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The World AIDs Day is commemorated on 1 December every year to honour the people who have fallen to the disease as well as PLWHIV The Nigerian government on Tuesday reiterated its commitment to ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic by 2030. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Salako, said, while speaking at

Donald Trump arrives for the G20 summit group photo inside the Costa Salguero Center in Buenos Aires, Argentina, November 30, 2018   –   Copyright © africanews Andres Martinez Casares/Copyright 2018 The AP. All rights reserved Last updated: 4 hours ago South Africa As the world awaits the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump, South Africa’s President

At its most human level, growth is the purpose of life. Avoid the death trap of under 5 child mortality – something roughly 13,400 children per day fail to do – and then hope for an equal chance at thriving to old age in an increasingly chaotic world. At the level of institutions that shape

55,000 runners from around the globe gathered in Singapore for the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2024. Held over three days, the event featured five race categories, including the return of the Ekiden relay Close to 13,000 international runners from 84 countries registered for this year’s run – marking a nearly 33% increase compared to last

Luanda — The President of the United States, Joe Biden, arrived in Luanda on Monday afternoon for a three-day state visit, focused on consolidating the strategic partnership. The official ‘Air Force One’ plane, the mythical blue and white 747 that carries the US President, landed at 5:30 pm at February 4 International Airport. Joe Biden

President Joe Biden arrived in Angola on Monday for his long-awaited first presidential visit to sub-Saharan Africa . Thousands of people lined the streets as Biden entered Angola’s capital, Luanda. Biden first stopped in the Atlantic Ocean island nation of Cape Verde for a brief, closed-door meeting with Prime Minister Ulisses Correia e Silva. In

First-Ever US Presidential Visit to Angola Should Highlight Human Rights Concerns United States President Joe Biden is embarking on a two-day visit to Angola, his only Africa trip as president. His visit is highly anticipated in Angola, and for President João Lourenço, it could be his biggest diplomatic achievement since taking office in 2017. Biden

Jury members, from left to right, Virginie Efira, Ali Abbasi, Patricia Arquette, Santiago Mitre, Luca Guadagnino, Nadia Kounda, Andrew Garfield, Zoya Akhtar and Jacob Elordi,   –   Copyright © africanews Mosa’ab Elshamy/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved Last updated: 10 hours ago Morocco The 21st Marrakech International Film Festival has kicked off in the Red

Swapo candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has taken an early lead in Namibia’s 2024 presidential election as results continue to be announced gradually. Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) chairperson Elsie Nghikembua announced additional results on Sunday afternoon to take the number of constituencies tallied to 23 in the presidential election and 25 in the National Assembly election.

Biram Senghor regularly pays his respects at a military cemetery in Thiaroye, a fishing village near Senegal’s capital Dakar, bowing in front of a different grave each time. The 86-year-old has no way of knowing which grave belongs to his father, M’Bap Senghor, one of the hundreds of West African riflemen who fought for France

Voters who were deprived of the opportunity to vote in Wednesday’s watershed national election and political parties are demanding that the 2024 presidential and National Assembly elections be declared invalid. The elections were marred by several challenges, including a shortage of ballot papers, long queues, poor communication from the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) and

A Syrian opposition fighter shoots in the air in downtown Aleppo, Syria, Saturday Nov. 30, 2024   –   Copyright © africanews Ghaith Alsayed/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved Bashar al-Assad The Syrian military rushed in reinforcements and struck Idlib city Sunday in an attempt to push back insurgents from advancing farther after seizing Aleppo and

United Nations — The humanitarian crisis in Sudan continues to deepen as a result of the ongoing Sudanese Civil War. Intensified conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has led to widespread food insecurity, with many humanitarian organizations expressing concern that starvation is being used as a method of

Mauritius’ Prime Minister said he has ordered an independent review of an agreement with the United Kingdom which returns control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. Navin Ramgoolam told parliament that the findings would be tabled before the cabinet for consideration. Under the deal which is yet to be signed, the UK would surrender the

Luanda — The Angolan Head of State, João Lourenço, said in an interview published Thursday by the US newspaper ‘The New York Times ‘ that Angola has always worked to have a close relationship with the United States of America, within the framework of mutually advantageous co-operation. In an interview broadcasted by Angola Public Television

Residents and business owners in the Lebanese city of Nabatiyeh cleared debris and started rebuilding their businesses as they returned to the city on Saturday after a ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel was agreed upon. Jabal Nasr, the owner of a coffee shop, and his staff began the clean-up process early in the morning. “We

White House — President Joe Biden will make his first presidential trip to Africa next week, visiting Angola and making a stop in the island nation of Cabo Verde, a top White House official told VOA. His short visit will center around the Lobito Corridor, a 1,300-kilometer rail line that brings resources from the continent’s

Carlo Ancelotti has defended Kylian Mbappe’s underwhelming start to the season at Real Madrid, but admitted that the France captain could play better. The 25-year-old has scored seven goals in La Liga since a summer move from PSG, but his only goal in the Champions League came in Real’s 3-1 win over Stuttgart in their

Partial resistance to a life-saving antimalarial drug has been detected in Uganda among children experiencing severe forms of the disease. The findings of a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) paint a worrying picture. The authors reported evidence of partial resistance to the antimalarial drug artemisinin among 11 out

South Africa is poised to take over the leadership of the G20 on Sunday. This is the first time an African country is taking the presidency of a Group of 20 countries. Johannesburg will be tasked to lead the group until the end of 2025 when the United States will take over the helm of

By Jaheim T. Tumu Monrovia — The Gallup 2024 Global Report Law and Order Index has identified Liberia as the most unsafe country in Africa for the second consecutive year, citing significant issues such as rampant political corruption and limited access to essential public services as primary factors contributing to this alarming status. The Law

Rescue workers and people search for bodies after a landslide following heavy rains that buried 40 homes in the district of Bulambuli, eastern Uganda, Thursday, Nov. 28. 2024   –   Copyright © africanews Jean Watala/Copyright 2023 The AP. All rights reserved Last updated: 11 hours ago Uganda More bodies buried under the mud were retrieved in

By Francis G. Boayue Paynesville — Following the sudden news of the death of Nimba County Senator Prince Y. Johnson early Thursday morning at the Hope for Women Hospital on AB Tolbert Road in Paynesville, numerous government officials, including Vice President Jeremiah Kpang Koung, visited the late senator’s Duport Road residence to sympathize with his

Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe stands on the pitch during the Champions League football match between Liverpool and Real Madrid at Anfield Stadium, Liverpool, England.   –   Copyright © africanews Peter Byrne/PA Wire By Africanews Last updated: 28/11 – 16:57 Spain It has been a rocky season for football star Kylian Mbappé, who missed a penalty during

A Somali lawmaker is under investigation following an altercation that resulted in an injury to a parliamentary security guard during a heated session at the National Parliament on Wednesday. The incident occurred when the guard intervened in a dispute among lawmakers during a debate over the National Electoral Commission. Colonel Abdifitah Adan Hassan, spokesperson for

A man collects the remains of his destroyed house after he returned to Chehabiyeh village, southern Lebanon, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024   –   Copyright © africanews Hussein Malla/Copyright 2024 The AP. All right reserved Last updated: 19 hours ago south lebanon Bulldozers in Nabatiyeh city in southern Lebanon on Thursday started to remove the debris of

