Ghana meets for $5.4 billion restructuring
IMF approval for Ghana’s bailout hinges on reaching agreement with creditors.
DRC churches demand election inquiry over irregularities
Powerful Congolese churches demand investigation into Tshisekedi’s disputed re-election.
Somalia: Armed people board Liberia-flagged bulk carrier
A Liberia-flagged bulk carrier en route to Bahrain was reportedly boarded by five to six armed individuals southeast of Eyl, Somalia, raising concerns about potential piracy.
Tunisian anti-terrorism unit detains Al Jazeera reporter
The arrest of Al Jazeera’s Samir Sassi in Tunisia amplifies concerns over diminishing press freedom.
Turkey raises concerns over Ethiopia-Somaliland deal
Turkish Foreign Ministry criticizes Ethiopia’s Somaliland port deal, backing Somali government’s stance on territorial integrity and urging dialogue.
OIC stands by Somalia following Ethiopia-Somaliland port agreement
57-member organization urges need to respect Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity
Africa’s tech-driven agricultural revolution
Agri-tech has been a driving force in revolutionizing farming practices in Africa
Outcry in Kenya erupts following Ruto’s critique of judiciary
Ruto’s recent remarks, questioning the integrity of the judiciary, have sparked condemnation, particularly from Chief Justice Martha Koome
Nigeria expands crackdown to restrict degrees from Kenya, Uganda
This crackdown is a response to concerns about counterfeit qualifications from foreign degree mills
Ugandan LGBTQ advocate attacked and injured in knife assault
Despite attempting to defend himself, Kabuye sustained wounds on his hand and stomach before being left by the assailants
Sierra Leone charges former president with treason
Ernest Bai Koroma charged with 4 counts in connection with last year’s coup attempt
African scholars’ forgotten scientific triumphs resurface
Ancient African societies have emerged as pioneers in the domains of science and mathematics
Ugandan military helicopter gunship crashes into a house
The helicopter crashed on Tuesday near the border adjoining the Democratic Republic of Congo
Ugandan pastor Aloysius Bugingo survives assassination attempt
The assailants targeted Bugingo’s vehicle while he was en route to his residence in the Namungoona area on Tuesday night
Egypt vows backing for Somalia amidst conflict with Ethiopia
Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi pledged unequivocal support for Somalia in a phone call with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud
Morocco intercepts 1.4 tonnes of cocaine hidden in shipping container
Morocco has gained notoriety as a crucial trafficking route for smuggling narcotics from South America to Europe
Sierra Leone indicts 12 for suspected role in coup bid
Among those indicted stands Amadu Koita, identified by the government as a key figure in orchestrating the attempted coup
5.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Azilal region in Morocco
Aftershocks continue to rattle northern Morocco following a powerful earthquake in September.
Traditional African authorities: Shaping local governance and politics
Across various African nations, traditional authorities wield substantial influence
Basdeo Panday, who broke barriers as Trinidad and Tobago’s first PM, dies
Basdeo Panday, who made history as Trinidad and Tobago’s first prime minister of Indian descent, has died at 90.
French presence in Niger winds down as embassy closes
French officials cite obstructions and a blockade as reasons for the embassy’s closure.
Rising fuel costs loom as Cameroon addresses subsidy burden
Cameroon’s fuel subsidy dilemma highlights challenges of balancing economic priorities.
Zambia: Cholera outbreak tops 4,000 cases, urgent response needed
Zambia grapples with widespread cholera outbreak, over 4,000 cases reported, response efforts underway.
Suspects face Kenyan court for alleged murder of Ugandan athlete
The suspects, identified as David Ekhai Lokere, also known as Timo, aged 25, and Peter Ushuru Khalumi, aged 30, were apprehended on Monday
