March 05
Senegal: National Dialogue Report Submitted to President Sall
Minister of the Interior Me Sidiki Kaba, presented the report resulting from the national dialogue this Monday, March 4, 2024, to the President of the Republic, Macky Sall. The… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Women Aren't Safe and Will No Longer Be Quiet
The Kenya government needs to listen to its people and take all necessary measures to prevent and address femicide. It is unacceptable that men kill hundreds of women each year… Read more »
South Africa: UCT Invites Disgraced Ex-Eskom Boss for 'Ethics' Lecture - South African News Briefs - March 5, 2024
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March 04
South Africa: Ex-President Mbeki Denies Apartheid Prosecution Interference - South African News Briefs - March 4, 2024
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March 01
South Africa: South Africa's Online Election Talk Heats Up
South Africa's online election conversation is heating up - and key points and concerns are emerging, according to the Centre for Analytics and Behavioural Change (CABC). Read more »
South Africa: 3 Dead in Braamfontein Shooting, Police Seek Suspects - South African News Briefs - March 1, 2024
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February 29
South Africa: New Palace for Zulu King Amid Legal Dispute - South African News Briefs - February 29, 2024
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February 28
Ethiopia: 'We Thought They Would Fight With Those They Came To Fight'
Amnesty International reports that Ethiopia's National Defense Forces (ENDF) is engaged in extrajudicial executions in Bahir Dar, Amhara, and denying families the right to bury… Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa Nominates Mandisa Maya for Chief Justice - South African News Briefs - February 28, 2024
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February 27
Zambia: Kabwe's Stolen Breath - Legacy of Lead and the Fight for a Greener Future
Kabwe, Zambia, once a bustling mining town, now bears the heavy weight of a toxic legacy. Read more »
Senegal: Set Poll Date or Constitutional Council May Have to Choose President - Sall
President Macky Sall will consider asking the Constitutional Council to designate his successor, if the participants in the national dialogue do not find a consensus on the date of… Read more »
South Africa: Former Oudtshoorn Mayor Jailed for Sexual Assault - South African News Briefs - February 27, 2024
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February 26
South Africa: 9 Ruling Party Supporters Killed in Bus Crash After Rally - South African News Briefs - February 26, 2024
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February 23
Cote d'Ivoire: Ivory Coast: Presidential pardon - 51 prisoners including General Dogbo Blé and several pro-Soro concerned
Cote d'Ivoire President Alassane Ouattara granted presidential pardons to 51 civilians and military staff convicted of offenses committed during the post-electoral crises and for… Read more »
Senegal: President Macky Sall Calls for Talks to Set Election Date
During his interview with the Senegalese press held on February 22, President Macky Sall made an announcement: "On April 2, my mission ends at the head of Senegal." This… Read more »
Africa: Why Investing in Teachers is Critical to the Future of Every African Child Deserves
2024 is the African Union year of Education, but when we step into a classroom and see more than a hundred students to one teacher, our hearts sink. Of course, we will see angelic… Read more »
February 19
Niger: Ecowas Prepares to Lift Sanctions on Niger - Report
According to information from Jeune Afrique, regional organization Ecowas will lift the economic sanctions on Niger "soon" - a decision made after the coup on July 26, 2023, by… Read more »
February 14
Senegal: 'Why Should We Call for a Dialogue? Dialogue for Whom? With Whom and About What?'
There is a right time for everything, including dialogue, which is what President Macky Sall is calling for. A short time before the start of the electoral campaign, he has chosen… Read more »
February 13
Liberia: Liberia Gets First Woman as Defence Minister
Retired brigadier general Geraldine George is the new Liberian defence minister - the first time a woman occupies the post, albeit in an acting capacity. President Joseph… Read more »
Senegal: More Protests, Govt Suspends Internet Again as Sall Talks National Dialogue
The civil society collective against the postponement of the presidential election of February 25, 2024, announced the postponement of the “silent march” scheduled for… Read more »
February 12
Senegal: U.S. 'Saddened' By More Deaths During Protests Against Poll Postponement
The U.S. expressed "pain and sadness" after the death in Senegal of two demonstrators in Senegal in clashes with the police. However, France24 and RFI puts the number of deaths at… Read more »
February 11
Tanzania: President Suluhu's Condolence Message After Former PM Lowassa's Death
Former Tanzania PM Lowassa died in Dar es Salaam on February 10. Read more »
February 10
Senegal: Student Killed During Dakar Protests
A young man was killed during these clashes, reports our correspondent in Dakar, Juliette Dubois. He was a student at Gaston Berger University. Read more »
Senegal: Police, Protesters Clash During Demonstrations Against Poll Postponement
Protesters responded to the call from civil society and a coalition of political parties against President Macky Sall's decision to postpone the presidential election from February… Read more »
February 09
South Africa: Foreign Minister Pandor Says Israel Targeting Her After ICJ Genocide Case
The South African Minister of International Relations Naledi Pandor said she's been receiving threats after the country filed a complaint against Israel at the International Court… Read more »