Student group dissolved after violence in Ivory Coast
A powerful student union in Ivory Coast has been dissolved after two students were killed in violence allegedly linked to the group.
Gold and skill: The wealth of Wagadou
The Kingdom of Wagadou is celebrated as a symbol of West African ingenuity and prosperity
Mpox deaths exceed 1,000 as cases spread to 18 African nations
Central African region accounts for 86.4% of 42,438 mpox cases reported, says Africa CDC
Clashes between Ethiopia and rebels threaten Sudanese refugees
Human Rights Watch urges Ethiopian government to scale up protection for refugees
France releases African activist Kemi Seba without charges
Pan-African activist Kemi Seba was arrested in France on suspicion of foreign interference but was released without charges two days later.
U.N. envoy proposes partition of Western Sahara to resolve dispute
Morocco has long pushed for autonomy under its sovereignty, while the Polisario Front continues to demand a referendum on independence
Niger renames French streets and monuments to honor local heroes
As part of its reappraisal of colonial history, Niger replaced the name of a French general and a colonial officer on significant monuments
Nigeria launches Oxford R21 malaria vaccine to combat deadly disease
The country’s medicines regulator provisionally approved the vaccine in April last year
Dutch plan to send asylum seekers to Uganda
The Netherlands is considering sending rejected asylum seekers to Uganda as part of its efforts to reduce immigration.
Kenya seeks $1.5B UAE loan amid IMF delay, tax protests
Kenya explores $1.5 billion loan with the UAE to address economic challenges and diversify financial sources.
Millions displaced in Congo face mental health issues
People displaced by the fighting are struggling with anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Frelimo leads Mozambique election as opposition alleges fraud
Daniel Chapo, is the frontrunner in a race where the party, in power since 1975, has faced longstanding allegations of electoral manipulation
Kenya relocates elephants to address growing human-wildlife conflict
Kenyan authorities are expected to soon complete the transfer of dozens of elephants in the Mwea National Reserve to Aberdare National Park to protect humans and wildlife from escalating conflict as the tusker population booms
Fuel scarcity leads to fatal explosion in Nigeria, kills 147
A fuel tanker explosion in northern Nigeria turned into a horrifying tragedy as desperate residents sought to collect fuel from the overturned vehicle.
Foreign direct investment booms in Africa
Investments are primarily directed toward critical sectors like infrastructure and energy
Kenyan court declines to halt senate vote on Gachagua’s removal
Kenya’s Senate will proceed with Deputy President Gachagua’s impeachment vote despite failed legal challenges aimed at stopping the process.
Ancient Egypt comes to life in new museum’s 12 halls
The Grand Egyptian Museum opens 12 halls, offering visitors a glimpse into ancient Egyptian civilization.
Kenya gets rice aid from South Korea for refugees
The WFP in Kenya is grateful for South Korea’s generous contribution of rice, which will make a tangible difference in the lives of thousands of people in need.
Lagos tribute concert for Fela Kuti
The annual Felebration in Lagos, Nigeria, celebrates the life and legacy of Fela Kuti, the pioneer of Afrobeat and a staunch critic of the Nigerian government.
Kemi Seba, controversial activist, apprehended in Paris
A controversial figure in French politics, Kemi Seba, has been arrested in Paris. Seba has been accused of anti-Semitism and has publicly praised Russian President Vladimir Putin.
UN warns of ‘human catastrophe’ in drought-hit southern Africa
A severe drought caused by El Niño has devastated southern Africa, leading to widespread hunger and malnutrition.
Kenya relocates 50 elephants to ease overcrowding in Mwea Reserve
The relocation is expected to conclude by Wednesday
Ivory Coast targets student federation accused of violence
Authorities arrest student federation members in Ivory Coast amid murder investigation related to campus violence.
Nigerian company races to restore power after power grid collapse
Power generation dropped to zero, but by Tuesday morning, some plants in the capital, Abuja, and parts of the commercial city had begun to come back online