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Around a hundred students have demonstrated in the Nigerien capital Niamey to support the military who took control of the country in a coup on 26 July.  Protesters were angry at sanctions and threats of military intervention by leaders in the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Niger’s presidential guard ousted and held President Mohamed Bazoum

Tshopo, Democratic Republic of Congo — Traditional healers harness generations-old treatments to provide relief for cavities and toothaches. With effortless ease and calm concentration, Jean Claude Lipaso mixes powders to treat the cavities of a 6-year-old girl sitting next to him. Over the past few years, the 38-year-old father of three has made a living

Niger’s new military junta has asked for help from the Russian mercenary group Wagner as a deadline approaches for it to release the country’s ousted president. One the coup leaders General Salifou Mody made the request while visiting neighbouring Mali. Niger’s junta faces a 6 August deadline set by the regional bloc known as ECOWAS

By Gerald C. Koinyeneh Monrovia — The Liberia Restoration Party (LRP) standard bearer, Mr. Allen Brown, has unveiled an ambitious agenda aimed at revitalizing the country’s economy, transforming the agricultural sector, and addressing various pressing issues if elected President. In two months, Mr. Brown will be competing against incumbent George M. Weah of the Coalition

Zimbabwe’s main opposition leader accused President Emmerson Mnangagwa of violating the law and tearing apart independent institutions to cling to power. In an interview with the Associated Press, Nelson Chamisa also warned that any evidence of tampering by Mnangagwa’s ruling party in this month’s elections could lead to “total disaster” for a beleaguered nation that

Harare — Niger’s President Mohamed Bazoum warned that the military junta’s attempt to seize power may have “devastating consequences” for the region, where Russian mercenaries have taken root. In a Washington Post op-ed, Bazoum said that the military is holding him captive. “I write this as a hostage. Niger is under attack from a military

Ethiopia’s Council of Ministers is declaring a state of emergency in the country’s Amhara region after authorities pleaded for help as clashes intensify between regional forces and the military. The prime minister’s office announced the decision on Friday after the region’s leader said regular law enforcement was no longer able to contain the violence. The

Nairobi — The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has moved to court to stop the implementation of the Finance Act 2023. In its suit papers, the body is further seeking orders compelling the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) from collecting the Housing Levy. Through its advocate Noel Okwach, LSK contends that the Act is unreasonable as

South Africa’s forward #08 Hildah Magaia (R) is congratulated by teammates after scoring a goal during the Australia and New Zealand 2023 Women’s World Cup, August 2, 2023.   –   Copyright © africanews MARTY MELVILLE/AFP or licensors Last updated: 10 hours ago South Africa The South African Banyana Banyana make history after their 3-2 win over

At 3 a.m. on July 26, 2023, the presidential guard detained President Mohamed Bazoum in Niamey, the capital of Niger. Troops, led by Brigadier General Abdourahmane Tchiani closed the country’s borders and declared a curfew. The coup d’état was immediately condemned by the Economic Community of West African States, by the African Union, and by

A spokesman for the French military on Wednesday said that any cooperation with Niger in the fields of development and financial aid and military partnerships had been suspended until further notice. His comments came as nations across the world respond to the military coup in the country which saw soldiers detain democratically elected President Mohamed

Breastfeeding is an important part of a baby’s growth, especially during the first 1000 days. This period, from conception to the child’s second birthday, is critical for a child’s development and overall well-being. However, for many mothers who must return to work, continued breastfeeding can be difficult if they are not supported. While some working

In this image taken from video provided by ORTN, Gen. Abdourahmane Tchiani makes a statement Friday, July 28, 2023, in Niamey, Niger   –   Copyright © africanews AP/AP Last updated: 18 hours ago Coup in Niger Niger’s new military ruler lashed out at neighbouring countries and the international community in a nationally televised speech Wednesday night

Nairobi — A preliminary review undertaken by the Communication Authority of Kenya (CA) and the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has raised serious concerns about sensitive data collected by Worldcoin. CA and ODPC issued a statement yesterday listing some of the red flags that require urgent attention, such as a lack of clarity

Ugandan divers look up as a helicopter searches for victims of a boat which capsized in Lake Victoria near the capital, Kampala, Uganda, Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018   –   Copyright © africanews Stephen Wandera/Copyright 2018 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 6 hours ago Uganda Twenty people died when a boat capsized in Ugandan waters

Authoritarian leaders headlined Italy’s recent migration conference in Europe’s latest drive to reduce migration from Africa at all costs. Leaders attending Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s 23 July Rome conference were invited less for their interest in migration and development than their perceived willingness to align with her hardline migration stance. Around 20 government leaders

The United States, which is betting on Niger in the anti-jihadist fight in the Sahel, has strongly condemned the overthrow of President Mohamed Bazoum but has so far refrained from speaking of a “coup d’etat”, retaining a little leeway. While France appears on the front line, ordering the suspension of its direct aid and the

The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and South Africa on the occasion of the South Africa – United States Working Group on African and Global Issues (WGAGI) in Pretoria on July 31. Begin text: South Africa hosted a successful meeting of the South Africa

The chiefs of staff of the countries of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) are meeting from Wednesday to Friday in Abuja on the subject of the putsch in Niger, announced Tuesday evening the regional organization in a statement. West African leaders meeting in an extraordinary summit on Sunday in the Nigerian capital

Juba, South Sudan — A group of Sudanese rights and professional bodies has accused both warring parties in Sudan of committing atrocities that could be prosecuted as war crimes and crimes against humanity. In a petition addressed to United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, the coalition called for an investigation by the International Criminal Court. More

Colonel Abdoulaye Maiga, the Malian junta’s Minister of State for Territorial Administration and Decentralisation, speaking on public television ORTM   –   Copyright © africanews 2023/ORTM Last updated: 01/08 – 08:38 Niger In a move considered a tactical way to protect the recent regime change in Niger, Mali’s military Junta said Monday that they stand to support

Yaounde — Hundreds of women and activists marched in the capital of Cameroon Monday, calling for an end to the country’s separatist crisis and for the government to provide more help to reduce the high cost of living. The march coincides with the observance of Pan African Women’s Day. Several hundred women at a courtyard

Opposition supporters gather in front of a burning barricade during protests against the high cost of living in Nairobi, Kenya on July 19, 2023   –   Copyright © africanews LUIS TATO/AFP or licensors Last updated: 13 hours ago Kenya politics Kenya has in recent months experienced a wave of anti-tax protests against the already high cost

Nairobi — West African nations have given Niger one week to return to civilian rule following the recent coup there and threatened measures including the use of force unless coup leaders return ousted President Mohamed Bazoum to power. The situation complicates the fight against terrorism in the Sahel region. Confidence MacHarry is a Nigeria-based geopolitical

The detention of Senegalese opposition figure Ousmane Sonko on Monday sparked new protests, killing two in the southern city of Ziguinchor. The seven new charges against Sonko were announced by Senegal’s public prosecutor on Saturday and include a charge for inciting insurrection.  According to the prosecutor, these charges are separate from the moral corruption case

Nairobi — The Government will make the port of Mombasa more efficient. Working with partners, President William Ruto said, the Government is keen on transforming the port to be globally competitive. He said reforms at the port are crucial for the country’s prosperity. “The productivity of this Port is directly linked to the state of

