Guinea releases activist, strike demands remain

A prominent media activist in Guinea, detained for calling a demonstration against censorship, was freed after an appeal hearing amid a general strike demanding lower food prices, media freedom, and improved living conditions.

Africa’s infrastructure drive gathers momentum

The African Union’s Agenda 2063 is leading the charge in the infrastructure development process

Mass exodus as brutal attacks escalate in Mozambique

Despite extensive security measures, the attacks persist, casting a shadow over French oil company TotalEnergies’ plans to resume a $20 billion liquefied natural gas terminal in Cabo Delgado in the coming months

Tunisian presidential elections scheduled for September-October

Tunisian President Kais Saied was elected on Oct. 13, 2019 for 5-year period, expected to take place in upcoming presidential race

Fatal assault on Chad’s intelligence services office claims multiple liv...

The authorities have implicated “elements” associated with an opposition party in the attack

Chad sets May 6 for presidential election

Chad’s pivotal election on May 6 concludes a three-year junta rule, sparking international concerns over the extended transition period.

Thousands flee Mozambique due to militant violence

Government downplays threat despite thousands fleeing violence in northern Mozambique.

Senegal president aims to end political crisis by holding talks

Aar Sunu Election collective urges President Sall to act swiftly, setting the stage for a crucial election date amid heightened political tensions.

African youth ignite continent-wide change

A dynamic wave of youth-led activism is reshaping the social and political landscape

Fatal building collapse in Nigeria kills 6, more feared trapped

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) revealed that the building, housing over 120 shops, crumbled in the city of Onitsha

Nigeria protests surge due to soaring food costs and inflation

Thousands of workers, traders, rights activists, students march through streets of major cities

Rampant poaching claims nearly 500 rhinos in South Africa

Information Minister Daud Aweis Jama demands establishment of Palestinian state on basis of 1967 borders

Fatalities reported as Guinea faces unrest amidst national strike

The strike has cleared main thoroughfares, closed banks, and shuttered markets, yet pockets of unrest emerged in residential areas on Monday

Youths killed, Guinea government faces backlash amid strike

Deadly protests erupt in Guinea as general strike highlights tensions with junta.

Senegal president seeks consensus on election, offers amnesty

Senegal’s President offers amnesty to quell protest anger after delaying elections. Opposition rejects it, demanding consensus on a new date.

Berlinale’s ‘Dahomey’ wins, debating on African artifact ret...

A thought-provoking documentary, “Dahomey” follows the journey of looted African art returning home, while students debate the ethics and complexities of restitution.

Egypt accused of smearing activist over Gaza report

Human rights groups slam Egypt for targeting activist reporting on potential refugee camp near Gaza.

Burkina Faso grapples with deadly attacks on religious sites

Military attempts to contain a surge in violence in Burkina Faso after coordinated attacks on religious communities.

Fante unity: Guardians against colonial incursion in Ghana

The Fante Confederacy, was a central player in shaping Ghana’s nascent history

Burundi: 9 killed in ‘cowardly attack’ by rebel group

RED-Tabara insurgents targeted a mourning family, resulting in the death of nine people, including six women and a soldier

Somaliland president accuses Somalia in expert’s aviation death

Dahable, employed by the Somali Civil Aviation Authority, was discovered dead on February 18 in his home in Mogadishu

US launches largest-ever military exercise in East Africa

Scheduled to run for 11 days until next Thursday, the exercise aims to enhance the preparedness of participating countries for peacekeeping missions, crisis response, and humanitarian assistance

Tanzania urges Germany to address colonial atrocities

German forces ruthlessly quashed anti-colonial Maji Maji Rebellion in Tanzania from 1905-1907

Ethiopian police detain French journalist, says employer

Africa Intelligence, in a statement, revealed that its lawyer attended the hearing and was informed about the charges against Galindo

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