing humanitarian crisis as terrorist attacks displace nearly 800,000 people.