This handout photograph released by the Moroccan Royal Palace on November 6, 2022, shows Moroccan king Mohammed VI delivering a speech to the nation   –   Copyright © africanews HANDOUT/AFP Last updated: 22 hours ago Morocco Morocco’s King Mohammed VI has expressed hope for a return to normality and reopening of borders with North African neighbour

The National Association of Broadcasters, media managers and experts, the ministries of Finance and that of ICT and National Guidance, are debating whether the government should give its advertising money only to Vision Group and Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC) or include private media as well. Private media owners insist they provide a public good and

Several thousand demonstrators gathered in Niger’s capital, Niamey, to demand the departure of French military troops from the country. They also want an end to other foreign interference, after last week’s coup that has brought a military junta to power. However West African leaders meeting in an extraordinary summit on Niger have threatened military action

Kenya will on Monday host a high-level five-day workshop to discuss feed and fodder shortage, and the adverse effects the crisis has caused- including a sharp increase in nutritious foods sourced from livestock. We are all crying about the high cost of eggs and milk, which is a direct impact of the feed and fodder

Chinese President Xi Jinping met on Friday with Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh Ghazouani in Chengdu, capital city of southwest China’s Sichuan Province. The meeting between the two heads of state sealed the cooperation between the two countries in fields ranging from the economy to education and medical support. President Xi thanked the Mauritanian president

The European Union on Saturday said it would not recognise Niger’s putschists who seized power this week and that it was suspending security cooperation with the jihadist-hit country. Abdourahamane Tchiani, a general who has led Niger’s presidential guard since 2011, declared himself head of the troubled West African country on national television on Friday. The

Supporters in favour of amending the constitution hold posters urging to vote yes in the upcoming referendum at the last campaign meeting, in Bangui, on July 28, 2023   –   Copyright © africanews BARBARA DEBOUT/AFP or licensors By Africanews Last updated: 29/07 – 18:05 Central African Republic Some two to three thousand people gathered in the

The Member representing Eket/ONNA/Esit Eket/Ibeno Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Okpolupm Etteh, has appealed to Federal and State Governments through their respective Ministries of Health, Information and the National Orientation Agency to intensify efforts in the fight against the viral Hepatitis. Hon. Etteh, who is also the Deputy Chairman of the House

Citizens in Niger have expressed hope in the future three days after the military takeover that led to the detention of former president Mohamed Bazoum. “We think that the arrival of the military at the head of the country will give us a little more hope by thinking that their arrival will cause the situation

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) has decided to temporarily lift the ban on the coverage of government activities, government official, and government events. The decision to lift the ban comes following a series of positive developments displayed from the top two government organs. The ban has been temporarily lifted as a goodwill gesture and

Kenyan President William Ruto on Friday condemned the coup in Niger, calling the army takeover of the unstable jihadist-hit nation “a serious setback” for Africa. “On Wednesday Africa suffered a serious setback in its democratic gains as the aspirations of the people of Niger for constitutional democracy were subverted by an unconstitutional change of government

As a woman, I strongly believe that menstrual stigma is a grave problem affecting girls worldwide. The shame and silence surrounding menstruation are deeply rooted in cultures and societies, perpetuating a cycle of ignorance and misinformation. It is high time that we address this issue head-on and bring about much-needed change. Menstruation is a natural

Opposition leader, Ousmane Sonko, addresses his supporters during a meeting in Ziguinchor on May 24, 2023.   –   Copyright © africanews MUHAMADOU BITTAYE/AFP or licensors Last updated: 19 hours ago Senegal Leading Senegalese opposition politician Ousmane Sonko was arrested on Friday, members of his party and a senior security official told AFP, although no precise reasons

Most citizens want tighter regulation of the resource extraction industry to reduce its impact on the environment. Key findings Half (49%) of Kenyans say pollution is a “somewhat serious” or “very serious” problem in their community. More than half (55%) of respondents say the primary responsibility for reducing pollution and keeping the community clean rests

Several hundreds responded to a call from putsch leaders in Niger’s capital Niamey on Thursday to gather in support of mutinous soldiers who announced they had seized power in a coup over the West African country’s deteriorating security situation. Some waved Russian flags, echoing similar demonstrations held after coups in neighbours Mali and Burkina Faso.

In preparing the program “Journeys With the Oud,” Afropop’s Banning Eyre visited Palestinian composer Simon Shaheen, an oud and violin virtuoso. They met in Shaheen’s Brooklyn apartment on a snowy, February afternoon in 2003. They had spoken many times since meeting in 1995, but this time, the focus was on just one subject: the oud.

Supporters of Zimbabwe’s main opposition party attended a Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) rally in Chegutu, ahead of the country’s general election on August 23. While speaking at the rally, the 45 years Nelson Chamisa, who is the main opposition leader warned against violence directed towards members of the opposition. He rallied for a better

Renk, South Sudan — ‘The South Sudan government, aid agencies, and donors need to work together to urgently put an end to this deepening crisis.’ A humanitarian tragedy is unfolding in the South Sudan border town of Renk, with more than 10,000 South Sudanese fleeing the conflict in Sudan trapped in deplorable conditions in a

Joseph Francis Sumegne with his sculptures   –   Copyright © africanews Africanews Last updated: 11 hours ago Cameroon In Yaoundé, Cameroon, a painter and sculptor Joseph Francis Sumegne presents his exhibition “La citadelle des anciens” (“The citadel of the elders”). Half-man, half-animal sculpture made from objects of all kinds. The result is an impressive display of

United States Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith speaks during a media conference at NATO headquarters in Brussels, Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022.   –   Copyright © africanews Virginia Mayo/Copyright 2022 The AP. All rights reserved Last updated: 26/07 – 21:19 NATO Stakes are high as African dignitaries met Russian president Vladimir Poutine in St Petersburg for the

Zambia crashed out of the Fifa Women’s World Cup after a Jennifer Hermoso masterclass sent Spain through to the last 16 in style. Teresa Abilleira opened the scoring early on, as she found the top corner from a distance just nine minutes in, after being assisted by Hermoso. Four minutes later, Hermoso found the back

The presidential guard behind an attempted coup d’état in Niger dispersed demonstrators supporting President Mohamed Bazoum in Niamey on Wednesday with warning shots. The demonstrators were trying to approach the presidency, where Mohamed Bazoum is being held by the presidential guard when they were dispersed by these shots. At least one demonstrator was wounded, but

CITIZENS Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa has promised President Emmerson Mnangagwa a seat in Zimbabwe’s 10th Parliament as Leader of Opposition, a position the former unsuccessfully tabled for him in 2018. Chamisa, who is widely expected to present Mnangagwa with the most competition among 10 other presidential candidates, was speaking at a rally

At least 77 people were injured, five of them critically, after two buses collided at the entrance to a South African university on Tuesday, police and transport authorities said. One of the buses was a university vehicle ferrying students between campuses at the University of Johannesburg, while the other was a city bus. In the

But the future of this West Coast jewel is not yet assured, despite record rains this year Record rainfall has again filled Verlorenvlei on the West Coast after seven years of drought. But the future of this important biodiversity site depends on a crucial meeting this week. Scientists will present their findings on the vlei’s

