Voting in South Africa is Underway as her Young Democracy is Put to Huge Test
Despite being Africa’s most advanced economy, South Africa grapples with severe socioeconomic issues, including one of the world's highest unemployment rates at 32%.
Governance
Polish National Released from Life Sentence in Congo on Espionage Charges
Poland’s Foreign Ministry had protested Majewski’s innocence, and President Andrzej Duda had spoken with Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi to secure Majewski’s release.
Egyptian Appeals Court Upholds One-Year Prison Sentence for Former Presidential Candidate
Altantawy, a former presidential hopeful, was convicted and sentenced in February along with 22 of his aides, including his campaign manager, for distributing unauthorized endorsement forms for his candidacy.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan to Visit China for FOCAC, Expected to Sign New Loan Deals
This year's event will be the first since 2019 and is expected to draw numerous African leaders as China seeks to expand its influence across the continent further.
What You Must Know About the Crucial South African May 29 Election
While South Africans may be eager to express their dissatisfaction with the ANC, a coalition government may not easily address the country's significant issues, such as high unemployment and inequality.
RUTO: Private Jet was Cheaper than Kenya Airways for the US Trip
The reported cost of the Dubai-owned RoyalJet used for the trip was $1.5 million, compared to an estimated $300,000 for business-class tickets on Kenya Airways for the entire delegation.
South Africa Prepares for Crucial Election, Potentially Ending ANC's Three-Decade Dominance
While the ANC remains in power in 2024, it faces mounting discontent due to high levels of unemployment and poverty, which may prompt a majority of South Africans to consider other parties this week.
Zimbabwe’s New Currency Faces Uphill Battle
Zimbabwe's government launched the gold-backed ZiG in a desperate bid to halt a money crisis exacerbating the country’s economic woes.
Sudan's El-Fasher Sees Deadly Clashes Between Military and Paramilitary Forces
El-Fasher has emerged as the epicenter of the conflict, with the RSF, supported by Arab militias known as Janjaweed, targeting the city—the last military stronghold in Darfur.
Ten Killed and 160 Kidnapped in Boko Haram Attack on Nigerian Village
The attack occurred on Friday night and was carried out by a large number of armed men, suspected to be from the militant Islamist group Boko Haram, according to local official Aminu Abdulhamid Najume.
Uganda’s Yellow Fever Vaccination Campaign Faces Vaccine Hesitancy
At a university on the outskirts of Kampala, students participated in the government's mass vaccination program.
President Cyril Ramaphosa Promises Investment in Skills Training at ANC's Final Rally
Addressing the rally, Ramaphosa outlined the party's plans to revitalize the economy through substantial investment in skills development.
EFF Rallies Thousands in Polokwane Ahead of South Africa's Pivotal Election
As South Africa's four main political parties conclude their campaigns, the nation braces for a potentially transformative election, marking a crucial moment after 30 years of democracy.
Burkina Faso Extends Military Rule by Five Years
Captain Traoré, who led the coup that ousted the previous government, will now serve as President and remains eligible to run in the elections scheduled for 2029.
American Youth Entangled in Failed Congolese Coup: A Dramatic Tale of Friendship, Deception, and Tragedy
This gripping story sheds light on the dangerous allure of high-stakes promises and the harsh realities of political turmoil.
South Africa's National Election: A Potential Turning Point for the ANC and the Nation
With several polls placing the ANC's support below 50%, the political landscape could be on the brink of significant change, potentially altering how the president is elected and how the government operates in Africa's most advanced economy.