South Africa Considers Unity Government as uneasiness gains grassroots ANC supporters
President Cyril Ramaphosa and senior party officials met in Johannesburg on Thursday to discuss strategies for forming a new government.
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Who holds capital and political leverage — and how that power is exercised.
Twenty-Two Chinese Nationals Plead Guilty to Cyber-Related Crimes in Zambia
The operation, targeting the company Golden Top Support Services located in the Roma suburb, was prompted by a surge in internet fraud cases affecting individuals worldwide
Russia Pledges Increased Support for Burkina Faso
Lavrov's visit to Burkina Faso follows stops in Guinea and the Republic of Congo, as Russia aims to fill the vacuum left by traditional Western partners.
Quadrupling of Subsidized Bread Prices Deepens Struggle for Millions in Egypt
Facing an increased wheat import bill, the Egyptian government raised the price of subsidized small loaves of flatbread on June 1, marking the first such increase in decades.
Dozens of Gold Miners Trapped After Pit Collapse in Central Nigeria
“As of this morning [Wednesday], we believe over 30 people are still trapped. We can't give you exact figures because even those on site didn’t know," said Ibrahim.
ANC Progresses on Formulation of a Government of National Unity
This move comes as the party attempts to navigate the complex political landscape created by the election results.
Kenyan President Seeks Guidance from Evangelical Pastors for Upcoming Haiti Mission
These pastors have provided recommendations and acted as intermediaries between Haitian communities and President Ruto, according to interviews with two pastors and three Haitian and American evangelical leaders.
South Korea and African Nations Forge Nearly 50 Deals at Landmark Summit
The 47 agreements with 23 African countries were formalized during the summit as Asia's fourth-largest economy aims to tap into Africa's rich mineral resources and burgeoning export market.
The Tales of Burkina Faso's Displaced Children
Military leader Capt. Ibrahim Traoré seized power in 2022, capitalizing on public frustration over ongoing attacks.
Kenyan Police Arrest 19-Year-Old Motorist for Brutal Attack on Traffic Officer in Nairobi
The motorist fled the scene after bystanders intervened to help the officer.
Nigeria's Public Workers Launch Nationwide Strike Over Minimum Wage Dispute and Electricity Tariff Hikes
The strike has brought several government services to a halt, raising tensions in Africa’s most populous nation.
Ramaphosa Calls for Unity as South Africa Faces Historic Coalition Talks
The unprecedented coalition talks are now set to begin to chart a way forward for Africa’s most industrialized economy.
South Africa Enters Uncharted Territory with Coalition Talks After Election
This outcome leaves the center-left ANC facing a critical decision on whether to form a coalition with the centrist opposition party, the Democratic Alliance (DA).
ANC: Ramaphosa will not step down for the sake of a coalition
ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, addressing the media on Sunday, made it clear that Ramaphosa's leadership is non-negotiable.
ANC Accepts Defeat in KwaZulu-Natal as Jacob Zuma's MK Party Emerges Victorious
MK is currently disputing some of the election results in KwaZulu-Natal, hoping a recount will secure them an outright majority and eliminate the need for a coalition government.
UAE's Support for Ruto's US Visit Sparks Controversy in Kenya
According to State House Spokesman Hussein Mohamed, the UAE's offer allowed the Kenyan government to pay just Ksh10 million ($76,923) for the aircraft, a fraction of the Ksh200 million ($1.54 million) it would normally cost.