Members of the Writers Guild of America and the Screen Actors Guild pose for a photo while walking a picket line outside of Warner Bros. in New York on July 13, 2023.   –   Copyright © africanews TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP or licensors Last updated: 22 hours ago Tunisia Over 300 people rallied in Tunis on Tuesday

City of Cape Town and SAPS are investigating the deaths Police and the City of Cape Town are investigating the deaths of three children in Khayelitsha two weeks ago. Alunezo Janda, Athanathi Janda and Hlelo Mahlatshana died soon after playing on an unofficial dump site. Families have rallied round to collect money for the funeral

OIF Secretary-General Louise Mushikiwabo   –   Copyright © africanews FETHI BELAID/AFP or licensors Last updated: 10 hours ago Democratic Republic Of Congo Contrary to what the Congolese government announced on Monday evening, the Secretary General of the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (OIF), Louise Mushikiwabo of Rwanda, will not be in Kinshasa for the Jeux de

“I am glad to report that the printing of all sensitive and non-sensitive materials for the 2023 General Election was entirely done in Nigeria. This is the first time in 44 years since the transition to democratic rule in 1979 that this great step was taken and achieved.” Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission

Overnight Sunday, some people left their homes to sleep in tents erected on the beach   –   Copyright © africanews FETHI BELAID/AFP or licensors Last updated: 24/07 – 20:37 Tunisia People in Tunisia on Monday scrambled to find ways to call off as temperatures soared abouve 50 degrees celsius. Summer temperatures normally peak at 45 degrees

Morocco’s hopes of a dream Women’s World Cup debut descended into a disappointment as the Atlas Lionesses were defeated 6-0 by two-time champions Germany on Monday. The Atlas Lionesses were humbled by the world football giants, with skipper Alexandra Popp bagging a brace. Germany wasted no time asserting their dominance when Popp powered home a

Senegal faced a new tragedy on the migration route linking West Africa to the Canary Islands: at least fifteen lifeless bodies were found Monday morning off Dakar. “They were migrants a priori”, Samba Kandji, deputy mayor of the Ouakam district, told AFP. Gendarmes and firefighters were on a beach in this district of the capital

PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has warned foreign observer missions that have been accredited to observe the August 23, 2023 harmonised elections to stick to their mandate. Addressing around 100 000 Zanu PF supporters in Centenary, Mashonaland Central province on Saturday, President Mnangagwa said Zimbabweans are a peace loving people and would never want to see violence

South Africa’s hopes of claiming their first ever Women’s World Cup point were agonizingly dashed by a late Swedish fightback in Wellington on Sunday. The Banyana Banyana, the African champions, looked on course for a famous result after Hildah Magaia’s strike put them ahead early in the second half. But the highly-ranked Europeans showed their

At least 12 people have died and dozens injured in Cameroon’s business hub, Douala, after a four storey building collapsed in the early hours of Sunday morning. The cause of the collapse is unclear but the taller building appears to have fallen onto a smaller one. Emergency services remained at the scene into Sunday evening.

Describes Court Order as unrealistic and unrealisable *says over 10 years later, British prosecutors yet unable to show any evidence of monies defrauded or missing from Delta State’s coffers. Former governor of Delta State, Chief James Onanefe Ibori has vowed to appeal the latest United Kingdom (UK) forfeiture judgement against him saying that he was

Medicines in Gambia being checked for safety   –   Copyright © africanews AFP Last updated: 22/07 – 14:56 Gambia Four types of medicine, made in India, caused the deaths of at least 70 children in Gambia last year, according to a presidential commission of inquiry. According to the World Health Organisation the syrups contained “unacceptable” quantities

Two more mass graves with over 146 bodies in West Darfur are only the “tip of the iceberg”, residents say. As peace efforts stall and the ICC opens a new investigation, when will the Security Council act? Local people were forced to dig a mass grave for 87 bodies on 20 and 21 June in

South African football players say they are committed to playing in the Women’s World Cup following disputes around player and support staff pay. The team captain Refiloe Jane has assured fans back home they are fully focused on their upcoming tournament matches. She confirmed that all disputes with the South African federation had been settled

This will be the second appearance by the African Champions, who first made their debut back in 2019. All the hard work the team has put in since assembling for camp on 12 June 2023 will be finally be put to the test against a strong Sweden side that is currently ranked third in the

A senior figure in South Africa’s national assembly has condemned the decision by the United States to send cluster bombs to Ukraine. It follows confirmation by the White House that controversial cluster munitions provided by the United States to Ukraine have been deployed on the battlefield against Russian forces. But Deputy Speaker of the National

Responding to the announcement that a global civil society and Indigenous peoples’ coalition, which includes Amnesty International, has won the prestigious United Nations Human Rights Prize for successfully campaigning to have everyone’s right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment universally recognized by the United Nations, Agnès Callamard, Amnesty International’s Secretary General, said: “Amnesty International

The Ponte City skyscraper in Johannesburg, completed in 1975, was once a sought-after location. In the subsequent years it fell into disrepair anddisreputebefore its own renaissance. Foundation Dlala Nje — Zulu for “Let’s have fun!” — wants to change negative perceptions about the area. The view of Johannesburg from the Ponte City skyscraper is breathtaking, but the

The inaugural conference hopes to bring journalists, policymakers, digital technologists, innovators and others to discuss issues that affect journalism and the media in West Africa. Busola Ajibola of the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) is leading the team organising the West African Journalism Innovation Conference (WAJIC). The inaugural conference hopes to bring journalists

In a Dutch museum the sound of hip-hop blares out next to sarcophagi and statues, in what curators say is an attempt to show the influence of ancient Egypt on black musicians. A photo of superstar Beyoncé dressed as Queen Nefertiti sits next to ancient busts, while a video of Rihanna channels Egyptian styles. What

Kigali, Rwanda — Somalia’s youth are facing a crisis. The country has been facing challenges in addressing youth unemployment, this means that millions of young people are unable to find work and are therefore unable to support themselves or their families. The country is one of the poorest in Sub-Saharan Africa, with most of the population

After a day of clashes between the police and protesters, Kenya’s President reiterated his warning to the opposition coalition which called for a 3-day anti-government protests. Ruto spoke Thursday (Jul. 20) in Isiolo, eastern Kenya. He accused the opposition of sabotaging the economy with recurrent protests. “Every part of Kenya have said we cannot sabotage

Kigali, Rwanda — Sudan is facing a perfect storm of conditions that are leading to famine – with conflict, political unrest, the climate emergency, and COVID-19 all adding fuel to the fire. This is an increasingly challenging situation due to conflict and a worsening climate crisis, which is disproportionately affecting women in the country. Women

Referee Yoshimi Yamashita of Japan (C) and assistant referees Naomi Teshirogi of Japan (L) and Makoto Bozono of Japan at Eden Park in Auckland on July 20, 2023.   –   Copyright © africanews SAEED KHAN/AFP or licensors Last updated: 17 hours ago Australia The FIFA Women’s World Cup kick off on Thursday (Jul.20). If the focus

Kigali, Rwanda — In Africa, the fight against malnutrition and food insecurity has long been a pressing issue. But while significant progress has been made, a glaring disparity persists – the gender nutrition gap. This gap refers to the unequal access to nutritious food, healthcare, and education between men and women, leading to adverse health