Nairobi — President William Ruto has ordered E-Citizen Director General Isaac Ochieng to submit a list of government agencies not using the platform over the past three months. Speaking Thursday during the first anniversary of the e-Citizen Directorate, President Ruto said some agencies do not use the platform and utilize alternative payments methods. He has

Police deploy amid opposition protests in Maputo, Mozambique, Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024.   –   Copyright © africanews Carlos Uqueio/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 9 hours ago Mozambique Alarmed by deadly post-election protests in Mozambique, several countries including Britain, the US and Canada have denounced what they called the ‘escalation of violence against

Vice president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says her government will change policies to ensure Namibians benefit from the country’s natural resources, like the oil and gas discoveries. Nandi-Ndaitwah says the government will take a balanced approach to ensure investors can make a profit, while protecting Namibians. “There should be a balance to make sure that the Namibian

Heavily-laden cars could be seen leaving Beirut in the early hours of Wednesday morning as the ceasefire between Israel and the Lebanese militant group came into effect. They were heading home to the south of the country which has seen some of the most intensive fighting over the past almost two years of cross-border conflict.

Prime minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila has urged those in queues waiting to cast their votes to remain patient despite delays. “The process was smooth for me, I urge everyone to come out and cast their vote,” she said. She said this on Wednesday after voting at the MTC headquarters in Windhoek’s Olympia suburb. Polling stations across

Dr Faustine Ndugulile, Regional Director-Elect.   –   Copyright © africanews @WHOAFRO Last updated: 16 hours ago WHO The World Health Organization’s regional director-elect for Africa died while receiving medical treatment in India, Tanzania’s parliament speaker said Wednesday. Plans to repatriate the body of Tanzania’s Dr. Faustine Ndugulile, 55, were underway, Speaker Tulia Ackson said, adding that

Monrovia — President Joe Biden’s visit to Angola is intended to amplify how U.S. leadership impacted trade, investment, and Infrastructure in the region, and highlight the “remarkable evolution” of the U.S.-Angola relationship, senior White House officials said in an online briefing. Scheduled from December 2 to December 4, 2024, it will mark the outgoing president’s

Last updated: 3 hours ago At Tate Modern’s Electric Dreams, 70 artists showcase how technology transformed art from the 1950s to the 1990s. Electric Dreams celebrates the early innovators of optical, kinetic, programmed and digital art, who pioneered a new era of immersive sensory installations and automatically generated works. From light projections to 16-bit game

Inter-communal structures can prevent women and children from being captured during cattle raids and forced into servitude. The abduction of women and children during cattle raids is fairly common along the South Sudan-Ethiopia border. Incidents have surged since 2014 due to civil war in South Sudan and later in Ethiopia. Le Monde estimates that as

A Sudanese evacuee is directed by a Saudi commando before boarding a Saudi military ship to Jeddah port, at Port Sudan, in Sudan, late Tuesday, May 2, 2023.   –   Copyright © africanews Amr Nabil/Copyright 2023 The AP. All rights reserved By Agencies Last updated: 21 hours ago War The United Nations humanitarian chief stressed on

The Constitutional court has made itself clear that the Inspectorate of Government should stop it’s continued prosecution of the jailed former permanent Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minsiter Geoffrey Kazinda on charges of illicit enrichment until the Supreme court makes a final decision on his corruption related charges. The unanimous decision of justices

Chadian soldiers patrol the streets of Gao, Northern Mali, on Jan. 28, 2013.   –   Copyright © africanews Jerome Delay/AP Last updated: 10 hours ago Chad Chadian defence forces have intensified their operations to track down Boko Haram fighters. This follows a deadly attack in late October in which the terror group targeted a garrison in

Mondlane accepts Nyusi talks, but not secret negotiation – wants bigger, more open discussion Venancio Mondlane Friday (22 Nov) accepted President Nyusi’s Tuesday (19 Nov) invitation to the four presidential candidates to meet. But he said that the meeting will discuss “the issue of sovereignty and fundamental rights [which] is not the exclusive monopoly of

Ouagadougou, the vibrant capital of Burkina Faso, is buzzing with creativity as it hosts WEKRE, an open-air exhibition that brings contemporary art closer to the community. Meaning “emergence” in the Mooré language, WEKRE aims to make art accessible to a wider audience and foster cultural appreciation. A Spotlight on International Talent For its first international

In recent months, Lilongwe City Council has repeatedly resorted to the tired excuse of “police being too busy” to justify cancelling or obstructing planned demonstrations by the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI). This flimsy rationale, often invoked at the last minute, only serves to undermine the fundamental democratic right to peaceful protest.

Egyptian Amina Orfi made history in Singapore on Sunday (Nov. 24). The athlete defeated the women’s world number three and compatriot Hania El Hammamy to win gold at the VITAGEN Singapore Squash Open 2024. Seventeen-year-old Orfi became the youngest player to win a gold-level event, overcoming top seed El Hammamy with a score of 4-5

The Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) has announced that its highly anticipated demonstration will proceed as planned today, despite reports of potential disruptions from panga-wielding thugs and efforts by the Lilongwe City Council to halt the protest. CDEDI Executive Director Sylvester Namiwa has vowed that the protest will continue, stating that the

South African writer Breyten Breytenbach, right, and American actor and singer Harry Belafonte shake hands during a press conference in Paris, on June 18, 1986.   –   Copyright © africanews AP Last updated: 8 hours ago South Africa South African anti-apartheid author Breyten Breytenbach has died in Paris aged 85. Breytenbach was a poet, novelist, painter

Port Sudan — WFP trucks arrive in famine-hit Zamzam camp in North Darfur; Over 700 trucks on the road to locations across Sudan The UN World Food Programme (WFP) today announced a surge in its operations across Sudan, part of a scale-up effort to reach millions of people in the country’s most needy and isolated

Wilda Brooks of West Palm Beach, Fla., holds up a sign reading “We don’t eat pets,” during a rally by members of South Florida’s Haitian-American community   –   Copyright © africanews Rebecca Blackwell/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 23/11 – 19:00 Haitian politics Haitians reacted Friday with indignation to comments made by French

Nairobi — President Museveni’s Information Minister Chris Baryomunsi has said Uganda reached out to the Kenyan government to facilitate the arrest of Kizza Besigye. In an interview with Uganda’s local Television station, Baryomunsi questioned how the arrest and detention could have happened without the full knowledge and support of the Kenyan State. “Dr. Kizza Besigye

Kendrick Lamar performs at Coachella Music & Arts Festival at the Empire Polo Club, April 16, 2017, in Indio, Calif   –   Copyright © africanews Amy Harris/2017 Invision Last updated: 23/11 – 15:42 MTV Video Music Award Kendrick Lamar gave music listeners an early holiday present Friday with the surprise drop of a new album. The

This week marked three years since the prominent Seychellois businessman Mukesh Valabhji and his wife Laura, a lawyer, appeared in the Supreme Court after being arrested on November 18, 2021, by police on suspicion of money laundering of $50 million and possession of firearms. The couple has been on remand since, and the money laundering

