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.

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