July 30, 2018
Ethiopia: Thousands Mourn Death of Ethiopia's Dam Engineer
Thousands of Ethiopia's came to show their respects at the funeral of the person behind Ethiopia's ambitious mega project that will be the largest hydro-electric dam in Africa once… Read more »
South Africa: Great-Grandchildren Honour Mandela With a Children's Book
Little Charmers have hosted their 5th Annual Charity Show where former president Nelson Mandela's daughter Zindzi's children Zazi (8) and Ziwelene (6) launched the Mandela family's… Read more »
July 27, 2018
South Africa: 'Serial Rapist' Denies Documentary Claims
A man identified only as David in the BBC documentary My Neighbour - The Rapist has denied the allegations made in the viral video feature, claiming he was coerced by filmmaker… Read more »
Egypt: A Case of Donkeys Earning Their Stripes? - Photos of 'Fake Zebras' Go Viral
Cairo's International Garden municipal park has faced criticism after photographs of one of its zebra exhibits went viral, Snopes reports. Egyptian student Mahmoud Sarhan shared… Read more »
South Africa: Jacob Zuma Returns to Court to Face Corruption Charges
Crowds of supporters have gathered outside the Pietermaritzburg High Court where former president Jacob Zuma faces charges of corruption, fraud, racketeering and money laundering.… Read more »
July 25, 2018
Ethiopia: Barrier-Busting Leader Recruits Ethiopian Diaspora in U.S.
Ethiopia's energetic, headline-making prime minister, will visit the United States this week "with the sole purpose of engaging #Ethiopia's large Diaspora community," according to… Read more »
Nigeria: We Nigerians Must 'Get Our House in Order' - Saraki
Bukola Saraki, who – as Senate President and third in line to the Presidency – is one of Nigeria's most powerful politicians. He was elected to the Senate in 2011… Read more »
July 24, 2018
Nigeria: Politicians Will Put National Interests First - Saraki
Senate President Bukola Saraki, speaking to AllAfrica about the challenges and opportunities facing Nigeria, expressed his faith in Nigeria's justice system. In an interview on 11… Read more »
Africa: South Africa Punches Above Its Weight in BRICS Grouping
South Africa's inclusion in the BRICS grouping of nations - whose 10th summit it will host from July 25 to 27 - has long been questioned, since by most indicators – economic,… Read more »
July 23, 2018
South Africa: A Coup Averted After Zuma Resignation - Report
South Africa reportedly avoided a coup by the skin of its teeth in February 2018, after President Jacob Zuma was forced to step down. Read more »
Ethiopia: Part-time Pastor's Jesus Moment Goes South After Dead Man Stays Dead
A health worker who managed to convince a family that he could resurrect their dead relative is in hot water after he was arrested, according to BBC. Read more »
July 20, 2018
South Africa: Percy Tau Excited to Join English Premier League Club
Former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Percy Tau has landed himself a 4-year deal with an English Premier League club Brighton and Hove Albion. The club confirmed on their official… Read more »
July 17, 2018
Nigeria: How the Saraki-Led National Assembly Visit Can Boost U.S. Ties
The President of the Nigerian Senate, Dr Bukola Saraki, led a delegation of the Nigerian National Assembly on an important three-day working visit to the U.S. capitol last week. Read more »
July 16, 2018
South Africa: Exposé on Diepsloot Rape Culture Makes Waves
A 43-minute documentary by BBC Africa crime reporter Golden Mtika on the prevalence of rape in Diepsloot has shocked social media users. "This is one of the most dangerous places… Read more »
July 13, 2018
Cameroon: 85 Years Old President Biya to Run Again
Cameroon President Paul Biya (85) who has been in power since 1982 has announced he will be a candidate in the next presidential election scheduled for November 7th. He made this… Read more »
July 12, 2018
Africa: Are Migrants Handing the World Cup to France?
Les Bleus have progressed to the final of the World Cup tournament and are set to meet Croatia on Sunday, having triumphed 2-1 over England. A goal from Cameroon-born French… Read more »
July 04, 2018
Kenya: Family of Githurai Girl Who Sang Alicia Keys's Song Get Death Threats
The family of the 13-year-old Githurai girl, Gracious Amani, who went viral on social media with her powerful voice after singing a rendition of Alicia Key's hit song, Girl on… Read more »
July 02, 2018
Africa: New Drive to Develop Drugs in Africa to Fight Malaria, TB
In a bid to generate African solutions to African challenges, researchers on the continent are being offered grants to come up with new drugs to fight malaria, tuberculosis and… Read more »
South Africa: Fuel Price Spike Pushes Costs into Record Territory
Motorists' wallets are in for another shock after the June petrol price hike. Minister of Energy Jeff Radebe has announced a 23 cents price increase for 93 octane while 95 octane… Read more »
June 30, 2018
Africa: Senate Approves Trump Choice for Top State Department Africa Position
President Trump's selection for the senior Africa policy position in the State Department, Tibor P. Nagy, Jr., of Texas, was approved by the U.S. Senate on Thursday by voice vote. Read more »
June 29, 2018
South Africa: Grahamstown to be Renamed After Xhosa Warrior
Minister of Arts and Culture Nathi Mthethwa has published a government gazette stating that Grahamstown in the Eastern Cape will be renamed Makhanda. Read more »
West Africa: PMI's Alessandro Poggiali, Speaks On illicit Trade
The two-day high-level meeting organized by the National Employers' Confederation of Senegal (CNES) in Dakar ended on Wednesday 27 June with strong recommendations on the level of… Read more »
June 28, 2018
Africa: Tunisia Saves Face
The Carthage Eagles went in to this game knowing there is nothing to play for but pride. That late goal against England and a 5-2 thrashing against Belgium in their second game… Read more »
Senegal: Colombia Ends Africa's World Cup Hopes
One cannot imagine the weight on the shoulders of 42-year-old Senegalese coach Aliou Cissé and his team as they stepped out on to Cosomos Arena in Samara, Russia. Sheer… Read more »
June 26, 2018
Nigeria: Super Eagles Sent Packing After Losing 2-1 to Argentina
What a dramatic game it was between the South Americans and the Super Eagles. Fans burst into tears when a late Marcos Rojo goal gave Argentina a dramatic victory over… Read more »
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