Supporters of Niger’s ruling junta hold a Russian flag at the start of a protest called to fight for the country’s freedom in Niamey, Niger, on Aug. 3, 2023   –   Copyright © africanews Sam Mednick/Copyright 2023 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 2 hours ago Coup in Niger The European Union (EU) has recalled

While acknowledging that the reforms had weakened Nigerians’ purchasing power, President Tinubu said his administration will continue to provide social safety nets to cushion the unintended consequences. President Bola Tinubu has assured that his administration will continue to prioritise the welfare of the poor and most vulnerable even as the economic reforms bear fruit. A

In this photo taken from a video released by Russian Defense Ministry on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, a Russian T90M tank fires towards Ukrainian positions at an undisclosed place   –   Copyright © africanews AP/Russian Defense Ministry Press Service Last updated: 22/11 – 18:29 Russia’s invasion of Ukraine A Russian envoy has warned Ukraine’s use of

Kampala — The French government launched a major initiative to enhance French language education across Uganda. The two-year, Shs 1.12 billion project, known as the French Education Framework (FEF), aims to improve access to quality French education for students, teachers, and schools nationwide. The Embassy of France in Uganda, in collaboration with Alliance Française de

The head of government in the Democratic Republic of Congo kicked off Friday (Nov. 22) an assessment mission in the country’s war-torn east. Judith Suminwa and an large delegation landed on Friday in Goma, the capital of the North-Kivu province. North-Kivu and the neighbouring province of Ituri have been under the state of siege for

Monrovia — The breakaway bloc of the House of Representatives has formally endorsed a resolution to declare Speaker Jonathan Fonati Koffa’s position vacant, citing his failure to appear before a specialized committee on three occasions to respond to allegations levied against him. The resolution, supported by 50 lawmakers, was read by Acting Chief Clerk Comic

The International criminal court’s pre-trial chamber issued Thursday (Nov. 21) arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minister and a Hamas military chief whose whereabouts are unknown. The ICC prosecutor sought warrants for 2 Hamas leaders who are belived to have been killed by Israel. Netanyahu, and ex-minister Yoav Gallant are wanted for the

Monrovia — Speaker Jonathan Fonati Koffa and a group of lawmakers from the minority bloc of the House of Representatives have taken their grievances to the Supreme Court of Liberia, accusing the majority bloc, led by Deputy Speaker Thomas Fallah, of deliberately boycotting legislative sessions. This action, they argue, has created a constitutional crisis by

More than 43,000 participants took part in the 24th edition of Ethiopia’s annual international 10km road race over the weekend. This is a record, exceeding last year’s total by almost 5,000 runners. A host of distance running legends led by race founder Haile Gebrselassie attended the race. The Olympian and laid out his ambitions for

Six traditional herbalists have been arrested in Buwenge Town Council, Jinja District, after police discovered sacks containing human bones and skeletons in their shrines. The arrests were part of an operation led by the Kiira Region Police Command, SSP Charles Nsaba, the Regional CID, SSP Monday Johnson Agaba, and the Buwenge Division Police Commander, SP

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday (Nov. 21) condmened the decision by the International Criminal Court to issue arrest warrants against him and his former defense minister. They way both men have allegedly conducted the war is at the center of the prosecution’s accusations. “This is a black day in the history of nations.

TLDR Egyptian insurtech broker Amenli secures $2.3 million funding round led by EBRD and Y Combinator Funding to drive digital transformation in Egypt’s underpenetrated insurance market and enhance technological capabilities Amenli aims to increase Egypt’s low insurance penetration to 5%, targeting a $20 billion market size Amenli, an Egyptian insurtech broker licensed by the Financial

Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye appeared Wednesday in a military court days after he was reported missing in Kenya. He was charged on four counts including possession of illegal firearms in foreign countries/ and seeking military support to destabilize Uganda’s military forces. His lawyer says the court lacks jurisdiction and has questioned Kenya’s role. “For

TLDR Lagos-based JADA secures $1M funding for AI training hub led by industry veterans. JADA targets bridging global AI talent gap by training 100 professionals yearly in AI and machine learning. AI-driven screening process ensures technical and cultural alignment for program applicants. JADA, a Lagos-based data and analytics talent hub, has secured $1 million in

Mali’s Prime Minister Choguel Maiga was sacked on Wednesday (Nov. 20). A decree was read on national television by the secretary-general of the presidency. Alfouseyni Diawara read the 3-article text signed by the president of the transition Gel Assimi Goïta. Appointed by the military in 2021 following Mali’s second coup in a year, Prime Minister

Video of a Nigerian female police officer accusing male colleague of assault is from 2022, not 2024 as social media posts claim IN SHORT: In 2022, several Nigerian media outlets reported that a female police officer had accused a male coworker of assault. Shortly after, a video of her explaining what happened went viral on

The United States on Wednesday vetoed again a U.N. Security Council resolution demanding an immediate cease-fire in the war in Gaza because it conditioned to an immediate release of hostages taken captive by Palestinian militants groups in Israel in October 2023. The council voted overwhelmingly in favor of the resolution — 14 of its 15

Zimbabwe’s senior men’s football team face an uphill task as they play against continental soccer giants Cameroon on Tuesday afternoon. Both Zimbabwe and Cameroon have qualified for the 2025 AFCON, making Tuesday’s match a dead rubber which will be played for nothing but bragging rights. Zimbabwe sealed its qualification last Friday after playing a one-all

World leaders gather for a group photo during the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024.   –   Copyright © africanews Leah Millis/AP Last updated: 20 hours ago G20 Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva closed the Group of 20 summit on Tuesday and handed over the presidency to South Africa.

TLDR Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s Pastef party projected to secure majority in National Assembly with 84 seats Anticipated win enables Faye to push ambitious reform agenda for fiscal stability and increased state revenue from oil and gas contracts Victory aligns executive and legislative branches, facilitating implementation of fiscal reforms and next year’s budget to

Gangs launched a fresh attack on Haiti’s capital early Tuesday, targeting an upscale community in Port-au-Prince where gunmen clashed with residents who fought side-by-side with police. The attack on Pétionville was led by the Viv Ansanm group, whose leader, former elite police officer Jimmy Chérizier, had announced the plan in a video posted on social

Minister Leon Schreiber commends the Border Management Authority (BMA) on the interception of one of Interpol’s most wanted fugitives The Minister of Home Affairs, Dr. Leon Schreiber, commends the Border Management Authority (BMA) on the apprehension of one of Interpol’s most wanted fugitives at O.R Tambo International Airport. Through a collaborative effort, the BMA worked

Hundreds of people have been confirmed dead and thousands infected in Sudan’s months-long cholera outbreak. A recent statistic from the Sudanese Ministry of Health on Nov. 15 revealed that the number of cholera cases has risen to 24,604, including 699 deaths, while the disease has spread to 11 of Sudan’s 18 states. According to the

Senegalese citizens have voted in what has been described as a test for the new government which will clarify the political game. APS reports that the ballots will send 165 representatives to the National Assembly. Cape Town — The Pastef list, led by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, won a large majority of seats in the

Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, left, shakes hands with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, during a bilateral meeting a day before the opening of the G20   –   Copyright © africanews Eraldo Peres/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved By Africanews Last updated: 17 hours ago Brazil World leaders have arrived in Rio de

