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The fuel exporting unit of Ghana, BOST Energies, has cut down fuel exports to Burkina Faso and Mali in light of rising energy prices globally and locally. The fact that Ghana’s state-owned fuel exporting agency has taken this decision shows the growing vulnerability of the Sahelian countries, which rely on the coastal states of West […]
South Africa has inked an agreement with the New Development Bank (NDB) for a loan of $1 billion that will help upgrade infrastructure and implement institutional reforms at eight metropolitan municipalities in the country. The deal comes in light of the Metro Trading Services Reform Program initiated by the government, aimed at ensuring the delivery […]
Niger Mutiny Aftermath: Thousands Rally Behind Junta as Authorities Push Back Against Coup Attempt Thousands demonstrated at Place de la Concertation in Niger’s capital in support of General Tiani, following a thwarted army mutiny over the weekend. The gathering brought together government ministers and junta loyalists, days after hundreds had already rallied at the same […]
An impressive air show carried out by two Airlink planes over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium has sparked the interest of the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) due to video footage showing the planes flying dangerously low over the stadium’s roof on August 29, 2026, before the match between the Springboks and the All Blacks. […]
A pre-dawn attack on Baidoa, the capital city of South West State region, has been thwarted by Somali federal forces, with control remaining over the strategic city amidst rising tensions between Somalia’s federal government and regional leadership. The attack on Thursday, September 3, comes months after Somalia’s federal military took control of Baidoa, demonstrating the […]
South Africa’s police force has sacked suspended Crime Intelligence deputy head Major-General Feroz Khan, but this move will not affect the separate criminal proceedings against him. After failing to show up at the disciplinary hearing conducted by the senior official presiding over Khan’s accelerated disciplinary proceeding, the officer has been declared dismissed from the ranks […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Nigeria warns that the development of disinformation using Artificial Intelligence may prove to be one of the major threats to the credibility of the country’s 2027 General Election. The statement was made yesterday by INEC Chairman Professor Joash Amupitan in his speech, which was read on his behalf […]
South Africa’s local government elections scheduled for November 4, 2026, can become yet another political watershed moment in the country’s history, as analysts predict a large number of municipalities to be born without a majority. The election will take place just about two years after the defeat of the ruling African National Congress (ANC) in […]
A massive garbage pile that collapsed in the Dar-es-Salam landfill in Conakry, Guinea, has killed at least 31 people on August 23, 2026, after tonnes of waste buried nearby residents and houses during heavy rains. The incident occurred in one of the biggest and oldest waste disposals in Guinea, where huge piles of accumulated waste […]
14 pirates were slain and four pirate vessels sunk in a 10-day joint mission carried out by the Turkish Navy and Somalia’s armed forces to free the hijacked MV Lutuf near Somalia. The rescue mission resulted in the recovery of the Cameroonian-registered cargo ship after the remaining pirates fled due to continued onslaught by the […]
The military uprising that took place in Niamey in Niger has revealed mounting tensions within the military, making one wonder if General Abdourahamane Tiani’s administration will manage to keep the soldiers fighting the insurgent groups loyal to his regime. The botched mutiny that took place on August 29 involved soldiers seizing parts of Air Base […]
Zambia Hakainde Hichilema was sworn in today as president of the nation for his second five-year term after winning a controversial election held on August 13 amid treason accusations against his major opponent, Brian Mundubile. The re-elected president secured nearly 60% of the total votes cast, according to the electoral body, while Mundubile secured a […]
President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, goes to the Western Cape High Court on Monday to contest the Section 89 Independent Panel report that may decide the progress of the impeachment proceedings of the Phala Phala matter by Parliament. The legal fight is a further test for the president since he wishes for the report […]
A 37-year-old man has been arrested over allegations of being involved in an alleged R635 million Tembisa Hospital tender fraud, and South African authorities are preparing to take him to court for this. The arrest comes in the wake of investigations of alleged corruption and financial misconduct over procurement in Tembisa Hospital in Gauteng. The […]
The political crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo becomes deeper as the opposition rejects the national dialogue called by the president. The question arises of whether it is possible for the country to achieve a consensus at home as the negotiations about the M23 conflict go on. The opposition coalition known as the Article […]
Kenya is heading for another season of tax anger, and this time the timing is more critical than ever. With the 2027 election drawing near, the government’s push for more tax revenue has reopened wounds that never fully healed. For South African readers, who are no strangers to public outcries over fuel levies and hikes […]
Niamey City in Niger experienced gunshots and explosions on August 29 following an attack by mutinous soldiers who were said to be targeting strategic points such as the city’s main airport and presidential palace. This is yet another critical internal crisis for the military regime headed by Gen. Abdourahamane Tiani, who took control in the […]
Zambia opposition leaders Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu have been placed under police custody following an investigation into their treason offence amid the disputed presidential election. According to the Zambia Police Service, the two opposition leaders had been arrested, interrogated, and statements of warning and caution have been documented. The police failed […]
Emmanuel Nchimbi, Tanzania’s vice-president, has submitted his resignation letter while serving less than a year in office amid rumors of increasing political rifts with President Samia Suluhu Hassan. Emmanuel Nchimbi, who is 54 years old, said in his resignation letter that he has decided to honor the wishes of the president. The news of Nchimbi […]
President-Elect of Zambia Hakainde Hichilema is set to take the oath of office on September 1 amid the ongoing unresolved issue of whether a petition against his election was duly filed or not. According to the Zambian government, the seven-day window allowed for challenging the election results under the Constitution has elapsed without receiving a […]