Nigeria: Nigeria Launches Crackdown On Fake Degrees

The Nigerian government has set up an inter-ministerial committee to investigate fake academic degrees. The move comes after Abuja banned degree certificates from 18 foreign… Read more »

Gambia: Former Minister Sonko Faces Charges of Rape, Torture

Former Interior Minister Ousman Sonko is facing charges involving rape and torture in what is being called a "landmark trial" for universal jurisdiction prosecuting crimes against… Read more »

Burkina Faso: Burkino Faso's Youth Utilize Free-Speech Sanctuaries

Away from classrooms, Burkina Faso's 'grins de thé' are where the hottest debates take place. Young minds untangle political knots, defy language edicts and dream of a… Read more »

Sierra Leone: Ex-President Koroma Charged With High Treason

The charges come after gunmen recently attacked a barracks and prison in the capital Freetown. Numerous others are also facing similar charges over the incident. Read more »

Nigeria: Farmer-Herder Conflict Exposes Govt Inaction

The recent spate of violence in Nigeria's Plateau state which resulted in over 160 deaths has raised questions whether present and past Nigerian administrations are doing enough to… Read more »

Ghana: World Record Attempt - Ghanaian Sing-a-Thon Ends

Initially it looked like a publicity stunt, but Ghanaian daredevil Afua Asantewaa Aduonum continued to sing for almost 127 hours. But did she break the 2012 record held by an… Read more »

Ghana: Ghanaian Singer Aims to Break Guinness World Record

Initially it was deemed a publicity stunt, but Ghanaian voice Afua Asantewaa Aduonum means business: She has set her eyes on breaking a record held by an Indian singer since March… Read more »

Mauritania: Refugees Putting Out Fires - and Prejudice

As Mauritania faces its yearly bushfire season, a group made up of refugees teams up with the local community to put out the flames and save pastures for livestock. But the region… Read more »

Nigeria: How Chinese Workers in Nigeria Cause Controversy

Do Chinese firms in Africa employ convicts from China? The allegation has resurfaced in Nigeria. But so far, no facts have been produced. There are reasons, though, for the rumor… Read more »

Mali: Last German Troops Return, Told Mission 'Not in Vain'

Germany's last troops serving in Mali have returned home after the Russian-backed military government there ordered peacekeepers out. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius told them… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria - Deadly Military Mishaps Spark Calls for Probe

Nigerians recently awoke to news of yet another tragic military error resulting in the death of at least 85 civilians. Now, calls for an investigation into the military's failures… Read more »

West Africa: West Africa Leaders Set Terms for Lifting Niger Sanctions

The ECOWAS regional bloc has set up a committee of three leaders to negotiate with Niger's military junta on a transition to democratic rule. Read more »

West Africa: Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger Alliance Faces Uphill Task

Junta-led Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have ditched the G5 anti-jihadist force. Experts say their intended new confederation to tackle Islamist insurgents in the Sahel is bound to… Read more »

Africa: National Women's Convention For Peace Wins German-Africa Prize 2023

The Africa Prize is awarded by the non-partisan German Africa Foundation to Africans selected by a jury for their commitment to democracy, peace, human rights, economic… Read more »

Cameroon: Who Are the Women Working for Change and Peace in Cameroon?

Marthe Wandou, Esther Omam and Sally Mboumien are activists and affiliates of 1st National Women's Convention for Peace in Cameroon. The body representing 77 organizations has been… Read more »

Niger: Central Niger Celebrates Junta's Repeal of Migration Law

The EU is "very concerned" that Niger's military leaders revoked an EU-backed law criminalizing migration. But residents of Niger's ancient crossroad town of Agadez are overjoyed… Read more »

Sierra Leone: Sierra Leone Now Calm After Coordinated Series of Attacks

Active and retired soldiers allegedly participated in Sunday's attacks in Freetown, but the government says it's too early to tell if it was an attempted coup. Read more »

Sierra Leone: Govt Declares Curfew, Says Attack on Barracks Repelled

The West African country declared a "nationwide curfew" with immediate effect. It said "unidentified individuals" tried to infiltrate an armory but they had been "rebuffed." Read more »

Mali: Is Kidal's Recapture a Step Towards Peace?

Mali's military has taken the town of Kidal from rebel groups. But experts fear that possible fresh attacks might jeopardize lasting peace. Read more »

Burkina Faso: Media, Rights Groups Slam Military Junta For Conscripting Critics, Activists, Journalists

The Burkinabe junta has requisitioned critics, activists and journalists for its anti-jihadist fight, but rights groups say the "general mobilization" is a strategy to silence… Read more »

Nigeria: Deportation Looms for Rejected Nigerian Asylum Seekers

Thousands of Nigerians will likely be affected by German government plans to step up deportations of rejected asylum seekers. But experts warn about an insecure environment for… Read more »

Mali: Dozens of UN Peacekeepers Injured During Mali Withdrawal

The military junta in Mali ordered the United Nations peacekeeping mission MINUSMA to leave the country earlier this year. The peacekeepers' convoys have been hit by multiple… Read more »

Guinea: Guinea Former Coup Leader Camara Taken From Prison

The justice minister said gunmen stormed the capital's main prison and freed Camara. Heavy gunshots were reported in Conakry, with the Justice Ministry saying the borders were… Read more »

Mali: 15 UN Peacekeepers Injured As Rebels Target Convoy

This is the fourth such incident involving an IED since the convoy's departure from the UN base in Kidal on Tuesday. Mali's government has refused to authorize flight support for… Read more »

Nigeria: Tigray Stumbles Towards Peace a Year After War

One year after the end of Ethiopia's Tigray conflict, complete peace remains elusive and the humanitarian crisis remains. Critics accuse the government of not keeping its promises. Read more »