Cape Town — In Part 1 of the interview Juanita Williams from allAfrica had with Professor Resia Pretorius from Stellenbosch University, Pretorius spoke about her extensive research on blood clots, inflammation, and their implications, particularly in the context of acute Covid-19 and Long Covid. Pretorius’ research team was among the first to identify inflammatory microclots

All prisoners charged with minor crimes must be released within two weeks to ease overcrowding in Burundi’s prisons. This was the ultimatum that was recently given by the country’s president. 477 prisoners have been released from the Muramvya prison. Of 13,211 prisoners, 5,442 will be freed, representing 41% of the prison population. For the president

Water and Sanitation Deputy Ministers, David Mahlobo and Sello Seitlholo, together with Deputy Minister of Performance, Monitoring and Evaluation, Seiso Mohai, will today lead an inspection of the maintenance operation of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) tunnel in Clarens, Free State. A joint maintenance operation by Trans Caledon Tunnel Authority (TCTA) and the Lesotho

For illustration purposes: People line up to cast their ballot for legislative elections in Dakar, Senegal, on July 31, 2022.   –   Copyright © africanews Leo Correa/Copyright 2022 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 17/11 – 15:30 Senegal Senegalese are voting on Sunday (Nov. 17) in a key legislative election that’s set to determine if

These days, it’s hard to escape news stories discussing how climate change is contributing to extreme weather disasters, including the recent U.S. hurricanes. Aid agencies are increasingly worried about the widespread damage. A growing question as these disasters worsen in a warming world is how to pay for recoveries, particularly in poorer countries that have

Protesters in Niamey on November 16, 2024 walk to denouce foreign interference and to support the ruling CNSP.   –   Copyright © africanews Cleared Niger Thousands of Nigeriens marched Saturday (Nov. 16) in the streets of Niamey in support of the ruling CNSP and to denounce foreign destabilization attempts. A coalition of civil society organizations had

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed members of the Presidential Economic Advisory Council who will play an important role in guiding the 7th Administration in its pursuit of rapid, inclusive and sustainable economic growth and job creation. President Ramaphosa has set up the Council to ensure greater coherence and consistency in the implementation of economic policy

Empty plates were scattered on the sands in Copacabana beach, Brazil, on Saturday (Nov. 16). The protest which was organized by the NGO Rio da Paz or Rio for Peace sought to draw the attention of the leaders of the world’s richest nations on the scourge of hunger. Rio de Janeiro hosts this year’s G20

Singapore — To strengthen the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention’s (Africa CDC) capacity for enhanced mpox case management, the Ministry of Health, Singapore will provide a support package consisting of mpox diagnostic kits and testing supplies, enabling up to 50,000 tests. The ongoing mpox outbreak was declared a Public Health Emergency of Continental

Commutes drive through a thick layer of smog early morning in New Delhi, India, Friday, Nov. 15, 2024   –   Copyright © africanews Manish Swarup/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved Last updated: 15/11 – 20:51 Pollution With pollution on the rise, which cities release the most emissions? Data revelaed at COP29 that Asia and the

Last week, the Central Bank of Sudan (CBoS) announced the issuance of a new banknote of SDG1,000 as part of its efforts to improve the security standards for banknotes and achieve economic stability, after many banks in Sudan have been plundered. According to economist El Hadi Habbani the measure is counterproductive. The Central Bank referred

Thick smoke and flames erupt from an Israeli airstrike on Tayouneh, Beirut, Lebanon, Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.   –   Copyright © africanews Hassan Ammar/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved Last updated: 15/11 – 21:33 Israel-Hezbollah conflict Lebanon’s capital has been was rocked by another round of Israeli strikes. Blasts were reported on Friday in the

After nearly six decades of BDP rule, the triumphant UDC government has the tough task of restoring sound governance. Botswana’s 30 October elections ushered in a new era for the country with an emphatic rejection of the ruling party – in power for almost six decades – and a resounding win for President Duma Boko’s

FILE – In this March 27, 2019, file photo, a woman receives a measles, mumps and rubella vaccine at the Rockland County Health Department in Pomona   –   Copyright © africanews Seth Wenig/Copyright 2019 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 15 hours ago Measles According to the World Health organisation, more than 10 million cases

WHAT: COP29 Presentation of Report on “Measuring the Green Wealth of Nations: Natural Capital and Economic Productivity in Africa” WHO: The African Development Bank Group; African government representatives; development agencies; global financiers WHEN: Thursday, 14 November 2024: 13:30-15:00hrs Baku time (GMT+4) WHERE: Africa Pavilion, COP29, Baku Stadium, Baku, Azerbaijan Livestreaming – English Livestreaming – French

Last updated: 14/11 – 18:27 At COP29 summit in Baku, Article 6 of the Paris Agreement was criticised by climate justice groups. They are sounding the alarm, warning that this approach lets the world’s biggest polluters off the hook. Instead of cutting emissions at the source, they can simply buy credits, allowing them to continue

Atlanta / Geneva — Worldwide, there were an estimated 10.3 million cases of measles in 2023, a 20% increase from 2022, according to new estimates from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Inadequate immunization coverage globally is driving the surge in cases. Measles is preventable with

Massa the lioness has good reason to roar at visitors at Rabat National Zoo, as she is the proud mother of a new cub. The male youngster, known as Azaghar was born on 26 July 2024, a member of the subpopulation known as the Atlas Lion or the Barbary lion, of the subspecies Panthera Leo

The Africa 5G Pioneer Roundtable with the theme of “5G Lighting up Digital Africa” was held in Istanbul, Türkiye. The summit brought together industry organizations, government regulators, and global and regional operators. Experiences were shared and exchanged on important topics such as 5G industry trends, successful 5G business practices and 5G industry ecosystem development to

This image released by Paramount Pictures shows Denzel Washington in a scene from “Gladiator II.”   –   Copyright © africanews Cuba Scott/ 2024 Paramount Pictures. Last updated: 10 hours ago Denzel Washington 24 years after the original movie, Ridley Scott is bringing “Gladiator” back to the big screens Taking over from Russell Crowe as the central

Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente has affirmed the government’s commitment to advancing toward the nation’s Vision 2050 goals, emphasizing resilience in the face of challenges. He underscored Rwandan’s eagerness for development and the government’s unwavering dedication to progress, on Wednesday, November 13, in Kigali, during the official launch of the Country Economic Memorandum’s second Pathways to

Egypt’s foreign minister Badr Abdelatty arrived in the Lebanese capital, Beirut, on Wednesday for talks with top officials. He said Cairo was working to halt Israel’s “brutal aggression” on Lebanon as soon as possible. Israel launched a major ground and air offensive against the Lebanese group Hezbollah in late September. This followed a year of

Kigali’s nightlife is about to light up with nostalgia as “The Reminisce” returns for its second edition, bringing back what organizers call “the grown folks’ playground.” Originating in Uganda, this throwback dance music experience will transform Atelier du Vin on Saturday, November 16, into a celebration of the sounds of the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, and

