Dozens Rescued in Northern Kenya After Floodwaters Sweep Bus off Bridge
Authorities are now searching for the bus driver, who allegedly disregarded passengers' concerns about the rising water levels and proceeded to cross the bridge.
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Global Investigation Leads to Arrests in Nigeria Over Sextortion Linked to Australian Schoolboy's Tragedy
Following a relentless international inquiry, authorities tracked down the alleged perpetrators in a Nigerian slum, where they are now awaiting trial.
Zimbabwe Introduces New Currency Amid Economic Crisis
Zimbabwe introduced a new currency, the ZiG, on Friday, seeking to replace the severely depreciated Zimbabwe dollar that has been marred by inflation and public distrust.
Up and Running: Senegal names new government in first test for Faye's promised radical reforms
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, announced the formation of a new government on Friday, introducing a cabinet comprising 25 ministers and 5 junior ministers.
Angola's Constitutional Court Overturns Conviction of Former President's Son
The court's ruling, published on Thursday, declared Zenu's conviction "unconstitutional," citing violations of "the principles of legality, adversarial proceedings, a fair and consistent judgment, and the rights of the defense" as the basis for its decision.
Binance Executives Face Charges in Nigeria Amid Crypto Controversy
The Nigerian authorities have formally charged Tigran Gambaryan, an American national and the head of financial crime compliance at Binance, along with Nadeem Anjarwalla, a British-Kenyan and the company's regional manager for Africa.
Shocking Discovery in Kampala Restaurant Leads to Arrests and Social Outrage
A man dining in a downtown restaurant was left in utter disbelief when he stumbled upon what appeared to be a human penis in his meal.
Two Armed Groups in DR Congo Commit to Civilian Protection in a Historic Pledge in Geneva
The groups, which are in opposition to the M23 rebel faction and loosely aligned with the Congolese government, have committed to addressing grave concerns such as sexual violence, food insecurity, famine conditions, and the need for improved healthcare access within their territories.
The Torchbearers of Freedom: Top African Leaders Who Fought for Independence
Their efforts not only reshaped the geopolitical landscape of Africa but also inspired freedom movements worldwide.
Forced to the Frontline: The Cost of Dissent in Burkina Faso
This forceful recruitment came after Captain Ibrahim Traoré's junta, which seized power in September 2022, passed a decree enabling the conscription of anyone over 18 to fight.
Senegal Erupts in Celebrations as Opposition Candidate Leads Presidential Election
Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a 44-year-old member of the Pastef party and closely associated with the party's leader, Ousmane Sonko, has emerged as the favorite to win, overshadowing the governing party's candidate, Amadou Ba
The Stand Against Colonialism: How Some African Nations Preserved Their Independence
These countries managed to evade or significantly challenge European colonization through strategic geography, skilled diplomacy, and powerful resistance movements
Nigerian Professor, Ijeoma Uchegbu Becomes Cambridge University President
A Professor of Pharmaceutical Nanoscience Ijeoma Uchegbu known for her ground-breaking work in nanoparticle drug delivery, has been announced as the 7th President of Wolfson College, one of of the University of Cambridge. She is set to assume the role on October 1, 2024, succeeding the current President, Professor Jane
Egypt: President Abdel Fattah al-Sissi Re-Elected by 89.6% Vote
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sissi won the country's presidential election with 89.6% of the vote, securing himself a new six-year term, the National Elections Authority announced on Monday. The head of the Authority, Hazem Badawy, said that turnout had reached an "unprecedented" 66.8% among
ECOWAS Court Orders Immediate Release of Mohamed Bazoum
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Court of Justice issued an order on Friday demanding the immediate release of Mohamed Bazoum, Niger's president, who has been under captivity since the July 26 coup, along with his family. The judge, who convened in Abuja, declared that the
Somalia Celebrate News of $4.5bn Debt Relief
Somalia has been granted a debt reduction plan totaling $4.5 billion by international creditors, as revealed in a statement by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Wednesday.