Zimbabwe commences oral cholera vaccination campaign
Campaign targets 2.3M citizens in high-risk areas in southern African country
ECOWAS in turmoil: Nigeria criticizes three coup regimes’ exit
Nigeria condemns the departure of Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali from ECOWAS, questioning their commitment.
Congo boat capsizes, dozens presumed dead in Lake Mishap
The catastrophic sinking of a wooden boat on Lake Kivu results in many missing, 10 survivors, and an ongoing search.
Combined militias ‘Zaire’ ink peace accord in DRC
Unarmed “Zaire” defense group signs a unilateral peace deal with the Congolese army, aiming for reconciliation.
UNESCO Kankurang Festival: Gambia’s cultural oasis
Kankurang Festival in Janjanbureh becomes a symbol of resilience, preserving intangible cultural heritage against all odds.
Italy pledges $6B in Mattei Plan to strengthening Africa ties
Italy’s ambitious plan aims to redefine ties with Africa, seeking support from private sectors and international bodies.
EU blasts Niger over mission chief ban, seeks clarification
EU expresses concern as Niger denies entry to civilian crisis mission chief; demands immediate explanations.
The golden trail: Mansa Musa’s Mecca journey
In the 14th century, Mansa Musa, embarked on a pilgrimage to Mecca
Sri Lankan trawler rescued from Somali pirates
Sri Lankan navy spokesperson Gayan Wickramasuriya reported that all crew members were successfully rescued, and three suspected Somali pirates were detained during the operation
Kenya’s Mau Mau demand ‘reparations’ for colonial atrocities...
Survivors of brutal colonial abuses demand justice and reparations for colonial period atrocities
Nigeria explosion: Tragic incident kills six, including children
Tragedy unfolds in Borno state as metal scavengers inadvertently set off a homemade bomb, resulting in six fatalities.
ECOWAS seeks diplomacy as Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger leave
Diplomatic efforts underway as Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger quit ECOWAS, triggering a political challenge.
Menkaure pyramid renovation sparks social media backlash
Menkaure Pyramid’s renovation sparks social media uproar and expert criticism, raising concerns about perceived absurd interventions.
Ethiopian PM receives prestigious UN food and agriculture medal
Abiy Ahmed awarded in Rome for his ‘commitment to food security and nutrition’
Queen Nzinga: Architect of diplomacy and defiance
Queen Nzinga’s resistance against Portuguese colonization was not confined to diplomacy
Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso exit ECOWAS, citing dissatisfaction
The decision, communicated by Colonel Amadou Abdramane, spokesperson for the junta in Niger, was framed as a response to the perceived deviation of ECOWAS from its original principles and the spirit of Pan-Africanism after 49 years of membership
ANC struggles to part ways with Zuma amid election
Tensions rise within the ANC leadership as they assess the impact of breaking bonds with Jacob Zuma.
The unforgettable sandboarding experience in Ria’s Tadrart
Ria, in the heart of the Sahara Desert, has emerged as an exciting destination for sandboarding
Mali initiates peace talks after abandoning 2015 deal with rebels
Algeria was the main mediator in efforts to return peace to northern Mali, following the agreement signed in its capital in 2015 between the Malian government and predominantly Tuareg armed groups
Central Kenyan women protest soaring femicide rates
Demonstrators demand action as femicide cases surge with 7 murders reported since year started
Sahara dust veils Senegal capital, triggers air quality alert
Senegalese authorities issue warnings of “very poor air quality,” cautioning vulnerable groups about potential health risks
Uganda govt distances itself from judge supporting Israel at UN court
‘Julia Sebutinde … demonstrated that she is nothing else, but a paid-up agent of the criminal Zionist Entity of Israel,’ writes social media user
Discovering the enchanting beauty of the Ethiopian highlands
In the heart of Africa lies a land of unparalleled beauty and geological wonder
Ethiopian political shake-up: Deputy PM Mekonnen ousted
Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister faces uncertainty as he is ousted from Prosperity Party leadership, prompting doubts about his government position.