Samsara’, 2018 by Delphine Diallo is on display at London’s Somerset House as part of a new exhibition called ‘Black Venus’ running though September 24, 2023.   –   Copyright © africanews AP Photo Last updated: 7 hours ago United Kingdom At London’s Somerset House an exhibition reflects on the historical representation and shifting legacy of Black

Monrovia — The World Bank has released its Fourth Edition of the annual Liberia Economic Update, titled “Getting Rice Right for Productivity and Poverty Alleviation,” emphasizing the crucial role of improved rice production in achieving food security and reducing poverty. The report highlights significant progress in the agricultural sector, with rice and cassava production driving

Kenyan police officers and protesters some of them throwing stones clashed Wednesday (Jul. 19) in a new wave of demonstrations organized by the opposition. The clashes that left at least 12 people. The opposition called for three days of countrywide protests aimed at forcing the president to repeal a finance law imposing new taxes. Ruto

Harare — The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)’s national mining corporation and the United Arab Emirates agreed to a $1.9 billion contract to develop at least four mines in the country’s troubled east, Al Jazeera reports. The cooperation between Societe Aurifere du Kivu et du Maniema (Sakima) and the Emirati government was inked in

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi on Wednesday (Jul. 19) pardoned an unspecified number of people, including researcher Patrick Zaki, official reports say. Mr Zaki was sentenced on Tuesday (Jul. 18) to three years in prison by the court in the Nile Delta city of Mansoura taken into custody from the courtroom directly after the verdict, a group

With the Women’s World Cup launching this month, FIFA is still siding with corrupt national football federations over women players. Across Africa, wage theft for female players and rampant gender inequality continue to characterize the women’s game. My national team, the Nigerian women—nicknamed the Super Falcons—are supposed to open the tournament playing host country Australia

A court in Egypt has sentenced rights researcher Patrick Zaki to three years in prison for “spreading false news”. Previously, Zaki spent 22 months in pre-trial detention until December 2021 over an article he wrote on discrimination against Coptic Christians. The drawn-out case triggered international condemnation, particularly in Italy where he had been studying at

Harare — In the Northern White Rhino rescue initiative, five more embryos and surrogate moms have been introduced. The BioRescue group, an international project funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (officially abbreviated BMBF), has achieved notable strides toward its end goal in the four years from the inception of this ambitious

South Africa’s ANC hosts political parties of BRICS countries ahead of the BRICS Summit in August   –   Copyright © africanews africanews By Africanews Last updated: 16 hours ago South Africa South Africa’s ruling African National Congress, (ANC), is hosting meetings with members of political parties from Brazil, Russia, India, China and others ahead of the

Harare — Due to inadequate evidence provided by the prosecution, a Kenyan court has acquitted a notorious self-styled preacher who claimed he could assist infertile couples in conceiving “miracle babies” through prayer, Al Jazeera reports. Gilbert Deya was declared not guilty on Julu 17 by Senior Principal Magistrate Robison Ondieki of the Milimani high court

Chinese president Xi Jinping hailed China’s relationship with Algeria in a meeting in the capital Beijing on Tuesday with his Algerian counterpart Abdelmadjid Tebboune. The meeting takes place a month before the BRICS Summit in South Africa. China has supported Algeria’s accession to the BRICS mechanism. “For 65 years, China and Algeria have always shared

This article looks at the digital divide in education in Tanzania exacerbated by COVID-19 and suggests ways of minimizing educational inequalities. The aim is to achieve inclusivity in digital learning in the rural-urban and rich-poor dimensions. On an early morning Wednesday, I was running Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with the Region’s Administrative Secretary (RAS) and

Murdered Congo opposition politician, Chérubin Okende   –   Copyright © africanews Samy Ntumba Shambuyi/Copyright 2021 The AP. All rights reserved. By Africanews Last updated: 20 hours ago Democratic Republic Of Congo The lawyer representing the family of former MP and opposition politician, Chérubin Okende, lodged a complaint against “unknown persons” with the public prosecutor’s office in

The biggest misconception surrounding disabilities is the belief that having a disability equates to inability, says Roselyne Olewe, a leading voice in the fight for the labour rights of persons with disabilities in Kenya. The mother of three is a disability rights advocate who is passionate about challenging stereotypes and creating an inclusive society for

Authorities in Kenya announced on Monday the discovery of 12 new bodies in the Shakahola forest where an evangelical sect practising extreme fasting was meeting. The new discovery brings the death toll to 403. Almost three months after the first victims of what has been dubbed the “Shakahola forest massacre” were discovered, police believe that

Standard Chartered Bank and Access Bank Plc have entered into agreements for the sale of Standard Chartered’s shares in its subsidiaries in Angola, Cameroon, The Gambia, and Sierra Leone, and its Consumer, Private and Business Banking business in Tanzania, to Access Bank. The announcement was made at Standard Chartered’s Headquarters in London yesterday in the

Nigeria’s Women World Cup squad received a warm First Nations welcome in Brisbane, Australia. Some of Nigeria’s staff and players joined, Saturday (Jul. 16), their host performing traditional dances. The ceremony took place 4 days before the FIFA Women’s World Cup kicks off. The Nigerians will start their World Cup campaign by facing Canada on

Abuja — * Wants UN to take firm stand against military coups President Bola Tinubu has called on fellow African leaders to respect democracy, and the rule of law, and also ensure political stability in the continent. Speaking yesterday in Nairobi, Kenya, at a high-level event organised by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on

This photograph shows a general view during the 5th mid-year coordination meeting of the African Union, at the United Nations (UN) offices in Gigiri, Nairobi, on July 16, 2023   –   Copyright © africanews SIMON MAINA/AFP or licensors Last updated: 18 hours ago Kenya African leaders gathered Sunday (July. 16) in Gigiri, Nairobi County for the

President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday in Nairobi, Kenya, reaffirmed Africa’s unity and strength, while strongly rejecting the notion of a new scramble for Africa. The President warned that past plundering and exploitation of the continent should remain in the past and never be repeated. Speaking at the 5th Mid-Year Coordination Meeting (5thMYCM) of the African

Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko led a peaceful protest banging pots and pans after authorities blocked a rally to publicly confirm he would run in next year’s presidential elections. Sonko, dressed in red in a sign of anger, appeared outside his home Saturday evening to kick off the protest, “symbolically” banging pots for several minutes.

A sit-at-home order has brought southeastern Nigeria to its knees. The Indigenous People of Biafra has distanced itself from the call and experts say that Nigerian President Bola Tinubu must resolve the region’s issues. A sit-at-home order called by a group known as the Biafra Republic Government in Exile (BRGIE) in the southeastern part of

South African Defence Force (SANDF) patrol at a toll station in Durban, South Africa, Friday July 14, 2023.   –   Copyright © africanews AP/Copyright 2019 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 22 hours ago South Africa South Africa deployed the army in four of its provinces after at least 21 trucks carrying goods were set

Water from floods that destroyed entire villages and displaced thousands still remains — and plans to drain it have stalled. There is no hope that villagers will soon return to their submerged homes. Water still cover large swathes of Bentiu four years after entire communites were plunged into chaos as extreme floods engulfed the area.