US president-elect Donald Trump made a triumphant return to Washington on Wednesday, his first trip to the nation’s capital since his election victory over Vice President Kamala Harris. His first stop was to celebrate his victory with House Republicans who greeted him with a standing ovation. “We won the majority by 7.1 million. We won

Mogadishu — Somalia’s National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) conducted a targeted operation in the Dharaarweyn area near Galcad city, within the Galgaduud region. The agency stated that the mission, executed overnight, resulted in the elimination of at least 23 insurgents and the demolition of three vehicles utilized by the militants. The operation, which took

John Boyega, from left, Padma Lakshmi, Marco Tronchetti Provera, Chief executive officer of Pirelli   –   Copyright © africanews Kin Cheung/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved Last updated: 12/11 – 19:00 Pop Art Celebrities featuring in the 2025 Pirelli calendar include John Boyega and model Padma Lakshmi. Photographed by young artist Ethan James Green, the

Energy Minister, Ruth Nankabirwa, has called for sustainable clean cooking solutions to support Uganda’s extensive refugee population and safeguard the country’s forests. Speaking at UK’s side event on Investing in Energy, Resilience and Nature in Africa at COP29 conference taking place in Azerbaijan’s capital, Baku, Nankabirwa has emphasized the urgent need to address the environmental

The head of the Church of England and spiritual leader of the global Anglican Communion has resigned. This comes after an investigation found that Justin Welby failed to tell police about serial physical, sexual, and spiritual abuse by a volunteer leader as soon as he became aware of it in 2013. “I believe that stepping

What is COP29? The Conference of Parties (COP) is the primary decision-making body of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). The annual meeting of the parties — member states that have signed onto the UN convention — is also referred to as COP. COP members have agreed to limit global warming to

Antonio Guterres, United Nations secretary-general, attends a session on renewables in Africa at the COP29 U.N. Climate Summit, on Nov. 12, 2024, in Baku, Azerbaijan.   –   Copyright © africanews Peter Dejong/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 8 hours ago Adaptation to climate change On the second day of COP 29 in Baku

Amid the ongoing economic challenges faced by Malawi, Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) under the banners of FnD (Forum for National Development) and MaBLEM (Malawi Business Leaders for Economic Movement) are expressing optimism that the country is on the right path towards economic recovery, growth, and eventual self-sufficiency. In a joint press statement, signed by FnD

With less than a week to go before Senegal’s snap legislative elections, the opposition and the government are battling for control of the capital, Dakar. Activists from the opposition coalition are canvassing door-to-door across the city — while government supporters are offered culture. Both sides say they are confident of victory. “We’re in a very

As the race to lead the United Transformation Movement (UTM) intensifies ahead of the party’s elective convention in November, one figure has emerged at the centre of controversy: Dalitso Kabambe. The former Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) Governor, who is vying for the presidency of the party, is making waves not just for his political

Authorities in Paris are planning to deploy 4,000 police officers for the upcoming France v Israel match. 2,500 of them will be at the Stade de France stadium, and the rest will be around the city and monitoring public transport. According to Paris’ police chief, an anti-terrorist security perimeter will be put in place around

Cairo, Egypt — Somalia took a significant step towards addressing its internal displacement crisis with the launch of the “Saameynta: Scaling Solutions to Displacement through Financing Inclusive Urban Development” during the World Urban Forum in Cairo on Thursday. Second Deputy Prime Minister Abdisalam Dhaay presented the initiative, which uses innovative financing to manage the displacement

Congolese political and civil society leaders Saturday announced an alliance to rally against constitutional changes they are meant to ensure President Felix Tshisekedi keeps power indefinitely. Named ‘National Awakening’, the coalition will hold its first meeting in mid-December to pay tribute to the 2005 referendum which gave birth to the 2006 constitution. They called attempts

“Magistrates are seen daily on public or commercial vehicles, most times alongside litigants and criminal suspects standing trial before them. This is a security risk to their lives.” Magistrates in Cross River State have threatened to go on strike over lack of promotion and poor welfare. The magistrates, under the aegis of the Magistrates Association

Wiles is widely credited within and outside Trump’s inner circle for running what was, by far, his most disciplined and well-executed campaign   –   Copyright © africanews Alex Brandon/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 10/11 – 12:23 Donald Trump President-elect Donald Trump has named Susie Wiles, the defacto manager of his victorious campaign

According to court documents obtained by PREMIUM TIMES, the traditional ruler was convicted of theft in April 1997 at the Circuit Court for Montgomery County, State of Maryland in the US. Ogwashi-Uku Community has spoken on the conviction of its traditional ruler in the US. Ogwashi-Uku is a community in Anaocha South Local Government Area

Real Madrid and Brazil star Vinicius Junior was Africa’s favorite to win the Ballon d’Or, according to poll results for the 2024 event published by France Football. Spanish midfielder Rodri was crowned the world’s best male footballer last month in a star-studded ceremony in Paris that was snubbed by Real Madrid. Vinicius Junior came second.

The political turbulence rocking Mozambique since the start of the protests against fraud in the general elections, which were held on 9 October, has made journalism a dangerous practice. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) condemns the repeated attacks on media professionals and calls for their protection as they carry out their work. Between stoned press vehicles

An African perspective in every corner and on every wall of this UNESCO World Heritage site near the German-French border. Photographic portraits, paintings, video installations and sculpture — 26 works that organisers say explore Africa, addressing its cultural history, intellectual traditions, and challenging stereotypes. “’The True Size of Africa’ is trying to change our view

But will donors support it or continue to back Frelimo? A dozen prominent academics and intellectuals with links both in Frelimo and to the opposition joined Wednesday in a “call on all parties and relevant political actors to convene a National Conference that unites all the political sensitivities of our social fabric so that together

The Indian Ocean island nation of Mauritius will hold a national election Sunday, where Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth seeks to win a second term as leader of a nation often praised as one of Africa’s success stories. Mauritius, which sits about 2,000 kilometres (1,240 miles) off Africa’s east coast, is recognised as one of the

But such a conference will only work if Frelimo accepts the need to take an active part. In a meeting Monday with diplomats, Veronica Macamo – who is Foreign Minister, a senior Political Commission member, and the party agent for Frelimo – noted that Frelimo has only read the few observer reports that called the

The logo for the Justice Department is seen before a news conference at the Department of Justice, Aug. 23, 2024, in Washington   –   Copyright © africanews Mark Schiefelbein/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 4 hours ago Racism Racist text messages invoking slavery raised alarm across the country this week after they were

“We have zero tolerance for corruption. Once we got convincing information, we had to arrest the people involved.” Governor Alex Otti has vowed that anybody implicated in the mismanagement or theft of pension funds in the state will face prosecution. Mr Otti made the remark on Thursday night during the November edition of the monthly

An Italian naval ship carrying eight people rescued near the island of Lampedusa docked at the Albanian port of Shengjin on Friday. It was only the second group of migrants to arrive in the city as part of a deal between Rome and Tirana. Under the agreement, people intercepted by the Italian coast guard are

As the world braces for the upcoming COP29 climate summit in Baku, the chasm between environmental pledges and tangible action remains far too wide. Despite decades of promises, the global transition to a green economy is progressing at a glacial pace. If we are to meet our climate goals, we need a package of solutions

At least 3 people were killed Thursday in Mozambique’s capital following clashes with the police. Maputo’s largest hospital made the announcement on Friday (Nov. 08), it added that 66 people had been injured. Independent candidate Venancio Mondlane who was backed by the Podemos party has been alleging electoral fraud occurred during the October 9 polls.

