East African trio arrested after migrants die on boat
The arrest came after a severe crush aboard a boat, which was carrying 112 people at the time, attempting a perilous crossing of the Channel.
Wealth & Power
Who holds capital and political leverage — and how that power is exercised.
University of Nigeria Suspends Lecturer Over Sexual Harassment Allegations
The video shows a man, wearing only shorts, attempting to conceal his identity as he is confronted in what appears to be a university office.
Nigeria Shuts Down Chinese-Owned Supermarket Over Racial Discrimination Allegations
The supermarket has been accused of allowing only individuals of Chinese descent to enter, leading to widespread indignation and a call to action among Nigerian citizens.
Jacob Zuma and MK Party Triumph in Series of Legal Battles with 3-0 Lead Ahead of South African Elections
This series of legal wins was capped off by a ruling from the Durban High Court on Monday, where the African National Congress (ANC) sought to prevent MK from using a name and logo reminiscent of the ANC’s disbanded military wing.
Counter-Terrorism Summit Underway in Abuja to Address Regional Insecurity
The two-day event, organized by Nigeria's National Security Adviser, is dedicated to exploring African-led solutions to the ongoing challenges of insecurity in the region.
Over 100 Civilians Kidnapped by Suspected Jihadists in Mali
According to local sources who spoke to the AFP news agency, the civilians were traveling in three buses when attackers intercepted them and forced them to head towards a forest between Bandiagara and Bankass.
Anglo-American to Oppose Appeal in Zambian Lead Poisoning Lawsuit
The Johannesburg High Court recently permitted the claimants to appeal against a prior decision that dismissed their class action lawsuit against AASA. This lawsuit contends that over 140,000 individuals may have suffered lead poisoning over generations due to the mine’s operations.
South Africa's ANC Loses Trademark Lawsuit to Zuma-Backed MK Party
The Durban court's decision on Monday allows the MK party to continue using its name and logo, which are similar to those of the ANC’s former military wing, also named uMkhonto weSizwe.
Nigerian Army Vows Retaliation After Soldiers Killed in Ambush
The attack occurred last Friday during a patrol mission in Karaga village, Shiroro area, as part of ongoing peacekeeping efforts in the region.
Angry Niger protesters call for immediate exit of US troops
The protest, orchestrated by organizations supporting Niger's military authorities who took power in a coup last year, comes in the wake of significant geopolitical shifts in the Sahel.
Egypt's Foreign Minister Visits Turkey as Calls for De-escalation of the Middle East Get Louder
During his visit, Shoukry expressed concern about the broader implications of the Gaza conflict, particularly its potential to expand regional tensions, evidenced by recent disruptions to maritime navigation in the Red Sea.
US Troops Set to Withdraw from Niger as Junta tightens Military Alliances with Russia
The decision was finalized after discussions in Washington between US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell and Niger's Prime Minister Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine.
Thousands Left Homeless as Ethiopian Land Violence Escalates
Amhara officials have accused Tigrayan forces of initiating an invasion, an allegation that former rebels in Tigray vehemently deny.
UN Warns of Worsening Crisis in Sudan as Foreign Support Fuels Ongoing Conflict
The conflict continues to rage, fueled by international involvement, as noted without naming specific countries, though reports have implicated Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Egypt.
Togo Approves Controversial Constitutional Changes Removing Term Limits
The constitutional reform transitions the country from a presidential to a parliamentary system, purportedly reducing the president's powers by making the role largely ceremonial.
Drug Trafficking Soars in the West African Sahel Region, U.N. Report Reveals
This surge in drug trafficking is largely attributed to the Sahel's strategic location south of the Sahara Desert, stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Arabian Sea, making it an ideal transit point for South American cocaine destined for European markets.