Two Israelis face charges for assaulting hotel staff in Egypt
Egyptian authorities have detained two Israeli citizens for assaulting hotel workers in Taba.
African leaders in Beijing as China seeks to expand exports
China will push African nations at an upcoming summit to increase imports of its goods, especially green technologies, before Western export restrictions take effect.
Smart cities network drives Africa’s urban transformation
Africa is poised to lead the way in building the cities of the future—cities that are smart, resilient, and capable
Hounded beauty queen wins miss universe nigeria
A former Miss South Africa contestant, who withdrew from the competition amidst xenophobic attacks, has found triumph in Nigeria.
Heavy rains and flooding kill 20 in Niger
Over last 3 months, flooding across country has displaced over 353,000, latest data shows
Rwanda’s president retires over 1,000 soldiers from military
Move follows sacking of more than 200 soldiers due to ‘gross misconduct’
Three Arab Israelis, two Egyptians injured in Taba hotel brawl
The incident reportedly began when an Arab Israeli tourist verbally insulted an Egyptian hotel employee
Whale watching in South Africa: Hermanus a global hotspot
Hermanus is often referred to as the ‘Whale Watching Capital of the World’
Germany ends military presence in coup-ridden Niger
Germany’s military presence in Niger has come to an end as the country’s junta-run government refused to extend the agreement allowing German troops to operate there.
UN releases emergency funds for humanitarian needs in Africa
The UN has allocated $100 million to address humanitarian crises in 10 countries, mostly African nations.
Russian paramilitary unit withdraws from Burkina Faso
Ukraine’s cross-border attack has forced Russia to recall its mercenaries from Burkina Faso, disrupting their operations in the West African country.
Migrants stranded in Tunisian desert without food or water
A Tunisian rights group has rescued 28 migrants stranded in the desert near the Tunisian-Algerian border without food or water.
DR Congo sect members demand answers for deadly raid
Survivors of a deadly massacre in the Democratic Republic of Congo are demanding justice for the loss of loved ones, a year after elite troops attacked a religious sect.
Mpox vaccine procurement to begin for DR Congo
The WHO is working to procure mpox vaccines for the DRC as cases continue to rise.
Kenya civil commission calls Ruto ‘liar’ over police abductions
President Ruto’s denial of police abductions during anti-government protests is condemned by the Kenya Human Rights Commission.
Senegal’s pink Lake Retba: A natural marvel
Lake Retba stands out as one of the world’s most extraordinary natural wonders
South African lion breeders face uncertain future after government ban
South Africa is home to over 8,000 captive lions, the largest such population in the world
Al Qaeda affiliate claims Burkina Faso attack, denies civilian targeting
Videos reportedly filmed by the militants and circulated on social media show dozens of bodies, mostly in civilian attire, lying in trenches
Libya central bank governor and bankers flee amid militia threats: FT
The ongoing struggle for control of the Central Bank of Libya adds another layer of instability to the country, a significant oil producer that remains divided between eastern and western factions
Mali road crash leaves 14 dead, 29 injured
The poor condition of roads and vehicles in the country contributes to the high rate of road accidents.
Floods ravage Nigeria, killing 179 and displacing thousands
The devastating floods in Nigeria have caused widespread damage to infrastructure, agriculture, and livelihoods.
Nigeria and Niger sign security deal amid post-coup tensions
The agreement, formalized through a memorandum of understanding by the defense chiefs of both nations in Niamey
Four Nigerians sentenced in UK for forging 2,000 marriage documents
According to the UK Home Office, the group was part of an organized crime network that operated for more than two years, from March 2019 to May 2023
Ngwenya Glass: Eco-friendly excellence
The Ngwenya Glass Factory has made a name for itself by producing exquisite glassware
