Kenyan Mother Mourns Son Killed in Protests as Calls for President Ruto's Resignation Grow
Edith Wanjiku mourns her 19-year-old son Ibrahim Kamau, killed during protests against a controversial finance bill in Kenya.
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Kenyan Activists Call for Continued Protests as President Ruto Faces Resigniation Demands
Kenyan activists call for new protests, strikes, and sit-ins demanding President William Ruto's resignation.
Legacy Issues and Security Concerns Dominates Mauritania's Critical Presidential Election
Mauritania is holding a presidential election amidst issues such as military coups, migration, jihadist attacks, and slavery.
Kenya Braces for More Protests Despite President Ruto Withdrawing Unpopular Tax Bill
Despite President William Ruto's decision to put an unpopular tax bill on hold, Kenya braces for more protests in Nairobi.
Embattled Kenyan President Ruto 'NOT' Signing the Controversial Finance Bill After Nationwide Protests
Kenyan President William Ruto announced he would not sign the 2024 finance bill, which included a series of tax increases.
Congolese Teen Appeals to U.N. for Protection
The U.N. verified nearly 4,000 violations against children in the DRC last year, including the recruitment of over 1,800 children by armed groups and the deaths or maiming of more than 650 children.
Kenya's President Ruto Seeks Dialogue With 'Tax Protestors'
During a church service in Nyahururu, Ruto praised the protesters for their peaceful approach and indicated his willingness to have conversations to address their concerns and work towards building a better nation.
Gunmen Kill Seven, Kidnap 100 in Raid on Nigerian Village
In Katsina State, Nigeria, gunmen killed at least seven people and kidnapped 100 in a raid on Maidabino village.
ICC Unseals Arrest Warrant for Malian Extremist Leader
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has publicly disclosed an arrest warrant for Iyad Ag Ghaly, a Malian accused of commanding an al-Qaida-linked extremist group responsible for severe atrocities in Timbuktu between 2012 and 2013.
Kenya Launches Probe into Police Actions After Tax Protester Killed
In Kenya, an investigation into police conduct during recent tax protests has been launched by the country’s Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA).
South Sudan's Vice President Criticizes New Peace Talks in Kenya
Machar alleges the new draft agreement from the talks proposes alternative institutions that could replace or run parallel to those established by the 2018 agreement.
South African DA Lawmaker Suspended Over Racist Rants
South African lawmaker Renaldo Gouws of the Democratic Alliance (DA) has been suspended following the resurfacing of old videos where he used racist language and incited violence against black people.
Somalia Seeks Delay in Peacekeeper Withdrawal
In a letter to the acting chair of the African Union Peace and Security Council, the Somali government requested a postponement in the withdrawal of 2,000 of the 4,000 troops set to depart by June's end, citing the need for a more gradual reduction based on the capabilities of Somali forces.
Kenya Erupts in Protests Over Tax Hikes
In Kenya, widespread discontent over escalating taxes has spurred a series of fresh protests Kicking off today [Thursday], as citizens voice their opposition to a finance bill they believe will exacerbate the already severe cost-of-living crisis.
Regional Security Crisis Escalate as Al-Qaida-Linked Jihadis Settle in Northwestern Nigeria
A report released on Wednesday by the Clingendael Institute has raised alarms over the migration of jihadi fighters, linked to al-Qaida, into northwestern Nigeria from Benin, marking a significant shift in the landscape of regional security
South Africa's Ramaphosa Pledges Renewed Focus on Basic Services
During the inauguration in Pretoria, Ramaphosa acknowledged the electorate's disappointment with the ANC's past performance and vowed to address fundamental needs such as food security, housing, and healthcare.