Tanzanian artist who burned president's picture jailed
The 24-year-old painter outraged some Tanzanians but critics say the punishment is too harsh.
The 24-year-old painter outraged some Tanzanians but critics say the punishment is too harsh.
[This Day] * Industry operators laud continent's first oil financial institution
[African Union] The Pilot Phase of the African Union Project for inclusion of the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG) in school curricula for West African region has been officially launched by H.E. Professor Mariatou Kone, the National Education
[VOA] Navigating the complexities of higher education is challenging for many, but for international students, the financial hurdles can be particularly daunting.
[Daily Maverick] The World Meteorological Organisation has verified that Tropical Cyclone Freddy, which moved more than 12,000km across the Indian Ocean in early 2023 for 36 days, is the longest-lasting tropical cyclone on record.
[Nile Post] The Uganda Cranes have been drawn against familiar faces South Africa, in the TotalEnergies Caf Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) 2025 qualifiers.
[Premium Times] The bank, according to the government, is expected to facilitate access to funding for energy projects, thereby catalysing economic growth and enhancing energy security
[Business Day Africa] The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation and TradeMark Africa, have launched a four-year fisheries programme aimed at creating over 240,000 jobs and increasing trade in fish and fish products by $100
[The Conversation Africa] Women's Football in Africa, the first in-depth book on the subject, traces the history of women's soccer from initially being banned through to today's growing numbers of fans and broadcasting potential. It's a story of triumph despite enormous
[The Conversation Africa] Cellphone cameras are ubiquitous at modern sporting events. Whether it's a school swimming gala, the local rugby club squaring off against their bitter rivals or a national team fighting for tournament glory, every moment is a potential photograph.
Mauritanian coastguards say nine people - including a young girl - are rescued, but dozens are missing.
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.
Twenty-five soldiers are sentenced for fleeing battles against the notorious M23 rebel group.
Africa's top football sides discover their opponents in the qualifying draw for the 2025 Nations Cup with Nigeria handed a tricky group.
Ebenezer Smith showed off a certificate but Guinness World Records say it's nothing to do with them.
[RFI] As the National Rally emerged victorious in France's early legislative elections on Sunday, reactions poured in from around the world. In Africa, concerns are mainly focused on immigrants living in France. However, analysts emphasise that if France opts for the far right,
[IPS] Nairobi & Addis Ababa -- Investing in teachers and school leaders in Africa is the most important factor in promoting educational opportunities for girls, keeping them in school and ending child marriage, ultimately reducing gender inequality through education.