Sub-Saharan Africa
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Nigeria grapples with a deepening non-communicable disease crisis and a critical review of its $200 billion rail project, while Zamfara state's infrastructure gains recognition. Meanwhile, religious leaders and journalists unite to combat election misinformation, highlighting regional efforts to address complex challenges across the continent.
🇳🇬 NigeriaUK court jails Nigerian couple for £433,000 tax fraud
- A Nigerian couple, Luciana and Femi Akanbi, have been jailed in the UK for a £433,000 tax fraud scheme. - The fraud involved using stolen personal data of Transport for London employees to make fals…
INEC seeks stakeholder synergy ahead of Ekiti poll
- The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ekiti State, Nigeria, is seeking collaboration with stakeholders for the upcoming governorship election. - INEC aims to mitigate potential ris…
Police foil bomb plot in Ondo, arrest 16 suspects
- The Ondo State Police Command in Nigeria has arrested 16 individuals for various criminal activities. - Six suspects were apprehended for allegedly plotting to bomb government facilities in Akure, w…
VIDEO: LAGRIDE driver claims firm manufactured ₦1.3m debt after seeking payments
- A Lagos State ride-hailing driver alleges that the company LAGRIDE manufactured a ₦1.3 million debt against him after he demanded unpaid earnings. - The driver claims he has not been paid since Octo…
A’Ibom APC stakeholders reject consensus for assembly seat
- Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, have rejected the governor's alleged directive for a consensus candidate for the State House of Assembly seat. - …
Delta CP orders trial of officers caught in extortion video
- The Delta State Commissioner of Police has ordered the summary trial of two police officers caught on video allegedly extorting a member of the public. - The officers, an Inspector and a Corporal, w…
Akure community donates 50-bed hostel, modern lab to FUTA for medical training
- Indigenes of Akure, Ondo State, donated a 50-bed hostel and an ultra-modern medical laboratory to the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA). - The donation supports the newly approved teachi…
Bus driver strips naked to protest arrest by LASTMA officials
- A bus driver reportedly stripped naked to protest his arrest by LASTMA officials. - The incident occurred in an unspecified location. - The article does not provide further details on the protest or…
Tinubu congratulates Benin Republic’s president-elect Wadagni
- President Bola Tinubu congratulated Romuald Wadagni on his election as President of the Republic of Benin. - Tinubu described Wadagni's victory as a reflection of the Beninese people's trust in his …
World Athletics Blocks Ofili's Switch to Turkey Amid Recruitment Concerns
- World Athletics rejected Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili's application to switch allegiance to Turkey. - The decision cited concerns about undermining regulatory principles and a government-backed re…
MSF, Borno Vaccinate Nearly 500,000 Children Against Diphtheria
- Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) and Borno State Ministry of Health completed a diphtheria vaccination campaign targeting over 490,000 children under 14. - The campaign in Maiduguri Metropolitan Counc…
Nigeria Police Recruitment Aptitude Test Set for April 28-30, 2026
- The Police Service Commission announced April 28-30, 2026, for the Computer-Based Aptitude Test for police recruitment. - The test is a critical stage following physical and credentials screening, a…
FG Trains 100 Youths in Hospitality Skills to Combat Unemployment
- The Federal Government has trained and empowered 100 youths in culinary and hospitality skills through the IDEAS initiative. - The six-month program, a collaboration between Masterminds Catering and…
UTME 2026: FCT CBT centre records smooth start
- The 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) began nationwide on Thursday, with over 2.2 million candidates expected to participate. - The examination, organized by the Joint Admission…
2.2 million candidates sit 2026 UTME nationwide
- Over 2.2 million candidates are set to take the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) nationwide. - The examination, organized by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB)…
APC Youths Rally Behind Ogun Speaker's Return to Assembly
- Youths from 10 wards in Ogun State's Odeda constituency are backing the return of Speaker Hon Oludaisi Elemide to the State House of Assembly. - The youths rallied in support, opposing rumors of a p…