Nairobi — Former Chief Justice Willy Mutunga has denied interest in the country’s presidency saying he doesn’t have the energy for the office. Mutunga, who served as the inaugural Chief Justice under the 2010 Constitution as the Supreme Court’s founding President, said he strongly believes that the next president should come from Generation Z or

Britain’s Prince William poses with Billy Porter and Bonang Matheba before the start of the Earthshot Prize Award ceremony in Cape Town, South Africa, on Nov. 6, 2024.   –   Copyright © africanews Jerome Delay/Copyright 2018 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 21 hours ago South Africa The heir to the British throne walked the

Cape Town — Earlier this week, former Earthshot Prize winner Charlot Magayi appeared at Earthshot, offering her support and inspiring the next generation. Charlot Magayi, founder of Mukuru Clean Stoves, is changing lives with eco-friendly, affordable cookstoves for low-income households across Kenya. She is the winner of the 2022 Earthshot Prize in the Clean Our

FILE – This colorized electron microscope image provided by the National Institute of   –   Copyright © africanews AP/AP Last updated: 13 hours ago United Kingdom British health officials say they have identified four cases of the new, more infectious version of mpox that first emerged in Congo, marking the first time the variant has caused

Cape Town — Former President of Senegal, Macky Sall, is a candidate in the legislative elections on November 17 and is at the head of the national list for the coalition Takku Wallu Sénégal. The coalition was formed around his party, the Alliance for the Republic and the Senegalese Democratic Party, which is the political

Kung Fu, the ancient Chinese martial art, is gaining popularity among young people in Kenya. Dating back to before the Christian era, it is primarily an unarmed mode of personal combat, but is also a form of exercise with a spiritual dimension. Kung Fu Master, Ngaruiya Njoge, first trained in the martial art some 30

John Bosco Twesigye, URA’s NII In-Charge at Entebbe, confirmed that the firearm was found in the luggage of a passenger who had arrived from Nairobi aboard Kenya Airways on Sunday, November 3, shortly after 8pm. The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has intercepted a concealed pistol in a passenger’s baggage at Entebbe International Airport, underscoring the

Britain’s Prince William, left, shakes hands with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in Cape Town, South Africa, Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.   –   Copyright © africanews Kopano Tlape/AP Last updated: 18 hours ago South Africa Prince William visited the South African president on Tuesday, following a stroll with conservationists and rangers at Table Mountain National Park.

The African Development Bank outlined a strong case for accelerating Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for Climate Resilience in Sub-Saharan Africa during a side event at the recently concluded COP16 Biodiversity Conference in Cali, Colombia. The side event brought together key stakeholders and partners to discuss and promote the adoption of Nature-Based Solutions, including biodiversity conservation, to

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks at an election night watch party at the Palm Beach Convention Center, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024   –   Copyright © africanews Evan Vucci/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved Last updated: 6 hours ago US presidential election 2024 A series of African leaders have congratulated Donald Trump on

Did former governor Uduaghan ‘remarkably’ cut infant mortality in Nigeria’s Delta state by more than half, as glowing column claims? There is no evidence for Ogeah’s claims about the infant mortality rate in Delta state in 2007 compared to 2012. The former state commissioner used a strange ratio – the infant mortality rate is usually

A Kenyan man was convicted Monday of plotting a 9/11-style attack on a U.S. building on behalf of the terrorist organization al-Shabab. A federal jury in Manhattan found Cholo Abdi Abdullah guilty on all six counts he faced for conspiring to hijack an aircraft and slam it into a building, according to court records. He’s

“Our democracy has demonstrated, more than it has before, that this is a mature democracy.” These were the words said by Duma Boko after being inaugurated as the sixth President of Botswana on 1 November following his party’s victory in the general elections held on 30 October. In what was largely an unexpected result, the

Britain’s Prince William opened Monday (Nov. 04) a visit to South Africa that will focus on the climate crisis and conservation. The Prince of Wales’ first engagement was at Rooftop in Cape Town. He joined more than 100 young environmentalists aged between 18 and 35. “We’ve got all of you in this room who are

President Tinubu is not alone in jettisoning fair women representation in his cabinet. Since 1999, no Nigerian president has attained the 35 per cent women affirmative action. With the swearing-in on Monday of seven new ministers by President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria, the new 48-member cabinet now has only seven women, amounting to a paltry

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy with Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, 18 October 2024   –   Copyright © africanews Florence Lo/AP Last updated: 4 hours ago Nigeria Britain’s foreign secretary said Monday that reparations for the U.K.’s role in the slave trade are not about the “transfer of

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 4 — The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is set to hold its grassroot elections on November 27. The party’s National Elections Coordinating Committee (NECC) in a notice to its members asserted that the elections will now take place at polling units in all 47 counties. “Pursuant to this resolution, the NECC wishes

South Sudanese refugees in Uganda   –   Copyright © africanews Rebecca Vassie/AP Last updated: 03/11 – 16:32 Uganda At least 14 people, including several children, were killed in a lightning strike in a refugee camp in northern Uganda, police said Sunday. Officials say the victims were residents of the Palabek settlement camp, which primarily houses people

Nairobi — Kenyan recruitment platform BrighterMonday has teamed up with ed-tech company Arifu to launch the #BeaBossLady initiative, a program designed to support and empower women aged 18-35 across Kenya, Uganda, and Nigeria. This innovative program offers free, tailored micro-learning courses to help women enhance job market skills, manage businesses, and utilize digital financial services

The candidates of the main US political parties for the 2024 presidential election: Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.   –   Copyright © africanews Matt Rourke/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved Last updated: 8 hours ago US presidential election 2024 On the final Sunday (Nov. 03) of a tumultuous presidential campaign, US Vice-president Kamalha Harris was

Kasese District leaders have voiced support for the government’s termination of its agreement with Tibet Hima Limited, urging an out-of-court settlement to attract a capable investor to revive the struggling Kilembe Mines. Leaders argue that the ongoing legal battles, which began in 2018, have impeded development in Kasese District. The Parliamentary Natural Resources Committee recently

Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei has warned Israel and the United States of “a crushing response” for actions against Iran and its allies, without elaborating on the timing or scope of the threatened attack. His speech to students in Tehran on Saturday came as officials increasingly threaten another strike against Israel, following its 26 October

Police have reportedly thwarted an attempted robbery targeting members of a Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) group benefiting from the Parish Development Model (PDM) program in Loteede Village, Nabilatuk District. The incident occurred on the night of October 31, 2024. The VSLA group had gathered for a meeting that extended late into the evening

A broad appeal for mercy, including by jurors, the judge from his original trial, a former prison director, ordinary people, and members of his family, fell on deaf ears. The United States state of South Carolina put inmate Richard Moore to death by lethal injection on Friday. “Mr Moore was sentenced to death for killing

POLOKWANE — Police nabbed three male suspects aged between 27 and 34 for stealing goats, sheep, and chickens at Mapela, Ga-Chaba village and in Mahwelereng Zone 2, under policing area of Mahwelereng, on Wednesday, 30 October 2024. The Police were notified about the two incidents that occurred separately in the Mahwelereng policing precinct. Subsequent to

