Mozambique Records Over 18,000 Gender-Based Violence Cases in 2025
Mozambique recorded 18,365 cases of gender-based violence in 2025, with 79.9 per cent of victims being women and girls, underscoring the disproportionate impact on vulnerable […]
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Mozambique Records Sharp Rise in Malaria Cases and Deaths in 2025
Mozambique recorded a significant increase in malaria cases and deaths in 2025, with 496 fatalities reported, representing a 39% rise compared to 358 deaths in […]
CAF Proposes Expansion of AFCON to 28 Teams
The Africa Cup of Nations could soon expand from 24 to 28 teams, following an announcement by Patrice Motsepe, signalling a strategic shift aimed at […]
Kenya Flood Crisis Deepens as Death Toll Climbs to 88
Severe flooding across Kenya has intensified after two major rivers burst their banks, pushing the death toll to 88 and displacing more than 34,000 people […]
Nigeria Arrests 15 After Viral Festival Assault Videos Spark Outrage
Authorities in Nigeria have arrested 15 suspects following viral videos showing alleged sexual assaults during a community festival in Delta State. The footage, widely shared […]
Ethiopian Muslims Mark 1447th Eid al-Fitr Nationwide with Unity and Devotion
On March 20, 2026, Ethiopian Muslims across the country celebrated the 1447th Eid al-Fitr, marking the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan with collective […]
Lagos Ride-Hailing Drivers Protest Low Fares, Petition Assembly for Regulatory Action
Hundreds of Nigerian drivers affiliated with Uber, Bolt, and inDrive staged a protest on March 18 in Lagos, demanding higher fares and reduced commission charges. […]
Senegal Lawmakers Approve Tougher Penalties for Same-Sex Relations
Lawmakers in Senegal have adopted legislation increasing penalties for same-sex relations, with the National Assembly approving the measure on Wednesday, March 11. The reform amends […]
South Africa Summons US Ambassador Over ‘Undiplomatic’ Remarks on Anti-Apartheid Chant
South Africa has summoned the new United States ambassador to Pretoria, Leo Brent Bozell III, after comments he made about the anti-apartheid chant “Kill the […]
Nigeria Achieves Gains in Maternal Health and Family Planning, But Key Gaps Persist
Nigeria recorded significant improvements in maternal health services, family planning uptake, and antenatal care utilisation in 2025, according to the 2025 State of Health of […]