Senegal: Senegal Mourns Thiaroye War Heroes Slain By French Troops 80 Years Ago

Senegal commemorates the 80th anniversary of the Thiaroye massacre on Sunday, honouring the African riflemen killed by French colonial forces on 1 December, 1944. For the first… Read more »

Benin: Benin to Give Nationality to Descendants of Those Deported As Slaves

In Benin, the government has voted through a law offering nationality to "people with an African ancestor deported as part of the slave trade", with applications due to open in… Read more »

West Africa: Chad Cuts Military Ties With France As Alliances Shift Across the Sahel

Chad has ended its defence cooperation pact with France - a move that could see French troops leave the country as the former colonial power's influence across the Sahel collapses. Read more »

Mozambique: Mozambique Forces Face UN Scrutiny After Military Vehicle Strikes Protester

Mozambican security forces have been accused of using excessive force to suppress anti-government protests following disputed October elections. At least two people have died, with… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Businesses Court French Investors During Tinubu's Landmark Visit

President Bola Tinubu's state visit to France brings a delegation of Nigerian business leaders seeking new investment in Africa's largest economy. It also reflects growing efforts… Read more »

Africa: Nigeria's President in Paris As France Continues Shift Towards Anglophone Africa

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu begins a three day state visit to France this Thursday, the first of its kind by a Nigerian leader in more than two decades, as Paris seeks to boost… Read more »

Sudan: War in Sudan Leaves 13 Million People Displaced and More Than Half the Population Malnourished

The ongoing war in Sudan, which started 20 months ago, has created one of the world's most severe humanitarian crises, according to the United Nations. Over 13 million people have… Read more »

Sudan: French Foreign Minister Tackles Sudan Crisis and UN Reform On Africa Trip

France's new foreign minister began his first trip to sub-Saharan Africa on Wednesday, focusing on the humanitarian crisis in Sudan and the future of French military presence in… Read more »

Namibia: Namibia's Ruling Party On Edge As Country Holds Presidential Polls

The small south African nation of Namibia goes to the polls on Wednesday for presidential and legislative elections. The ruling Swapo party is facing its tightest race since the… Read more »

Madagascar: How Fishing Villages in Madagascar Are Leading a Toilet Revolution

In Madagascar, only one in three people has access to proper toilets. But in the country's southern fishing villages, a quiet revolution is taking place as communities swap… Read more »

Algeria: France 'Concerned' Over Disappearance of Writer Boualem Sansal in Algeria

France says it's "very concerned" about the disappearance of French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal, who has not been heard from since he was reportedly taken into police custody… Read more »

Kenya: Plastic-Eating Mealworms Found in Kenya Offer Hope for Waste Crisis

Kenyan scientists have discovered that a native mealworm can eat and break down polystyrene - a breakthrough that could help tackle the continent's growing plastic waste crisis. Read more »

Central African Republic: Former Wagner Media Operative Lifts the Lid On Russian Disinformation in Central African Republic

Journalist Ephrem Yalike was once an instrument of propaganda for the Wagner mercenary group in Bangui. Having secretly fled the Central African Republic a few months ago, he… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Investigates Alleged Kidnapping of Ugandan Opposition Leader Besigye

Kenyan authorities were on Thursday investigating the alleged abduction from Nairobi of the prominent Ugandan opposition politician Kizza Besigye after he appeared at a military… Read more »

Africa: African Delegates Urge Action, Hope for Last-Minute Deal in Azerbaijan

Negotiators at the UN climate talks in Azerbaijan are working to overcome a deadlock in negotiations. African representatives are emphasizing that, despite being the least… Read more »

Mali: Australian Mining Company to Pay Mali Junta $160m for Release of CEO

Australia's Resolute Mining said Monday it has struck a deal worth $160 million (€151 million) with the military government of Mali, after the company's CEO and two other… Read more »

Gabon: Gabon Approves New Constitution a Year After Military Seized Power

Gabonese voters have given a resounding 'yes' to a new constitution proposed by the country's military rulers. The changes, approved in a referendum on Sunday, include limits to… Read more »

Senegal: Senegal's Ruling Party Pastef Party On Track to Get Large Majority in Elections

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's party has claimed a comfortable victory in Sunday's legislative elections, paving the way for it to deliver an ambitious reform agenda… Read more »

Africa: African Cinema Takes to Global Stage With Diverse Storytelling

As African cinema is taking centre stage at festivals around the world, filmmakers and curators reflect on the future of the film industry and creativity on the continent. Read more »

Madagascar: Madagascar's Lychee Growers in Crisis As Production Plummets

The lychee harvest season is under way in Madagascar - the world's top producer of the prized pink fruit - but growers and exporters are facing a major crisis, as forecasts… Read more »

Senegal: Senegal Votes to Shape Parliament As Reforms and Economy Hang in Balance

Senegalese voters head to the polls Sunday to elect a new National Assembly - a crucial test for President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's government as it seeks a parliamentary majority… Read more »

Sudan: French Weapons Found in Sudan War Zone Despite Arms Embargo, Says Amnesty

French-made military equipment fitted to armoured vehicles from the United Arab Emirates is reportedly being used by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in violation of… Read more »

Gabon: Gabon Votes On Sweeping Changes to Its Political Future

Gabon is holding a constitutional referendum on Saturday that could reshape its political system - introducing a seven-year presidential term, renewable once, while abolishing the… Read more »

Africa: Trump's Re-Election Stirs Up Both Hopes and Doubts in Africa

African leaders have been quick to congratulate Donald Trump on his re-election, expressing optimism for stronger partnerships with the United States. Yet, analysts suggest that… Read more »

Senegal: EU Vessels to Stop Fishing in Senegal Waters After Accord Expires

The EU says it will not renew a fishing agreement between Brussels and Dakar following "shortcomings" over illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing. Read more »