Protests erupt in Port Sudan over introduction of new banknotes
Dozens of Sudanese protesters took to the streets of Port Sudan on Tuesday, December 31, to oppose the Government’s decision to partially replace banknotes in […]
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In Eastern Congo, Protesters Reject Constitutional Overhaul Amid Conflict
Citizens’ movements and opposition parties in an eastern Congolese city have united to launch a public awareness initiative urging the population to reject a proposed […]
At least 21 dead in Nigerian protests against the high cost of living, according to Amnesty International
According to a new report by the NGO Amnesty International, at least 21 people were killed by law enforcement agents during the days of protests […]
Nigerian Authorities Crack Down on Russian Flag-Making Tailors amid Protests
In a surprising turn of events, Nigerian authorities have detained several tailors for crafting Russian flags used in recent anti-government demonstrations. This move highlights growing […]
Nigeria: President Tinubu calls for an end to protests against high cost of living
Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu called on Sunday August 4 for an end to protests against the high cost of living in Africa’s most populous […]
Senegal: government announces commission of inquiry after protests
An “independent and impartial” commission of inquiry will be set up after the protests that rocked Senegal early March. The government made the announcement on […]
Côte d’Ivoire: Four dead in protests against Ouattara’s candidacy
Demonstrations erupted in Abidjan and the interior of the country following the candidacy of President Alassane Ouattara for the October election. The opposition party PDCI […]
Nine killed in Guinea protests against constitution change
Nine protesters were killed this week in Guinea during demonstrations against a possible change to the constitution. Thousands of opposition supporters, civil society groups and […]
Riot police fire at crowds in Benin amid post-election dispute
Riot police in Benin have fired with automatic rifles at protestors demonstrating against controversial parliamentary polls in the tiny West African nation. Thousands of people […]
Algeria: Five business tycoons including richest man in Maghreb detained
As protests against the power grab of the army continues in Algiers, the regime tries to white-wash itself by taking scapegoats among allies of outgoing […]