Following elections in which the party that had ruled the diamond-rich nation for almost 60years suffered a historic setback. Botswana's new president took office on Friday in asmooth handover of power.Three days after the Botswana…
Challenges and Controversies: G5 Sahel Withdrawals and Human…
Withdrawals from G5 Sahel: Setbacks and Discontent The decision by the military chiefs of Burkina Faso and Niger to withdraw from the G5 anti-jihadist group highlights the persistent struggles against insurgents in the Sahel region.…
South Africa Injects Billions to Salvage Transnet Amid…
Government Intervention for Transnet: A Vital Rescue Mission In a bold move to salvage the ailing state-owned Transnet firm, the South African government has pledged 47 billion rand (2.3 billion euros) to bolster the struggling…
The World’s First Malaria Vaccine: A New Era…
Landmark Shipment: Malaria Vaccine Reaches Cameroon Cameroon received a significant delivery on November 22nd—the first consignment of the World Health Organization (WHO)-recommended malaria vaccine. This marks the vaccine's initial dispatch to a country outside the…
EU Halts Congo Election Mission: Technical Challenges Thwart…
EU's Abrupt Withdrawal from the Congo Election Mission The European Union (EU) sent shockwaves through diplomatic circles by abruptly terminating its election observation mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Citing unexpected "technical"…
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…
