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The death toll from the collapse of a four-story building in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, has risen to 20, President…

The Shakahola tragedy, one of Kenya’s most devastating episodes linked to religious extremism, has left over 600 individuals unaccounted for,…

Namibians are set to cast their votes on November 27 in a high-stakes presidential and parliamentary election, following the death…

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has urged the United States to reconsider its Level 3…

Kizza Besigye, a leading Ugandan opposition figure, has been allegedly abducted in Nairobi and is currently detained in a military…

Zimbabwe and Zambia are meeting this week in Victoria Falls to discuss strategies to attract investment in energy projects, as…

Sudan’s Sovereign Council Chairman and military leader, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, firmly rejected a United Nations Security Council resolution that was…

A devastating fire on Tuesday night in Kitui Village, located in Nairobi’s Pumwani area, claimed the lives of six people…

The AFCON Week 6 matches have concluded. With a goal by Mouhamed Soueid in the 45+4th minute, Mauritania defeated Cape…

In Nigeria, food is far more than mere sustenance—it is a vibrant reflection of the nation’s rich history, diverse cultures,…

Did you know that Africa is home to the longest river in the world? The Nile River stretches across an…

It has been decades since many African nations gained their independence, yet the shadow of colonial rule still looms large…

Zimbabwe’s move to align electricity tariffs with actual costs has triggered a surge in energy sector investments, potentially easing the…

We have compiled the top 10 greatest African footballers of all time. 1.) At the top of the list is…

The ongoing conflict in Sudan’s Al Jazirah state has claimed at least 527 lives in the Al-Hilalliya area since late…

South Africa is planning to establish its first artificial intelligence institute to prioritize advanced AI research. Africa has a high…

In a significant shift, African businesses are increasingly prioritizing trade within the continent over traditional markets in Asia, Europe, and…

Tanzania’s electric Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), launched three months ago, is transforming regional transportation and economic opportunities. The railway, East…

Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi “Irro” has been declared the sixth president of Somaliland, securing a landslide victory with 63.92% of the…

The final matches of Groups D and F in the AFCON qualifiers have been played. Angola and Sudan, both of…

The Seychelles government and the World Bank held discussions on Monday, focusing on new areas of collaboration, including climate finance,…

A four-story building collapsed in Kariakoo, Dar es Salaam, on Saturday morning, claiming 13 lives and leaving many injured. Rescue…

Angola’s Ministry of Health has confirmed the country’s first case of mpox, previously known as monkeypox, in the capital city…

At least 11 people were killed and several others injured in inter-clan clashes over grazing land in Labi Ano, east…

South Africa has issued a strong condemnation of Israel’s recent attack on Syria, describing it as a blatant violation of…

Originally developed for military use, drones—also known as unmanned aerial vehicles—are now used for purposes such as package delivery, agriculture,…

A prominent Nigerian environmentalist has accused oil giant Shell of causing environmental and health crises in the Niger Delta, branding…

South Africa is implementing urgent measures after a wave of food poisoning incidents claimed the lives of 22 children, with…

Gabon is holding a crucial constitutional referendum on Saturday, which could significantly alter the country’s political landscape. The proposed changes…

In today’s AFCON group matches, two teams from Group K, both already qualified for the next stage, went head-to-head. South…

Nigeria’s deepwater oil sector has emerged as one of the most competitive globally, climbing from the bottom quartile of 13…

A week-long theater festival in Burkina Faso’s capital, Ouagadougou, has provided a rare moment of escape and solidarity for those…

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin his three-nation tour tomorrow, November 16, with Nigeria as his first destination, followed…

The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) has announced a partnership with Tonix Pharmaceuticals, a U.S.-based biopharmaceutical company, to conduct a…

Rwanda is aiming to raise $6.2 billion in climate finance between 2024 and 2030, as part of its newly adopted…

Fighting intensified in El Fasher, the capital of Sudan’s North Darfur, on Thursday as Sudanese military and allied forces clashed…

An international festival dedicated to peace and set to take place in eastern DR Congo has been canceled due to…

The AFCON Week 5 matches continue with high intensity. A thrilling match was played between South Sudan and the Republic…

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The Sudanese army reported shooting down seven drones launched by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) targeting army and allied positions…

At least 16 people were killed when a landslide struck a boat on the Tsiribihina River in western Madagascar, authorities…

President Samia Suluhu Hassan is set to make history next week as the first female leader of Tanzania to attend…

Rodents, Squirrels Identified as Potential Mpox Virus Carriers Scientists are tracing the origins of the mpox virus to various animal…

Trump’s Return Raises Questions on Sudan Relations With Donald Trump set to resume the US presidency following his November 5…

In a stern rebuke, South Africa has condemned a recent statement by Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, who announced that…

In the early 1980s, despite facing economic struggles, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania’s coastal hub, became a vibrant center for live…

Ethiopia is overhauling its tourism policy and expanding destinations to unlock its vast potential and significantly boost revenue, the Ministry…

Zambia’s central bank governor, Denny Kalyalya, has cautioned that the rally in the U.S. dollar following Donald Trump’s election victory…

African music has been a vibrant part of the continent’s cultural fabric for millennia, playing a key role in social…

The festive COP29 climate talks are underway in Baku, Azerbaijan, led by COP29 President Mukhtar Babayev. Kenya, chairing the African…

The 5th matchday of the AFCON qualifiers group stage kicks off today. While some teams have already secured their place…

Fifty years ago this month, the discovery of Lucy, a fossilized skeleton unearthed in Ethiopia, marked a pivotal moment in…

At least 23 people died on Tuesday in Al-Hilaliya, Sudan, a town under siege by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF),…

Banana farming, a crucial livelihood in Tanzania, has long faced challenges from pests, diseases, and low productivity. Now, the TARI-Makuru…

Nigerian footballer Gift Atulewa passed away at the young age of 38. The professional footballer’s cause of death was reported…

A shortage of mpox vaccines has delayed the launch of a vaccination campaign in the capital, Kinshasa, as the outbreak…

More than a million voters in Somaliland cast their ballots on Wednesday in peaceful presidential and parliamentary elections, drawing interest…

On Monday, a group of Tunisian traders gathered outside the Bengardane municipality, located near the Libyan border, to protest the…

South Africa has presented compelling evidence at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to support its genocide case against Israel,…

Somaliland, despite being internationally unrecognized, has made significant strides in political stability and democratic development since its unilateral declaration of…

Africa’s vast reserves of critical raw materials (CRMs) are positioning the continent as a pivotal player in the global green…