William met with volunteers at the National Maritime Rescue Institute station in Simon'sTown, near Cape Town, before boarding the boat for the short trip to Kalk Bay harbour.Wearing sunglasses and a bright red waterproof jacket,…
The United Nations General Assembly pays tribute to…
On Wednesday, the United Nations General Assembly convened a memorial session for Haitian President Jovenel Mose, who was slain in his house last week by gunmen. Vice President Keisha McGuire, speaking on behalf of General…
Egypt’s Sisi extends Cairo’s full support to resolve…
Amid a political deadlock, Lebanon's Prime Minister-designate Saad al-Hariri visited Cairo this week to discuss the formation of a new government in the crisis-hit country with the Egyptian leadership. During Hariri's visit, Egyptian President Abdel…
Zuma protests in South Africa Across the country,…
The death toll in South Africa has grown to 72, with violence spreading across the country in the aftermath of former President Jacob Zuma's imprisonment. On Tuesday, police clashed with crowds looting and setting fire…
South Africa: President Ramaphosa deploys military to control…
South Africa is witnessing violent protests in the aftermath of the jailing of former President Jacob Zuma. Over the last few days, supporters of Zuma have taken to streets across Johannesburg and other provinces looted…
Will Western Africa’s renewable projects resolve the power…
West Africa has substantial energy assets. The locale accounts for around 33% of African gas and oil reserves and more than 23,000 Megawatt (MW) exploitable hydropower potential. Additionally, Ivory Coast is one of West Africa's…
In a series of heated protests around KwaZulu-Natal,…
Since Friday in KwaZulu-Natal, where former South African president Jacob Zuma's followers have gone on a fiery rampage and looting spree in protest of his 15-month prison term, multiple trucks and commercial property have been…
Abiy Ahmed wins a landslide victory in Ethiopia’s…
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has won a landslide victory in the country's postponed elections, according to the election authority. Mr. Abiy's Prosperity Party won 410 out of 436 seats, granting him another five-year term…
Somali PM Roble visits Kismayu ahead of key…
With days left for indirect elections to kickstart in Somalia, Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble made a two-day trip to Kismayu in Jubaland federal state in the southern region. Reportedly, the trip was aimed at…
Zuma’s request to postpone his sentence was denied…
Zuma's bid to have his sentence postponed was denied by a South African regional court on Friday. The 79-year-old will remain in prison after the Pietermaritzburg High Court denied his bid to have his sentence…
Nissan and AfCFTA together committed to boosting the…
Nissan has always appreciated the commitment of the enormous African automobile market. In Egypt, Nissan has a very agile plant and makes vehicles just for the region. Nissan manufactures three main models, and the primary…
Haiti Loses Dictatorial President Moïse Through Gang War…
In a sudden turn of events, Haiti’s head of the State, President Jovenel Moïse was killed at his home last night, while his wife was also wounded and is now under critical care. Currently, the…
Parents in Nigeria’s northwest are worried about their…
On Monday, worried parents wait for word of their children at a Nigerian school. As word of the kidnapping spread Monday afternoon, a group of them gathered in front of Bethel Baptist High School. Gunmen assaulted…
Is Al-Fashqa Really Ready For Sudanese Resurrection?
Sudanese troops have taken back control of the al-Fashqa land. It is a rich haven for agricultural yield and gives hope to the Sudanese population. The fertility of the land is a great attraction for…
A boat sinks off the coast of Tunisia,…
According to the Tunisian Red Crescent, 43 migrants drowned after their boat capsized off the coast of Tunisia. The migrants had set sail from Zuwara, Libya, in an attempt to traverse the Mediterranean Sea and…
On the Mediterranean Sea, Egypt opens a new…
According to the presidency, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi opened a vital naval installation on the Mediterranean Sea on Saturday to "secure shipping lines." "It is the latest Egyptian military base on the Mediterranean," the…
As the Tigrayan capital, Mekele is reclaimed by…
Thousands of people flocked into the streets of Mekele, the Tigrayan capital, on Friday. As rebel forces reclaimed the once-besieged city, there was cause for rejoicing. The red and yellow Tigrayan flag was hoisted by…
Africa’s SME businesses further decline due to the…
The coronavirus pandemic has caused a double whammy by causing health and economic crises across Africa. It has left a lasting impact on the small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) of the nation. The absence of…
Nigeria Passes Long-Awaited Petroleum Industry Bill
Nigeria has finally been able to move ahead with its long overdue oil sector reform bill that was stuck since 2008 for clearance. It was indeed a historic moment for Africa’s top oil producing nation.…