Terrorists Planning Airport, Prison Attacks in Abuja, Niger State — Report
- Terrorist groups, including ISWAP and Boko Haram factions, are reportedly planning coordinated attacks on airport and prison facilities in Nigeria's Abuja and Niger State. - The targets include Nnam…
Inmate escapes as vehicle conveying prisoners crashes in Yobe
- A convicted inmate has escaped from the Nigerian Correctional Service in Yobe State after the vehicle transporting him crashed. - The inmate, identified as Dahiru Mohammed, fled the scene of the roa…
S’African left-wing party leader Malema jailed five years on gun charges
- South African opposition leader Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in jail for firing an assault rifle at a rally eight years ago. - The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader was convic…
NSCDC reaffirms commitment to safe school project
- The Kano State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Mohammed Agalama, has pledged the command's commitment to the Safe School project. - This commitment aligns with di…
Police deploy officers to JAMB CBT centres
- Police in Osun State have deployed officers to all Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Computer-Based Test (CBT) centers to ensure security. - The deployment is in compliance with direct…
Messi’s longtime friend Hoyos unveiled as Inter Miami coach
- Guillermo Hoyos has been unveiled as the new coach of MLS side Inter Miami, replacing Javier Mascherano. - Hoyos, who has a long-standing friendship with star player Lionel Messi, stated that their …
Europa League: Super Eagles Trio Aina, Moffi, Sanusi Set for Survival Battle
- Three Nigerian players—Ola Aina (Nottingham Forest), Terem Moffi, and Zaidu Sanusi (FC Porto)—face a high-stakes Europa League clash with divided allegiances. - Nottingham Forest is battling for sur…
Gasperini’s Roma future in doubt as infighting mars Champions League bid
- Roma's Champions League qualification hopes are jeopardized by an escalating feud between head coach Gian Piero Gasperini and senior advisor Claudio Ranieri. - The dispute centers on player recruitm…
Anambra electricity commission assures residents of improved service delivery
- The Anambra State Electricity Regulatory Commission (ASERC) is urging greater collaboration between electricity distribution companies and consumers to improve service delivery. - ASERC emphasizes t…
Iran participating in World Cup, FIFA president confirms
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup, emphasizing that sports should remain separate from politics. - Infantino stated that Iran "for sure" will parti…
US optimistic about reaching peace deal with Iran
- The United States is optimistic about reaching a peace deal with Iran, with discussions underway for a second round of talks in Pakistan. - Talks follow a Pakistani delegation's visit to Tehran carr…
Lagos seals four property over wastewater discharge
- The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office has sealed four properties in Ikotun and Ajah for illegally discharging untreated wastewater into public spaces. - The sealed properties include two resi…
Anambra First Lady Tasks CAN Women on Peace, Healthy Living
- Anambra State First Lady, Nonye Soludo, urged the newly inaugurated Women Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (WOWICAN) to promote peace, good morals, and healthy living. - She emphasized m…
Stakeholders Hail NRS Over N3.6tn Revenue Surge
- Economic stakeholders commended the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) for a significant surge in government revenue, attributing it to ongoing fiscal reforms. - Monthly revenue reportedly rose from N711…
Borno Stakeholders Endorse Deputy Speaker Askira for Senate, Citing Need for Power Rotation
- Stakeholders in Borno State, Nigeria, have endorsed the Deputy Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Abdullahi Musa Askira, for the Borno South Senatorial District seat in 2027. - The endorsement …
South African Opposition Leader Malema Jailed 5 Years on Gun Charges
- South African opposition leader Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison for firearm-related charges. - The magistrate found Malema intentionally violated gun laws by firing a weapon…
1,714 Kwara pilgrims to perform 2026 Hajj, board confirms
- A total of 1,714 pilgrims from Kwara State, Nigeria, are scheduled to participate in the 2026 Hajj in Saudi Arabia. - Preparations are advanced, with visas secured, accommodation arranged, and Hajj …
Terrorists kill four soldiers, one civilian in Borno community
