Arrest of Ugandan Activist Ahead of Elections Spells Trouble
Release Sarah Bireete; End Attacks on Critics On December 30, 2025, two weeks before Uganda’s January 15, 2026 elections, security forces raided the home of Sarah Bireete, a prominent human rights activist and government critic, and arrested her. Three days later, longer than the legally allowed 48 hours, Bireete was brought before the chief magistrates’ […]
US Pauses Aid to Somalia Amid Reports of WFP Warehouse Incident
The United States has suspended all assistance programs benefiting Somalia’s federal government after reports that officials seized and destroyed a warehouse containing 76 metric tonnes of humanitarian food aid meant for vulnerable communities. This story is written and edited by Global South World In a statement, the US government said it was “deeply concerned” by […]
All About Sao Tome and Principe
What You Need to Know São Tomé and Príncipe is a small island nation in the Gulf of Guinea, off Central Africa’s west coast, known for its political stability, lush ecosystems, and cocoa heritage. Comprising two main islands and several islets, the country has pursued democratic governance and conservation-led development while exploring opportunities in tourism, […]
How an African startup plans to replace diesel
A South African startup, Hyena, is addressing a significant source of pollution and expense across Africa: the millions of diesel generators that power homes and businesses. Their innovative solution, the POWER POD, uses the widely available liquid petroleum gas (LPG)—commonly used for cooking—to generate hydrogen and then electricity on-site. This clever approach bypasses Africa’s lack […]
China and Nigeria deepen economic ties
Economic ties between China and Nigeria are reaching new heights, with bilateral trade skyrocketing to a staggering $22 billion in 2025. This 30% surge highlights Nigeria’s status as a premier hub for Chinese investment, fueled by massive infrastructure projects like the record-breaking Lekki Deep Sea Port and the bustling Lagos-Ibadan Railway. The partnership is boosting […]
How “Lumumba Vea” stole the show at AFCON
DR Congo’s AFCON 2025 journey ended in extra-time heartbreak against Algeria, but one supporter left the tournament as an unforgettable symbol. Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, nicknamed “Lumumba Vea,” captivated fans by standing motionless throughout every match, arm raised in tribute to independence hero Patrice Lumumba. His silent ritual, echoing a statue of Lumumba in Kinshasa, turned […]
Why global powers are courting Somaliland
Somaliland has reentered the global spotlight after Israel became the first country to formally recognize the breakaway region as an independent state, a move that could reshape Horn of Africa geopolitics. Sitting at the crossroads of the Red Sea and Indian Ocean, Somaliland’s Berbera port overlooks one of the world’s busiest—and increasingly volatile—shipping lanes. That […]
Moroccan cave discovery may rewrite human history
A newly dated set of hominin fossils from a cave in Casablanca, Morocco, may help close a long-standing gap in the story of human evolution. Researchers say the remains are about 773,000 years old, placing them in a crucial period when African and Eurasian human lineages were beginning to diverge. The fossils include adult and […]
Senegal exceeds oil and gas expectations
Senegal’s oil sector delivered a great surprise in 2025, with crude production climbing to 36.1 million barrels, comfortably beating initial forecasts by nearly 6 million barrels. Earlier estimates had already been revised upward, but output still outpaced expectations thanks to resilient reservoirs, well-maintained wells, and efficient operations. The surge was driven by the Sangomar offshore […]
Activists battle to preserve Kinshasa’s last Baobab
Once shaded by trees, Kinshasa has steadily lost its greenery to unchecked development, pollution, and population pressure. However, a lone century-old baobab tree, near the ferry port in Gombe, stands as a living monument to the city’s past. Environmentalist Jean Mangalibi and fellow activists are now in an urgent campaign to protect this last iconic […]
