Africa’s Economic Growth Fell To 3.2% in 2023
Africa’s economic growth fell to 3.2% last year from 4.1% in 2022, the African Development Bank said on Friday, but…
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Kenyan Cult Leader Charged With Murder of 191 Children
Kenyan cult leader Paul Mackenzie and 29 associates were charged on Tuesday with the murder of 191 children whose bodies…
Namibia’s President Hage Geingob Has Died
Namibia’s President Hage Geingob, 82, died in hospital early on Sunday, the presidency said, weeks after he was diagnosed with…
Mali, Niger & Burkina Faso Announce Withdrawal From ECOWASÂ
West African nations Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have withdrawn from the regional economic bloc known as ECOWAS, their respective…
African Leaders Converge in Rome For Italy-Africa Summit
A significant assembly of over 50 delegations, featuring more than 25 African Heads of State, heads of government, ministers, and…
Japanese Trade Relations: Ugandan President Rejects Vehicle Assembly Offer
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has expressed dissatisfaction with Japanese partners during a recent address at the NAM conference. President Museveni…
Cameroon Launches World’s First Malaria Vaccine
In a significant step to combat the devastating impact of malaria, Cameroon initiated the first nationwide malaria vaccination program on…
Kenya Housing Projects To Generate Over 10,000 Jobs For Women
With an estimated 6,000 direct job openings in the construction sector and an additional 4,000 indirect employment opportunities, these projects…
Tanzania Tops African Nations with Lowest Debt, says IMF
In a recent report, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has declared Tanzania as the least indebted nation in Africa. Despite…
Zanzibar Celebrates 60th anniversary Of Revolution
Zanzibaris on Friday gathered at the New Amani Complex, formerly known as Amani Stadium, to celebrate the 60th anniversary of…
Kenya’s Visa-Free Entry Decision Sparks Concerns
Kenya’s recent move to grant visa-free entry to all foreigners has generated heated debate and criticism, with some calling it…
Ugandan LGBTQ+ Activist Stabbed in Brutal Attack
Steven Kabuye, a prominent 25-year-old LGBTQ+ activist in Uganda, is in critical condition after being viciously stabbed on his way…
Tanzania Clears American Couple in Crocodile Hunting Controversy
The Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA) has officially declared that the American couple, Josh and Sarah Bowmar, are not in…
Oscar Pistorius: What Comes Next After His Release?
Reuters Former Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius will be released from prison on Friday after he was granted parole nearly 11…
UN Human Rights Office Calls On Ethiopian Government to Prioritize Victims’ Rights
UN News The UN human rights office has urged the Ethiopian Government to ensure that ongoing efforts addressing a legacy…
Tanzania and Ethiopia Lead East Africa in Projected Economic Growth for 2024, IMF Reports
In a recent forecast, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has highlighted Tanzania’s anticipated rapid economic growth in the year 2024,…
Senegal To Introduce Africa’s First All-Electric BRT System
In a groundbreaking development, Dakar, Senegal’s capital, is gearing up to unveil Africa’s inaugural 100% electric Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)…
Vaginal Ring To Reduce HIV Risk Soon Available For African Women
In a significant stride towards HIV prevention, women in a growing number of African countries will soon gain access to…
Ghana Parliament Legalizes Cannabis Cultivation
In a historic move, Ghana’s Parliament has officially legalized the cultivation of cannabis for medical and industrial purposes, aligning the…
Sudan: More Than 7 Million Displaced
AFP Fighting that has raged since April in Sudan between the army and paramilitaries has now displaced 7.1 million people,…