- Suspected Boko Haram terrorists attacked Mussa community in Borno State, killing four soldiers and one civilian. - The attack occurred on Wednesday afternoon, with military sources confirming the ca…
UN Report Urges Nigeria to Remove Defence Minister Over Rising Insecurity
- A report by the United World Congress of Diplomats (UN-WCD) calls for the removal or redeployment of Nigeria's Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, due to rising insecurity. - The report …
Professor Urges Strict Enforcement of Animal Cruelty Laws, Cites Witchcraft Superstitions
- A Nigerian philosophy professor, Babajide Olugbenga Dasaolu, advocates for stricter enforcement of animal cruelty laws. - He highlighted the African belief that witches can transform into animals, l…
ADC Expels Members over Alleged Anti-party Activities, Kachikwu’s Camp Plans Convention
- The African Democratic Congress (ADC) expelled several members during its National Convention in Abuja for alleged anti-party activities. - The expelled members, including Hon. Leke Abejide, are now…
US Democrats File Impeachment Articles Against Defence Secretary Hegseth
- US Democrats have filed articles of impeachment against Defence Secretary Hegseth. - The resolution is being led by Democratic Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari from Arizona. - The impeachment effort fa…
Anyanwu's Expulsion Appeal Fuels Unease, Anxiety in Nyesom Wike’s Faction of PDP
- Senator Samuel Anyanwu, National Secretary of Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has appealed a court ruling affirming his expulsion from the party. - The appeal raises concerns about the leg…
Court orders University of Ibadan to reinstate students suspended over tuition protest
- The Federal High Court in Ibadan ordered the University of Ibadan to reinstate three students suspended for protesting tuition fee hikes. - The students, suspended in July 2025, argued their suspens…
Comedian Okey Bakassi offers N5 million reward to track phone thief at football match
- Nigerian comedian Okey Bakassi offered a N5 million reward for information leading to the arrest of a phone thief at a private football gathering in Ikoyi, Lagos. - The suspect allegedly joined the …
Comedian Okey Bakassi offers N5 million reward to track phone thief at football match
- Nigerian comedian Okey Bakassi offered a N5 million reward for information leading to the arrest of a phone thief at a private football gathering in Ikoyi, Lagos. - The suspect allegedly joined the …
NIJ Honours Customs CG Adeniyi with Fellowship, Plans Multimedia Centre
- The Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ) awarded Comptroller-General Bashir Adewale Adeniyi of the Nigeria Customs Service an honorary fellowship. - Adeniyi pledged to support the institute by hel…
Fake domestic abuse claims used to secure UK residency -BBC investigation
- A BBC investigation alleges that some migrants are falsely claiming domestic abuse to gain residency in the UK through a Home Office scheme. - The report suggests that some immigration advisers are …
Europe's Top Leagues: The 10 Longest-Serving Managers
- Long-term coaching tenures are rare in Europe's top five football leagues, with only a few managers maintaining extended spells at their clubs. - Frank Schmidt of Heidenheim leads the list with an 1…
Bird Strikes Ground Two United Nigeria Airlines Aircraft in 24 Hours
- United Nigeria Airlines grounded two aircraft within 24 hours due to separate bird strike incidents. - The latest incident involved an Airbus A320 landing in Abuja, affecting the aircraft's nose sec…
United Nigeria Airlines Aircraft Grounded Again After Bird Strike
- United Nigeria Airlines grounded another aircraft due to a bird strike upon landing in Abuja. - This incident marks the sixth bird strike for the airline in 2026, raising concerns about aviation saf…
Ikorodu LCDA Chair Backs Rep Benson's Fourth Term Bid, Dismisses Opposition
- Hammed Aroyewun, Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, reaffirmed support for Babajimi Benson's fourth term bid, dismissing reports of opposition. - Aroyewun stated that consultations with residents and…
Used Car Market in Hungary: Cheaper Segment Shrinks, Mid-Range Strengthens
- The Hungarian used car market is seeing a shift, with the cheapest segment shrinking and the mid-range becoming stronger. - While most listed cars remain under 10 million forints, the proportion of …
Jamie Murray Retires from Tennis at 40
- Jamie Murray, former world number one in doubles, has announced his retirement from professional tennis at age 40. - The British star concludes a career spanning over two decades, during which he wo…
