Traditional mass wedding unites hundreds in Ethiopia
Adorned in elegant traditional white attire, the couples exuberantly sang and danced in the streets surrounding the venue prior to the commencement of the ceremony
Kenya’s Ruto in regional trip, eyeing investment boost
President Ruto tackles infrastructure concerns, empowers youth, and attracts foreign investment in Nakuru and Nyandarua.
Namibia objects to Germany’s backing of Israel in genocide case
Namibian Presidency says on Namibian soil, Germany committed the first genocide of the 20th century in 1904-1908 and is ‘yet to fully atone for the genocide’
Africa’s passionate fans ignite stadiums with vibrancy
From Cairo to Cape Town, fans don their team colors with pride
Comoros voters cast ballots to choose new president
Incumbent President Azali Assoumani is seeking a 4th term
Focusing on oil and gas, Libya seeks to rebuild economy
At the Libya Energy and Economic Summit, PM Dbeibeh highlights Libya’s commitment to economic reform and leveraging its energy resources.
UN peacekeepers begin exit from DRC as violence persists
UN troops depart Congo, leaving behind 7 million displaced people and an uncertain security situation in the east.
AFCON marks 67 years of football tradition
The African Cup of Nations stands tall as a testament to the continent’s rich footballing heritage
Two US Navy sailors missing near Somali coast
Personnel recovery operation underway, says US Central Command
Egypt warns of wider conflict as US-UK airstrikes target Houthis
Egypt worries US-UK Yemen strikes may widen conflict, calls for de-escalation.
Nine killed, including women and children, in Somalia minibus explosion
A minibus carrying civilians was bombed in Somalia, leaving nine dead and several injured. Al-Shabab is suspected in the attack.
UN chopper downed, Ukrainians taken by Somali militants
UN Mission in Somalia faces dual threat: helicopter hijacked and mortar attack on compound leaves one dead.
Bouterse, convicted of 15 murders, vanishes following wife’s denial
Suriname in turmoil as Bouterse, sentenced to 20 years, disappears from his home.
President Ruto’s attacks on judges spur protests in Kenya
Ruto’s claims of corrupt judges and threats to bypass court orders spark protests in Nairobi, raising concerns about Kenyan democracy.
Nigeria’s top court delivers final verdict on 2023 elections
Legal challenges over Nigeria’s 2023 governorship elections come to an end, Supreme Court delivers final decisions with consequences for state control.
S Africa’s Zuma, Magashule unite in pre-election, threatening ANC
South Africa’s political scene heats up as Zuma & Magashule announce alliance, promising change and inclusion.
Cameroon violence surges, civilians bear brunt in north — report
Unlawful killings, school attacks mark Cameroon’s year of escalating violence, despite government claims of progress.
Turkish court releases Somali leader’s son in deadly accident
Turkish court lifted the arrest warrant for the son of Somalia’s president after he appeared in court for a fatal car accident involving a diplomatic vehicle he was driving.
Griots: Africa’s living archives, storytelling through generations
In the heart of Africa, the ancient tradition of storytelling takes on a profound significance as Griots
IGAD leaders meet to address Ethiopia-Somalia dispute, Sudan conflict
‘Extraordinary’ summit of heads of state of Intergovernmental Authority on Development to convene on Jan. 18
Ethiopian political parties rally behind Somaliland sea access agreement
Ethiopian Political Parties Joint Council urges gov’t, political parties, and public to play positive role in implementing deal
Burundi closes border with Rwanda amid growing tensions
The president had accused Rwanda of harboring and training the Red Tabara rebel group
South African president proud of legal team in Israel genocide case
International Court of Justice hears South Africa’s arguments in case, will hear Israel’s response on Friday
China supports Somalia in dispute with Ethiopia over port deal
Ethiopia signed sea access deal with Somalia’s breakaway region of Somaliland, triggering rejection from Mogadishu
