Burkina Faso Prime Minister Sacked And Government Dissolved

Burkina Faso Prime Minister Sacked And Government Dissolved

Burkina Faso’s military ruler, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has dismissed his prime minister, Apollinaire Joachim Kyelem de Tambela, and dissolved the entire government. The dismissal of the head of government and his cabinet was announced in a decree signed by the head of the junta on Friday. The decree does not specify the reasons for the […]

Over 150 Miners Rescued in South African Illegal Mining Operation

Over 150 Miners Rescued in South African Illegal Mining Operation

In a spectacular rescue operation about 150 miners were freed from an abandoned gold mine in Mpumalanga province South Africa uncovering a variety of circumstances of human trafficking and bonded labor. Three people were found during the initial search operation which visibly affirmed the volatile environment that exists underground. The rescued miners, the majority of […]

Why #NationalShutdown is Trending in Africa?

Why #NationalShutdown is Trending in Africa?

The hashtag of National Shutdown is trending in social platform X formerly known as twitter. The #NationalShutdown is on number one with over 15.8k just in one day. This hashtag is trending with the message to the South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to resign from his position.  The citizens of South Africa are starting a […]

42% of Global Gaza Aid: UAE’s $828 Million Contribution Leads the Way

42% of Global Gaza Aid: UAE’s $828 Million Contribution Leads the Way

ccording to the most recent data, the United Arab Emirates came in first on the list of nations that have contributed the most to aiding Gaza and its citizens in the midst of the continuing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The German Press Agency reports that since the crisis started in October 2023, the UAE […]

Emergency aid for isolated regions of Sudan

Emergency aid for isolated regions of Sudan

The more than 700 trucks carrying food aid are expected to reach communities in Sudan where many people are suffering from hunger. War in Sudan has caused widespread famine, if not famine itself. It has driven people from their farms. Markets for foodstuffs are scarce, prices have risen and humanitarian organisations say they are finding […]

Alarming Fears Rise as Mystery Disease Kills 143 in Southwest Congo

Alarming Fears Rise as Mystery Disease Kills 143 in Southwest Congo

Following the ‘bleeding eye virus’ panic haunting Africa, health officials have issued a warning after an unidentified illness with flu-like symptoms killed almost 150 people since it was discovered in the southwestern Congo. The deaths occurred in the Panzi health zone of Kwango province between November 10 and November 25. In order to identify the […]

WFP's Sudan Crisis Response Critically Impaired by Operational Failures

WFP’s Sudan Crisis Response Critically Impaired by Operational Failures

The international non-governmental organization (INGO) the United Nations World Food Program (WFP) has revealed serious operational inefficiencies within its Sudan humanitarian strategy that may undermine its capacity to respond to one of the world’s worst hunger crises. Reuters obtained the confidential document that outlines structural problems that are causing problems in the food aid crisis […]

Vaginal Ring Approved in Kenya to Curb HIV Infections Among Women

Vaginal Ring Approved in Kenya to Curb HIV Infections Among Women

The Dapivirine Vaginal Ring (DPV-VR) which works by releasing the anti-HIV drug dapivirine over a month has been approved for nationwide use by Kenya’s Ministry of Health. Women who have used the ring have praised its effectiveness stating that they prefer it to daily Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) drugs. Kenya is stepping up efforts to combat […]

United Arab Emirates foreign aid has reached AED 360 billion since 1971

United Arab Emirates foreign aid has reached AED 360 billion since 1971

United Arab Emirates (UAE) has marked a significant milestone in its humanitarian efforts, having reached a total of AED 360 billion (USD 98 billion) in foreign aid since its establishment in 1971.  Humanitarian aid and philanthropy have always been a priority for the UAE. By celebrating the 53rd anniversary of Eid Al Etihad, the country […]

56 dead in football stadium stampede in Guinea

56 dead in football stadium stampede in Guinea

A football stadium in southern Guinea was the scene of a devastating tragedy on Sunday when 56 people, including several children, were killed in a stampede following clashes between supporters, reports the Associated Press. The incident occurred during the final match of a local tournament between the Labe and Nzerekore teams at the Nzérékoré stadium. […]

Opposition Leader Beaten After Abduction in Tanzania

Opposition Leader Beaten After Abduction in Tanzania

BBC News Africa reported that the abduction of youth leader, Abdul Nondo of ACT Wazalendo, tortured and dumped at Coco Beach in Dar es Salaam marks a rising political intolerance in Tanzania. The attack happened within days of the local polls and underlines increasing signs of political vigilantism and attacks on the opposition. Nondo was […]

Five Dead in Violent Robbery Clash in Mpumalanga

Five Dead in Violent Robbery Clash in Mpumalanga

The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) said that five suspected robbers were shot dead during a gun fire with police in Mpumalanga. Colonel Katlego Mogale, a spokesman for Hawks stated that the operation was a part of a probe into planned ATM bombings in the Witbank region. Police followed the suspects to a safe […]

The United Arab Emirates: A global hub for future industries

The United Arab Emirates: A global hub for future industries

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has firmly established itself as a world leader in industrial performance, thanks to sound government strategies and ambitious growth targets. Keen to diversify its economy and reduce its dependence on oil, the UAE is positioning itself as a hub for the industries of the future. Here are the key points […]

Malian Singer Rokia Traoré Detained in Belgium Over Child Custody Dispute

Malian Singer Rokia Traoré Detained in Belgium Over Child Custody Dispute

According to reports Malian singer Rokia Traore, one of Africa’s most well known performers has been imprisoned in Belgium in connection with a continuing child custody battle. According to the AFP news agency, the 50 year old is being detained following his extradition from Italy due to an unfinished two year prison sentence. After Traoré […]

Kenyan Forces Launch Daring Raid Against Haitian Gangs in UN-Backed Peace Mission

Kenyan Forces Launch Daring Raid Against Haitian Gangs in UN-Backed Peace Mission

Kenyan special forces attack the nerve center of gangs, a new phase in Haiti’s unending turmoil. Over the escalating violence in Haiti’s capital, Kenyan police and special forces have joined a United Nations-sanctioned multination force. They were chanting motivational slogans In Swahili on the airport tarmac 200 Kenyan officers have arrived to assist Haiti’s struggling […]

Jubaland Officially Suspends all Relations with Somalia's Federal Government

Jubaland Officially Suspends all Relations with Somalia’s Federal Government

Following a disagreement over an election in the area, the government of Jubaland state which is semi-autonomous in Somalia announced on Thursday that it was suspending communication and collaboration with the Somalia federal government. In an election held Monday, Ahmed Mohamed Islam Madobe, the regional president of Jubaland, one of Somalia’s five semi-autonomous republics that […]