Trump: Israel, Lebanon Leaders to Hold Talks Amid U.S. Push to Ease Hostilities
- U.S. President Donald Trump announced that leaders from Israel and Lebanon will hold talks on Thursday. - This follows the first direct negotiations between the two rivals in decades, held in Washin…
2027: APC Will Lose Woefully in Free and Fair Election, Says Babachir Lawal
- Babachir Lawal, a prominent figure, predicts a significant loss for the ruling APC party in the 2027 Nigerian general election. - Lawal asserts that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) possesses s…
Alebiosu: Hardwork, not Godfatherism, is Hallmark of Politicians’ Success
- Otunba Busura Adedeji Alebiosu, a businessman and associate of President Bola Tinubu, shared insights into his political journey. - He detailed his early life, education in the UK, and the establish…
Olosasa: Gov AbdulRasak’s Best Not Good Enough for Kwara Since 2019
- A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Kwara State, Alhaji Toyin Olosasa, asserts that Governor Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq's popularity has significantly declined. - Olosasa claims the governor…
Atiku: Tinubu Can’t Win Free, Fair Election in 2027
- Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar stated that President Bola Tinubu cannot win a free and fair election in 2027 due to poor performance. - Abubakar cited the administration's failure to meet expe…
IMF Mulls $50bn Support for Nigeria, Vulnerable Nations Amid Mideast Tensions
- The IMF is considering a $50 billion support package for Nigeria and other vulnerable economies impacted by Middle East tensions. - Global oil prices remain stable around $95 per barrel amid cautiou…
Atiku Abubakar Signals 2027 May Be His Final Presidential Run, Claims Northern Dominance
- Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar indicated the 2027 Nigerian presidential election may be his final attempt at the presidency due to his age and the contest's high stakes. - Abubakar expressed w…
BBC Announces 2,000 Job Cuts in Largest Downsize in 15 Years
- The BBC announced plans to cut up to 2,000 jobs, representing about 10% of its workforce, in its largest downsizing in 15 years. - The cuts are part of a £600 million cost-cutting plan aimed at addr…
Nigeria Warns of Cholera Outbreak Risk Amid Predicted Flooding
- Nigeria's Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has warned of a potential cholera outbreak due to predicted flooding. - Heavy rainfall and flooding are forecast for several states between April …
FG Advances Ijebu-Ode Inland Dry Port Project, Convenes Stakeholders for Report Validation
- The Nigerian federal government is advancing the Ijebu-Ode Inland Dry Port project by convening stakeholders for report validation. - The Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy emphasizes the maritime …
Lookman Confident Atlético Madrid Ready for Arsenal in Champions League Semis
- Ademola Lookman believes his team, Atlético Madrid, is prepared to face Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League semifinals. - Atlético Madrid advanced after a narrow aggregate win over Sporting Lisbon,…
Leadership and Identity: The Tale of Two Innocent Chukwumas
- A lecture in Enugu highlighted the distinction between sharing a title and earning distinction through one's work, using the example of two prominent Nigerians named Innocent Chukwuma. - The anecdot…
MTN Leads in Mobile Number Portability, Inward Porting in Five Months
- MTN Nigeria leads in mobile number portability, retaining the most inward porting and fewest outward porting subscribers over the last five months, according to Nigerian Communications Commission (N…
NIGCOMSAT Set to Renew Space Technology License
- NIGCOMSAT Limited is preparing to renew its space station landing permit license before its December expiration, ensuring continued satellite service provision in Nigeria. - The Nigerian Communicati…
Why Nigeria Needs Another Satellite in Orbit
- Nigeria urgently needs to launch a new communication satellite by 2028 to replace the aging NigComSat-1R, which has a 15-year lifespan ending this year (2026) with extended operations until 2028. - …
IHS Digitises over 200 Nigerian Artifacts to Boost Creative Economy
- IHS Nigeria has digitized over 200 Nigerian artifacts at the national museum in Lagos as part of a broader renovation project to preserve cultural heritage. - The initiative aims to boost Nigeria's …
‘Volunteering Will Build Capability, Leadership in Africa’
