Zambia seeks UN aid to address food shortages amid climate change impact
President Hakainde Hichilema expressed Zambia’s worries about the imminent risk to its food self-sufficiency while conversing with FAO Director General Qu Dongyu in the capital city of Rome, Italy
Kenya’s president affirms readiness to privatize 35 state companies
The revised privatisation bill, signed into law by his government last month, facilitates the easier transfer of state enterprises to private entities
Northern Ethiopia faces deadly toll from drought-triggered hunger
In the adjacent Amhara region’s Wag Hemra area, at least six people and 4,000 cattle succumbed due to food shortages stemming from the drought
South Africa’s Julius Malema, 5 EFF MP’s suspended from parliament
The EFF MPs declined to take part in the hearings against them on Monday after the committee rejected their request for a postponement
China’s impactful investment in African infrastructure sparks debates
In recent years, China has emerged as a substantial investor in Africa
Truck overloaded with passengers crashes in Nigeria killing at least 25
Several of the over 200 passengers who survived the accident suffered severe injuries
DR Congo and UN seal agreement on withdrawal plan for peacekeepers
Monusco stands as among the largest and most expensive UN peacekeeping missions globally, operating on an annual budget of approximately $1 billion
Moroccon public figures demand govt scrap ties with Israel
Move comes in support of Palestinian people as they endure Israeli attacks on Gaza
ECOWAS parliament pushes for removal of sanctions on Niger
Leaders of West African bloc should consider humanitarian, political situation in Niger, Nigerian Senate chief says
Congo declares day of mourning following fatal stampede
Congolese government spokesman Thierry Moungala reported that 31 individuals had lost their lives, with 145 others sustaining injuries
Baboon kidnapping thwarted by crafty Zimbabwean mother
Ms. Moyo’s son incurred minor injuries but is anticipated to fully recuperate at Gwanda Provincial Hospital
Ex-Joburg mayor comes out gun blazing to defend Hamas views
According to certain X users, the image, coupled with the wording in the caption, is perceived as promoting animosity and instigating aggression
Turkish aid agency installs greenhouses in Somalia
Agricultural equipment, fertilizer, pesticides, machinery for seeding, harvesting also provided
Court grants bail to former Nigerian Central Bank chief accused of fraud
The judge instructed Emefiele to submit his travel documents to the court and stay within Abuja during the ongoing proceedings of the case against him
State of emergency declared in Zimbabwe’s Harare due to cholera outbreak
At least 12 people have died in Harare
Mali opens investigation into mass graves discovered in Kidal
‘Seriousness of facts revealed, likely to constitute offences presumed to be acts of terrorism, human rights violations’ public prosecutor says
DR Congo vows to arrest, prosecute soldiers engaged with FDLR militia
DR Congo’s military says all soldiers, irrespective of their rank, are unequivocally prohibited from establishing any form of contact with the FDLR
Italian president welcomes Zambian counterpart in Rome
Leaders agree on deepening bilateral relations between 2 nations
African nations confront challenges of colonial-era borders
The colonial powers, during 1884-1885, carved up the African continent
Even if S Africa approves parole, Pistorus’ release awaits
Despite the parole board’s favorable recommendation, Pistorius’ release from prison is not guaranteed. Legal experts suggest that various factors could prolong his incarceration, including potential appeals and administrative processes.
Togo opposition alleges irregularities in electoral register
The opposition in Togo has disputed an electoral register validated by an international organization last week, saying it still fears fraud in the next legislative elections.
Russia’s ‘Africa Corps’ aims to undermine US influence in re...
Russia’s deployment of military personnel to various African nations under the guise of the ‘Africa Corps’ has raised concerns about its intentions in the region. While the stated purpose of the corps is to provide training and support to African militaries, there is growing suspicion that Russia aims to undermine US influence and establish itself as a dominant power in Africa.
Attack on market by gunmen kills nine people in Western Cameroon
None of the separatist groups have claimed responsibility for the attack
South Africa accuses Israel of committing war crimes and genocide
Conflict intensified in Gaza following deadly cross-border raids by Hamas gunmen, resulting in approximately 1,200 casualties, primarily civilians
