September 22, 2023
Tanzania: Tanzanians Demand Return of Ancestral Skulls
Colonial-era skulls had been lying in a Berlin archive for more than 100 years. Once looted as war trophies, they have now been matched by DNA tests with living descendants in… Read more »
Nigeria: Mysterious Death of Afrobeats Idol Stirs Outrage
The late Ilerioluwa Aloba, better known as MohBad, was one of the Afrobeats genre's rising stars. Nigerian fans have taken to the streets, seeking answers for his death at a Lagos… Read more »
September 21, 2023
Zambia: World's Oldest Wooden Structure Found in Zambia
Archaeologists say the structure dates back 476,000 years. It was intentionally shaped with wooden tools to create stable joints, attesting to the cognitive skills of Homo sapiens'… Read more »
Africa: First South African Woman to Navigate Submarine Dies
A freak wave claimed the lives of three submariners from the South African Navy. South Africa's military said that among the dead was the first woman on the African continent to… Read more »
September 19, 2023
West Africa: Does the New Sahel Defence Pact Threaten the G5 Sahel?
For years, the G5 Sahel has been mobilizing to fight extremists in the African region -- but some experts believe that Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger's new Sahel alliance could… Read more »
September 18, 2023
Libya: A Week After Deadly Floods - What We Know
In the aftermath of a devastating flood in Libya, the threat of more dam failures looms. As bodies are collectively buried, survivors face the risk of displaced land mines and… Read more »
South Africa: At Least 20 Mine Staff Die in Bus Crash - Reports
A bus carrying employees from a diamond mine in Limpopo reportedly collided with a lorry. Road safety is a critical challenge in South Africa, despite the country's advanced road… Read more »
Africa: Zambians Protest 'Death Threats' Against Their President
Zambians are concerned about reports of "death threats" against Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema allegedly coming from within Zimbabwe's ruling ZANU-PF. Can the ongoing… Read more »
September 17, 2023
Libya: Libya Flooding - Landmines Pose New Threat, Death Toll Rises
Many people in Libya have been left without fresh drinking water since the floods contaminated sources, but there's a new danger if they travel to get water: landmines displaced by… Read more »
Sudan: Fighting Escalates in Khartoum in 6th Month of Conflict
The army headquarters in Khartoum was attacked, and an iconic skyscraper in the city went up in flames, according to social media posts. The fighting between the army and the RSF… Read more »
September 16, 2023
Niger: Macron Says France's Niger Ambassador a 'Hostage' in Embassy
Niger's coup leaders have tried to expel France's ambassador, but Paris says it doesn't recognize their authority to order him out. Macron said on TV he was "literally" a… Read more »
Mali: Juntas of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso Sign Security Pact
Three West African countries ruled by military juntas have signed a mutual defense pact. Mali and Burkina Faso had previously promised to come to Niger's aid in the event of an… Read more »
North Africa: European Leader Visits Italy Amid Migrant Influx
The European Commission president's visit comes in response to an invitation from Italian Prime Minister Meloni. Italy's right-wing government has urged the EU to help in the face… Read more »
South Africa: South Africa Holds State Funeral for Zulu Leader Buthelezi
Mangosuthu Buthelezi was a controversial figure in South Africa's freedom struggle but many Zulus see him protector of their culture. President Cyril Ramaphosa was due to deliver… Read more »
September 15, 2023
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe's Women Decry Political Underrepresentation
Women groups in Zimbabwe are calling on President Emmerson Mnangagwa to have a gender-balanced cabinet. The recently reelected leader has appointed just six women out of 26 cabinet… Read more »
Rwanda: Activists Want Trans and Intersex Legal Rights
Rwanda has a progressive posture towards LGBTQ issues, but human rights NGOs want more legal recognition and protection for transgender and intersex people to ensure they don't… Read more »
September 14, 2023
Libya: Libya Flood Casualties Could've Been Avoided, Says UN
Warning systems could have helped authorities in Libya carry out better evacuations and save many more lives, the UN has said. Meanwhile, global aid efforts are intensifying. Read more »
Africa: Africa Needs Peace to Hit SDGs
Conflict, climate change and a lack of access to basic services hinder Africa's progress towards the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). To achieve lasting success, experts… Read more »
Morocco: German Red Cross Earthquake Aid Postponed Due to 'New Rules'
The German Red Cross was scheduled to send a relief flight to Morocco on Thursday, upon Moroccan request. The Moroccan government has restricted aid senders to four the… Read more »
September 13, 2023
Libya: Flood Death Toll Rises to More Than 5,000, 30,000 People Displaced
Aid workers and officials have said that the death toll is likely to rise, as bodies continue to wash up ashore. The UN migration agency said that at least 30,000 people in eastern… Read more »
East Africa: How Could Ethiopia's Dam Dispute Escalate?
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam conflict has lasted for more than a decade without a resolution. Some experts warn that any further delays in settling the outstanding issues… Read more »
Libya: Floods in Libya - Civil War Compounds Devastation
Climate change is partly responsible for the floods that have devastated Libya, but the legacy of civil war, political chaos and corruption have exacerbated the impact. Observers… Read more »
September 12, 2023
Libya: 'Medicane' Left Libya Trapped Between Floods and the Sea
Storm Daniel wreaked havoc in southeastern Europe before becoming a Mediterranean storm. The "medicane" then slammed into Libya, where coastal towns were encircled by the sea on… Read more »
Kenya: Bumpy First Year in Office for William Ruto
Food costs and taxes are high, the opposition belligerent and Kenyans are angry. President William Ruto has lost a lot of support at home. It's time for him to listen to those who… Read more »
West Africa: Are Military Juntas Hindering Stability in the Sahel?
The security situation in Africa's Sahel is worsening following several military takeovers. Experts say that only a return to democracy can address the crises facing the region. Read more »