Kenyan police used tear gas to disperse demonstrators protesting against rising cases of femicide in the country. The protests, which took place in Nairobi and other cities, drew participants from diverse backgrounds, including women’s rights activists, students, and community leaders. The demonstrators marched to highlight the increasing number of violent killings targeting women and to demand…
South Sudanese President Salva Kiir has taken decisive action by firing several top officials in response to a high-profile shooting incident that has raised concerns about governance, security, and accountability in the young nation. This bold move comes amid escalating tensions within South Sudan’s fragile political landscape, where maintaining stability remains a key challenge.
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Zimbabwe is taking ambitious steps toward joining the global space race by planning its first-ever spaceport in collaboration with Russia. The initiative underscores Zimbabwe’s growing interest in advancing its capabilities in space science and technology to address pressing developmental challenges, such as agriculture, climate change, and disaster management.
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The Malian government has issued an international arrest warrant for the CEO of a prominent Canadian mining company amid escalating tensions between the West African nation and foreign investors. This unprecedented move highlights growing friction in Mali’s extractive industries, particularly as the government seeks greater control over its natural resources in a politically volatile…
Ghana, often regarded as one of Africa’s most stable democracies, is holding presidential elections at a pivotal moment as the nation grapples with a severe economic crisis. This election is drawing significant attention, both domestically and internationally, as Ghanaians weigh the performance of the current government against promises from opposition candidates.
The country has been…
Sierra Leone has launched a significant vaccination campaign against the Ebola virus, marking a critical step in the country’s ongoing efforts to prevent another outbreak. This initiative comes nearly a decade after the devastating 2014-2016 West African Ebola epidemic, which claimed over 11,000 lives across the region, with Sierra Leone being one of the hardest-hit countries. The…
In a tragic incident highlighting the ongoing dangers of illegal mining in South Africa, six bodies were recently retrieved from an abandoned goldmine. This grim discovery underscores the hazards associated with illicit mining operations, which have become a persistent challenge in the country. These mines, often referred to as “zama zama” sites—derived from a Zulu term meaning…
