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.

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