July 07, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Police Use Tear Gas On Tax Hike Protesters
Kenyan police have used tear gas on opposition-led protesters, who were demonstrating Friday against tax hikes, including the doubling of a tax on fuel. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Special Forces Kill 23 Al-Shabab Militants
Security officials in Kenya said at least 23 al-Shabab fighters were killed by Kenyan Special forces during the ambush in Orgene village, in Mandera County in northeast Kenya. Read more »
July 06, 2023
Niger: Niger, China Discuss Uranium Mine and Other Deals
The West African nation of Niger and China have been discussing deals that include an industrial park, an oil pipeline and a uranium mine. Read more »
Malawi: Albinism Community in Malawi Demands an End to Attacks
The Association of Persons with Albinism in Malawi, or APAM, is appealing for urgent intervention to stop continued attacks on people with albinism in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Chinese Navy in Nigeria Amid Base Concerns
A rare visit to Nigeria this week by the Chinese navy is once again raising questions about Beijing's military intentions in the strategically important Gulf of Guinea. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Electoral Body Begins Review of Elections Amid Court Challenges
Nigeria's Electoral Commission this week began its monthlong review of the presidential and local elections held in February and March of 2023. The voting was marred by violence… Read more »
July 05, 2023
Sudan: Sudan Reports 13 Dead in Measles Outbreak
Health organizations in Sudan's White Nile state said at least 13 children have died over the past week due to a suspected measles outbreak. An official with the Doctors Without… Read more »
July 04, 2023
Somalia: Somali Official Says Drawdown of AU Force Hasty, Ill-Conceived
As the African Union Transition in Somalia force, known as ATMIS, reduces troop numbers, a Somali official is warning the plan is ill-conceived and raises the risk of al-Shabab… Read more »
Nigeria: Experts Weigh in On Chinese Navy's Visit to Lagos
The Chinese navy is making a port call in Nigeria this week in a rare visit to West Africa, where Beijing has been seeking to expand its influence. Read more »
Senegal: Sall Announcement - 'It's a Relief. It's a Bomb That's Been Deactivated'
After years of speculation, Senegalese President Macky Sall shocked the nation Monday night when he announced he would not seek a third term in office. The decision is a win for… Read more »
Senegal: U.S Praises President for Bowing Out of 2024 Election
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has praised Senegal President Macky Sall's announcement that he would not seek a third term in next year's election. Read more »
July 03, 2023
Cameroon: Officials Urge Halt to Plastic Bags Use to Save Environment
Officials in Cameroon say plastic bag pollution in the country has doubled in the past four years to 600,000 tons, harming the environment and animal and human health. The central… Read more »
Botswana: Diamond Industry Experts Hail Botswana-De Beers Deal
Diamond industry experts are hailing the signing of a 10-year diamond sales agreement between the De Beers Group and Botswana, Africa's largest diamond producer. Under the deal,… Read more »
Sudan: Suspected Measles Outbreak Hits Displacement Camp in Sudan
Doctors Without Borders said Sunday that there is a suspected outbreak of measles in an internal displacement camp in Sudan. Read more »
July 01, 2023
Botswana: Botswana, De Beers Agree to Extend Diamond Deal Sales Agreement
Botswana and the London-based international diamond consortium De Beers have ended uncertainty over their long-standing partnership after announcing a 10-year extension to their… Read more »
June 30, 2023
Sudan: No End in Sight After Nearly 50 Days of Fighting
Analysts monitoring Sudan say it might take an internationally supported peacekeeping force to end the ongoing fighting there. That assessment follows multiple failed cease-fire… Read more »
June 29, 2023
Cameroon: Cameroon's Farmers Decry Crop Export Ban to Nigeria
Cameroon is cracking down on the smuggling of cocoa, cotton, and other cash crops to Nigeria by temporarily banning the legal trade as well. Since announcing the ban two weeks ago,… Read more »
June 28, 2023
Ethiopia: Social Media Ban Brings Challenges
WASHINGTON - Four months into a social media ban, communications businesses and civil rights groups in Ethiopia are feeling the impact. Strict regulations are making it harder for… Read more »
Niger: Muslims - Price Hikes Dampen Eid Celebration
Muslims in Nigeria are tightening their belts to mark Eid Al-Adha, the feast of sacrifice. Inflation triggered by President Bola Tinubu's decision to remove fuel subsidies in May… Read more »
Nigeria: Humanitarian, Security Crises in Northeastern Nigeria Reach New Heights
U.N. agencies are warning that the food security and nutrition crises in northeastern Nigeria have reached alarming new heights and that swift global action is needed to head off a… Read more »
June 27, 2023
Central African Republic: U.S. Sanctions Companies Linked to Gold Trade to Fund Wagner Fighters
The United States on Tuesday accused companies in the United Arab Emirates, the Central African Republic and Russia of engaging in illicit gold deals to help fund the mercenary… Read more »
Zambia: Police Arrest Former President's Son and His Wife On Corruption Charges
Authorities in Zambia have arrested former President Edgar Lungu's son and daughter-in-law on charges of money laundering and possessing property believed to be proceeds of crime… Read more »
Sudan: Paramilitary Leader Announces Eid Ceasefire, Vows Probe of His Forces
The leader of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces announced a brief cease-fire starting Wednesday for the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha. Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo also said he would… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Inflation Hits 175% As Currency Continues Crashing Against US Dollar
Zimbabwe officials say the country's annual inflation rate more than doubled from May to June, to more than 175%. Economists say multiple devaluations of Zimbabwe's struggling… Read more »
South Africa: South Africa Looks to China to Shed Light On Power Crisis
South Africa's worst ever energy crisis has the country reeling amid daily blackouts, but new Minister for Electricity Kgosientsho Ramokgopa is hoping China can provide a light in… Read more »