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Kenyan President William Ruto has emphasized diplomacy as the only viable solution to the escalating conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Speaking on… Read More »President Ruto Calls for Diplomacy as DRC Conflict Escalates
African leaders, along with global financiers, convened in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to pledge $35 billion toward electrification, marking the largest investment in Africa’s electric… Read More »Africa Pledges $35 Billion for Unprecedented Electrification Drive
The Democratic Alliance (DA) party, South Africa’s second-largest party, has declared a dispute with the Government of National Unity (GNU), citing a lack of consultation… Read More »South Africa’s DA Party Declares Dispute Over Key Government Policies
African remittance startups are thriving as sub-Saharan Africa received a record $56 billion in remittances in 2024, marking the fourth consecutive year of growth. Companies… Read More »Remittance-focused Startups Benefit from Africa’s Migration Wave
France’s military withdrawals from several African countries, including Senegal and Ivory Coast, signal a diminishing role in the region. Historically, French bases supported newly independent… Read More »France Faces Strategic Setbacks as African Military Bases Close
Zimbabwean war veterans, once staunch supporters of President Emmerson Mnangagwa, have demanded his resignation, accusing him of nepotism, corruption, and economic mismanagement. Speaking at a… Read More »Zimbabwe’s War Veterans Turn Against President Mnangagwa
Congo’s eastern city of Goma is under siege as Rwanda-backed M23 rebels escalate their advance, causing widespread fear and humanitarian devastation. The rebels, who claim… Read More »Fighting Intensifies in Eastern Congo Between Army and Rwanda-backed Rebels
Community-run conservancies in Africa are emerging as a successful alternative to national parks for wildlife conservation. These conservancies, managed by local farmers, herders, and hunter-gatherers,… Read More »Community Conservancies: Africa’s New Frontier in Wildlife Conservation
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) draw, held in Rabat, Morocco, has set the stage for Africa’s premier football competition. The tournament will kick… Read More »Morocco Set to Host Thrilling Afcon 2025 as Groups Announced
Nigeria wishes to partner with the World Economic Forum (WEF) on the African Atlantic Gas Pipeline (AAGP) to connect Nigeria to Morocco, other African nations,… Read More »Nigeria Seeks WEF Support for African Atlantic Gas Pipeline