At least 9 killed, many abducted in ‘bandit’ gang attack in Nigeria | Crime News
Many women and children were reportedly abducted in the deadly attack in northwestern Zamfara State.At least nine people have been reported killed and many abducted…
UN experts cast blame on Rwanda and Uganda. What are they doing in DRC? | Conflict News
Kampala, Uganda – Rwanda is in “command and control” of M23 rebels in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda has “unilaterally doubled its…
Low turnout in Togo municipal polls after deadly protests | Elections News
Heavy security presence in Lome amid public anger over leader Gnassingbe’s alleged power grab.Togo has voted in municipal elections amid reports of voter apathy, after…
Marathon world record-holder Chepngetich suspended for positive doping test | Athletics News
Track and field’s Athletics Integrity Unit suspend Ruth Chepngetich after record marathon runner’s positive doping test.Women’s marathon world record-holder Ruth Chepngetich has been provisionally suspended…
France withdraws from its last military bases in Senegal | Military
NewsFeedFrance has handed over its two remaining military bases in Senegal, ending its 65-year presence in the African country. A departure ceremony was held in…
Can South Africa keep its G20 debt promise? | Business and Economy
South Africa promised debt solutions for low income nations during its G20 presidency. Has it kept its word?Debt is holding back economic growth for many…
Former colonial ruler France hands over its last military bases in Senegal | Military News
About 350 French soldiers are leaving Senegal, marking the end of a departure process that began in March.France has officially handed over its two remaining…
Togo votes in local elections amid outburst of public anger: What to know | Elections News
Tensions are palpable in the West African nation of Togo as highly anticipated local government elections are being held following weeks of angry protests calling…
US deports immigrants to African country of Eswatini amid rights concerns | Donald Trump News
The government of the tiny, landlocked African country of Eswatini has confirmed that it received five individuals deported from the United States under President Donald…
Nigeria honours ex-President Buhari with state burial and tribute | Obituaries News
The country bid farewell to Buhari with military honours and honorific chants of ‘Sai Baba’.Nigeria’s former President Muhammadu Buhari was buried in the backyard of…
UN rapporteur demands global action to stop Israel’s ‘genocide’ in Gaza | United Nations News
Francesca Albanese addresses delegates from 30 countries to discuss ways nations can try to stop Israel’s offensive.The United Nations’s special rapporteur for the occupied Palestinian…
‘Lives controlled by crime’: Explosive allegations hit South Africa police | Crime News
Cape Town, South Africa – When Patricia Blows heard a senior police official’s explosive allegations against South Africa’s political and law enforcement elite last week,…
Former Nigerian President Buhari to be buried in hometown on Tuesday | Politics News
Muhammadu Buhari, who was the country’s democratic leader between 2015 and 2023, died aged 82 in London on Sunday.Nigeria’s former President Muhammadu Buhari will be…
There is hope | Opinions
It might seem bizarre to speak of hope in these dark times. In Palestine, the horror of genocidal violence is coupled with the sickening acquiescence…
Nigerians “divided” over former President Buhari’s legacy | Muhammadu Buhari
“The three promises Buhari made coming into power are still the issues bedevilling Nigeria today.”Bulama Bukarti, a conflict and development analyst, looks at the legacy…
South African police minister suspended over corruption allegations | News
President Ramaphosa’s move follows accusations that Senzo Mchunu interfered with sensitive investigations.South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended his police minister “with immediate effect” over…
Nigeria’s ex-President Muhammadu Buhari dies in London aged 82 | Obituaries News
Buhari, remembered for an anti-corruption drive and faltering economy, leaves behind a contentious legacy.Nigeria’s former President Muhammadu Buhari has died in London at the age…
Sand, dust storms affect about 330 million people due to climate change: UN | Agriculture News
Nearly half the global population has also been exposed to dust levels exceeding WHO safety thresholds.A new report by the United Nations’ World Meteorological Organization…
Inside the small town where eating specific meal ‘means that every household has twins’
Igbo-Ora in Nigeria has been dubbed the 'Twin Capital of the World', with an unusually high number of twins born there - and locals believe…
Ancient Aboriginal rock art, African sites make UNESCO World Heritage list | Arts and Culture News
UN cultural organisation this week announces its choice of sites to be granted World Heritage status.The United Nations cultural organisation has added a remote Aboriginal…