Africa

UN General Assembly Adopts “Pact for the Future” to Tackle Global Challenges

The United Nations General Assembly has given the green light to a landmark "Pact for the Future," a 42-page roadmap…

September 23, 2024

Somalia Strengthens National Security with Counter-IED Training Initiative

In the pursuance of self-reliance and sustainability of national security by Somalia, IEDs remain a nagging problem. From the community…

September 22, 2024

Ali Bongo Ondimba Announces Retirement from Politics, Calls for Release of Family Members

The former President of Gabon, Ali Bongo Ondimba, overthrown last August by a coup, has just made an important declaration…

September 21, 2024

UN Condemns Extension of South Sudan’s Transition to 2027 Amid Stalled Reforms

In a development quite contrary to expectation, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan has welcomed the extension of South…

September 20, 2024

Safety at tourist resorts to be stepped up in Kenya to attract visitors

Kenya's government will beef up security in Lamu County, a popular tourist region, to combat terrorism and other threats in…

September 20, 2024

Pan-African AI Conference Explores Artificial Intelligence Future for Africa

The 2024 Pan-African AI Conference, cohosted by the United States, has brought together politicians, legislators, and businesspeople from all over…

September 11, 2024

Nombulelo’s Grand Comeback!

ACTRESS Nombulelo Mhlongo is back on the small screens. This return comes after a break of almost two years, during…

September 11, 2024

UN Notes Total Disregard for International Law by Sudan Conflict Parties

Nada Al-Nashif, the U.N. Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights, issued a sobering warning about the continuing violence in Sudan…

September 11, 2024

Dubai  princess launches ‘Divorce’ perfume just weeks after her public split from her husband

Dubai Princess Mahra Mohammed Rashed Al Maktoum, who recently announced her separation from her husband, has just launched a new…

September 10, 2024

Torrential Rains Cause Deadly Floods in Morocco and Algeria, Destroying Homes and Infrastructure

Torrential rains hit normally arid mountains and deserts in North Africa over the weekend, causing devastating floods in both Morocco…

September 10, 2024

Apple iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro launch: Event Timing for Africa

A special ‘glowtime’ event will be held by Apple on 9 September, where the tech giant is expected to showcase…

September 9, 2024

More than 50 killed in Nigeria’s deadly fuel tanker explosion in Niger State

A tragic incident involving the explosion of a petrol tanker in Niger State, Nigeria has claimed the lives of over…

September 9, 2024

Ethiopia warns strongly of growing tensions with Egypt and Somalia

Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed cautions against any invasion since tensions over territory disputes and the Nile dam project are rising…

September 9, 2024

The Filmhouse Group rewards creative excellence at FAME Week Africa 2024

Filmhouse Group is one of the participants celebrating creativity, talent and innovation on the continent at FAME Week Africa 2024,…

September 8, 2024

UAE Re-echoes Support for Sudan Peace Moves as Humanitarian Situation Deteriorates

Writing to The Economist, Her Excellency Lana Nusseibeh, Assistant Minister for Political Affairs at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs,…

September 7, 2024

Mpox Vaccine Arrives in Congo Amidst Worsening Outbreak Across Africa

On Thursday, the initial lot of 100,000 mpox vaccine doses arrived in the Congo capital of Kinshasa, just three weeks…

September 6, 2024

UAE’s Foreign Aid Exceeds $98 Billion, Changing Lives All Around

Having given approximately AED360 billion ($98.09 billion) in overseas aid since its inception in 1971 till mid-2024, the United Arab…

September 6, 2024

Daughter of Zuma to marry polygamous king ‘for love’.

South Africa's former president Jacob Zuma's 21-year-old daughter is marrying the King of Eswatini for love, a spokesman for Africa's…

September 5, 2024

A New Age of China-Africa Partnership: Xi Jinping Reveals Strategic Cooperation Plans at Forum

At the 9th Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced an ambitious strategy to lift…

September 5, 2024

22 Missing and One Dead as Migrants Boat Capsizes Off Libyan Coast

In yet another sad event involving migrants trying to reach Europe, on Tuesday a boat carrying thirty-two migrants overturned off…

September 5, 2024

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