Lead paragraph: Two key farms in Senegal have emerged as significant suppliers of vegetables to the UK market, highlighting an important agricultural relationship between Britain and West Africa. T…
In a tragic turn of events, Islamist militants have been accused of killing 34 individuals in a series of raids on villages in Nigeria’s northeast region. This violence, which occurred over the wee…
In a significant shift in the global health narrative, Dr. Richard Hatchett, Chief Executive of the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), has stated that Ebola has evolved from a …
Lead paragraph: Sonatel, a leading telecommunications giant in Africa, reported an impressive 8.3 percent increase in annual revenue, reflecting the resilience and growth potential within the telec…
In recent discussions surrounding the role of the African Union (AU), many are questioning its tangible impact on daily life across the continent. This editorial explores how the AU influences deve…
In a recent debate, the question of whether South Africa should deploy the military to combat gang violence has surfaced, particularly in the Western Cape. This discussion is critical as it touches…
In a historic breakthrough, investigators in Zimbabwe have successfully used lion DNA to convict poachers for the first time. This pivotal moment in wildlife conservation not only highlights the in…
A recent ruling in Cameroon has seen soldiers receive unprecedented prison sentences for the killing of 21 civilians in the Anglophone region, raising critical questions about governance, accountab…
Zimbabwe's vibrant creative community gathered in anticipation on 12 February 2026 as the nominees for the 2026 National Arts Merit Awards (NAMAs) were officially announced, setting the stage for t…
The Africa Business Convention 2026, held on 3 and 4 February at the Lagos Continental Hotel, brought together an unprecedented gathering of policymakers, business leaders, investors, innovators, a…
The University of Cape Town (UCT) has claimed the top position in the first-ever edition of the QS World University Rankings for Sub-Saharan Africa, released in February 2026, cementing South Afric…
Africa's Green Economy Summit (AGES) 2026 opened in Cape Town in late February with the Climate, Carbon and Nature Financing Academy, a multi-day intensive programme designed to translate ambitious…