In South Africa, an anti-migrant protest in Durban took a violent turn as members of the March and March Movement attacked foreign nationals who were living outside of a government building. Over 100 people participated in a “clean-up campaign” that had been organised by the protest group and aimed at several hundred foreign nationals. Many […]
Political rivalry in Morocco is escalating in anticipation of the September 23 parliamentary election, as governing allies blame each other, political candidates change sides, and an audio leak reveals internal problems within the government coalition. The official campaign period is set to begin on September 10, although candidate nomination started on August 31. On the […]
Violence has erupted again in Baidoa, Somalia, where the federal government forces are clashing with the militias of the former leader of South West State, Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen. The violence is not merely another fight between Al-Shabaab and others. What lies at the heart of the crisis is the political and security struggle over […]
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery Initial Public Offering (IPO) has been approved by Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), setting the stage for Africa’s largest-ever IPO. A total of 4.1 billion ordinary shares will be made available at the price of ₦525 per share. This will enable the company to raise roughly ₦2.15 trillion ($1.63 billion) […]
The US is advocating at the UN Security Council that the council extend its existing arms embargo on Darfur to the entire nation, claiming that the present sanctions no longer cover the scope of the war. According to a September 3 op-ed piece in Foreign Policy, US Permanent Representative to the UN Michael Waltz and […]
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 […]
The Foschini Group, South Africa’s fashion and lifestyle retail giant, said on September 2 that it expects to close a further 180 stores over the next three financial years. The move is part of a broader push to cut costs and improve profitability as more shoppers move their spending online. The retailer, founded in 1924 […]
The United States has increased pressure on Sudan amid claims about the use of chemical weapons by Sudan’s army against the RSF, making the case an international diplomatic controversy and sanction dispute. The U.S. Government discovered that the government of Sudan used chemical weapons in 2024. It is a violation of international law and the […]
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 […]
The Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has attained a terrible new peak with 6,250 cases and 3,039 deaths reported. This is based on the latest figures reported by CIDRAP. The epidemic caused by the Bundibugyo virus has become the biggest Ebola epidemic ever registered in the country and is spreading throughout […]
Egypt is planning to sign two agreements, totaling $665 million, with Chinese firms for the extension of its Light Rail Transit system and enhancing connectivity of Cairo with Egypt’s growing urban centers. This involves a $515 million agreement for Phase 4 of the LRT and another $150 million for joint studies for Phase 5 of […]
Nigeria’s lithium deposits and Malawi’s graphite mines are receiving increasing attention due to the ongoing race for critical minerals in the world. There is increased demand for lithium and graphite due to an increase in electric cars, battery production, and the shift to clean energy. In Africa, the chance for resource producers is now not […]
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 […]
Uber officially announced the withdrawal of its ride-hailing service from Nigeria and Uganda after operating in Nigeria for 12 years and in Uganda for ten years. The company halted its operations in the two nations on September 2, 2026, after a comprehensive evaluation of its business priorities and investment focus in Africa. According to the […]
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 […]
Senegal has struck an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on a new $2.2 billion, 36-month financing deal designed to help with economic and financial reforms in the period between 2026 and 2029. The deal was reached on September 1 and comes at a time when Senegal is experiencing debt challenges due to uncovered […]
South Africa’s increasingly hostile stance toward Israel has led to increased speculation about connections within the country’s political, religious and humanitarian communities. The main claim is that decades-long ties between South African Muslim groups, officials involved in the Muslim Brotherhood and Qatar-affiliated networks on one hand, and ANC officials, on the other hand, have created […]