Africa: Electoral Manipulation Biggest Threat to Africa's Democracy - Jonathan

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has identified electoral manipulation as one of the biggest threats facing democracy in the African continent. Read more »

Africa: Gambari - Over 1,000 Insurgent Groups Operating in Africa

Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, former Chief of Staff to late President Muhammadu Buhari, on Monday saidt over 1,000 insurgent groups are currently operating within the African continent,… Read more »

Africa: Unbeaten d'Tigers Edge Cameroon 99-90 to Win Afrobasket Group B

D'Tigers secured a perfect group-stage record with a hard fought 99-90 victory over arch rivals Indomitable Lions of Cameroon in Sunday's Group B final match at the ongoing FIBA… Read more »

Africa: Nigeria's Para-Powerlifters Set Sights On Gold in Chile

A strong contingent of Nigerian para-powerlifters will depart the country on Monday to compete at the highly anticipated Para-Powerlifting World Cup in Santiago, Chile. Read more »

Africa: 76 Africans Dead, Dozens Missing After Migrant Boat Sinks Off Yemen

At least 76 people were killed and dozens are missing after a boat carrying mostly Ethiopian migrants sank off Yemen, in the latest tragedy on the perilous sea route, officials… Read more »

Africa: How Biya, Ouattara, Other African Leaders Are Stifling Opposition

In recent months, political transitions in parts of Africa have taken an uncertain turn, with four key countries of Mali, Burkina Faso, the Ivory Coast, and Cameroon, witnessing… Read more »

Africa: Africa Needs $170bn Annually to Bridge Infrastructure Gap - ATTID

The Africa Think Tank for Infrastructure Development (ATTID) has projected that the continent requires between $130 billion and $170 billion annually to meet its infrastructure… Read more »

Africa: Google Announces $37m Funding in Africa

Google has outlined a wave of AI support across Africa, representing $37 million in cumulative funding -- including previously committed but unannounced funding -- to research,… Read more »

Africa: Children Die of Starvation As Humanitarian Crisis Worsens in Gaza

The United Nations and NGOs are warning of an imminent famine in the Gaza Strip - a designation based on strict criteria and scientific evidence. Read more »

Africa: WAFCON Semi-Final - Why Super Falcons Can Beat South Africa

The Super Falcons of Nigeria kicked off their 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign on a high note with a convincing 3-0 win over Tunisia in their opening group… Read more »

Africa: Africa Losing $90bn Annually to Imported Substandard Fuel - Dangote

The President/Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has stated that Africa loses $90 billion annually to importation of substandard petrol fuel due to lack of… Read more »

Africa: Africa's Finest Karatekas Arrive Abuja for 2025 Championship

No fewer than 1,000 athletes and officials from 31 countries have begun to converge on Abuja, Nigeria's capital, for the 2025 African Karate Championships. Read more »

Africa: Nigeria Ranks Africa's Fourth Largest Economy Despite Rebasing

Despite the rebasing of Nigeria's Gross Domestic Production (GDP), the country still retains its position as the fourth largest economy in terms of Nominal terms. Read more »

Africa: Africa Has Become Dumping Ground for Substandard Petroleum Products - Dangote

Africa's heavy dependence on fuel imports has turned the continent into a dumping ground for substandard petroleum products, Aliko Dangote, has said. Read more »

Africa: U.S., AU, Ecowas, Others Hail Buhari As a Champion of Democracy, Integrity

World leaders and international organisations have paid tributes to former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away at 82. Read more »

Africa: What Next After U.S. Strikes On Iran?

The United States struck three nuclear sites in Iran on Sunday, joining Israel's bombing campaign after days of speculation over US involvement in the conflict. Read more »

Africa: Minister Calls for Innovation to Unlock Gas Potential in Africa

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, has called for regional collaboration and innovation to build a resilient African gas economy. Read more »

Africa: Research Centre to Counter Fake News On China-Africa Relations

The China-Africa Media Research Centre (CAMRC), a non-governmental organisation (NGO), has unveiled plans to publish its first yearly report on China-Africa media experience this… Read more »

Africa: Women May Hold the Key to Africa's Economic Prosperity

Gender inequality in employment costs the worldtwenty-one trillion dollars to be exact. The inclusion of women in the labour force might just be the road to salvation for failing… Read more »

Africa: The Need for Ai Literacy, Localisation in Africa

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is fast becoming a transformative force to reckon with across various sectors of human endeavour, offering unprecedented opportunities for innovation… Read more »

Africa: UK to Empower Women, Drive Economic Growth Across Africa

The British Deputy High Commissioner, Mr. Jonny Baxter, reaffirmed the UK's commitment to supporting inclusive economic growth and sustainable development across the country. Read more »

Africa: Tinubu Calls for Collective Action to Develop Africa's Sovereign Wealth

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for collective action and regional cooperation among African countries in developing Africa's sovereign wealth. Read more »

Africa: Deportation - Trump Deploys Marines, Vows to Hit Protesters Harder

President Donald Trump ordered active-duty US Marines and 2,000 more National Guard troops into Los Angeles on Monday, vowing those protesting immigration arrests would be "hit… Read more »

Africa: '2nd Post-Focac Forum to Advance China-Africa Modernisation'

The second post-FOCAC Abuja Forum aims to advance China-Africa Modernisation, according to Professor Sheriff Ghali Ibrahim, Director of the Centre for Contemporary China-Africa… Read more »

Africa: Africa Expresses Concern As Trump Slaps New Travel Ban On 12 Countries

African authorities and citizens expressed shock and dismay on Thursday over the abrupt decision by the Trump administration to impose travel bans on people from a string of… Read more »