Tanzanian Arrests Bad Omen for Upcoming Elections
Respect Rights of Opposition; Release Those Wrongfully Detained Over the past week, Tanzanian police have arbitrarily arrested 375 members and supporters of the country’s main opposition party, the Party for Democracy and Progress (Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo, or Chadema). Among them are former presidential candidate Tundu Lissu, party chairman Freeman Mbowe, party youth wing leader John Pambalu, […]
Cameroonian Social Media Activist Feared Forcibly Disappeared
Confirm Steve Akam’s Detention and Location, Release Him In a video circulated on social media on July 21, Steve Akam, alias Ramon Cotta, a Cameroonian social media activist, stands before a barrier in an outdoor space, handcuffed and surrounded by members of the Cameroonian police. It was the last time he was seen. Human Rights Watch […]
Africa Tech Festival 2024 Showcases Women Tech And Telecoms Leaders, Aims To Positively Impact Africa’s ICT Gender Gap
When the 27th edition of Africa Tech Festival kicks off on 12 November at the Cape Town International Convention Centre in South Africa, the spotlight will be on the exceptional women shaping the future of technology and telecoms in Africa. With August marking the celebration of Women’s Month in the host country, the event will […]
Kenya’s Maternal Health Agenda: From Antenatal Care (ANC) To Postpartum Resilience
Op-ed by-lined by Dr Susan Mburu – Head of Clinical Business Operations, AAR Health Care Kenya Kenya faces a formidable challenge in maternal and neonatal health, underscored by sobering statistics from the 2022 Kenya Demographic and Health Survey. Alarmingly, only 59% of women1 attended the recommended four ANC visits, a figure that falls short of global […]
Under Secretary Zeya’s Remarks Announcing Nearly $536 Million In Additional Humanitarian Assistance For Sub-Saharan Africa In Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Good afternoon. I am grateful to be joining you all today in Addis Ababa, after a robust visit to Kenya. Earlier today, I had productive and timely discussions with Foreign Minister Taye, Minister of Justice Gedion, and non-governmental partners on the rule of law, accountability, humanitarian cooperation, and the sanctity of human rights. The United […]
Kenya Claims the Top Spot for Olympic Medals in Africa
Kenya emerged as Africa’s top performer in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, winning the most medals of any country on the continent, with four gold, two silver, and five bronze medals. Kenya’s standout performances include Beatrice Chebet’s victories in the 5,000m and 10,000m races, Emanuel Wanyonyi’s gold in the 800 meters, and Faith Kipyegon’s Olympic […]
Tunisia’s Electoral Commission Clears Three Candidates for Presidential Election
Tunisia’s electoral commission has preliminarily approved three candidates for the upcoming presidential election on October 6, including incumbent President Kais Saied. The other two candidates are Zouhair Magzhaoui, considered close to Saied, and Ayachi Zammel, head of the Azimoun party, who has not previously been seen as a significant political figure. Fourteen other candidates were […]
Rwanda’s President Kagame Embarks on Fourth Term Following Inauguration Ceremony
On Sunday, Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame was sworn in for a fourth term following his July win that saw him rack up over 99% of the vote. The inauguration ceremony took place in a packed 45,000-seat stadium in Kigali, with several African leaders in attendance. Kagame took the oath of office, pledging to preserve peace […]
Malawi’s President Chakwera to Run for Reelection After Securing Party’s Support
Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera has secured his party’s backing to seek reelection in the 2025 election. However, his chances of a second term may hinge on finding a new alliance partner, as his previous ally, the United Transformation Movement (UTM), withdrew from the coalition following the death of its leader, former Vice President Saulos Klaus […]
Somalia to Abandon Indirect Voting System for Popular Elections
Somalia’s cabinet has approved a bill that could reintroduce universal suffrage for the first time in 55 years, ending the country’s current indirect voting system. If the bill is passed by the Somali parliament and signed into law by the president, it would make President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud the last leader elected through the indirect […]
