Senegal election delay ignites clashes between protesters, police
Senegal’s delayed election sparks protests, democracy fears. Security forces clash, opposition cries foul. President defends move, justice minister says legal.
US blames Ethiopian govt for civilian killings, demands probe
US condemns alleged civilian killings in Ethiopia’s Amhara region, urging probe & access for monitors.
West African bloc urges Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso to remain
Late last month, 3 military-led West African states announced their withdrawal from Economic Community of West African States ‘with immediate effect’
78,000 children displaced by recent clashes in DR Congo
Save the Children urges urgent action to break cycle of suffering of innocent lives
ECOWAS foreign ministers convene on Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger exit
West African bloc committed to address challenges in region to preserve democratic principles, says official
Oxfam alerts to deepening hunger crisis in Ethiopia’s Tigray region
Families are resorting to increasingly desperate measures to survive, says international aid group
Militants attack villages, killing civilians in Niger
Niger villages attacked, 9 killed. Military claims success against militants, but security concerns linger.
African artists redefine art with digital tools and VR
Artists across Africa are embracing digital tools and virtual reality
Ivory Coast stuns DRC, reach AFCON final against Nigeria
Ivory Coast stuns DR Congo 1-0 to reach AFCON final! Their incredible journey, from group stage flops to title contenders.
DRC violence uproots thousands, lost children feared — watchdog
Save the Children warns of a humanitarian crisis in eastern Congo as renewed clashes displace thousands.
West African bloc blames junta-led nations for flaunting exit rules
Political turmoil unfolds in West Africa as ECOWAS confronts the departure of three nations, testing integration.
Senegal roiled by poll delay, protests brewing
Senegal’s opposition strategizes against President Sall’s election delay, denouncing it as a ploy to extend his term, while sporadic mobilization continues.
Ethiopian parliament approves key cabinet reshuffle
Key leadership changes unfold in Ethiopia as Temesgen Tiruneh steps into the role of deputy prime minister.
Kenya police humiliated as suspected US murderer escapes custody
Kevin Kangethe, awaiting extradition to the United States for the late 2023 death of Margaret Mbitu
Artistic expression in Kente and Brass
West African countries are renowned for their mastery of traditional arts
Kanye West teases fans with Lagos and Nairobi shows
A provisional venue lineup, shared on West’s Instagram stories, indicates his plans to perform at Lagos’ Eko Energy City and Nairobi’s Nyayo International Stadium
ECOWAS urges Senegalese politicians to reject violence
ECOWAS encourages politicians to ‘urgently’ restore electoral calendar
Zimbabwean cabinet endorses elimination of death penalty
According to Information Minister Jenfan Muswere, the cabinet’s decision was the result of extensive consultations conducted across the country
The warmth of Africa: A culture of hospitality
Africa stands out for its unwavering commitment to hospitality and community
At least 10 killed in suspected al-Shabaab attack in Somalia
Islamist group al Shabaab is frequently implicated in such bombings in Somalia and other regions
Ethiopian PM claims no hunger-related deaths in the country
While denying hunger as a direct cause of death, Abiy acknowledged the possibility of fatalities resulting from illnesses linked to malnutrition
Court charges Kenyan cult leader with 191 counts of murder
The cult leader maintains his plea of not guilty to all charges
Senegal parliament approves delay in election to December
Lawmakers reschedule Feb. 25 vote to Dec. 15 following tense session
ADF attack claims lives of at least 11 in Eastern DRC
The assaults took place in various villages within the Mambasa area of Ituri province on Monday, according to local officials