The deadly breakout at Makala prison in DR Congo has drawn global attention to the overcrowded and unsanitary conditions, with human rights groups calling for reform.
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In a surprising royal engagement, 21-year-old Nomcebo Zuma, daughter of former South African President Jacob Zuma, is set to become the newest wife of Eswatini’s King Mswati III.
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Ethiopia and Egypt are locked in a tense dispute over Somalia, accusing each other of interference and destabilizing the region, as geopolitical tensions in the Horn of Africa intensify.
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DR Congo faces a dire Mpox outbreak with 610 deaths reported in 2024 alone, surpassing last year’s total. With the entire nation affected and schools reopening soon, the urgency for …
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Mali’s 2020 coup has led to a surge of military takeovers across West Africa, reshaping politics and raising concerns over regional stability. Discover the full story.
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Cameroon launches a cocoa traceability platform to meet EU deforestation rules and boost exports.
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South Africa ramps up its anti-corruption efforts with new investigations into high-profile graft cases, aiming to restore public trust and ensure accountability.
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Egypt’s delivery of arms to Somalia under a new security pact aims to bolster the nation’s defense capabilities and address ongoing regional instability.
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South Africa’s digital platforms need regulatory sandboxes to foster growth and innovation, a new report says.
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Zanu PF is pushing to change Zimbabwe’s Constitution to extend President Mnangagwa’s time in office. This move raises serious questions about the future of democracy in the country.