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…
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…
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…
The increasing geopolitical complexity in Africa has prompted many nations to navigate carefully between the competing influences of BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) and NATO-aligned nations, particularly the U.S. and Europe. African countries are striving to balance economic opportunities offered by BRICS while maintaining traditional partnerships with Western powers.
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In Zimbabwe, Jameson Timba, interim leader of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), and 34 activists were found guilty of attending an “unlawful gathering,” an event organized at Timba’s residence in June 2024. The court deemed the gathering as intended to incite violence, disrupt public order, or foster bigotry. The verdict follows over five months of pre-trial detention for…
Africa, a continent of immense cultural, historical, and natural diversity, is on a path of rediscovery and self-empowerment. After centuries of colonial exploitation, cultural suppression, and socio-economic challenges, the continent is reclaiming its unique trajectory of growth and development. This resurgence is not just about economic strides but also about cultural, political, and…
