The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has severely impacted economic stability across Africa, with Malawi facing significant losses. In a report released in October 2023, experts estimate…
In a decisive move to prevent the spillover of conflict from Sudan, Chad has closed its borders with its neighbour, amid escalating violence that has raised alarms across the region. This developme…
In an unprecedented move, Ghana presented a case regarding transatlantic slavery to the United Nations, seeking justice and reparations for the descendants of enslaved Africans. This landmark actio…
In a significant diplomatic engagement, Madagascar's President Michael Randrianirina visited French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris on October 18, 2023, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and a…
Lead paragraph: Recent violence across Nigeria has drawn attention to the stark contrast between the nation's socio-political challenges and the lavish wedding of Zamfara State Governor Bello Mataw…
Lead paragraph: In a significant move, Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko announced plans to increase penalties for same-sex relations, stirring controversy and debate across the nation. This d…
Lead paragraph: On the fourth anniversary of the ongoing war in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky and European Union leaders gathered in Kyiv to honour those who have lost their lives in the co…
Lead paragraph: Senegal's Prime Minister has publicly condemned Morocco's recent decision to impose prison sentences on eighteen Senegalese football fans. This incident, which has sparked significa…
A new book by Lyla Latif sheds light on the current turmoil of Africa's public finances, detailing the systemic issues affecting development across the continent. Released in October 2023, the book…
Lead paragraph: A recent study has raised concerns about the alarming presence of killer beetles targeting baobab trees across Africa. These iconic trees, integral to both cultural heritage and eco…
Lead paragraph: Botswana's health system, heavily funded by diamond revenues, is under scrutiny for its failure to meet the needs of its citizens. As the country grapples with increasing health cha…
Lead paragraph: As the global demand for critical minerals rises, African regional blocs are urged to collaborate to avert a silent scramble that could undermine local development. With rich minera…