Guinea’s ex-junta leader Camara broken out of prison – minister
He was liberated alongside three other senior officers by heavily armed individuals
South Africa to seek extension of duty-free access to US markets
President Cyril Ramaphosa says AGOA cornerstone of US-Africa commercial relationship for more than 2 decades
The seventh most populous country in the world
As of 2023, Nigeria’s population has surged to over 220 million people
Report: Mozambique loses $70M each year due to illegal fishing
‘Illegal fishing deserves deep reflection on our part,’ says official
Nigeria’s Parliament rejects presidential yacht purchase plan
Nigerians had condemned the proposal as extravagant spending amid an economic crisis
Uganda reports capture of militant responsible for school massacre
On Thursday, the military disclosed that it had captured the leader of a unit within the notorious Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) militia
Nigerian radio host introduces native language to sports commentary
She launched her sports program in 2019 on Splash FM, a renowned radio station in the southwestern city of Ibadan with over 3 million listeners
Morocco criticizes global ‘inaction’ regarding Gaza
Rabat expressed regret over the “inaction” of the international community and the perceived neglect of the United Nations Security Council in fulfilling its responsibilities
Exploring the remarkable geographic diversity of Africa
Africa, the world’s second-largest continent, is a land of staggering geographic diversity
Islamist armed groups and military accused of targeting civilians in Mali
The Al-Qaeda-linked Support Group for Islam and Muslims (GSIM) has been identified as responsible for the fatalities of at least 135 civilians in two separate attacks
Libya waives entry visas for some groups from Egypt, Turkey
“in accordance with the principle of reciprocity”
Tunisian lawmakers mull legislation to criminalize normalization with Israel
The draft bill specifies “normalization” as encompassing the “recognition of the Zionist entity or the establishment of direct or indirect ties” with it, with such actions deemed as “high treason”
Uganda to lock exclusive petroleum deal with Bahraini company
Uganda’s exclusive oil deal
Tunisian president says prison break was smuggling not escape
Tunisian president said that the escape of 5 prisoners convicted of “terrorism” was a well-planned operation
AU chief encourages Ethiopia to maintain peace in Tigray region
On 1st anniversary of peace deal, Faki Mahamat calls for collective efforts for peace in Tigray region, entire Horn of Africa
Yilport acquires majority ownership in operator of Ghana’s Takoradi Port
AFC did not reveal the financial terms of the transaction, but they stated that they have successfully divested their $138 million investment in Atlantic Terminal Services Limited with a double-digit return
Uganda apprehends militia leader suspected in tourist murders
On October 17, a British national and a South African were tragically killed, along with their guide, in an attack while they were on a safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Egypt to help in evacuating about 7,000 foreign nationals from Gaza
After weeks of intense conflict between Israel and Palestinian militants, the Rafah border crossing finally reopened on Wednesday, allowing people to leave Gaza for the first time
Trade relations flourish between Africa and Palestinian territories
Trade between African countries and the Palestinian territories has been a two-way street
Suspected Boko Haram attack kills at least 40 in Nigeria
The assault occurred around 8:30 p.m. (1930 GMT) on Monday, taking place in Gurokayeya village within the Gaidam local government of Yobe State
Ethiopia prepares for 5th filling of GERD
Ethiopia’s move to prepare for the 5th filling comes after the conclusion of three negotiation rounds regarding the dam
Gambian court sentences soldier to 12 years in prison for coup plot
According to a verdict seen by media on Wednesday, the court has determined lance corporal Sanna Fadera guilty of treason. This decision was made on Tuesday
Uganda says rebels that murdered honeymooning tourists killed by army
A day after the ambush, Islamic State claimed responsibility on its Telegram channel
UK’s King Charles says ‘no excuse’ for colonial abuses in Ke...
There can be “no excuse” for the atrocities committed against Kenyans during British colonial rule, King Charles III said