9-yar-old Lina, 9-year-old Yasmine, and 10-year-old Emna pose for a picture ahead of a local tournament at the Tennis Club of Tunis on July 15, 2023.   –   Copyright © africanews FETHI BELAID/AFP or licensors Last updated: 11 hours ago Tunisia On many tennis courts across Tunisia, her name is on everyone’s lips. Ons Jabeur, the

Harare — President Cyril Ramaphosa said that the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) Summit will go on and be in person despite the persistent rumors over Russian President Vladimir Putin’s attendance, EWN reports. This was revealed by Ramaphosa during a BRICS Business Council meeting in Sandton on July 13 since there have

The Tunisian coastguard said Thursday it had recovered the bodies of 13 migrants after a shipwreck off Sfax, the port where violent clashes erupted last week between migrants and residents. A Tunisian rights group warned about the plight of migrants expelled from the port of Sfax, calling for emergency shelters to be set up to

Harare — Egypt and Ethiopia have agreed to finalise an agreement over Ethiopia’s contentious Blue Nile mega-dam within four months, marking a breakthrough after years of tensions between the two nations, according to AFP. Since Ethiopia began construction on the enormous U.S.$4,2 billion Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) in 2011, Egypt has been concerned that

Former Manchester City footballer Benjamin Mendy, walks outside Chester Crown Court, where he is appeared accused of rape and attempted rape, in Chester, England   –   Copyright © africanews Peter Powell/AP Last updated: 11 hours ago Manchester City Former Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy was found not guilty at a retrial Friday of one count of

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo yesterday eulogised the late Professor Ama Ata Aidoo, as an exceptional writer whose kind will be difficult to find among the community of writers. “The late Ama Ata Aidoo was not just a famous poet and a playwright, but also an exceptional woman whose literary works went beyond the boundaries

The Senegalese government announced on Friday that the death toll had risen again, to 14 and four injured, following the capsizing of a pirogue on Wednesday in Saint-Louis (north), on the migratory route linking the country to the Spanish archipelago of the Canaries. A previous death toll established on Thursday by Interior Minister Antoine Felix

Gaborone — The agricultural sector should embrace new technologies to overcome climate change-related challenges, panellists including Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Mozambique’s Filipe Nyusi at the US-Africa business summit said. The two presidents, who have invited investors from the U.S. and across Africa to invest in the agricultural sectors in their countries, were participating in

After nearly five years, former Mozambique finance minister Manuel Chang was extradited to the US on Wednesday to face a fraud and corruption trial over a $2 billion scandal involving fraudulent government loans. Held in South Africa, Chang was finally handed over to US authorities after his last-ditch court effort to avoid extradition failed in

Floyd “Money” Mayweather finally jetted into the country for a two-day visit dubbed “Homeland Tour”. He arrived aboard his private jet, Air Mayweather, around 0830hrs and was entertained to some traditional music by Hwamanda Dance Troop from Mufakose. He was donning a scarf with Zimbabwe national colours. Programme yet to start in Mabvuku After a

Three meals a day and water: some 600 migrants, including children, rescued on Monday from the border between Tunisia and Libya are now safe, but small groups remain stranded in this desert area near the Algerian border, according to NGOs and witnesses. Following clashes that claimed the life of a Tunisian on July 3, hundreds

Nairobi — The government has lifted a suspension of Public Service Vehicles from using the Nairobi Expressway effective immediately. Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said the move is aimed at boosting mobility across the city. The ban had been put in place in July 2022 due to a rise in road accidents caused by PSVs.

South Africa’s Caster Semenya   –   Copyright © africanews AFP By Africanews Last updated: 4 hours ago South Africa The lawyer representing South African champion runner, Caster Semenya, said she is ‘disappointed’ with the reaction by World Athletics to her client’s ‘landmark’ win at the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) on Tuesday. “This is a

Mogadishu, Somalia — The Somali Civil Aviation Authority spoke about the plane crash at Mogadishu airport, which injured two people who were among the passengers onboard. A preliminary report from the aviation authority said that the plane skidded off the runway, which was the reason for the accident. The aviation agency said the plane was

British WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury announced on Tuesday that he’ll be fighting Mixed Martial Arts star Francis Ngannou later in the year. The fight will take place in Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh, on October 28. Fury’s last fight was in December when he stopped compatriot Derek Chisora inside 10 rounds. His opponent, MMA Heavyweight

Khartoum — Hereunder the Sudan News Agency (SUNA) publishes the statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the Quartet’s final statement. Ministry of Foreign Affairs Media and Spokesperson Department GoS’s Statement on the meeting of the Quartet Committee emanating from IGAD regarding Sudan The presence of the Sudanese delegation to Addis Ababa before

Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have announced a joint project to rehabilitate the railway line linking the Congolese mining regions to the Atlantic Ocean. Earlier this week, Luanda and Kinshasa granted a group of investors a 30-year concession to operate the line linking the Angolan port of Lobito to Kolwezi, in the

Nairobi — Kenyan nurses and midwives will soon be able to work in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) through a new deal. The Kenyan Government and KSA have collaborated to enhance safe, regular, and productive labor migration between the two countries. In an announcement, the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection has requested that

As the United Nations prepares to mark World Population Day (July 11) , the demographic of nations around the globe is dramatically changing. Growing populations in India and Africa are leading to greater development but they both also face the brunt of climate change. The United Nations estimates that of the world’s 8 billion population

Cape Town — Three new cardinals from the continent have been named by Pope Francis –  Archbishop  Stephen Ameyu Martin  of Juba in South Sudan, and Archbishop  Protase Rugambwa , the former Secretary of the  Dicastery for Evangelization , who was  appointed  the Coadjutor Archbishop for Tanzania’s  Tabora Archdiocese  on April 13, and South Africa’s 

The president of Mauritania, Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, called for the return of Mali to the G5 Sahel organisation. Mali left the regional military alliance fighting jihadist groups in May last year citing “loss of autonomy” and “instrumentalization” within the organisation. The appeal took place on Monday in the Mauritanian capital, Nouakchott, at the

Kilifi — The government has unearthed forty more mass graves as phase 4 of the Shakahola cult exhumations resumed on Monday. According to Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki, 339 lives have been lost so far. “We will do everything positive to make sure another Shakahola tragedy does not occur in our country. To the religious

The president of the Central African Republic, Faustin-Archange Touadéra, has delivered the new constitution draft to the campaign organizers ahead of the referendum at the end of the month. The minister for Youth and Sport claims the new constitution is the first that has not been imposed on the country. “There are two elements in

Land, Livelihoods Lost for Fossil Fuel Project Disastrous for Climate The French fossil-fuel giant TotalEnergies’ planned oil pipeline in East Africa has devastated thousands of people’s livelihoods in Uganda and will contribute to the global climate crisis. The project will displace more than 100,000 people, has caused food insecurity and household debt, caused children to

West African heads of state elected Nigerian president Bola Tinubu to lead regional bloc ECOWAS next year, replacing Guinea-Bissau leader Umaro Sissoco Embalo. Speaking at a summit in Bissau after being named president of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Bola Tinubu said democracy was “the best form of government”, although it was

Experts have issued an urgent plea for the government and farming community of Uganda to adopt more sustainable methods for coffee farming and production. The plea was made by the Director of the World Sustainability Organisation Paolo Bray. He warned that failure to act may result in the loss of Uganda’s position as one of

