Guinea prosecutors pursue crimes against humanity in massacre trial
Former dictator Moussa Dadis Camara and 10 other ex-military and government officials stand accused of orchestrating the killing of 156 people
Gambia considers reinstating female genital mutilation
Lawmakers debate a bill proposing to overturn the existing ban, raising health and human rights concerns.
Tunisia receives $150 million from EU for reforms
The European Union provided Tunisia with €150 million to support its budget, promote financial stability, and encourage economic reforms as the North African country grapples with a financial crisis.
Two women accused of witchcraft stoned, burned in DRC
Witchcraft fears turn deadly in Congo as two women are publicly stoned and burned.
US freezes assets of Zimbabwe officials
New US sanctions target Zimbabwe leaders for human rights violations and corruption.
Senegal faces constitutional conundrum as election looms
Amidst protests and political tension, Senegal contemplates a June 2 election recommendation, escalating the crisis.
Safeguarding Africa’s indigenous wisdom
The importance of preserving Africa’s indigenous languages cannot be overstated
Nigeria enhances security measures following food store looting
The incident, which occurred on the outskirts of Abuja, underscores the prevailing social unrest stemming from escalating prices and the country’s economic challenges
Approval of Ghana’s anti-LGBTQ bill poses threat to IMF support
The legislation, unanimously passed last week, aims to strengthen measures against LGBTQ rights and individuals accused of promoting non-heteronormative identities in Ghana
Cairo talks show ‘significant progress’ toward Gaza truce: Egypt
The proposed agreement includes the release of hostages taken during Hamas’s October 7 attack, which triggered the conflict
Burkina Faso reports 170 fatalities in village executions
Simultaneously, the military has issued a warning regarding an elevated threat of Islamist attacks, including the targeting of urban centers
South Africa criticizes US over Israel’s stance
Genocide trial fallout strains diplomatic relations between South Africa and the US.
Africa’s creative economy: A catalyst for growth
In recent years, the creative economy has emerged as a significant catalyst for economic growth
Mass violence threatens elections in South Sudan, UN warns
South Sudan faces critical juncture – UN report highlights violence, delayed peace implementation.
Tunisia debt crisis fuels public anger, union leads demonstrations
Thousands of Tunisians took to the streets in Tunis, protesting rising prices and deteriorating living conditions.
Hundreds demand Senegal presidential elections before April 2
Senegal’s political landscape trembles as citizens rally, demanding presidential elections before April 2, following a contested postponement and constitutional conflicts.
Sanctions hinder least developed countries — South Sudan
African LDCs face hurdles reaching UN development goals. Funding, resources key.
Tunisian Synagogue leads to arrest of public official
Investigation underway after a fire at a Tunisian synagogue garden; a public official in custody for alleged deliberate arson targeting a Jewish house of worship.
Senegalese migrants find new route to US via Nicaragua
Senegalese man’s story highlights social media’s role in surging US-Mexico border crossings.
Junta leader declared candidacy in Chad amid weak opposition
Chad’s junta leader runs for president after deadly clash with rival. Human rights violations cast doubt on election fairness.
Popular journalist’s murder goes to trial in Cameroon
A top businessman, ex-spy chief among 17 facing trial for Cameroon journalist murder.
The African Union’s vision for intra-African trade and investment
The African Union (AU) continues to spearhead initiatives aimed at bolstering trade
HRW urges global probe into killing of Chadian opposition figure
HRW expressed deep concerns about the implications of Dillo’s death on the scheduled elections set for May 6
UN calls for action to end humanitarian disaster in Sudan
UN rights chief condemns Sudan’s violence, highlighting war crimes and urging an immediate return to peace talks.