March 24, 2023
Africa: U.S. Turns Spotlight on Russian Paramilitary Group Wagner's Africa Activities
The activities in Africa of Russia's Wagner Group, the private paramilitary group which deploys mercenaries to support the Kremlin's foreign policy objectives, are coming under… Read more »
March 09, 2023
Mali: Prime Minister Choguel Maiga Speaks on Mali's Relationship With France
French troops ended their withdrawal from Mali in August 2022 after a nine-year mission that supported the government troops in their fight against armed groups. Read more »
March 07, 2023
Africa: When Things Go Boom - Why the Doomsday Clock Matters to Africa
In January this year, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists moved its Doomsday Clock to 90 seconds to midnight, an indication that humanity is closer than ever to destroying… Read more »
March 06, 2023
Tunisia: Outcry Over Xenophobic Remarks Forces President Saied to Denounce Racism
Tunisia's President Kais Saied has denounced racism barely 10 days after declaring a crackdown on illegal immigration and using language the African Union deemed to be… Read more »
February 20, 2023
Burkina Faso: France's Military Ends Presence In Burkina Faso
France and Burkina Faso have officially marked the end of French military operations in the West African nation, the Burkinabe armed forces said. A flag-lowering ceremony at the… Read more »
February 18, 2023
Africa: Footballer Christian Atsu Found Dead After Turkey Earthquake
Christian Atsu has died aged 31, reports The Guardian. Read more »
February 15, 2023
Mauritius: Rights Group Accuses UK, U.S. of 'Crimes Against Humanity' Over Chagos Islands
A human rights group has accused the British government of lying, and the British and American governments of committing "crimes against humanity" in the process of establishing a… Read more »
February 10, 2023
Sudan: Russia, Western Envoys in Khartoum to Expand Influence
Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in Khartoum on February 8, 2023 as part of an African tour, seeking to expand influence. Read more »
February 07, 2023
South Africa: South Africans Were in Prison That Collapsed in Earthquake-Hit Turkey
February 8 update: Four South Africans detained in a Turkey prison escaped injury during the earthquake in the country, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation… Read more »
February 06, 2023
Southern Africa: Swiss Head of State to Visit War-torn Cabo Delgado In Mozambique
Swiss President Alain Berset will visit the troubled Cabo Delgado province this week during a trip to Mozambique and Botswana. Read more »
February 03, 2023
South Africa: New Twist in South Africa's Tottenham Hotspur Sponsorship Deal Opens Can of Worms
Lindiwe Sisulu, the Minister of Tourism, distanced herself from the reported R1 billion deal to sponsor Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur, which has sparked widespread… Read more »
January 25, 2023
South Africa: Cape Town Moves on Plans to Become First 'Load Shedding-Free Metro'- South African News Briefs - January 25, 2023
Private Suppliers Now Be Allowed to Sell Power to the City of Cape Town Read more »
January 14, 2023
Africa: How 'Fast Fashion' Causes Environmental Havoc #AfricaClimateCrisis
"Who are you wearing?" is the catchphrase at most red carpet events. But how often do we take the time to consider the clothing industry's impact on sustainability and human… Read more »
January 02, 2023
East Africa: Stop Supporting DR Congo's M23 Rebels, Europe Tells Rwanda
The European Union (EU) has called on all states in the Great Lakes region to stop support from flowing to armed groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo, but has singled out… Read more »
December 20, 2022
Africa: How Much Risk Does Russia Pose to Africa? (1)
A grave security threat, but not necessarily on a par with the United States, European Union and China. That's how some are describing Russia's involvement on the continent. And… Read more »
November 23, 2022
South Africa: Amendment to Finance Bill Welcomed - South African News Briefs - November 23, 2022
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November 18, 2022
Africa: Negotiators at COP27 Wrangle Over Loss and Damage and Fossil Fuel Phase Out #AfricaClimateCrisis
On Gender Day African Development Bank Rallies Global Support for Women to Build Climate Resilience Read more »
November 17, 2022
Africa: Climate Briefs - Green Hydrogen Could Sustainably Industrialise Africa and Boost GDP #AfricaClimateHope
Germany Commits €40 Million to African Development Bank Group's Climate Action Window Initiative for Fragile African States Read more »
Africa: Blowing Hot Air - How Top Emitters are Doing on their Energy Transitions #AfricaClimateCrisis
Finding sustainable forms of energy is one of the critical global challenges we face when dealing with the climate emergency and that means an urgent move away from fossil fuels. Read more »
November 16, 2022
Africa: 'Even Though Loss and Damage is on the Table, It's Not Yet a Win for Africa' #AfricaClimateHope
A promise of U.S.$100 billion a year in climate funding is yet to be fulfilled despite being past its 2020 deadline Read more »
November 15, 2022
Africa: If Cities Are a Part of the Climate Crisis, They Should Also Be Part of the Solution #AfricaClimateHope
Cities around the world are some of the biggest polluters and drivers of planet-warming emissions. Despite this, they can also offer a part of the solution to reducing the… Read more »
November 11, 2022
South Africa: Water Crisis a Greater Threat than Energy Crisis, Infrastructure Group Warns - South African News Briefs - November 11, 2022
Water Crisis to Outpace Energy Crisis, Infrastructure Group Warns Read more »
November 09, 2022
South Africa: Govt Makes Contingency Plans Against Public Service Strike - South African News Briefs - November 9, 2022
Govt Plans Contingency Against Public Service Workers' Strike Read more »
November 08, 2022
South Africa: US Identifies Alleged IS Members Operating in South Africa - South African News Briefs - November 8, 2022
U.S. Identifies Several Alleged IS Members in South Africa Read more »
November 04, 2022
East Africa: Multi-Billion Crude Oil Pipeline Bulldozing Ahead Despite Stiff Opposition #AfricaClimateCrisis
Africa is rich in clean energy sources, such as sun and wind, but despite this abundant sunshine, ideal for renewable energy production, the continent relies heavily on crude oil.… Read more »