Morocco arrests Portuguese fugitive after prison escape

A Portuguese inmate who escaped from a high-security prison near Lisbon has been recaptured in Morocco, while four others remain at large.

Ethiopia replaces first female president amid tensions with PM

Sahle-Work, appointed in 2018 with strong support from Abiy, was seen as a milestone for gender equality

Ethiopia embraces electric vehicles, leading Africa

Ethiopia has become a pioneer in electric vehicle adoption, banning the import of gas-powered cars and offering significant tax incentives to promote EVs.

Six security guards shot dead near South African school

The attack took place near a school in Tina Falls, just weeks after another deadly incident in the country.

Ivory Coast seizes 33 trucks smuggling cocoa beans

The rise in cocoa smuggling comes as both Ghana and Ivory Coast, the world’s top cocoa producers, face poor harvests

Nigeria boat capsize death toll climbs to 70

Boat, carrying around 300 people returning from a funeral, capsized in Gbajibo River on Oct.1

Constantine: Algeria’s stunning city of bridges

Constantine continues to draw tourists, architects, and historians alike

Tunisia’s Saied takes lead in election exit poll

Amid celebrations in Tunis for Kais Saied’s projected election win, voter turnout was just 27.7%, and opponents criticized the exit poll, arguing real results could differ.

Rwanda launches vaccination drive to combat Marburg virus

East Africa is facing a Marburg virus crisis, with Rwanda leading the charge in vaccination efforts to contain the outbreak and save lives.

Ethiopia faces Somalia’s accusations of arms smuggling

Somalia accused Ethiopia of illegally supplying arms to the Puntland region, raising tensions between the two countries.

Elections in Mozambique stir emotions amid Frelimo’s dominance

Frelimo’s dominance is evident in Maputo as Mozambique’s elections approach, sparking both emotion and skepticism among residents.

Exploring ancient Nubia’s craft of natural ink-making

Nubian ink-making reflects a remarkable aspect of the civilization’s ingenuity

Rwanda launches Marburg vaccination campaign

The campaign is prioritizing healthcare workers in high-risk areas, such as treatment centers, hospitals, and ICUs, as well as close contacts of confirmed cases

Tunisia begins voting in crucial presidential election

Over 9.7 million registered voters head to polls to choose next president

Cholera outbreak hits northeastern Nigeria amid flooding

The devastating impact of floods in northeastern Nigeria has been compounded by a cholera outbreak, posing a serious public health threat to the region.

Vongolese minister refuses to sign M23 conflict agreement

Congolese minister refuses to adopt agreement with Rwanda on neutralizing FDLR and lifting defense measures

Congo tackles mpox with vaccination campaign

Congo has launched its first mpox vaccination campaign to address a growing outbreak in the country and limit its spread to other African nations.

Exploring Botswana’s Okavango Delta by air

An aerial safari over the Okavango Delta offers a thrilling adventure and an appreciation of Botswana

Rwanda: Congo refused deal to ease M23 conflict, says minister

The M23 insurgency, led by the Tutsi group, has been a source of tension in the region

Ethiopia clashes with Fano militia as violence escalates in Amhara

Recent reports indicate the Ethiopian army’s deployment in Amhara state has intensified, with the Fano militia engaging in conflict

Nigeria boat tragedy: Death toll rises to 42 days after disaster

Over 150 people rescued since start of search operation after overloaded boat capsized in north-central Niger State on Oct 1, says official

WHO agency greenlights new mpox testing tool

The Alinity m MPXV assay will help expand testing capacity and control the spread of the virus.

About 60% of Tigray students drop out amid Ethiopia war

Ethiopia’s Tigray region is facing an education crisis as many students are unable to return to school due to economic hardship and displacement caused by the war.

Opposition calls for boycott ahead of Tunisia presidential vote

Kais Saied seeks reelection in Tunisia amid allegations of political repression and a boycott by opposition parties, raising concerns about the fairness of the electoral process.

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