March 10
Africa: African Games - Team Nigeria Wins First Gold Medal
Having landed in the final, Opeyori finished the business of claiming the gold medal with a great display. Read more »
March 08
Africa: How Nigeria, Africa Can Tackle Poverty - Adesina
Africa's present and former presidents were among hundreds of guests who attended the award ceremony where Mr Adesina delivered the Awolowo Foundation's annual lecture. Read more »
Africa: Africa Accounts for 95 Percent of Malaria Deaths Globally - WHO
According to the WHO, the African region is home to 11 countries that carry approximately 70 per cent of the global burden of malaria. Read more »
February 29
Africa: World Must Move Beyond Waste Era and Turn Rubbish Into Resource - UN Report
With municipal waste set to rise by two-thirds and its costs to almost double within a generation, only a drastic reduction in waste generation will secure a liveable and… Read more »
February 28
Africa: African Countries Unite Against Israeli Occupation
The timing of last week's ICJ hearings could lead to greater compliance with the court's ruling than in previous cases. Read more »
February 21
Africa: Analysis - Clarifying Myth, Misconception Around U.S.-South Africa Bilateral Relation
A newly-introduced bill at the U.S. Congress has sparked questions about the trajectory of the longstanding relationship between the U.S and South Africa. Read more »
February 18
Africa: AfDB Report Puts Africa's GDP At 3.8 Percent in 2024
"Despite the challenging global and regional economic environment, 15 African countries have posted output expansions of more than five per cent." Read more »
February 19
Africa: Protecting Citizenship Rights and Ending Statelessness in Africa
"Statelessness and mass denial of citizenship pose a clear and present danger to regional peace and security in Africa." Read more »
February 15
Africa: FIFA Ranking - Super Eagles Rise 14 Places, Now Third in Africa
A run to the AFCON final saw the Super Eagles rise 14 places in the ranking table to end as the third-best country in Africa. Read more »
February 11
Africa: Nigerian Woman Solo-Driving From London to Lagos Arrives Africa
On 29 January, she embarked on her journey to replicate the achievement of professional motorcyclist Kunle Adeyanju nearly two years prior. Read more »
Africa: Golden Moments - Three Legendary Nigerian Players in Afcon Finals
The Super Eagles have always found heroes at AFCON tournaments and they are looking for another after the likes of Odegbami, Amuneke, and Mba. Read more »
February 09
Africa: Why American, European Companies Need to Invest in Africa's Mining Sector - Interview - with Tom Sheehy
US Institute of Peace expert, Tom Sheehy, sheds light on mining challenges and opportunities in Africa. Read more »
February 08
Africa: Nwabali Gets Cake As Peseiro Proves Mettle
With his two penalty saves, Nwabali proved that the Eagles have finally found a goaltender that can be relied upon. Read more »
February 07
Africa: Nigeria Stuns South Africa - Super Eagles Zoom Into 2024 Afcon Final
Two penalty goals sent this encounter into penalties, where South Africa-based Nigerian goalkeeper Nwabali made two saves to send Nigeria into Sunday's final. Read more »
Africa: South Africa Reacts to Concerns About Safety of Nigerians
The Nigerian High Commission in South Africa had earlier notified nationals living in South Africa of possible violent attacks following inflammatory comments made online by South… Read more »
Africa: Players to Watch in Nigeria Vs South Africa Match
The battle for space in the final thirds will be crucial to determining who wins a final ticket when Nigeria confronts South Africa in Bouake on Wednesday Read more »
Africa: Afcon 2023 - Group Donates Jerseys to Super Eagles' Fans Ahead of South Africa Clash
Mohammed urged Nigerians to unite behind the Super Eagles as they confront South Africa on Wednesday Read more »
February 05
Africa: Exiting Ecowas and Its Implications for Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, West Africa
"ECOWAS, under the influence of foreign powers, betraying its founding principles, has become a threat to its member state..." Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso said. Read more »
February 04
Africa: Afcon2023 - South Africa's Coach Speaks On Semi-Final Clash With Nigeria
He also noted that not many people in South Africa believed in the team. Read more »
Africa: World Cancer Day 2024 - WHO Releases Frightening Statistics
In Nigeria, the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has advocated increased awareness campaigns against cancer. Read more »
Africa: Afcon - Williams Is Hero As South Africa Book Semifinal Place Against Nigeria
South Africa captain Williams was the hero, as he saved four of the five penalties to snag their first semifinal place in 24 years. Read more »
February 02
North Africa: North Africans Dumped Out of Cote d'Ivoire's Afcon 2023
Morocco, fresh off their World Cup heroics, seemed destined for glory, while Egypt, led by Mohamed Salah, looked unstoppable Read more »
January 31
Africa: Afcon - South Africa Shock Morocco, Mali Ease Through
All top five FIFA-ranked teams have been dumped out at AFCON 2023 after South Africa shocked Morocco on Tuesday Read more »
January 29
Africa: Governance Continues to Deteriorate in Africa Because of Data Gaps - Report
Only three African countries (Egypt, Mauritius, and Seychelles) have a death registration system that registers at least 90 per cent of the deaths that occur. Read more »
January 28
Africa: Gates Foundation Says 0.5% of World Billionaires' Wealth Could Prevent 7 Million Deaths
The foundation said there are existing and emerging solutions that will improve and save lives despite challenges. Read more »