Kenya, Ethiopia Dominate 2025 Lagos City Marathon
Kenya’s Edwin Kibet and Ethiopia’s Guta Hirpa Triumph at 2025 Lagos City Marathon Kenyan athlete Edwin Kibet Koech…
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Tragedy in Mali: Over 40 Killed in Devastating Mine Collapse
At least 40 people have lost their lives following a catastrophic mine collapse in Mali, authorities confirmed. The…
Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo Shatters Half-Marathon World Record
Ugandan long-distance runner Jacob Kiplimo has set a new half-marathon world record, delivering a stunning performance that cements…
Kenya Shilling Weakens Slightly Amid Market Volatility – LSEG Data
The Kenyan shilling experienced a slight depreciation against the U.S. dollar, according to data from the London Stock…
Military Presence Dominates Renowned Mali Arts Festival Amid Security Concerns
The renowned Festival sur le Niger in Mali took on a different tone this year as a heavy…
US Congressman Alleges USAID Support for Boko Haram and Terror Groups
A U.S. congressman, Scott Perryhas alleged that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) indirectly funded Boko…
Tragic Loss: Congolese Musician Delcat Idengo Murdered During Video Shoot in Goma
Goma, the capital of North Kivu province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, has long been a…
University of Luxembourg Opens 2025 Scholarships for EU and Non-EU Students
The University of Luxembourg has announced the opening of its 2025 scholarship program, offering financial aid to both…
8-Year-Old Nigerian Becomes One of the World’s Youngest Authors, Making History
Kamsiyochukwu Anusi, an eight-year-old Nigerian boy, has made history by becoming one of the world’s youngest authors with…
2025 Headies Awards: Full List of Nominees Across All Categories
The Headies Academy has unveiled the nominees for the 17th edition of the Headies Awards, celebrating outstanding achievements…
2Baba Proposes to Edo Lawmaker Natasha Osawaru After Split from Annie Idibia (VIDEO)
Nigerian music icon Innocent ‘2Baba’ Idibia has proposed to Edo State lawmaker Natasha Osawaru, following his recent separation…
Grammy-Winning Nigerian Star Tems Joins MLS Club San Diego FC as Official Club Partner
In an exciting development, Grammy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated Nigerian singer-songwriter Tems has joined Major League Soccer’s San Diego…
JUSUN Threatens Nationwide Strike, Gives FG Seven-Day Ultimatum
The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, threatening to…
Defying Trump: Some PEPFAR Projects Resume Fully Without Waiver
In a major development, several U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) programs have been cleared to…
Algerian Teachers Go on Strike Over Low Salaries and Poor Working Conditions
Thousands of teachers across Algeria have launched a nationwide strike, demanding better salaries and improved working conditions. The…
Congo Catholic Delegation Meets Rebel Leader Amid Escalating Conflict
A delegation from the Catholic Church in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has held talks with a…
Barrick Plans to Reopen Mali Mine Once Gold Shipments Resume – CEO
Barrick Gold Corporation is prepared to restart operations at its gold mine in Mali once the government allows…
Ugandan Opposition Leader Kizza Besigye Initiates Hunger Strike Amid Legal Battle
Detained Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye begins hunger strike, challenging his military trial and highlighting human rights concerns…
Africa’s Great Rift: Continent Splitting Faster Than Expected, New Ocean Emerging
Scientists warn that Africa is splitting apart at an unprecedented rate, with the formation of a new ocean…
Nigerian Fintech Raenest Secures $11M Series A Funding Led by QED Investors
Raenest, a Nigerian fintech startup focused on cross-border payments and financial solutions for freelancers and remote workers, has…
China Expands Space Influence in Africa as U.S. Cuts Foreign Aid
China is strengthening its presence in Africa’s space sector through strategic partnerships and technology investments, while the U.S.…
Cambridge Honours Nigerian PhD Student for Groundbreaking Biafra Heritage Project
A Nigerian PhD student at the University of Cambridge has been recognized for their exceptional research on Biafra’s…
TikTok Removes 11.9 Million Videos in Africa for Policy Violations
TikTok has removed 11.9 million videos across Africa in a massive crackdown on content that violated its community…
Corruption Threatens Global Climate Action, Transparency Watchdog Warns
Corruption Undermining Global Climate Efforts, Watchdog Warns A new report by Transparency International has raised alarm over the…
Trump Sanctions Ignite Treason Allegations and Political Turmoil in South Africa
U.S. sanctions over South Africa’s land expropriation law lead to treason accusations against AfriForum, intensifying political tensions. The…
Chagos Islands Sovereignty Transfer: A Complex Impact on Mauritian Families
The UK’s decision to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, while retaining control over Diego Garcia for 99 years, has led to mixed reactions among Mauritian families, with some celebrating potential resettlement opportunities and others expressing concerns over the exclusion of Diego Garcia and the implications for displaced Chagossians.
Uganda’s Confirmed Ebola Cases Rise to Nine Amid Ongoing Outbreak
Uganda reports an increase in confirmed Ebola cases to nine, with one fatality, as health authorities intensify response…
Netflix Releases ‘Surviving Black Hawk Down’ Documentary on Somalia Battle
Netflix’s ‘Surviving Black Hawk Down’ offers a comprehensive look at the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu, featuring perspectives from…
Earthquake Strikes Northern Morocco Near Ksar el-Kebir
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake hits near Ksar el-Kebir in northern Morocco; no casualties reported. On February 10, 2025,…
Meta Begins Mass Layoffs in Africa and Europe as Privacy Lawsuit Looms
Tech giant Meta has begun laying off 3,000 employees across Africa and Europe as part of a global…
Ghana Bans First-Class Travel for Government Officials to Cut Costs
Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, has announced a ban on first-class air travel for government officials, including cabinet…
Central African Republic Launches $CAR Meme Coin to Elevate Global Profile
The Central African Republic introduces $CAR, a meme coin initiative aimed at uniting citizens and enhancing the nation’s…
Sudan’s Military Advances in Khartoum, Plans Formation of New Government
In a significant development, Sudan’s military has declared its intention to establish a new government after reclaiming control…
Niger’s Military Junta Expels International Committee of the Red Cross
The military junta in Niger has ordered the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to cease operations…
Liberia Faces Severe Power Outages Following Côte d’Ivoire’s Drastic Supply Reduction
Liberia is bracing for significant power shortages after the Compagnie Ivoirienne d’Électricité (CIE) of Côte d’Ivoire, a primary…
White South Africans Decline President Trump’s Refugee Resettlement Offer
In response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent executive order offering refugee status to white South Africans, particularly…