Botswana: President Masisi concedes defeat
Source: Deutsche Welle News Africa Partial results showed the ruling party trailing in fourth place after six decades in power.…
Category: Africa
Contemporary Art Exhibition Opens at Giza Pyramids
The fourth edition of the contemporary art exhibition “Forever Is Now” opened at the iconic Giza Pyramids, showcasing stunning large-scale…
Eugène Rwamucyo Sentenced to 27 Years in Paris for Genocide Crimes
A Paris court on Wednesday sentenced Eugène Rwamucyo, a former Rwandan doctor, to 27 years in prison for his involvement…
Kenya’s Supreme Court Reinstates 2023 Finance Law After Appeals Court Ruling
Kenya’s Supreme Court on Tuesday overturned an appeals court decision that had nullified the 2023 finance law, marking a significant…
France, Morocco Sign €10 Billion Investment and Infrastructure Agreements
During a state visit to Morocco, President Emmanuel Macron and King Mohammed VI signed agreements valued at approximately €10 billion…
US Announces Visa Restrictions for Ghana Ahead of Elections
The U.S. State Department announced Monday it will impose visa restrictions on individuals deemed responsible for undermining democracy in Ghana.…
Botswana Launches Electric Boat to Boost E-Mobility Initiative
Botswana has officially introduced its latest innovation in electric transportation, the Electric Boat (eBoat), marking a significant step in the…
Commonwealth Nations Sign Historic Ocean Protection Pact
Commonwealth nations made history by adopting their first ocean declaration during a summit in Samoa, the first to be held…
Zipline partners Nigeria for improved healthcare delivery
In a bid to improve healthcare delivery, the Nigerian government has partned with US-based drone technology company Zipline to enhance…
Hama Amadou, Prominent Opposition Leader and Former PM of Niger, Dies at 74
Hama Amadou, a prominent opposition leader and former Prime Minister of Niger, died Thursday in a hospital in Niamey at…
On World Polio Day, Africa Reports 134 New Cases Amid Vaccine Challenges
On World Polio Day, Africa has reported 134 new cases of polio across at least seven countries, according to the…
Chinese-Funded 35MW Geothermal Plant to Enhance Clean Energy Access in Kenya
Kenya’s pursuit of universal green energy access received a significant boost Thursday with the groundbreaking of a 35-megawatt geothermal power…
Kenya to Ban Exports of Avocados, Macadamia Nuts
Kenya will suspend exports of avocados and macadamia nuts to prevent substandard produce from entering the market, authorities announced on…
South African Minister Praises China Ties Ahead of BRICS Summit
South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, emphasized the strong ties between South Africa and China ahead…
Cholera Fears Rise as Sudan Faces Deepening Water Crisis
As civil war continues to devastate Sudan, residents in the capital, Khartoum, are confronting an escalating water crisis alongside severe…
Egypt Raises Fuel Prices by Up to 17% Amid Rising Inflation
Egypt raised fuel prices on Friday by 10% to 17%, a decision expected to increase the cost of goods and…
Nigeria to Launch New Malaria Vaccine
Nigeria is set to become one of the first countries to roll out a new malaria vaccine after receiving an…
Nyamulagira Volcano Erupts in Eastern DR Congo
The Nyamulagira volcano in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has been erupting since Saturday, October 12, the Goma Volcanological Observatory…
Uganda Considers Adding Malaria Vaccine to Immunization Schedule
Uganda’s Ministry of Health announced Tuesday that it plans to include a malaria vaccine in the country’s routine immunization schedule…
OPINION: Kenya’s Nuclear Plant: A Step Forward or a Risk Not Worth Taking?
The Kenyan government’s plan to construct the country’s first nuclear power plant in Kilifi County has ignited a fierce debate…