Radio, the information leader in Africa – UNESCO
The United Nations Education Scientific and Cultural Organization, UNESCO on Monday said Radio is Africa’s most influential information outlet. The Survey released by the UN […]
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EU launches $47 billion fund for Africa
The European Union this week launched a $47 billion development fund for Africa. The African Economic Development Fund is to help accelerate African countries economic […]
EU Releases €28.7 Additional Emergency Assistance in Africa, Asia
With the humanitarian situation drastically deteriorating in a number of countries and regions, the EU announced it is releasing an urgent assistance to prevent critical […]
Singer Akon Raises $1 Billion for Africa
Popular African American singer Akon on Tuesday said he has raised about $1 billion to finance projects in Africa. Speaking to journalists, Aliaune Damala Bouga, […]
Morocco’s King Mohammed VI Awarded Mandela Peace Prize
King Mohammed VI of Morocco has been awarded the 2016 Mandela Peace Prize for his efforts to promote peace and justice around the world and […]
CAR: New Armed Group Emerges as Threat – HRW
An armed group known as “Return, Reclamation, Rehabilitation”, or 3R has emerged in the Central African Republic , killing at least 50 civilians and displacing […]
Rwanda’s Opposition Leader to Run for President in 2017
The Rwandan opposition leader of the Democratic Green party, Frank Habineza, announced his intention for standing as a candidate in next year’s presidential election. He […]
Tanzania: President Promises to Continue Crusade against Corruption
Tanzania’s president, John Magufuli vowed to continue his fight against corruption in his ruling party, threatening to have “no mercy” for anyone giving or taking […]
Morocco Extends Emergency Assistance to Sub-Saharans Expelled from Algeria
Morocco has extended emergency humanitarian assistance to the Sub-Saharan migrants who were deported by Algeria over the past few days and who are currently stranded […]
Cameroon Must Probe Deaths of pro-Anglophone Protesters – Amnesty
Rights watchdog, Amnesty International, on Sunday urged authorities in Cameroon to investigate the use of excessive and unnecessary force that led to the death of […]