Overloaded boat sinks in DR Congo, leaving 78 dead
A horrific boat accident in DR Congo has left 78 people dead and many more missing.
Over 100 feared dead in Nigeria boat disaster
Hundreds of people are missing after a boat capsized in Nigeria, causing a major humanitarian crisis.
South Africa’s constitutional court to address ramaphosa impeachment
South Africa’s Constitutional Court has agreed to hear a case regarding the impeachment of President Cyril Ramaphosa. This decision follows renewed efforts by opposition parties to revive impeachment proceedings against the president. The court’s review will focus on allegations surrounding Ramaphosa’s involvement in a cash scandal. Opposition parties have accused Ramaphosa of failing to address
Africa CDC warns mpox epidemic ‘not under control’: 800 deaths
The mpox epidemic in Africa continues to worsen, with over 800 deaths reported and over 34,000 cases recorded.
Nollywood surges to global fame
Nollywood has rapidly grown into a $7.2 billion industry, producing an astonishing number of films
Tanzania stops media company’s online platforms for 30 days
The incident follows increased scrutiny of Tanzania’s media freedoms under President Samia Suluhu Hassan
Somali army retakes strategic village from al-Shabaab
We stand united in defeating terrorism, restoring peace, says Defense Ministry
20 civilians killed in ongoing fighting in Ethiopia’s Amhara
Heavy artillery fire and ongoing clashes between government forces and Fano militia in northern Ethiopia have caused significant displacement and casualties.
Burkina Faso, Niger ban French TV show over ‘contrary’ values
The Bachelor series on French broadcaster Canal+ ‘stigmatizing nature for African women, non-protective of youth,’ says Niger’s military administration
Benin president’s right-hand man arrested on coup charges
A businessman and former sports minister in Benin were detained after being accused of bribing the commander of the presidential guard to carry out a coup.
Dozens feared dead as overcrowded boat capsizes in Nigeria
The wooden boat, loaded with nearly 300 people, sank around 8:30 p.m. (1930 GMT)
Outrage as farmer accused of killing women, feeding bodies to pigs
The incident has reignited racial tensions in the country, particularly in rural areas
Taghazout: Where epic surf meets Morocco’s vibrant markets
Taghazout has firmly secured its place as one of the world’s premier surf destinations
45 migrants dead, many missing in Djibouti shipwrecks
UN agency says 2 boats left Yemen with 310 people; search, rescue efforts underway
Google bans African Stream, shuts media group out of workspace
Pan-African media platform accuses Google of censorship following US allegations of Russian influence
Economic struggles fuel anger as Nigeria marks independence
Clashes erupted as demonstrators demanded a better future.
UN reports mass casualties in migrant boat sinking near Djibouti
At least 45 lives were lost, and many others remain missing.
Lawmakers initiate impeachment of Kenya’s deputy president
Tensions between President Ruto and deputy president Gachagua escalate as impeachment looms.
Cameroon cocoa farmers turn to vigilantes, amulets to stop thefts
According to the National Cocoa and Coffee Board, prices have tripled since the 2023/24 season
Africa’s giant snail spreads across the globe
The Giant African Land Snail stands as both an ecological marvel and a global cautionary tale
UN warns Congo rebels earning $300,000 monthly from mining area
The M23 rebel group, reportedly supported by Rwanda, took over the mineral-rich area, which produces essential components for smartphones and computers
Oil-rich islands fuel tension between Gabon and Equatorial Guinea
A decades-old dispute over islands in West Africa has escalated as Gabon and Equatorial Guinea seek a resolution at the ICJ.
DR Congo: Aid group treats record sexual violence victims
Doctors Without Borders reports a surge in sexual violence cases in Congo, with thousands of victims treated in the past year.
UN votes to extend Kenya-led force’s mandate in Haiti
U.N. Security Council supports Kenya-led mission in Haiti, ignoring calls for peacekeeping transformation by Haiti.
