This Thursday morning, some fifty protesters gathered at the COP29 venue's gate, calling onrich countries to fulfill their financial pledges to support climate change adaptation and mitigationin the Global South.Activists stress the need for fair…
Search Continues for Missing Navy Seals Off Somalia’s…
Operation Gone Awry: Navy SEALs Missing Off Somalia's Coast In a challenging nighttime operation off the coast of Somalia, two Navy SEALs are still missing more than two days after an incident that occurred while…
Kenyan Legal Community Rallies Against President Ruto’s Threats…
Legal professionals march against presidential defiance. In a notable display of unity, legal professionals in Kenya, organized by the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), have taken to the streets of Nairobi to protest President William…
Israel Denies South Africa’s Genocide Claims; Netanyahu Calls…
Netanyahu's Strong Rejection and Accusations Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vehemently rejected South Africa's claims of genocide, referring to the world as a "twisted" place. South Africa initiated hearings at the International Court of…
WHO Laments Obstacles in Ethiopia, Sudan, and Gaza…
The healthcare crisis unfolds in Gaza. World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus delivered a stark assessment of the dire situation in Gaza, emphasizing that only 15 hospitals are partially operational. The absence…
Niger’s Transition: Regional Dialogues Pave the Path for…
Regional Meetings: A Crucial Step Towards Inclusive Governance Prime Minister Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine's recent initiative in Agadez signifies a significant juncture in Niger's transitional phase. The emphasis on an "inclusive national" discourse sets the…
Zambia’s Heightened Health Efforts Battle Surging Cholera Outbreak
Cholera Surge in Zambia Sparks Intensified Health Measures Zambia finds itself in the throes of a grave health crisis as the government announces a decisive escalation in its efforts to combat a distressing surge in…
Ethiopia’s Debt Spiral: Defaulting Amidst Pandemic Scars and…
Ethiopia's Financial Cliffhanger: A Nation Pushed to the Brink The year 2023 ended with a grim echo for Ethiopia, as the East African nation officially plunged into default territory on December 26th. The COVID-19 pandemic…
Central Nigeria Reels After Deadly Weekend Attacks Leave…
Plateau State Under Attack: Villages Targeted in Deadly Weekend Spree Central Nigeria has been shaken by a series of brutal attacks that took place over the weekend, leaving at least 160 people dead. Armed groups,…
Chaotic Elections Unfold in the Democratic Republic of…
Disputed Elections and Observer Assessments The Democratic Republic of the Congo's presidential election results, anticipated to be revealed, have stirred controversy following chaotic polling processes. While authorities tout the elections as successful, a discrepancy emerges,…
France-Niger Diplomatic Rift: Closure of the French Embassy…
Diplomatic Fallout: Closure of the French Embassy France's decision to shutter its embassy in Niger underscores a deepening diplomatic rift between the nations. The closure, which was the result of tense relations after the coup…
Guinea’s Tragic Fuel Store Explosion: Mourning and Aftermath…
National Mourning and Leadership Response Colonel Mamady Doumbouya's declaration of a three-day national mourning period following the fuel store explosion in Conakry reflects a nation's sorrow. The tragic incident resulted in 18 casualties and over…
Embracing Uganda’s Artistic Resurgence: A Journey Through Vibrant…
Africa’s Artistic Renaissance: A Glimpse at Uganda's Growing Art Scene In the 1990s, Uganda's art landscape was sparse, with only one commercial art gallery in the capital, Kampala. However, today's thriving art scene boasts six…
Somalia’s Debt Reduction: A Decade-Long Effort Bears Fruit…
Somalia's Landmark Debt Relief Somalia marks a significant milestone in its financial history with a debt reduction agreement that will alleviate its burden by a monumental $4.5 billion. This relief stems from nearly a decade…
A New Era Is Dawning In UAE-Algeria Relations
Algeria's relationship with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been strengthened in recent months. After a period of silent crises that have led Algeria into isolation in the Middle East region, the UAE has taken…
United Nations Warns of Looming Hunger Crisis in…
The Ominous Warning The United Nations has sounded an alarm over an imminent hunger crisis threatening West and Central Africa, citing escalating violence in the conflict-ridden region as the primary catalyst for this impending catastrophe.…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Nigeria Receives First Oil…
The Milestone Achievement As the Aliko Dangote-led Dangote Petroleum Refinery celebrates the arrival of its first barrels of crude oil, Nigeria's energy landscape is about to undergo a significant change. This monumental achievement marks a…
Niger’s Political Crisis Deepens: ECOWAS Rejects the Junta’s…
Amidst Niger's ongoing political turmoil, the recent verdict by the ECOWAS Court denying the junta's appeal to lift sanctions has deepened the nation's predicament. The court's dismissal, rooted in the illegitimacy of the de facto…
US Visa Ban: Upholding Human Rights in Uganda…
US Takes Stand on Human Rights: Visa Restrictions in Uganda and Zimbabwe In a significant move, the United States declared on Monday its refusal to issue visas to Ugandan officials involved in enforcing a contentious…