Gabon president, Ali Bongo Ondimba   –   Copyright © africanews LUDOVIC MARIN/AFP or licensors By Africanews Last updated: 5 hours ago Gabon The president of Gabon, Ali Bongo Ondimba, announced on Sunday that he would be seeking a third term in power. The president took over from his father Omar Bongo Ondimba in 2009 and was

After a drama-filled week, Ejikeme Mmesoma, the 19-year-old student of Anglican Girls’ Secondary School, Uruagu, Nnewi, Anambra State, has admitted manipulating her Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) result. Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra had set up a committee to investigate the issue. The eight-man committee invited the Principal of Anglican Girls’ Secondary School — Mrs

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the early hours of Saturday held a joint news conference in Istanbul with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, after the two leaders held talks. Speaking about security in the Black Sea region, Zelenskyy said more significant efforts were needed to limit Russia’s aggression. The Ukrainian president said the Black Sea

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia were on Friday, honored with a citation and an honorary Doctorate degree respectively, for their distinguished service to humanity, and exemplary leadership. Former President John Agyekum Kufuor, former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings, and the Chief of Staff at the Office of the

Zimbabwean police on Friday banned an opposition rally scheduled for Sunday, citing a lack of toilets and unsuitable roads at the venue, the latest ban ahead of the August elections. The political climate is worsening ahead of what promises to be a tense vote on August 23 in a country ruled by one political party

Washington, DC — More than 1,000 participants are expected for the U.S.-Africa Business Summit in Gaborone July 11-14, hosted by the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) and the Government of Botswana with a focus on “enhancing Africa’s value chains”. CCA is the leading U.S. business association devoted solely to promoting business between the United States

One of the rare African-born figures to head a German cultural institution, Bonaventure Ndikung is aiming to highlight post-colonial multiculturalism at a Berlin arts centre with its roots in Western hegemony. The “Haus der Kulturen der Welt” (House of World Cultures), or HKW, was built by the Americans in 1956 during the Cold War for

Harare — Giannis Antetokounmpo, often considered the best player in the NBA, may be known as “The Greek Freak”, but his parents are Nigerian. Born in Greece, Antetokounmpo is widely regarded as one of the greatest power forwards and one of the greatest European players of all time. His parents, Charles and Veronica Antetokounmpo, emigrated

Tunisian authorities are coming under heavy criticism following the expulsions of Sub-Saharan migrants. On Friday (Jul. 07), the head of the country’s main opposition coalition said the maltreatment of migrants ‘a disgrace’. Hundreds of migrants including children from sub-Saharan Africa have been left stranded in dire conditions in the south of Tunisia since being driven

Harare — Emmerson Mnangagwa Emmerson Mnangagwa, the current leader of Zimbabwe, was born in Zvishavane, Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), on September 15, 1942, to Mafidhi and Mhurai Mnangagwa. In 1955, his family moved to Zambia where he attended the Mumbwa Boarding School, Kafue Trade School, and Hodgson Technical College. Mnangagwa is a former vice president

Unconfirmed reports cited by French news agency, AFP, suggest that Russian paramilitary group, Wagner, have been leaving the Central African Republic in recent days. The agency cites several foreign sources.  The reports however are denied by Fidèle Gouandjika, a special minister and adviser to President Touadéra. Contacted by AFP on Friday, Gouandjika denied the allegations

It’s the holidays, a good time to learn about our heritage! Khadija Seck wants to seize this opportunity to help children from the African diaspora get in touch with their countries of origin. Through Alima and the Magical Balafon, a book about the magical journey of an African girl, scheduled to be released in July

Kubik is proud of its pioneering, climate-friendly technology that recycles one of the world’s environmental curses — plastic waste  into construction blocks. But for the award-winning Ethiopian startup to achieve liftoff has been no easy task. It has had to fight tooth and nail to raise funds, says its youthful boss. Kubik takes in bundles

Nairobi — Kenya is set to implement a policy shift that will see the country cease encampment of refugees in favour of resettlement and reintegration. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki announced on Wednesday that the plan will be rolled out in the coming weeks, starting with the submission of regulations to operationalize and implement the

An Egyptian horseman cools off with his horse in one of the branches of the Nile river in Cairo 07 July 2000   –   Copyright © africanews MARWAN NAAMANI/AFP By Africanews Last updated: 22 hours ago Egypt Temperatures remained high in Egypt’s capital, Cairo, as local residents struggled to keep cool. Last week, Egypt experienced one

Before the enactment of AHA, there was hardly a day when the offices of Uganda Harm Reduction Network (UHRN) were not flooded with people. Located in Makindye, UHRN is a popular hub at supporting and addressing issues of people who use and inject drugs (PWUIDs), especially youth. Last week, The Observer tour of the place

Angelo Arrigoni closes Panificio Arrigoni, a staple in the Borgo Pio neighbourhood bordering Vatican city.   –   Copyright © africanews AFP By Africanews Last updated: 11 hours ago Italy After more than 90 years serving bread to tourists, local residents and even Popes, the historic Panificio Arrigoni in Rome’s Borgo Pio neighbourhood is closing doors this

BOUMERDES-On Wednesday, the President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune laid the foundation stone for the Cap Djinet seawater desalination plant in Boumerdes, as part of his working and inspection visit to the provinces of Algiers, Boumerdes and Tipaza, to mark the 61st anniversary of Independence Day and Youth Day. Stretching over 16 hectares, the plant

A child receives a shot during the launch of the extension of the world’s first malaria vaccine in Kenya’s Kimogoi Dispensary in Gisambai on March 7, 2023   –   Copyright © africanews YASUYOSHI CHIBA/AFP or licensors By Africanews Last updated: 05/07 – 18:55 USA The World Health Organization, WHO, described the malaria vaccine as “safe and

Moçâmedes — Fourteen giraffes, from Namibia, arrived this week in Angola, as part of the re-stocking programme of the species in the Yona National Park, located in the municipality of Tombwa, south-western Namibe Province. According to the Tombwa administrator, Abelardo Lemba, there are five males and nine females, which over the next few days will

A severely malnourished 27-month-old boy, is examined by a nurse for treatment in Mogadishu, Somalia, on June 1, 2022   –   Copyright © africanews ED RAM/AFP or licensors By Africanews Last updated: 17 hours ago USA The number of serious violations committed against children has hit a record high, according to the UN’s Secretary-General’s annual report

ZIMBABWE have named four swimmers to represent the country at the upcoming 20th World Aquatics Championships to be held in Fukuoka, Japan. The swimming team comprises Donata Katai, Paige Van Der Westhuizen, Denilson Cyprianos and Liam Davis. Katai is expected to compete in 50m and 100m backstroke while Van Der Westhuizen is up for 100m

European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell   –   Copyright © africanews Geert Vanden Wijngaert/Copyright 2023 The AP. All rights reserved By Africanews Last updated: 6 hours ago Niger The European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, described Niger as an “economic engine for the Sahel”. Borrell’s comments followed a meeting

Citizens lists as well as parties can stand in municipal elections, and must register with elections commissions by 14 July, in just two weeks. Citizens lists are proposed by associations which are registered with the Ministry of Justice, but in Nampula and Nacala, the registry offices (conservatórias) are blocking registration. In Nacala, the registry office