- Volunteering is highlighted as a critical, yet underrated, tool for building capability, credibility, and leadership in Africa, according to George Asamani of Project Management Institute (PMI) sub-…
Nigeria's Gig Economy Surges to $5.17 Billion, Ride-Hailing Fuels Flexible Incomes
- Nigeria's gig economy is valued at $5.17 billion, driven significantly by ride-hailing platforms. - The sector provides flexible income opportunities, especially for those facing limited formal empl…
Nigeria Set to Dominate Africa's Blue Economy Amidst Maritime Sector Transformation
- Nigeria's maritime sector transformation is attributed to federal government reforms and the efforts of the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola. - The nation possesses the capaci…
Nigeria Boosts Energy Security with New Gas Plant Partnership
- Nigeria is boosting domestic gas supply with the groundbreaking of the Southfield Utorogu Gas Processing Plant in Delta State. - The 200 MMSCFD plant is a partnership between the Nigerian Content De…
Digital Encode to Keynote at PAFON 3.0 Forum on Cybersecurity and Financial Inclusion
- Digital Encode Limited is the lead sponsor of the upcoming PAFON 3.0 forum in Lagos, Nigeria. - Professor Adewale Peter Obadare, founder of Digital Encode, will deliver the keynote address on 'Cyber…
Yomi Denzel Foundation Graduates 46 Students in Tech Skills, Awards Laptops
- The Yomi Denzel Foundation celebrated its fourth graduation ceremony in Lagos, Nigeria, awarding certificates to 46 students. - The foundation provides intensive nine-month training in tech skills l…
APC chieftain backs Nwoko’s re-election bid, warns against iInternal opposition
- An APC chieftain, Chief Emmanuel Eboh, has endorsed Senator Ned Nwoko's re-election bid in Delta North Senatorial District. - Eboh warned against internal party opposition, citing selfish interests …
N210tn audit queries: Senate gives NNPCL April 29 deadline
- The Nigerian Senate's Committee on Public Accounts has set an April 29 deadline for the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to account for N210 trillion flagged in audit reports. - T…
2027: ADP adopts consensus primaries, pledges party discipline
- The Action Democratic Party (ADP) announced it will adopt consensus-based primaries for the 2027 general elections to foster unity and improve electoral prospects. - Party Chairman Yabagi Sani empha…
One dead as gas tanker crashes into tricycle in Anambra
- A fatal road accident occurred at Immigration Junction, Agu Awka, Anambra State, involving a gas tanker and a tricycle. - The tricycle driver died instantly after the tanker reportedly suffered brak…
Aliko Dangote named among TIME 100 most influential people for 2026
- Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, has been named among TIME100 most influential people for 2026. - He is recognized in the 'Titans' category for his significant impact on business and phila…
President Mahama attends Congo president’s swearing-in in Brazzaville
- President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana attended the inauguration of Denis Sassou Nguesso in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo. - Nguesso secured another five-year term after winning the March 15 el…
Ghana Nutrition Academy Backs President's Warning on Late-Night Eating
- The Ghana Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics supports President Mahama's warning against late-night heavy meals. - The academy emphasizes the link between diet, lifestyle, and non-communicable disea…
GFA Presents FIFA-Funded Vehicles to Boost Football Development
- The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has distributed five new Nissan pickup vehicles to two Regional Football Associations (RFAs) and key operational units. - The vehicles, provided through the FIFA…
NADeF Supports 2,081 BECE Candidates in Ahafo with Mock Exams
- The Newmont Ahafo Development Foundation (NADeF) has provided GH¢140,362 to support mock examinations for 2,081 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates in the Ahafo Region. - This …
Energy Minister inspects ongoing ECG transformer upgrade works
- Ghana's Energy Minister, Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, inspected ongoing transformer upgrade works by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). - The program aims to improve power reliability by replacing…
Engineering Must Drive Ghana’s Food Security Agenda — GhIE
- The Ghana Institution of Engineering (GhIE) is advocating for engineering to be central to Ghana's food security agenda. - GhIE President Ludwig Annang Hesse stated that integrating engineering woul…
Ghanaian Times Editorial Team Visits Education Minister
