Cameroon high school stampede injures over 100
Over 100 students injured, multiple dead in a horrific stampede at Lycee Bilingue Etoug-Ebe High School in Cameroon.
Children in Cameroon receive first routine malaria vaccine
Cameroon leads the way in Africa’s fight against malaria with nationwide vaccination program.
Exploring the culinary wonders of Africa
An odyssey of flavors, a fusion of spices, and a celebration of culinary traditions
Blinken declares strong US commitment to Africa in coastal tour kickoff
Despite his recent focus on the Israel-Hamas conflict, Blinken quoted President Biden, affirming that the United States is “all in” when it comes to Africa
Cameroon initiates first-ever malaria vaccine campaign
Initiative aims to combat malaria in Central African nation grappling with rising number of cases
Ethiopia denies annexation, highlights shared destiny with Somaliland
National Security Adviser rejects annexation claims, emphasizing Ethiopia’s commitment to regional peace and partnership.
Libyan oil resumes after protester-NOC agreement
Libya’s largest oilfield, Sharara, restarts production after resolving a fuel protest standoff. Details on the agreement brokered by the Libyan National Army.
Senegal’s council bars opposition leaders from presidential race
Controversy in Senegal’s presidential race as key opposition figures barred, raising questions about the electoral process.
Sisi warns against threats to Somalia in Ethiopia-Somaliland maritime dispute
Egypt firmly rejects Ethiopia-Somaliland agreement, emphasizing the protection of Somalia’s sovereignty.
UN chief urges dialogue to solve Ethiopia-Somaliland maritime dispute
Tensions in the Horn of Africa escalated following Ethiopia’s landlocked deal with Somaliland on January 1, granting Ethiopia coveted access to the sea
Nigerian sisters rescued following public outcry
Tragically, the attackers took the life of one sister, 21-year-old Nabeeha Al-Kadriyar, when the ransom deadline lapsed
Mayor launches free Turkey-backed tech school in Mogadishu
Turkish-backed technical school launched in Mogadishu, providing underprivileged youth with free education opportunities.
Sub-Saharan Africa unprecedented challenges amid debt challenges
Unravel the interconnected challenges of sub-Saharan Africa’s debt crisis, urging global cooperation for a solution.
Nigeria’s oil spill agency probes Shell pipeline leak
The leak occurred in the Obolo-Ogale pipeline situated in southern Rivers State, which supplies the 180,000 barrel-per-day Trans Niger line
Felix Tshisekedi sworn in for second term as DR Congo president
60-year-old vows to safeguard national unity, respect human rights
The Language of talking drums in West African culture
What sets talking drums apart is their remarkable ability to mimic the tonal patterns of speech
Comoros opposition takes president’s 5th term to supreme court
Elections on Jan. 14 were not free, fair, or transparent, with numerous instances of electoral fraud, says petitioner Orange Party leader Daoudou Abdallah Mohamed
Outcry in Nigeria over kidnapping of five sisters near Abuja
The abduction occurred at the beginning of the year when armed assailants forcefully entered the sisters’ residence, located just 15 miles from Abuja city center
Chad arrests 80 people on suspected insurrection charges
‘M3M movement’ attempted to carry out insurrectional actions on Jan.13, says official.
The Kingdom of Kush’s legacy in the pyramids of Meroe
The Kingdom of Kush, with its capital in Meroe, was a powerful and sophisticated civilization
Burkina Faso military foils alleged coup attempt
Network of ‘military personnel, some retired, some active and civilians conspired’ to destabilize institutions of Burkina Faso, says government spokesperson
Internet shutdown in Comoros amid election protests
The capital’s streets are barricaded, with an undisclosed number of protesters detained. A nightly curfew aims to quell escalating unrest
Nigeria’s former central bank chief faces $6.2 million fraud charges
The charges include allegations that Emefiele misrepresented the secretary to the government of the federation to secure funds for foreign election observer missions
Explosive-laden donkey cart claims life of Kenyan police officer, injures 2
Police say remote explosive detonation system was tied to donkey cart undergoing routine luggage checks at border
