Colonel Doumbouya, who assumed power in a 2021 coup, dissolved the government without providing an explanation

Five years after the Hirak protests, Algeria faces criticism for ongoing repression of peaceful dissent and free speech, reports Amnesty International.

Senegal’s President Macky Sall confirms his April 2 exit, amidst heightened political tensions caused by the abrupt postponement of the February 25 election.

Facing economic crisis, Lagos Governor unveils relief measures to ease cost of living. Public transport discounts, pregnant women fee exemption offered.

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.

Edgar Lungu faces legal action over a $14,000 debt for campaign materials, raising questions about his financial accountability.

The decisions taken at the AU Summit signal a significant step towards Africa’s self-reliance in medical product manufacturing.

Central to the mystique of Dahomey were its fearsome all-female military units

The ship arrived in Cape Town’s harbor from Brazil on Sunday to load feed for its cargo of 19,000 cows

The incident is part of a series of abductions targeting dissidents in the junta-ruled country since the 2022 coup led by Ibrahim Traore

Following extensive negotiations, a deal has been reached to replace these groups with regular security forces responsible for policing Tripoli

Kigali says M23 issue must be resolved politically amongst Congolese

Mozambique President insists security forces control Cabo Delgado despite fresh displacement after rebel attacks.

France’s military presence in Africa is changing. Macron’s envoy discusses a “remodel” with Ivory Coast, potentially leading to troop cuts.

Somalia’s navy receives a major boost through a new defense deal with Turkey, aiming to counter threats like piracy and Ethiopia’s sea access.

Carthage’s rise to prominence was fueled by its strategic location and maritime strength

Senegal’s opposition accuses authorities of sluggish response to a court ruling against a 10-month election delay.

Zimbabwe races to stop a polio outbreak with a mass vaccination campaign after detecting a mutated virus in oral vaccines.

Kenyan doomsday cult leader and his followers are hospitalized after appearing weak in court, raising questions about their health and possible abuse.

South Africa’s 2024 elections could see a historic shift as voters grapple with a troubled economy, corruption, and power cuts.

Senegal’s Constitutional Council releases updated candidate list for delayed election, rejecting calls for a pre-election review.

British court convicts Madagascar’s ex-chief of staff for scheming with French national to bribe mining company for licenses.

Thousands flee their homes in DR Congo as intense fighting between government and M23 rebels threatens the city of Goma, with accusations directed at Rwanda.

The Kingdom of Benin thrived from the 13th to the 19th century in what is now southern Nigeria