Libya: Libya Central Bank Halts Operations Over Employee Abduction

The Central Bank of Libya said that its head of information technology was kidnapped by an unidentified group and that other executives had been threatened. It comes a week after… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Congo - Mpox Outbreak Sparks Fear Amid Low Awareness

The Mpox outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has now become a global public health emergency. Residents of the North Kivu province, where the outbreak is severe, are… Read more »

Uganda: Who Are the LRA Rebels?

Thomas Kwoyelo, a former commander of the Lord's Resistance Army, has been convicted for his role in brutal crimes committed between 1992 and 2005. DW explores the decline of the… Read more »

Tanzania: Has Tanzania's Protest Crackdown Dented Democratic Gains?

When President Samia Suluhu Hassan took office, her easing of opposition restrictions was praised. But a recent protest crackdown shows that progress on political freedom under her… Read more »

Nigeria: Army Destroys Illegal Refineries, Seizes Crude Oil

The Nigerian Army is launching raids to crack down on illicit refineries as the oil-rich African nation struggles to curb oil theft and sabotage. Read more »

Sudan: Sudan Truce Talks Start in Switzerland Without Sudanese Army

Participants in the US-led talks are focusing on humanitarian issues in the brutal Sudan conflict. But one important party to the war has not shown up for the Switzerland summit. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda - Landmark Conviction of LRA Fighter

Thomas Kwoyelo, a former commander of the Lord's Resistance Army, has been convicted for his role in brutal crimes committed between 1992 and 2005. But the LRA's leaders remain at… Read more »

Africa: Mpox Outbreak Declared a Public Health Emergency in Africa

The viral disease has swept through a number of African countries, particularly the Democratic Republic of Congo. The US said it had provided $17 million of extra assistance to… Read more »

Tanzania: Tanzania Opposition Leaders Released After Mass Arrests

Hundreds of leaders and supporters of the Chadema party had been arrested ahead of a planned youth day rally. Dissidents voiced concerns about a return to the repressive policies… Read more »

Uganda: Ex-LRA Commander Convicted in War Crimes Trial

It is the first time a high-profile soldier from the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) has been tried for war crimes in a Ugandan court. Thomas Kwoyelo was convicted on 44 counts,… Read more »

Zambia: Zambia to Reopen Border With DRC After Trade Dispute

Zambia briefly closed its border to the Democratic Republic of the Congo over a trade dispute. The decision to shut its border threatened Congo's ability to export its minerals. Read more »

Africa: How Prepared Is Africa to Host an Olympics?

Africa boasts a vibrant sports heritage and a history of Olympic involvement, yet it has never hosted the Games. How feasible is an African bid to host the Olympics? Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda's Kagame Sworn in for 4th Presidential Term

Rwandan President Paul Kagame has been inaugurated for another five years after winning a July poll with over 99% of votes. He has ruled the country with an iron fist since after… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Landfill Collapse Leaves Several Dead

Heavy rainfall triggered the collapse of the landfill in the Ugandan capital, Kampala. Rescue operations are ongoing as the search for more victims is underway. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria - Police Increase Presence On 10th Day of Protests

Thousands of Nigerians have taken to the streets to express frustration over the high cost of living. Protests turned violent last Thursday, with 22 deaths recorded, according to… Read more »

Guinea Bissau: Guinea-Bissau Escalates Crackdown On Press Freedom

Guinea-Bissau is becoming increasingly dangerous for critical journalists and opposition figures. A "people's movement" is now daring to rise up against President Umaro Sissoco… Read more »

Guinea Bissau: Guinea-Bissau's Escalating Crackdown On Press Freedom

Guinea-Bissau is becoming increasingly dangerous for critical journalists and opposition figures. A "people's movement" is now daring to rise up against President Umaro Sissoco… Read more »

Kenya: What Next for Gen Z's Digital Revolution?

In Kenya, youth-led protests and political debates surge on social media, raising alarms over surveillance and fake news. Online platforms are now the forefront of activism and… Read more »

Rwanda: Are Rwandans Being Relocated to Eastern Congo?

Dozens of Rwandan families are reportedly being resettled in areas of eastern Congo that are controlled by Rwanda-back M23 rebels. Local authorities fear that this could spark… Read more »

Africa: Foreign Entrepreneurs Need Patience in Africa

Some foreign companies are finding it hard to set up shop or expand in Africa. The main hurdles include a lack of loans and foreign currency to settle invoices, corruption and… Read more »

Kenya: Police Fire Tear Gas As Ruto's Cabinet Sworn in

Protesters in Nairobi called for William Ruto to step down as tensions rise over deadly unrest in the country. Demonstrators, primarily Gen Z, decry perceived corruption,… Read more »

Kenya: Kenyans Vow to 'Take Back' Their Country On August 8

Frustrated by systemic corruption, unemployment and rising living costs, young people in Kenya are planning more mass protests on August 8. Social media is flooded with calls to… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Faces Kidnapping Crisis

Kidnapping and extortion cases are on the rise, many of which are linked to the ongoing political and security crisis in the country. But authorities are struggling to keep up,… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Kidnapping Crisis Worsens

Rising kidnapping and extortion cases in Ethiopia are driven by political instability and conflict. The government is struggling to address the crisis. Read more »

Mali: Mali Breaks Diplomatic Ties With Ukraine

The move comes after Bamako called out remarks by Ukraine's military spy agency about an attack which left dozens of Malian soldiers and Russian mercenaries dead. Ukraine says… Read more »