Britain’s Conservative Party on Saturday elected Kemi Badenoch as its new leader as it tries to rebound from a crushing election defeat in July that ended its 14 years in power. She defeated fellow right winger, Robert Jenrick, in a vote of the almost 100,000 members of the right-of-centre party, becoming the first Black woman

Ghana is committed in upholding democracy, regional stability and peaceful elections amidst West Africa’s security concerns, the Minister of National Security, Mr Albert Kan- Dapaah, has said. According to him, the ongoing great power rivalry has caused a decline in democracy, thereby shrinking the space for meaningful regional and international security cooperation. “The impact of

Algerian President Abdelmajid Tebboune, and Chief of Staff, General Saïd Chengriha, at the military parade, November 1, 2024 in Algiers, Algeria   –   Copyright © africanews Fateh Guidoum/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 01/11 – 18:02 Independence A military parade was held in Algiers on Friday to mark 70 years since the start

Addis Abeba — The Addis Abeba Islamic Affairs Supreme Council has announced that an agreement has been reached permitting Muslim students, who had been suspended from four secondary schools for wearing religious attire, to return to their studies. This decision follows a wave of public concern regarding the treatment of these students, who were barred

On its 7th edition, the Marrakech Air Show is off to a flying start with a display of aerial performances to wow its visitors. On the ground, a variety of civil and military aircraft are on display, allowing visitors to explore the latest models and technologies in the industry. The aerospace sector is big business

Cape Town — allAfrica’s Juanita Williams sat down with Professor Resia Pretorius, Stellenbosch University, who’s been researching how blood clots form and the impact of inflammation for two decades. Yesterday Pretorius delivered the keynote address at the 54th Mexican National Congress of Clinical Pathology in Puebla, Mexico, from October 30 to November 2, 2024. Pretorius has been

An exhibition in Morocco is highlighting the millennia-long history of Chellah, an archaeological site near Rabat that reflects Morocco’s rich cultural heritage. Chellah is a 1.2-square-mile (3.15-square-kilometer) UNESCO World Heritage Site with a footprint almost five times the size of Pompeii. Archaeologists believe it was once a bustling port city near the capital of modern-day

Mbanza-Ngungu, Kongo Central — The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has reached a major public health milestone by successfully integrating the malaria vaccine into its national routine immunization programme. This remarkable initiative has just been launched in Mbanza-Ngungu (southwest of the country) by the Minister of Public Health, Hygiene and Social Welfare, with the

The 4th contemporary art show Forever Is Now brought stunning large-scale installations to the famed Giza Pyramids   –   Copyright © africanews Amr Nabil/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved Last updated: 31/10 – 17:59 Egypt The 4th contemporary art show Forever Is Now brought stunning large-scale installations to the famed Giza Pyramids The open-air show

Nairobi, Kenya — A Kenyan court has lifted orders blocking the swearing-in of Deputy President nominee Kithuri Kindiki — dealing a blow to former DP Rigathi Gachagua who was impeached and removed from office in mid-October amid accusations of gross misconduct and undermining the president. Gachagua’s lawyers filed about 30 court cases arguing against his

Bleached coral is visible at the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary, off the coast of Galveston, Texas, in the Gulf of Mexico, Sept. 16, 2023   –   Copyright © africanews LM Otero/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved Last updated: 16 hours ago Climate crisis Research this year shows that 77% of the world’s coral

World leaders and experts in development, agriculture, economic policy, resource management and nutrition gather in Des Moines, Iowa this week for the annual presentation of the World Food Prize and Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue, a high-level event focusing on cutting-edge issues in food security and agriculture. African Development Bank Group President and World Food

A folklore festival brought audiences in Marrakech lively dance performances while celebrating tradition. Troupes from Spain, Ireland, Austria and a local group from Marrakech regaled the crowd with traditional music and dance performances on the first day of festival. “I think the people around the world could be a family if they all sing and

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming healthcare systems worldwide, offering promising solutions to challenges such as patient diagnosis, disease prediction, and healthcare delivery. However, as the use AI continues to gather pace in Africa’s healthcare landscape, it raises critical ethical questions. How can we ensure AI systems are inclusive, unbiased, and equitable? More importantly, how

People in Botswana are waiting for results of Wednesday’s election which could extend the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP)’s 58-year rule. Earlier in the day, the main opposition Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) leader Duma Boko voiced concerns about the exercise. “We are worried about all these things because they speak to the integrity of the

Gaborone, Botswana — Botswanan President Mokgweetsi Masisi is defending the country’s electoral body amid criticism of its preparedness as voting began Wednesday. Critics said some polling stations opened late, there weren’t enough stations to handle the number of voters, and lines were long. Masisi, who is seeking a second and final term, told journalists after

A Sudanese evacuee carries her son as they disembark from the USNS Brunswick at Jeddah port, Saudi Arabia, May 4, 2023   –   Copyright © africanews Amr Nabil/Copyright 2023 The AP. All rights reserved Last updated: 7 hours ago Humanitarian crisis In its latest report titled Stop the War on Children, Save the Children reports a

The World Health Organization (WHO) today published a new report on tuberculosis revealing that approximately 8.2 million people were newly diagnosed with TB in 2023 – the highest number recorded since WHO began global TB monitoring in 1995. This represents a notable increase from 7.5 million reported in 2022, placing TB again as the leading infectious disease

Amid soaring tensions with the West over its war in Ukraine, Russia on Tuesday launched a massive exercise of the country’s nuclear forces. It test-fired missiles over thousands of kilometres in a simulated nuclear response to an enemy first strike. “Given the growth of geopolitical tensions, the emergence of new external threats and risks, it

Opposition parties to call for government of national unity Members of opposition parties met in Matola yesterday (28 October) to draw up the joint declaration calling for the formation of a government of national unity (GNU). The idea is to unite the opposition in a single front to oppose the results of the most fraudulent

Botswana goes to the polls on Wednesday in a vote that will determine whether the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) will extend its 58-year hold on power. Analysts say, however, that this time round it is hard to predict the outcome of the general election. The country faces tough times following a downturn in demand

Gaborone, Botswana — Botswanan opposition activists took to the streets of capital Gaborone over the weekend ahead of general elections set for this Wednesday. They wanted to march to Zimbabwe’s embassy with a petition that voiced concerns the neighboring country is conspiring to help Botswana’s ruling party extend its 58-year hold on power. But the

French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Morocco on Monday where he is scheduled to discuss partnerships regarding trade, climate change, and immigration. During the three-day visit to Rabat, he will meet with King Mohammed VI and Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch, and will also address parliament. His visit aims to strengthen ties between the two countries

United Nations — United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for “decisive action” on Monday to end the 18-month-long civil war in Sudan, where millions face starvation and have been displaced from their homes. “We have consistently appealed to both sides to end the fighting and come to the negotiating table,” he told a meeting of

The US State Department on Monday announced it will restrict visas for people who Washington deems responsible for undermining democracy in Ghana. The move comes ahead of presidential and parliamentary elections due to take place in the West African country on 7 December. Ghana has held peaceful, free, fair, and transparent elections for nearly two

