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Imam Abdullah Haron was a prominent figure in the fight against apartheid in South Africa, known for his unwavering commitment…

In a significant initiative, several African nations are in discussions to establish a joint “debt-for-nature” swap that could potentially raise…

The Central African subregion, prominently featuring the expansive Congo Basin, is recognized for housing one of the world’s largest and…

Kenya has now become the second-highest country in Africa regarding the number of projects blacklisted by the African Development Bank…

Morocco clinched a narrow 4-3 victory over Iran in a dramatic Round of 16 match at the 2024 Futsal World…

A recent study has raised serious alarms regarding the future of hooded vultures in Ghana and South Africa, highlighting significant…

Benin’s government announced on Wednesday evening that it had successfully thwarted a coup attempt, resulting in the arrests of several…

On September 25, Mozambique proudly celebrates Armed Forces Day, also known as Revolution Day, honoring the courageous inception of the…

Migration across Africa remains a multi-dimensional crisis, driven by political instability, economic hardship, environmental degradation, and armed conflicts. Millions of…

On September 24, South Africa ignites a nationwide celebration of National Heritage Day, honoring the rich and diverse cultural landscape…

Honoring the Heroes of Liberation On September 24, Guinea-Bissau proudly celebrates its Independence Day, a day that not only marks…

The transfer of heavy weaponry from Egypt to Somalia has alarmed Somaliland’s government, which warns that this move threatens the…

In a significant political development, Senegal’s two former ruling parties, led by ex-presidents Macky Sall and Abdoulaye Wade, have formed…

The Sudanese army has successfully retaken a village near the strategic city of Wad Madani, a military source reported on…

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day is a significant public holiday in Ghana, observed on September 21st each year to honor the…

Witnesses and local organizations are accusing the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of perpetrating a new series of atrocities in villages…

Djibouti has proposed an alternative port for South Sudan’s oil exports, highlighting the risks of depending on a single route,…

Mass protests erupted across Morocco on Friday, with more than 100 demonstrations taking place to denounce Israeli attacks on the…

In a remarkable archaeological breakthrough in 2023, researchers uncovered ancient wooden logs in Zambia that date back approximately 500,000 years.…

A U.N. health official on Friday has indicated that the mpox outbreak in Burundi could potentially be contained within weeks,…

The Sudanese health ministry announced on Thursday that the cholera outbreak sweeping through nine states has claimed 348 lives and…

A military helicopter carrying foreign peacekeepers crashed on Thursday outside Mogadishu, Somalia’s capital, with all personnel on board, including three…

In a significant development at the United Nations, Malawi, along with 13 other countries, cast a decisive vote against a…

On Thursday, security sources confirmed that more than 70 people were killed and around 200 injured in Tuesday’s coordinated attacks…

Nearly twenty Tanzanian cricket legends currently playing abroad are gearing up for the much-anticipated Cricket Heroes Tour, which is set…

In a landmark decision, the UN General Assembly has adopted a Palestinian-drafted, non-binding resolution demanding that Israel end “its unlawful…

A recent analysis has underscored the critical role that population growth plays in exacerbating Africa’s climate crisis, which is already…

A Tunisian court has handed down a 20-month prison sentence to presidential candidate Ayachi Zammel, intensifying concerns among opposition leaders…

Botswana has granted Giyani Metals (EMM.V) a 15-year mining license, as announced on Wednesday, enabling the company to become the…

The Basketball Africa League (BAL) is set to launch the second edition of its “BAL Future Pros” program, a unique…

HelpAge International has launched research in four Kenyan counties to identify the challenges faced by older people and provide solutions.…

Two senior Port Health officers at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) were apprehended by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).…

A state-of-the-art AI innovation hub has officially opened its doors at Novation City, Tunisia, signaling a major step forward in…

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has accused Western nations, including the United States, of interfering in Tanzania’s internal matters. Speaking…

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has issued a troubling report detailing the intensified violence in Burkina Faso, perpetrated by armed groups…

Nationwide protests have surged in Ghana as thousands of supporters from the National Democratic Congress (NDC), the main opposition party,…

On Monday, during the General Conference in Vienna, Somalia officially became a member of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).…

The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) has received a $6.6 million grant from the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) to…

In Eswatini, a growing number of legislators, supported by human rights advocates, are calling for an urgent review of the…

Ghana has experienced significant losses in its cocoa sector during the 2023/24 season, with over a third of its total…

Rwanda has achieved a distinguished ranking in the latest Global Cybersecurity Index, with a score between 95-100%. This exceptional performance…

According to a statement from the Egyptian state information service, Abbas Kamel, the head of Egypt’s General Intelligence Service (GIS),…

On Saturday, thousands of Tunisians took to the streets of the capital city to protest against what they view as…

In the capital of Somalia, roadside explosions have left five people dead and eight others injured. Somali government officials confirmed…

According to remarks made on Universal TV on September 12, there has been a sharp increase in tensions since Somalia’s…

The “cessation of hostilities” between the two regions has been declared by the Ministry of peace and National Committee, which was…

The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) stated on Thursday that it was pleased with the progress made in…

 U.S. Special Envoy to the Horn of Africa Ambassador Mike Hammer met with President Getachew Reda of the Tigray Interim…

Pravin Gordhan, a towering figure in South Africa’s anti-apartheid struggle and a long-serving government minister, passed away on Friday at…

Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Cissoko Embalo has announced that he will not seek re-election in the November elections. Embalo, who has…

According to the health ministry, Sudan has recorded 6,968 cases of cholera, with 242 deaths reported across eight states. This…

Millions of African children are facing a severe educational crisis due to the ongoing impacts of armed conflict and insecurity,…

Somaliland, the breakaway region, maintains that the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ethiopia regarding access to the Red Sea has…

The sanctions against Sudan, which include travel restrictions, asset freezes, and an arms embargo, were unanimously renewed by the UN…

In Senegal, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has taken steps to dissolve the National Assembly, a move critical for advancing his…

A group Somali Youth in Galdogob, Puntland of Somalia, are battling the devastating effects of drought and protecting their families…

Currently a convict in the  United States, Mohamed Abduba Dida first gained attention in 2013 when he publicly declared his candidacy…

Agostinho Neto (1922–1979), a pivotal figure in Angola’s struggle for independence and a celebrated poet. Neto, born in Bengo Province,…

A significant breakthrough has been made in Rivers State, Nigeria, where a suspect involved in a child trafficking operation has…

The Grade 12 national examination results were released by the Ministry of Education (MoE), and it was found that 5.4%…

On Monday, it was reported that 47 inmates had escaped from the Kakata prison, a high-security facility situated about 55…