Mount Nyiragongo: Africa’s fiery giant in focus

Experts studying the Great Rift Valley note that tectonic forces here are slowly splitting the African continent

South African police evict 540 illegal miners from abandoned shaft

The standoff began earlier this week, and by Saturday, 225 miners had surfaced

Death toll in Libya’s mass grave surpasses 70

As the excavation of a mass grave in Libya continues, the number of victims from the 2011 conflict has risen to 73, highlighting the brutality of the era.

Malawi camp hosts world’s only music festival

Tumaini Festival, a unique event held in Malawi’s Dzaleka Refugee Camp, showcases the power of music and art to unite people from diverse backgrounds.

Mauritius’ stunning underwater waterfall illusion amazes tourists

The underwater waterfall illusion has gained widespread attention through social media and travel blogs

Mpox outbreak in DR Congo shows signs of slowing

The World Health Organization reports a decrease in weekly mpox cases in Congo, but experts emphasize the urgent need for increased vaccination efforts to prevent future outbreaks.

Lightning strike kills 14 at Ugandan refugee camp

Local officials said all those who lost their lives were children

Chad rejects accusations of civilian deaths in terror fight

Amidst accusations of civilian casualties in a recent Chadian airstrike in Nigeria, the government has denied any wrongdoing.

Junta leader Doumbouya elevates status in Guinea’s armed forces

Guinea’s military leader Mamadi Doumbouya has self-promoted to general amid ongoing unrest and his refusal to cede power, while many opposition leaders face detention and exile.

Outrage in Nigeria as young protesters collapse in court

The young men, among 76 defendants brought before the court in Abuja, were arrested during widespread protests in August

West Africa’s Jollof rice rivalry heats up

Jollof rice, in all its forms, is a beloved dish that brings people together—whether to compete or celebrate

Algeria commemorates 70 years of freedom France

Algeria paid tribute to the martyrs of its independence war with a massive military parade on the 70th anniversary of the war’s launch.

WHO: Mpox vaccination drive underway in Africa

Over 50,000 people have been vaccinated against mpox in the DRC and Rwanda as the disease continues to spread across Africa.

South Africa dismiss charges against former minister

With corruption charges against him now dropped, Zizi Kodwa has signaled his readiness to take on new responsibilities within the ANC.

Minors among dozens charged with treason in Nigeria protests

Nigeria has charged 76 individuals, including minors, with treason for participating in protests against economic hardship and insecurity.

Ethiopia reclaims cultural heritage from UK

A shield looted from Ethiopia during the 1868 Magdala War has been returned to its homeland after 156 years.

Nigeria’s Bobrisky re-arrested at Lagos Airport amid legal woes

The arrest comes only days after he was released on bail and follows a series of recent legal issues

DRC military rescues 118 hostages from ADF rebels

Democratic Republic of Congo’s military has successfully freed 118 hostages, including women and children, from the notorious ADF in Ituri province.

Africa’s tech boom led by youthful innovation

Africa’s tech ecosystem has exploded, with young entrepreneurs launching various ventures

Moroccan activist on trial over France espionage claims

Abdelmoumni was taken into custody on Wednesday for police questioning and was released on Friday

Nigeria’s hunger crisis deepens, 33M at risk

The report, released Friday, highlights the severe economic challenges in Africa’s most populous country

Botswana Democratic Party loses power for first time in 58 years

Voters in Botswana have ousted the long-ruling Botswana Democratic Party, granting power to the opposition Umbrella for Democratic Change.

Morocco arrests rights defender for social media post

Moroccan authorities have arrested renowned human rights activist Fouad Abdelmoumni following his criticism of French President Macron’s visit to Morocco.

Kenya court allows swearing-in of new deputy president Kindiki

Kenya’s High Court allows the appointment of Kithure Kindiki as deputy president after resolving legal disputes involving his predecessor Rigathi Gachagua.

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