Nairobi — Bioeconomy is the production, use, and conservation of biological resources to produce goods that sustain communities. A new report says the promotion of bioeconomy as a way to deal with climate change holds promise for rural areas in Africa and elsewhere. As the world grapples with how to cope with the effects of

Sudanese soldiers from the Rapid Support Forces unit, led by General Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo, in Sudan, June 22, 2019   –   Copyright © africanews AP – Hussein Malla /Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved. By Africanews Last updated: 27/10 – 10:47 Mohamed Hamdan Daglo The attacks in the north and east of Gezira state have

Kampala, Uganda (Reuters) – Thomas Kwoyelo, a mid-level commander in the notorious Lord’s Resistance Army rebel group, was sentenced to 40 years in prison in Uganda on Friday for war crimes including murder, rape, enslavement, torture and kidnap. Kwoyelo was convicted of dozens of war crimes in August, the first time an officer of his

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha attends a joint press conference with his Hungarian counterpart Peter Szijjarto, in Budapest, Hungary, Monday, Sept. 30, 2024   –   Copyright © africanews Robert Hegedus/MTI – Media Service Support and Asset Management Fund Last updated: 27/10 – 12:53 Gaza attack Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said on Saturday that without a

THE ongoing Zanu PF Annual People’s Conference in Bulawayo has passed a resolution to perpetuate President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s rule beyond 2028 when his constitutionally permissible two terms come to an end. However, the 82-year-old Zanu PF leader has declined the offer to remain at the helm of the party and State beyond the two-term cap.

More than 600 million women and girls are now affected by war, a 50% increase from a decade ago, and they fear the world has forgotten them amid an escalating backlash against women’s rights and gender equality, top U.N. officials say. U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said in a new report that amid record levels of

The Senate has extended the deadline for public submissions on the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill to Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 5 PM. This decision comes after the Senate’s email system crashed due to an overwhelming response, receiving over 200,000 submissions regarding the proposed extension of term limits. The Standing Committee on Justice, Legal

Mozambican police deploy on the streets of Maputo, Mozambique, Monday, October 21, 2024, during a nationwide demonstration   –   Copyright © africanews Carlos Uqueio/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved. By Africanews Last updated: 26/10 – 13:11 Protest Mozambique remains tense after a contentious election. Supporters of opposition candidate Venancio Mondlane have been staging rallies denouncing

Addis Abeba — The United Nations refugee agency (UNHCR) has warned that only 12 percent of the 576,000 refugee children in Ethiopia have been registered in the country’s vital registration system, leaving the majority exposed to “severe protection risks and potential statelessness.” “The lack of proper documentation severely limits access to essential services and legal

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, left, and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim interact during an exchange of notes in Putrajaya, Malaysia Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024   –   Copyright © africanews Hasnoor Hussain/AP Last updated: 23 hours ago Abiy Ahmed Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met with his Malaysian counterpart on Saturday as he continued his visit

Kigali, Rwanda — Today, the African School of Governance Foundation (ASGF) announced the establishment of the African School of Governance (ASG) graduate institution designed to offer world-class public policy education, research, and engagement programs. Prominent African leaders have come together in this landmark step, as the initiative is set to transform the continent’s leadership landscape

Local Frantz Baptist shows bullet casings he collected from the streets near his home days after an armed gang attack on Pont-Sonde, Haiti, Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024   –   Copyright © africanews Odelyn Joseph/Copyright2024 The AP. All rights reserved Last updated: 11 hours ago Haitian politics Gangs continue to fight to to take over communities in

In a fiery press release issued by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), the party has called out Kenneth Msonda over shocking comments made during an MCP rally at Mgona ground in Lilongwe. The DPP is now demanding a public apology, labeling Msonda’s remarks as not only false but maliciously intended to undermine the party’s integrity.

Victims of Uganda’s notorious Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) said on Friday that they were disappointed in the sentence handed by judges to a former commander. Thomas Kwoyelo was given 40 years in prison for war crimes including murder, rape, enslavement, pillaging, torture, and kidnapping. He will, however, have to spend only 25 more behind bars

I am deeply appalled by the senseless killings that have gripped our communities in Athlone, Bishop Lavis, and Mamre over the last two days, leaving seventeen people dead in a disturbing wave of violence. These incidents are an indictment of our failing crime intelligence systems, and the South African Police Service (SAPS) response of merely

A statue honouring one of Detroit’s World War Two heroes has been found days after it was stolen from a local park. The 272 kilogramme bronze figure of the late Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Jefferson was snatched in the middle of the night on Tuesday. It appeared to have been sawed off at the ankles. Jefferson

The court rescheduled hearing regarding the N110 billion fraud case after Mr Bello failed to honour the summons directing him to appear for arraignment on Thursday. Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello continued to evade trial on Thursday by failing to respond to a summons for arraignment before the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court

Election officials in Mozambique on Thursday announced that the ruling party, Frelimo, has won the country’s disputed elections extending its five-decade grip on power The party’s candidate, Daniel Chapo, will replace President Filipe Nyusi, who is stepping down after the maximum two terms. Frelimo has ruled the country since its independence from Portugal in 1975

Frelimo wins total control, Renamo smashed, Podemos new official opposition The CNE will announce the official national results this afternoon at 14.30 local time. The results were prepared by STAE based on provincial results, and are largely unchanged from the numbers we have been reporting here based on the provincial results sheets (editais). In the

Britain is facing growing calls to open the door to reparatory justice for its role in the transatlantic slave trade. It peaked in the 1700s and saw millions of Africans forcibly transported to British colonies in the Americas, the Caribbean, and other countries where they were sold into slavery. Leaders of the Commonwealth group of

POLITICAL gamesmanship has reached fever pitch within the ruling Zanu PF where President Emmerson Mnangagwa is plotting to dump his ambitious deputy, Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, and replace him with a female candidate. The impending preemptive move is reportedly aimed at diluting Chiwenga’s influence amid reports the former army general is behind machinations to thwart

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa speaks at BRICS Summit   –   Copyright © africanews Alexander Nemenov/AP Last updated: 23/10 – 19:38 Brics Summit African leaders attending the summit of BRICS nations currently underway in Russia, spoke out on Wednesday about what they see as important issues on the international stage. The coalition that started with Brazil

ZIMBABAWE’s Information Minister, Jenfan Muswere was this Wednesday assigned an unenviable task of issuing an official rebuttal of ongoing internecine strife pitting President Emmerson Mnangagwa against his deputy, Vice President Constantino Chiwenga over succession. As Mnangagwa and his Zanu PF henchmen plot his bid for a third presidential term, Chiwenga is reportedly scheming, alongside his

Under a spotlight in a pitch dark room, Oliva Ouedraogo holds up a piece of fabric that looks like its stained with blood. She cries “Long live the girl!”, her voice drowning out the loud hum of a generator, an unfortunate necessity as the city of Bamako in Mali lies in darkness due to power

Jerez De La Frontera and London — As many European Union countries call for the bloc to clamp down on migration amid a surge in support for right-wing political parties, Spain is bucking the trend and insists Europe’s aging population needs controlled migration to boost its economy. The Spanish government said there is a need