Security forces, separatist rebels and ethnic militiamen have committed “atrocities” in a troubled region in Cameroon, including executions, torture and rape, Amnesty International said on Tuesday. Its report found new evidence of abuses in the country’s Northwest Region – one of two western regions where anglophone militants declared independence from the majority francophone state in

Addis Abeba — The Ethiopian government is taking strides to acknowledge and regulate the longstanding informal cross-border trade occurring along the Djibouti border. The Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration is currently introducing a law with the goal of formalizing the informal trade activities that have been existing along the border between these countries. Kasahun

Dakar newpaper dailies   –   Copyright © africanews cleared Last updated: 10 hours ago Senegal Senegalese President Macky Sall has surprised many by deciding not to seek a third term in office. The decision is being greeted as a great relief by many in Dakar, where tensions had been running high prior to Sall’s address to

The law-enforcement authorities in the Zambezi region have expressed great concern about the high incidences of maize meal smuggling into the region from neigbouring Zambia. Since 2004, Zambia has consistently cultivated more maize – the national staple food – than is consumed domestically. The Zambian government buys the majority of maize directly from farmers In

A measure has been introduced in the U.S. House to ban imported products containing minerals critical to electric vehicle batteries but mined through child labor and other abusive conditions in DR Congo. The bill targets China, which sponsor Republican Rep. Chris Smith of New Jersey says uses forced labor and exploits children to mine cobalt

Addis Abeba — The recent implementation of a revised tax rate on condominium house roofs and walls by the Addis Ababa City Administration Revenue Office has sparked a heated debate and raised significant concerns among various stakeholders. Legal experts, financial analysts, and homeowners alike are voicing apprehensions about the potential implications of this tax adjustment

Senegal’s president Macky Sall is set to end the suspense on a potential 3rd term bid on Monday (Jul. 3rd) evening. The 2024 presidential race in Senegal has stocked tension. President Macky Sall is due to make an adress on national television at 8:00 pm (2000 GMT). On the eve of the 61-year-old nationwide address

On 3 July 2023 Paul Bekkers, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Netherlands to the United Nations Office at Geneva and Dr Catharina Boehme, Assistant Director General for External Relations and Governance, met to mark the renewal of the partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO) to strengthen Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in humanitarian

Saudi Arabia announced on Monday that it was extending its oil production cut by one million barrels a day to boost flagging prices, while Russia announced that it would cut its exports by 500,000 bpd in August. These measures are the latest to be taken by major producers to stabilize prices in the face of

The Zulu Monarch, King Misuzulu kaZwelithini is reportedly being treated for a suspected poisoning at a hospital in eSwatini. According to his traditional prime minister, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi the king suddenly took ill on Saturday and began suspecting that he may have been poisoned. “I am informed that His Majesty’s senior Induna, Mr Xaba, who

Burundian troops with the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) celebrated their country’s 61st Independence Day in Mogadishu and Jowhar on Saturday. The events in both cities were attended by high-ranking officials including ATMIS and United Nations representatives. The head of the African Union Transition Mission, Ambassador Mohamed El-Amine Souef, highlighted Burundi’s significant contributions

The three-day elective conference of the ANC Youth League became the final nail on the coffin of disgraced former ANC president Jacob Zuma. The conference rejected attempts by a small group of pro-Zuma supporters to disrupt the gathering by singing “Wenzeni uZuma” a signature tune of Zuma supporters. The curse of the Zuma name saw

King Misuzulu ka Zwelithini, centre, flanked by fellow warriors in traditional dress at the KwaKhangelamankengane Royal Palace, during a ceremony, in Nongoma, May 7, 2021.   –   Copyright © africanews AP/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. Last updated: 11 hours ago South Africa Uncertainty reigned on Sunday over the health of South Africa’s Zulu

Gaborone — Botswana and the London-based international diamond consortium De Beers have ended uncertainty over their long-standing partnership after announcing a 10-year extension to their diamond sales agreement. In a joint statement released late Friday, Botswana and De Beers indicated their sales agreement has been extended until 2034, while the mining license will be in

This Saturday marks the start of the sea lion hunting season in Namibia. An estimated 86,000 fur seals will be slaughtered, despite declining demand for their fur and growing opposition from conservationists. Demand from European clients has fallen dramatically since an EU ban on sea lion fur was introduced in 2009. China is currently the

analysis By Brandon D. Lundy, Mark Patterson, Monica Swahn and Nancy Hoalst-Pullen At what point does a craft spirit no longer qualify as craft? For centuries on the archipelago nation Cabo Verde off Africa’s west coast, farmers have produced a sugar cane-based craft spirit known as “grogue.” The liquor – an effervescent spirit with light

Ghana’s independent power producers have announced the suspension of a planned shutdown starting on July 1st.  In a statement released late on Friday, the group announced having reached a deal with state-run Electricity Company of Ghana over arrears owed to them. In May, the group of independent power producers rejected a government proposal to restructure

Julius Maada Bio, a 59-year-old former soldier, was sworn in for his second and final five-year term as president of Sierra Leone on 27 June. With 56% of votes cast in the election on 24 June, Bio was declared winner ahead of his main rival, Samura Kamara, who polled 41%. Kamara rejected the result and

Paul Rusesabagina, who inspired the film “Hotel Rwanda”, attends a court hearing in Kigali, Rwanda, Friday Feb. 26, 2021   –   Copyright © africanews Muhizi Olivier/Copyright 2021 The AP. All rights reserved. By Africanews Last updated: 5 hours ago Rwanda Rwandan political critic Paul Rusesabagina, internationally renowned for saving hundreds of people during the Tutsi genocide

As the president nears a year in office, he has been keen to emphasise the social and economic challenges facing his administration. Claim Six claims ranging from elections and jobs, to financial inclusion and Kenyans blacklisted by borrowing agencies. Verdict One correct, three mostly correct, one unproven, one incorrect Source William Ruto, president of Kenya

The mother of killed 17-year-old Nahel, at left on truck, gestures during a march for Nahel, Thursday, June 29, 2023 in Nanterre, outside Paris   –   Copyright © africanews AP Photo Last updated: 18 hours ago France France must address deep issues of racial discrimination in its police, the United Nations said Friday, after a third

El Fasher / Delling — Civilian groups in the North Darfur capital of El Fasher have managed to convince the warring Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to stop fighting in the area. Native Administration leaders in Delling, South Kordofan, agreed on Tuesday to launch such an initiative as well. Nimir Abdelrahman

The UN Security Council on Friday voted to end a decade-old peacekeeping mission to Mali, whose military junta urged the troops’ removal as it aligns with Russia. The Security Council voted unanimously on a resolution that will immediately start winding down the Minusma mission, started in 2013 to prevent a jihadist takeover. The vote came

Nairobi — Mozilla Corporation in collaboration with Nairobi City County Government (NCCG) hosted the inaugural Mozilla Africa Mradi Innovation Challenge at the Arboretum Park in Nairobi. The intensive pitching and selection process identified three tech start-ups: Getpayd, Deaf Elimu and Hali Halisi, and three student innovators: Classify Me, Audred and Mama Pesa. The innovators have

The body of a 19-year-old Guinean man killed during a roadside checkpoint on 14 June in south-west France was received in Conakry on Wednesday evening by his family and the authorities, who called for justice to be done, an AFP journalist noted. “It is with great emotion that we receive the body of young Alhoussein.

Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu recently appointed new military service chiefs alongside a new national security adviser and inspector general of police. They are expected to play a critical role in the national security architecture of the new administration. The appointment means the president has a technical team to assist him in securing the country.

The Rwandan government says it remains committed to the agreement with London to deport illegal migrants from Britain to Rwanda, despite the British courts ruling declaring the deal “illegal”. A statement signed by the east African govt spokesperson Yolande Makolo, said the decision ultimately rests with the British courts.  “While this decision ultimately rests with

South Africa’s National Health Insurance (NHI) bill has passed the first hurdle towards becoming law, getting the country closer to its vision of achieving universal access to healthcare. Section 27 of the country’s constitution states that everyone has the right to access to healthcare. The NHI bill, which has been passed by the national assembly

Souk in Essaouira, southwestern Morocco.   –   Copyright © africanews Mosa’ab Elshamy/Copyright 2023 The AP. All rights reserved. Morocco In the ancient Medina of Essaouira, in southwest Morocco, tourists and locals alike scour the city’s souks, where all their senses are stimulated. Amid the hustle and bustle of ongoing trade, colorful clothes and accessories cover the

Last year Spotlight reported that pilot projects testing out a new HIV prevention injection and a vaginal ring in South Africa would start early in 2023. Yet, as delegates gathered for the 11th SA AIDS Conference in Durban last week, those pilots hadn’t yet started. The latest estimates from Thembisa, the leading mathematical model of

In the hustle and bustle of a market on the outskirts of Dakar, men unload three 60-tonne trucks that block the roadway long enough to deliver their cargo of maad, a delicate and sought-after fruit. Sandika, in Pikine, is the largest fruit market in Senegal. It’s the place to be for maad, the star of

Recent developments in Mali point to an uncertain future. Last week, authorities in Mali announced that a constitutional referendum consolidating more power in the presidency and the military had been overwhelmingly approved by voters. Some regional leaders have framed this development as evidence of the Malian junta’s good faith intention to return the country to

Another successful rescue operation for SOS Méditérranée. The Ocean Viking, an ambulance vessel chartered by the NGO, rescued 86 people in distress off the coast of Libya on Tuesday as they tried to reach Europe on a makeshift boat, according to a press release. Sources say 80% of the rescues are believed to be minors

South Africa has experienced outbreaks of cholera since January. The worst was in May in Hammanskraal, north of Pretoria, where nearly 30 people died. Cholera is a bacterial disease which spreads via the faecal-oral route mostly through ingestion of contaminated food and water. It causes severe diarrhoea and dehydration, and in extreme cases death. The

At least 3 people were killed when a 14-story apartment building collapsed in Egypt’s northern coastal city of Alexandria, authorities said Tuesday. The high-rise in the Mediterranean city’s neighbourhood of Muntazah collapsed early on Monday and initial reports said eight people were missing beneath the rubble. On Tuesday, the city authorities confirmed that three bodies

analysis By Scott a Imberman and Katharine O. Strunk The Research Brief is a short take about interesting academic work. The big idea The COVID-19 pandemic had a stark negative impact on students’ math scores, new data from Michigan shows. Math achievement growth over the three-year period from spring 2019 through spring 2022 was substantially

Stand Up To Racism campaigners hold banners outside the High Court in…   –   Copyright © africanews Kirsty Wigglesworth/Copyright 2022 The AP Last updated: 11 hours ago United Kingdom London’s controversial plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda will cost nearly 200,000 euros per person, the British government acknowledged on Tuesday. The Conservative government has made

27th June 2023, London – The UK government has rejected a key amendment to the Financial Services and Markets Bill that would force financial institutions to carry out mandatory checks on whether their investments are financing global deforestation and human rights, in a move Global Witness described as “utter hypocrisy”. Despite backing from the Labour

Germany’s foreign minister Annalena Baerbock was in Pretoria on Tuesday to meet with her South African counterpart Naledi Pandor for the German-South African Binational Commission. Key issues expected to be discussed at the talks centred around energy security, climate change and geopolitical issues affecting Africa and Europe, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.  South Africa has

There is a need for command posts at the Victoria Port and Mahe International Airport to shift from an operational to a management mindset when dealing with emergencies, said an officer of Seychelles’ Disaster Risk Management Division (DRMD). The chief risk management officer, Daniel Cetoupe, made the statement on Friday, after two days of emergency

A new oil spill at a Shell facility in Nigeria has contaminated farmland and a river, upending livelihoods in the fishing and farming communities in part of the Niger Delta, which has long endured environmental pollution caused by the oil industry. The National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency, or NOSDRA, told The Associated Press

A revolt by the Wagner force in Russia poses a diplomatic quandary for African states where forces from the mercenary group have played an increasingly central role in long-running internal conflicts. Legalbrief reports that the Central African Republic (CAR), Mali, Sudan and Libya have all become platforms for the shadowy group which had plied Moscow’s

Soldiers   –   Copyright © africanews French Army via AP Last updated: 5 hours ago Wagner For years, the private paramilitary group Wagner has been considered Moscow’s armed wing abroad, notably in Syria and several African countries. This status is now being called into question by the halted rebellion led by Yevgeny Prigozhin, its leader. At

Hydrogen is odourless, colourless, tasteless and non-toxic. However, the Namibian government seems to alter the gas’ natural qualities, judging by the non-transparent way it’s tackling the much-hyped green hydrogen project. The project, which has been steamrolled by the Presidency, is beginning to smell fishy with each passing day because of the team’s stubborn refusal to

Mounira is barely 40 centimeters tall. Mouth open, cheek flat against her mother’s chest, this baby born almost two months prematurely is growing thanks to the “kangaroo” method, increasingly used around hospitals in Côte d’Ivoire. Her mom Affousata Sidibé is happy with the results of this method. “I’m leaving today. Anyway, I’m happy, very happy.

The Ministry of Health and Social Services has spent N$462,1 million more than what was allotted for the 2021/2022 fiscal year, after receiving an allocation of N$8 billion. This is according to a health ministry audit report tabled by auditor general Junias Kandjeke in the National Assembly this week. “This amount is unauthorised in terms

Vote counting began in Sierra Leone on Saturday following a mostly peaceful general election despite a late start in some polling stations, as the opposition denounced alleged irregularities. President Julius Maada Bio is seeking a second term amid a crippling cost-of-living crisis that sparked deadly riots last year. Twelve men and one woman are vying

OVER THE PAST FEW months, a concerning surge in cases of child sexual abuse have even reported in Namibia, with a large proportion of these heinous acts committed by primary caregivers. This highlights the urgent need for action to be taken to protect children from sexual abuse. It is particularly alarming because primary caregivers are

The chief of the rebel Wagner mercenary force will leave Russia and won’t face charges after calling off his troops’ advance on Saturday, Moscow said, easing Russia’s most serious security crisis in decades. The feud between Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin and Russia’s military brass came to a violent head in the past day, with his

IN SHORT: A video on TikTok claims to reveal never-seen-before photos of starving people in Kenya’s Shakahola forest, the site of mass starvation deaths allegedly encouraged by a self-declared pastor. But the photos shown are old and not from Kenya. A video posted on TikTok on 2 May 2023 claims to expose photos that the