Uganda hands rebel commander 40-year sentence for war crimes
In August, Kwoyelo was convicted of multiple war crimes, including murder, rape, enslavement, torture, and kidnapping
Africa’s smart cities marry innovation with culture
By spearheading smart city projects, Africa is setting an example for the world
Cameroon outraged by video of singer Longue Longue’s torture
In the video, Longue Longue is handcuffed, seated on the ground in his underwear, while his feet are reportedly struck with a flat machete
Tshisekedi works for DR Congo’s constitutional revisions
Democratic Republic of Congo president Felix Tshisekedi has proposed a commission to review the 2005 constitution, aiming to align it with current realities.
Niger mourns loss of Hama Amadou, resilient leader
Hama Amadou, Niger’s former prime minister, dies at age 74 in Niamey hospital after long illness and political challenges.
Little-known Chapo becomes Mozambique’s new president
Daniel Chapo, a former provincial governor with little prior national experience, has won the presidency of Mozambique, marking a significant shift in the political landscape.
Helicopter crash kills three in Nigeria, SAR op underway
A helicopter carrying eight people, including three crew members, crashed near a Nigerian oil platform, resulting in at least three fatalities.
WHO reports surge in polio Cases in Africa
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a concerning resurgence of polio in Africa, with 134 new cases detected in seven countries.
Tunisian lawyer jailed for calling country ‘racist’
The charges stem from remarks Dahmani made earlier this year during a radio appearance, where she referred to Tunisia as a “racist country”
Malian playwright Ouedraogo breaks taboo with ‘Queen’
“Reine” is a poignant exploration of the culture of silence surrounding rape in Mali.
Zambian president pardons 850+ prisoners on 60th independence
President Hakainde Hichilema places wreaths at grave of Zambian and African liberation icon Kenneth Kaunda, as well as in honor of fallen heroes at Freedom statue in Lusaka
Ramaphosa calls for peaceful conflict resolution at BRICS summit
‘We cannot allow conflicts to continue in perpetuity, we need to find paths to peace,’ said Cyril Ramaphosa
Burkina Faso militants use Ghana as base, sparking conflict fears
The porous 600-kilometer border Ghana shares with Burkina Faso has become a gateway for militants from groups like JNIM, an al-Qaeda affiliate
Somalia’s security cameras target al Shabaab, but threats continue
Officials report the CCTV system has helped track militant activity and ensure security forces are fulfilling their duties
Safeguarding African heritage through digitization
As more heritage is digitized, the contributions of African civilizations will be safeguarded
Fresh violence in DR Congo: M23 rebels seize strategic town
The M23 rebels have broken the ceasefire and retaken control of Kalembe, a strategic town in eastern DRC.
Nigeria’s Tinubu reshuffles cabinet, fires five ministers
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu reshuffled his cabinet by firing five ministers and appointing seven new ones amid growing economic hardship and public frustration.
Military court rules against 16 Ugandan opposition members
The charges include illegal possession of explosives and “treachery.”
African social media amplifies BRICS, rejects West
West African social media is increasingly promoting BRICS and non-Western alliances, focusing on pro-Russian and pro-Chinese narratives while advocating for a multipolar world order.
Ramaphosa: UN court emphasizes global duty to stop genocide by Israel
Speaking at BRICS summit in Russia, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa reiterates calls for reform at UN Security Council
Nigeria secures $618M loan for military aircraft and ammunition
Earlier this month, the air force revealed plans to acquire 24 M-346 combat jets and 10 AW109 Trekker helicopters as part of its fleet modernization initiative
Drone strike in Mali kills 8, including children: Tuareg rebels
Mali’s armed forces have yet to comment on the incident
Zimbabwe court grants seizure of Al Jazeera assets in $2M suit
Mehluli Dube claims he lost his job after outlet aired Gold Mafia documentary — expose about illicit gold trading, smuggling in Zimbabwe
Nigeria tanker explosion death toll rises to 181
Accident occurred when a petrol-laden truck exploded on Oct. 15
