West African leaders confer on recent coup in Niger
The ECOWAS bloc summit focused on the recent political developments in Niger
Thousands attend funeral of Kenyan marathon runner Kelvin Kiptum
Kenyan leader William Ruto was present at funeral service, hailing Kiptum’s talent, inspirational spirit
Egypt, Jordan demand Israel de-escalate Gaza conflict
Egyptian President Sisi and Jordanian King Abdullah expressed concerns about the Gaza conflict’s impact on regional stability, urging Israel to de-escalate and facilitate aid access.
Cholera outbreak spreads in war-torn Sudan, with 10,000 cases
Despite a vaccination campaign, Sudan’s cholera outbreak surges due to the ongoing civil war, displacing millions and hindering healthcare efforts.
Niger repels dawn raid by armed assailants, four soldiers killed
A deadly dawn raid on a Nigerien border outpost leaves four soldiers dead and fuels fears of growing insecurity near the Nigerian border.
Kenya, Namibia added to money laundering index, UAE delisted
Kenya and Namibia join the FATF’s monitoring list alongside 21 other countries while the UAE celebrates its removal due to progress made in combating money laundering and terrorist financing.
Zimbabwe accepts Russian wheat as El Nino looms
Free Russian wheat arrives in sanctioned Zimbabwe, offering relief but sparking debate about its motives.
Egypt secures $35b lifeline as UAE investment aids currency, debt
Facing a currency crisis, Egypt secures a $35 billion deal with the UAE, promising debt relief, tourism growth, and infrastructure projects.
Senegalese man prisoned for manslaughter in Channel crossing
Facing accusations of piloting an overloaded, unsafe boat that led to the deaths of four migrants, a Senegalese man received a 9.5-year jail sentence in the UK.
Senegal presidential election in deadlock as candidates reject talks
Senegal’s presidential election crisis worsens as candidates, civil society reject talks, demanding a date before April 2nd.
Kingdom of Benin’s defensive walls preserved
In what is now Nigeria, the remnants of the Kingdom of Benin’s remarkable defensive walls remain
Ethiopian airstrike kills 15 civilians in Amhara, according to residents
The victims included individuals fleeing ongoing clashes and those returning home from a baptism ceremony, according to the residents
Somalia vows self-defense against Ethiopia’s alleged illegal port deal
President Mohamud stated that he would only engage in discussions with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed if Ethiopia renounces its intention “to take part of our country”
Eight women accused of witchcraft fatally poisoned in Guinea-Bissau
The grim events unfolded after two youngsters in Culade, Cacheu region, succumbed to a sudden illness
French interior minister orders expulsion of ‘radical’ Tunisian im...
The controversy arose when a post by Mahjoubi went viral on social media, where he referred to the French flag as “satanic”
Russian embassy upsets Guinea following government dissolution
Colonel Doumbouya, who assumed power in a 2021 coup, dissolved the government without providing an explanation
Algeria’s crackdown on freedom continues — Amnesty
Five years after the Hirak protests, Algeria faces criticism for ongoing repression of peaceful dissent and free speech, reports Amnesty International.
Senegal’s Sall confirms exit after delay turmoil
Senegal’s President Macky Sall confirms his April 2 exit, amidst heightened political tensions caused by the abrupt postponement of the February 25 election.
Lagos unveils relief, transport discounts as Nigeria inflation soars
Facing economic crisis, Lagos Governor unveils relief measures to ease cost of living. Public transport discounts, pregnant women fee exemption offered.
Guinea-Bissau vows to end witchcraft practices after deaths
Eight women in Guinea-Bissau’s remote north were poisoned and killed in an animist ritual after being accused of witchcraft, prompting authorities to vow to end such practices.
Ex-president Lungu faces lawsuit for $14K debt in Zambia
Edgar Lungu faces legal action over a $14,000 debt for campaign materials, raising questions about his financial accountability.
Africa joins forces to buy medicines, vaccines
The decisions taken at the AU Summit signal a significant step towards Africa’s self-reliance in medical product manufacturing.
Exploring the Kingdom of Dahomey
Central to the mystique of Dahomey were its fearsome all-female military units
Livestock vessel accused of Cape Town stench sets sail for Iraq
The ship arrived in Cape Town’s harbor from Brazil on Sunday to load feed for its cargo of 19,000 cows
