DRC: dozens dead as flooding devastates capital Kinshasa
Severe flooding in the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Kinshasa, has claimed at least 30 lives, with torrential rains over the […]
Articles by Geraldine Boechat
Tensions rise as Sahel Alliance withdraws ambassadors from Algeria over downed Malian drone
The Alliance of Sahel States (AES), comprising Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, has escalated diplomatic tensions with Algeria following the downing of a Malian drone […]
Côte d’Ivoire Government Threatens to Fire Striking Teachers Amid Rising Tensions with Unions
In Côte d’Ivoire, the Government has issued a stark ultimatum to teachers participating in a strike, warning that any teacher absent from their post would […]
Rwanda Commemorates 1994 Genocide Amid Tensions Over Alleged Support for M23 Rebels
Rwanda is marking the anniversary of the 1994 genocide, a tragic chapter in its history that saw 800,000 people, primarily from the Tutsi ethnic group, […]
Legendary Malian Singer Amadou Bagayoko Laid to Rest in Bamako
Amadou Bagayoko, the celebrated Malian musician and guitarist, was laid to rest in Bamako on Sunday, 6 April 2025, after passing away on Friday at […]
Guinea’s Military Junta Sets Date for Constitutional Referendum Amid Pressure for Democratic Transition
Guinea’s military junta has announced that a long-awaited constitutional referendum will take place on September 21st, marking a significant step towards a return to democratic […]
African Leaders Advocate for Inclusive AI Growth at Kigali Summit
At the opening of the inaugural Global AI Summit on Africa in Kigali, Rwanda, on Thursday, April 3, African leaders and technology experts emphasized the […]
US Engages in Mineral Resource Talks with Conflict-Ridden Congo Amid Security Concerns
The United States is in advanced discussions with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) about a potential minerals deal, aimed at developing the country’s extensive […]
Mali Accuses one more time Ukraine of Sponsoring Terrorism in Sahel Region
Mali’s Foreign Minister, Abdoulaye Diop, has accused on April 3 in Moscow of supporting terrorist groups in the Sahel region, particularly following claims that Ukraine […]
Tinubu Heads to France as West African Military Leaders Strengthen Ties with Russia
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu is set to embark on a two-week visit to France, while Foreign ministers from three West African countries—Burkina Faso, Mali, and […]