April 18, 2023
Africa: What Role Do European Volunteers Play in Africa?
European volunteers pay vast sums of money to organizations that claim to fight poverty in Africa. But, instead of doing good for the community, some reinforce stereotypes. Read more »
Sudan: Rivals Agree to Daylong Cease-Fire - Reports
The Sudanese army has agreed to a pause in fighting for 24 hours beginning Tuesday evening. It came after US top diplomat Antony Blinken urged warring factions to ensure the safety… Read more »
April 17, 2023
Kenya: Millions Indebted to Mobile App Lenders
Loans through mobile apps have skyrocketed in Kenya. While this fintech industry provides easy-to-access credits, it has become a nightmare. Experts fear the largely unregulated… Read more »
Sudan: Military and Militia Driven By Hunger for Power - Analysts
The current clashes are emblematic of Sudan's difficult national and international situation, as well as the helplessness of its civil society. Read more »
April 16, 2023
Sudan: Unpacking Sudan Clashes - Who Is Who and How Did We Get Here?
Sudan's latest attempted coup has taken the world by storm this weekend. However, observers argue tensions have been brewing for a while, with the rift between its top military… Read more »
Sudan: Dozens Killed As Khartoum Fighting Spreads
A battle for control between rival forces in Sudan has turned deadly and sparked international alarm. Hundreds have been wounded in the fighting between the military and a… Read more »
Sudan: Clashes Leave More Than 60 Dead, Hundreds Injured
A battle for control between rival forces in Sudan has turned deadly and sparked international alarm. Hundreds have been wounded in the fighting between the military and a… Read more »
April 15, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Dozens Killed By Rebels in East
The CODECO rebel group has been blamed for the attacks on villages in DRC's Ituri province. The militant organization was once a peaceful agricultural cooperative. Read more »
Sudan: Several Killed As Army Battles Paramilitary in Khartoum
Fighting has broken out in Khartoum between the Sudanese army and the powerful RSF paramilitary group that claims to have taken control of the presidential palace and the… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan's Army Clashes With RSF Paramilitary - Reports
The Rapid Support Forces paramilitary and the Sudanese military exchanged accusations of attacks. Tensions in Sudan have been on the rise between the country's military leader and… Read more »
April 14, 2023
Nigeria: Nigerian Army Denies Forced Abortion Allegations in Probe
The Nigerian army says an alleged secret abortion program for women rescued from Boko Haram never took place. However, human rights groups insist a thorough probe into the claims… Read more »
April 13, 2023
Nigeria: Staying Out of School to Avoid Kidnappings
In northern Nigeria, hundreds of children have been abducted from school in recent years. No longer wanting to take risks, many parents have stopped sending their children to… Read more »
Ghana: Ghana First to Approve Oxford Malaria Vaccine
An Oxford University malaria vaccine has been approved for use in Ghana. The African country is ramping up efforts to combat the mosquito-borne disease that kills a child every… Read more »
April 12, 2023
West Africa: German Ministers Visit Niger, Mali As Military Focus Changes
Germany's defense and development ministers are in the Sahel region to assess the security situation. Their visit comes as Germany plans to withdraw peacekeeping troops from Mali… Read more »
Ethiopia: Calm Returns to Amhara Region After Days of Protests - For Now
Days of protests across Amhara turned violent, triggering a curfew to foil a potential security crisis. A relative state of calm has been observed in the last 24 hours - but will… Read more »
April 11, 2023
Africa: Italy Declares State of Emergency Over Migrants Trying to Cross Mediterranean
After a surge in the number of migrants crossing the Mediterranean, Italy declared a six-month state of emergency. The country admitted it wouldn't solve the problem but said it… Read more »
Chad: Germany Expels Chad's Ambassador in Tit-for-Tat Response
Berlin has ordered Chad's ambassador to leave Germany within 48 hours, following a similar demand from Chad's military government last week. "We regret that it had to come to… Read more »
Africa: Germany Taps Into Africa's IT Sector to Fill Labour Gap
German companies are training young Africans to become IT experts, also for the German market. The plan hopes to reduce the shortage of skilled workers in Germany and give Africans… Read more »
Kenya: Civil Servants Threaten to Strike Over Wage Delay
The Kenyan economy faces many challenges, including soaring inflation and a high cost of living. However, the government is yet to tackle them, and the latest lack of cash to pay… Read more »
April 09, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Around 20 Killed in Isamic State-Linked Attack
The "Islamic State" has claimed responsibility for the attack near Beni, which killed around 20 farmers. North Kivu has been plagued by violence as numerous rebel militias vie for… Read more »
April 08, 2023
Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso - Dozens Dead in Suspected Terrorist Attack
Officials have decried the "despicable and barbaric attack," but did not immediately say who was behind it. The West African country has been fighting militants linked to al-Qaida… Read more »
Chad: Chad Expels German Ambassador Over 'Impolite' Attitude
In a terse, short statement, Chad's Communication Ministry gave the German ambassador 48 hours to leave the country. Read more »
East Africa: Controversial GERD Dam is a Potential Boon for All, Experts Say
With 90% of the Grand Ethiopian Reservoir Dam completed, Sudan has now turned into a supporter. Though Egypt is critical of the project, experts have ruled out war and point to… Read more »
April 06, 2023
Africa: What's Driving Africa's Demonstrations?
Large anti-government protests have rocked Africa during the last few weeks. DW looks at what's driving Africans to take to the streets across the continent? Read more »
Senegal: Macky Sall Mum On 3rd Term Candidacy
Senegalese opposition parties want President Macky Sall to rule out running for a third term in office. As Senegal celebrates 63 years of independence, tensions between Sall and… Read more »