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…
Leaders of Tanzanian opposition released following mass arrests…
Following large arrests at a forbidden youth meeting in the southwest of Tanzania, several leaders of the main opposition party, CHADEMA, together with hundreds of their supporters, were released on Tuesday. More than 500 CHADEMA…
Sudan Government Turns Away from US-Sponsored Peace Talks…
On Sunday, the Sudanese government declared it would not be attending the US-sponsored peace negotiations set to start in Switzerland this week. The choice savers hopes of ending the civil war that has tore across…
Kenya: Inflation down to 4.3% in July
In July, inflation in Kenya fell to 4.3% year-on-year, compared with 4.6% the previous month. The index for food and beverages fell by 0.5% between June and July, according to the country's national statistics office.…
Putin notes warm bilateral ties by congratulating Ramaphosa…
On Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on his re-election, therefore highlighting the ongoing friendly ties between the two countries in spite of world concerns about Russia's invasion of Ukraine.…
Inkatha Freedom Party Joins South African Proposed Government…
Following the long-ruling African National Congress's loss of legislative majority in last month's election, the leader of South Africa's Inkatha Freedom Party said Wednesday it will join a proposed government of national unity, therefore helping…
Strategic Position and Influence of UAE within BRICS
Officially joining BRICS, a vibrant alliance of countries reshining the global economy and promoting international collaboration, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Along with strengthening the UAE's international profile, this action has created fresh diplomatic and…
Migrant Dreams Become Nightmares in Tunisia Under Anti-Migration…
Many migrants find that their path to Europe culminates in a terrible reality among the olive trees along the Mediterranean coast of North Africa. Less than 100 miles from the Italian islands defining the EU's…
The UN warns of a worsening humanitarian crisis…
UN humanitarians cautioned on Friday, June 7th, that Sudanese people are suffering increasing violence and a near famine. This follows a purported raid by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the community of Wad Al-Noura…
Following an election setback, the ANC of South…
Following a major electoral loss, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has said that his African National Congress (ANC) party would look for a national unity administration. Following a long conference of the party's National Executive…
MK Party supporters in South Africa get together…
Ahead of the crucial elections planned for May 29, supporters of South Africa's MK Party assembled for a large-scale gathering in Kwa-Zulu Natal on Saturday. Established by former President Jacob Zuma, aged 82, the MK…
Refugees from South Sudanese origin in Uganda long…
Bidibadi, Uganda - Home to thousands of South Sudanese refugees, the Bidibidi refugee community in Uganda's West Nile area is seeing an explosion of hope and expectation. Many refugees are ready to go back home…
Chad swears in President Mahamat Deby Itno amid…
Chad swears in President Mahamat Deby Itno Amid Arguable Elections N'Djamena, Chad Following elections on May 6, marking the end of three years of military control, Chad has named Mahamat Deby Itno as its president.…
President Ruto of Kenya is Welcomed by Biden…
National Capital Region President Joe Biden welcomed Kenyan President William Ruto to the White House for a three-day official visit as Kenya gets ready to send troops to Haiti to assist with the growing security…
Important Contests and Challenges on the 2024 African…
Africa - There will be a full calendar of elections on the continent in 2024 with 19 nations scheduled to hold presidential or general elections. Closely regulated voting procedures and very competitive multiparty races are…
The Democratic Republic of Congo successfully repels a…
The Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kinshasa The Democratic Republic of the Congo's government forces effectively foiled an attempted coup on Saturday night, leaving the country on edge while officials try to restore order and…
The next election in South Africa presents a…
The public's tolerance for the ruling African National Congress (ANC), which has ruled since the end of apartheid thirty years ago, will be put to the test in South Africa's May 29 election. Polls indicate…
Working Together on NGO, Niger, and Russia to…
Russia and Niger are setting out to strengthen bilateral ties by founding an NGO. Launched in a ceremony in Niamey, the capital city of Niger, the NGO is called Ensemble main dans la main Niger-Russie,…
ICJ to Hold Hearings on South Africa’s Request
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will hold public hearings on May 16–17 in reaction to South Africa's urgent appeal for more action in light of the continuous Israeli airstrikes on Gaza and Rafah. The…
