Algeria conducts second evacuation from Lebanon
Algeria successfully evacuated 306 of its citizens from Lebanon, where ongoing Israeli attacks have escalated tensions.
South Africa cop indicted for murders, insurance motive
A South African policewoman is accused of murdering six people for insurance payouts totaling 10 million rand.
Kenya to boost police presence in Haiti after new gang violence
So far, around 2,900 troops from at least 10 nations have been pledged for the U.N.-backed mission, which launched in June
Gold, salt, and ivory: Trade routes that connected African empires
The trans-Saharan routes, spanning from West Africa to North Africa and the Mediterranean, were crucial
Nigerian police rescue six kidnapped Supersport crew members
The team had been traveling from Lagos when the incident occurred
DRC begins appeal process for 37 convicted in failed coup
A total of 51 people went on trial in September in the DRC over the alleged May coup attempt.
Africa CDC warns of rising mpox deaths
Mpox cases continue to increase in Africa, with Ghana and Zambia reporting new outbreaks.
Cameroon bans media from discussing president Biya’s health
Amid growing rumors about President Paul Biya’s health, Cameroon’s government has prohibited media coverage.
Horn of Africa leaders meet amid rising tensions
In a critical three-way summit, Egypt, Eritrea and Somalia leaders focus on stability and cooperation amidst rising tensions in the Horn of Africa region.
Zambia confirms first case of mpox, variant still unidentified
In August, the World Health Organization declared mpox a global public health emergency for the second time in two years
Life in Dallol: Ethiopia’s scorching desert town
This arid desert region is marked by vast salt flats, active geothermal areas, and sulfur springs
Nigeria’s NNPC raises fuel prices amid end to subsidies
At NNPC fuel stations in Lagos, gasoline prices jumped to 998 naira per litre ($0.63) from 858 naira, while in Abuja, prices surged to 1,030 naira from 950 naira per litre
Congo holds mass burial for ferry accident victims
Number of casualties remains unclear, with many missing in Lake Kivu
Floods worsen in Chad as river levels surge
As floods continue to ravage Chad, the Logone river has surged to its highest level in decades, posing a serious threat to the capital, N’Djamena.
Ivory Coast opposition claims illegal arrests by government
Gbagbo’s party in Ivory Coast accuses Ouattara’s government of illegal arrests, claiming political repression ahead of the 2025 election.
Protests force Ghana to address illegal mining crisis
Ghana’s government has intensified its efforts to combat illegal mining, known as “galamsey,” which poses a serious threat to the country’s environment.
Impeachment hearings for Kenya’s Gachagua begin in senate
The Senate will officially begin impeachment hearings for Deputy President Gachagua next week following a decisive vote in the National Assembly.
Uganda celebrates 62 years of independence
President Yoweri Museveni said Uganda on track to advance
Congo accuses Rwanda of hindering peace talks to end M23 conflict
The Tutsi-led M23 group has been engaged in an insurgency in eastern Congo since 2022
Africa: A continent larger than major nations combined
Africa, known for its rich diversity, holds another impressive title—it’s the world’s second-largest continent
Nigerian town celebrates after killing ‘killer hippo’
The Kebbi state government authorized the hunt to ensure the safety of those living near the River Niger
UN raises alarm over violence in DRC
The UN human rights chief reports nearly one million displacements in the DRC this year due to violence and exploitation.
Mali seeks $500M from Barrick Gold in taxes and fines
Malian authorities previously detained four local Barrick employees as part of their efforts to enforce compliance
Aid workers face violence in Ethiopia as UN weighs relief halt
UN is considering suspending relief operations in Ethiopia’s Amhara region amid escalating violence against aid workers in 2024.
