Africa

A Special Court (Control of Narcotic Substances) has sentenced a Ugandan woman to seven years ‘ imprisonment for smuggling cocaine after she pleaded guilty of the crime. Special Court (CNS) …

Gabon has officially launched preparations for its local and legislative elections scheduled for September 27, marking a major step in the country’s ongoing political transition. The national electoral commission has …

Kenyan President William Ruto is under mounting criticism following his decision to build a $9.3 million mega church at his official residence, as the country grapples with soaring inflation, economic …

U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent comments praising Liberian President Joseph Boakai’s English have stirred a mix of confusion and criticism in Liberia, where English has been the official language since …

Kenyan President William Ruto has defended the actions of security forces during recent deadly anti-government protests, declaring that he will not allow “anarchy” under the guise of peaceful demonstrations. Breaking …

Mali’s military ruler, General Assimi Goita, has signed a controversial bill into law granting himself a fresh five-year presidential mandate, renewable indefinitely and without an election. The law, approved by …

Lesotho has declared a two-year state of disaster due to high unemployment following US President Donald Trump’s decision in April to impose a 50% tariff on imports from the African …

In a statement late on Wednesday (local time), the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) expressed deep concern over continued reports of armed group mobilization in densely populated areas, urging …

Somalia is grappling with a deepening humanitarian crisis, as a new United Nations report reveals that 4.6 million people are currently facing food insecurity. Among them, 1.8 million children under …

President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned the Trump administration’s newly announced 30% tariff on South African imports, describing it as a one-sided and unjustified action that misrepresents trade realities. The White …