Tanzania’s Opposition Leader Charged with Treason Amid Electoral Reform Campaign
Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu has been charged with treason, one day after his arrest following a rally in the southern part of the country. […]
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As Trump pauses global tariffs amid pressure, Africa is urged to respond as one
President Donald Trump has announced a 90-day pause on the imposition of new global tariffs, temporarily easing tensions in the volatile international trade arena. The […]
Cholera Deaths in South Sudan Highlight Deadly Cost of Global Aid Cuts
Eight people, including five children, have died from cholera in South Sudan’s Jonglei state, as critical health services close down due to international funding cuts. […]
Americans charged in U.S. after alleged coup plot in Congo
Three Americans who were convicted in Congo for their role in a failed coup attempt have now been formally charged in the United States, following […]
Gabon: First Post-Coup Presidential Vote to be Held Saturday, Military Leader Oligui Nguema Favored to Win
Gabon will hold a pivotal presidential election this Saturday, the first since a military coup in 2023 ended more than half a century of dynastic […]
Borno Governor Raises Alarm as Boko Haram Regains Foothold in North-East Nigeria
The governor of Nigeria’s Borno state, Babagana Zulum, has sounded on April 9 a stark warning about the resurgence of jihadist group Boko Haram, saying […]
Ghana, Czech Republic Chart New Course for Strategic Partnership in Trade, Security, and Innovation
Ghana and the Czech Republic have reaffirmed on April 9 their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties through enhanced political, economic and cultural cooperation during the […]
Sudan Criticizes UK for Hosting Conference on War Without Inviting Khartoum Government
Sudan’s Foreign Minister Ali Yousif has formally criticized the UK for hosting an international Conference on Sudan’s ongoing conflict without inviting the country’s Government in […]
Trump tariffs triggers fears of recessions in African economies
Trump tariffs on African economies triggered repercussions particularly on countries reliant on exports to the US. Some of the highest tariffs imposed by Trump administration […]
Israel’s Ambassador Expelled from African Union Conference Amid Tensions Over Gaza Conflict
Israel’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, Avraham Neguise, was expelled on Monday April 7 from a conference on the Rwandan genocide, organized by the African Union in […]