- The Editorial Team of The Ghanaian Times visited the Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, to congratulate him on his recovery from a motor accident. - The visit aimed to explore deeper colla…
Ghana Police Declare Suspect Wanted in Disappearance Case
- Police in Accra have declared a suspect, Wisdom Tetteh, wanted in connection with the disappearance of Theophilus Ashitey Amarh. - Investigations suggest foul play, with suspected bloodstains found …
Senegal: Preparations Underway for Grand Magal of Touba 2026
- Preparations for the 2026 Grand Magal of Touba have begun with a preparatory meeting held in Touba. - The organizing committee requested state support to equip local service heads for the event. - T…
Senegal National Police Embraces Digital Future with UNCHK Partnership
- Senegal's National Police force partners with the Digital University Cheikh Hamidou KANE (UNCHK). - The agreement focuses on training, innovation, and expertise sharing to enhance digital integratio…
Senegal to Publish White Paper on Social Stability Pact's First Year
- Senegal's President Macky Sall has ordered the publication of a white paper on the first year of the National Pact for Social Stability by the end of April. - The document will assess the handling o…
Senegal's President Faye Launches Inclusive Sports Program Following U15 Football Victory
- Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye congratulated the national U15 school football team on their victory at the African Cup of Nations held in Zimbabwe. - Faye has called for the implementatio…
Senegal: Study on Green Energy Zones validated
- Senegal's National Assembly held a workshop to present and validate a study on Green Energy Zones (ZEV). - The initiative, part of the 'Parliamentarians for Climate Finance' project, aims to boost e…
Kenyan Bishop Claims Jesus Christ Ordained Him After Five Divine Encounters
- Bishop Titus Zakayo Ingana of Bungoma County claims to have met Jesus Christ five times. - He states that Jesus ordained him in a vision in 1996. - The article is a premium content teaser.
Double-speak master? Ruto eats own words, embraces Uhuru's playbook on fuel crisis
- Kenyan President William Ruto is reportedly adopting strategies previously used by his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, to address the fuel crisis. - These strategies include government-to-government (G…
Ruto Adopts Predecessor's Playbook on Fuel Crisis, Critics Note Shift from Anti-Cartel Stance
- Kenyan President William Ruto has adopted policies on fuel prices and subsidies that mirror those of his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, policies Ruto had previously criticized. - Ruto's administration…
UN Security Council: Washington Accuses Kigali of Worsening DRC Crisis
- The UN Security Council discussed the security situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). - The U.S. accused Rwanda of exacerbating the conflict in eastern DRC, calling for an immediate wi…
Alert over new armed coalitions in Fizi highlands, South Kivu
- The administrator of Fizi territory in South Kivu, DRC, has warned of strengthening alliances between local armed groups and foreign forces in the highlands. - This coalition, reportedly involving e…
Security Council: DRC Reiterates Call for 'Immediate Withdrawal' of Rwandan Army from Congolese Soil
- The UN Security Council held a special session on the Great Lakes Region, with multiple countries calling for the immediate withdrawal of the M23 and Rwandan army from DRC territory. - Rwanda's UN r…
CRP militia gunfire paralyzes Dz’na village in Djugu
- Socioeconomic activities in the village of Dz’na, Djugu territory, have been paralyzed since Wednesday morning due to heavy and light arms fire attributed to the CRP militia. - The militia's incursi…
Félix Tshisekedi and James Swan Agree on MONUSCO Support for Ceasefire
- The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, met with the new head of MONUSCO, James Swan, in Kinshasa. - Discussions focused on MONUSCO's operational support for the ceasefi…
Series of shipwrecks on DRC waterways
- At least 30 people, including women and children, died in a boat accident on Lake Tanganyika near Kalemie on April 13 due to overcrowding and strong winds. - Several other recent shipwrecks have occ…
The Iran War is Africa’s Warning: Build Sovereignty or Be Ruled by Other People’s Power
- The US-Israel-Iran war serves as a warning to the Global South about the necessity of material sovereignty beyond formal independence. - The conflict highlights how global power operates through cho…
