Failed ‘coup plotters’ go on trial in DR Congo
The trial of 51 individuals, including three Americans, accused of attempting to overthrow the president of thee Democratic Republic of…
What big business wants for South Africa’s future
A leading figure in South Africa’s second biggest political party has warned that a failure to fix the economy “might…
Why Kenya’s president wants people to love the taxman
Kenyans are learning the truth of the old adage that taxes – along with death – are the only two…
Uganda hit by nationwide blackout for several hours, grid operator says
Uganda suffered a rare nationwide electricity blackout for several hours on Friday, its state-run power grid operator said, adding that…
South Africa’s ANC will seek to form government of national unity
South Africa’s African National Congress will invite other political parties to form a national unity government, its leader President Cyril…
Zimbabwe’s Mnangagwa hails Russia’s Putin as ‘my dear friend’ and ally
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Friday cast President Vladimir Putin as “my dear brother” and said Russia was a consistent…
Despite fears in Europe, no migrant surge after Niger junta scrapped ban
At the bus station in Agadez, a town in northern Niger that serves as a gateway to the Sahara, a…
No agreement in Africa on proposed merging of economic groups
Presidents and finance ministers from eleven central African countries have failed to agree on merging three economic blocs. Analysts say…
Unity government is S Africa’s best option – Ramaphosa
South Africa’s African National Congress (ANC) will invite other political parties to form a government of national unity, its leader…
Sudan war: Al-Burhan visits Gezira state following RSF attack
On Thursday (Jun. 6), Sudan’s army chief visited Gezira state in south-eastern Sudan, following a Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attack.…
Kagame critic barred from Rwanda’s presidential race
Diane Rwigara, an outspoken critic of Rwandan President Kagame, has been barred from standing in next month’s presidential election.Only Mr…
Giant step for Somalia with UN Security Council seat
Somalia has won a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council – hailed as a significant step for the…
Methodist church regrets Côte d’Ivoire’s split from the union as lifting of LGBTQ ban roils Africa
Leaders of the United Methodist Church expressed regret over last week’s decision by the branch in Côte d’Ivoire to leave…
Burkina Faso ready to face the Pharaohs in World Cup qualifier match
Burkina Faso national men’s football team believe they have a chance of securing a positive result ahead of Thursday’s World…
UNICEF introduces nutrition programme in Nigeria to combat child malnutrition
In several Nigerian communities in the northeastern Gombe state, UNICEF is training thousands of women to boost their families’ nutrient…
Tornadoes claim 11 lives in South Africa’s 2nd most populous province
A trail of destruction in south Africa’s coastal province of Kwazul-Natal. At least two tornadoes hit the country’s second most…
What’s at stake in the European Parliament election this week
Nearly 400 million European Union citizens can go to the polls over the coming days to elect members of the…
Russian foreign minister wraps Africa tour with working visit in Chad
Russia’s foreign minister Sergey Lavrov landed in N’Djamena, Chad on Wednesday (Jun. 5). He was wrapping up an Africa tour…
Endometriosis tormented her every month – and killed her aged 38
Mary Njambi Koikai, better known as Jahmby Koikai, dedicated most of her short life to telling her fellow Kenyans about…
ANC eyes national unity government after election loss
South Africa’s African National Congress (ANC) has suggested forming a government of national unity after losing its parliamentary majority in…