A terrorist attack by the Al-Qaeda affiliate group Jama'a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin-or JNIM-occurred in Bamako, Mali, early Tuesday, September 17. The Associated Press reported that the targets of the attack were the gendarme school…
United Nations and African Union Forge Human Rights…
The UN and AU collaborate on the Human Rights Pact. The recent seventh high-level meeting between the United Nations and the African Union in New York culminated in a pivotal collaboration. Secretary-General António Guterres and…
Climate Crisis: Floods Overwhelm Drought Struck Somalia
Deadly floods have swept Somalia, a country in the Horn of Africa, after two consecutive years of flood. Heavy rain and floods since October have driven hundreds of thousands of families from the homes, killing…
Egyptian President Calls for New Strategies in Resolving…
Al-Sissi's Stance on the Peace Process During a joint press conference with European leaders in Cairo, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sissi delivered a significant address, expressing deep concerns about the faltering Israeli-Palestinian peace process. His…
Military Leaders of Niger and Mali Forge Alliance…
Unifying Forces: Niger and Mali Military Leaders Converge A significant meeting between General Abdourahamane Tiani, the president of Niger's military regime, and Assimi Gota, the leader of Mali's military junta, marked a pivotal moment in…
Former Guinean President Alpha Condé faces new charges…
Fresh Allegations Against Ex-President Alpha Condé In a significant turn of events, Guinea's Justice Minister has issued orders for the prosecution of former President Alpha Condé on charges of treason and illegal possession of arms.…
South Africa’s Electoral Challenges: Battling Apathy and Disillusionment
Declining Voter Turnout: A Growing Concern The recent voter registration drive in South Africa reflects a concerted effort to combat a concerning trend: declining participation in national elections. Since the iconic 1994 democratic elections, where…
Madagascar’s Presidential Election: Divisions and Low Turnout Amid…
Madagascar's Polarizing Election In the midst of heightened tensions and extensive protests, Madagascar's presidential elections' first round unfolded with notable strife and a historic low turnout. With a dozen opposition candidates in the fray, ten…
Ethiopian PM Reiterates Port Access Demand Without Invasion…
Ethiopia's Port Access Demands Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed restated the country's need for access to ports without intentions of invading neighboring states. Abiy stressed Ethiopia's reliance on the Red Sea for trade, highlighting the…
Nigeria’s Ruling Party Prevails Amidst Election Violence and…
Election Turmoil in Nigeria Amid accusations of fraud and violence, Nigeria's ruling party clinched wins in two out of three states during the recent gubernatorial elections. These polls, known for their contentious nature due to…
Crucial Supreme Court Decision on Asylum Seeker Deportation:…
UK Government at Crossroads: Supreme Court Decision Looms The UK government faces a pivotal moment as the Supreme Court prepares to rule on the legality of deporting asylum seekers to Rwanda. Regardless of the judgment,…
Sudan’s Ongoing Crisis: UN Official Warns of Escalating…
Sudan's Unfolding Crisis: A Warning from the UN In the midst of a relentless seven-month conflict between Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a senior UN official issued a dire warning. Clementine Nkweta-Salami,…
Ethiopia-Oromo Talks in Tanzania: Seeking Resolution to Ongoing…
Ethiopia-Oromo Talks: An Effort for Resolution In an attempt to quell the five-year rebellion in Oromia, the Ethiopian government and the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) are currently in discussions in Tanzania. The OLA, labelled a…
Tragedy Strikes a Village in Western Cameroon as…
A Tragic Night in Egbekaw In the heart of the night, a horrifying attack unfolded in the village of Egbekaw, situated in the south-west region of western Cameroon. Around twenty people, including women and children,…
Tragedy Strikes Kidal as Civilians Fall Victim to…
Rising Tensions in Kidal In a harrowing turn of events, the city of Kidal in Mali recently witnessed a tragic incident. A series of airstrikes, attributed to the Malian army, resulted in the deaths of…
Deadly Shelling Strikes Khartoum Market Amid Ongoing Sudan…
Khartoum Market Struck: Exchange of Shelling Claims Over 20 Civilian Lives In a devastating incident, Khartoum's urban life was shaken as shells hit a market in a suburb of the Sudanese capital. This tragedy unfolded…
Extremist Attacks in Northeastern Nigeria Leave 37 Villagers…
In two separate incidents, suspected Boko Haram militants targeted residents in Yobe state's Geidam area, resulting in the deaths of 37 people. This resurgence of violence highlights the enduring threat posed by extremist rebels in…
Germany Issues Apology for Colonial-Era Killings in Tanzania
Acknowledging the Past In a historic move, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier issued a formal apology for the atrocities committed during Germany's colonial rule in Tanzania. His apology, delivered in Tanzania, marked a significant step toward…
Chad’s Opposition Leader Succès Masra to Return After…
Agreement for Return Chad's political landscape is poised for a significant development with the imminent return of key opposition figure Succès Masra. An agreement for his return has been reached between Chad's military administration and…
