Protesters set fire to Kenya's parliament - but also saved two MPs
Two legislators thank the parliamentary invaders for coming to their rescue during a two-hour orderal.
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Africa: The Greatest Land Mammal Migration On Earth Is Taking Place - and It's Not the Serengeti
[Daily Maverick] In an area you've probably never heard of, the largest movement of land mammals on the planet is under way.
Africa: Ethiopia Is Chinese Gateway to Africa, Ifa Executive Director Says
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- A delegation led by the Executive Director for Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) Jafar Bedru participated in a high-level international conference in Shanghai, China from 27-28 June 2024.
Africa: African Legislators Urged to Increase Education Budgets
[The Herald] African parliaments have been challenged to use their responsibility in passing national budgets to ensure more resources are channelled towards funding education.
Africa: COP29 High Level Dialogue - AU Commissioner Highlights Unlocking Finance for Energy in Africa
[African Union] June 24, 2024 - London: The COP29 Presidency convened its second high-level consultation meeting on energy transition in London, United Kingdom. Hosted by Mr. Michael Mainelli, Lord Mayor of London, City of London Corporation, and co-chaired by COP29
Africa: Commissioner Muchanga Calls for Action On Illicit Financial Flows
[African Union] Aspiration 1 of Africa's continental development blueprint Agenda 2063 emphasizes the critical goal for the continent to achieve prosperity based on inclusive growth and sustainable development. Central to this aspiration is self-financing of Africa's
Africa: First NBA Academy Africa Prospect Drafted to the NBA
[New Times] Cameroon's Ulrich Chomche became the first NBA Academy Africa prospect drafted to the National Basketball Association (NBA) after he was Thursday night selected 57th overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2024 NBA Draft presented by State Farm.
Africa: Burhan and Hemedti's Deadly Hunger Games
[ISS] As civil war pushes Sudan towards famine, the West and BRICS should rein in foreign states meddling in the conflict.
Africa: Investment in Rail Critical for Africa's Socio-Economic Growth
[SAnews.gov.za] President of the Southern African Railways Association (SARA), Hishaam Emeran, has called on the African continent to harness the potential of rail as it has a critical role to play in growing the economy and creating jobs.
Africa: Illegal Financial Flows - African Countries Lose Over 88 Billion Dollars Every Year
[Agenzia Fides] Tunis -- More than 88 billion dollars are lost illegally to African countries every year. This was denounced yesterday, June 27, by the Executive Chairman of the Nigerian Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Olukoyede, in his speech at the
Africa: Press Release - Ghana to Host the 2024 Africa Facts Summit
[Africa Check] PRESS RELEASE: Ghana to host the 2024 Africa Facts summit
Kenyan court allows military deployment to quell protests
A judge declines to halt the deployment of soldiers to assist police in quelling anti-budget protests.
Top designer vows to regrow dreadlocks cut after Uganda arrest
Fashion designer Latif Madoi says he was targeted because of his support for opposition leader Bobi Wine.
Africa: Global Leaders Address Security and Peacekeeping Challenges At UN Police Summit
[UN News] Police chiefs and government leaders convened at UN Headquarters on Thursday for the opening session of UNCOPS 2024.
Africa: A Tax On the Super-Rich to Fight Hunger Gains Ground
[IPS] Caracas -- A global agreement could levy a small tax on the world's 3,000 richest people, with fortunes in excess of US$ 1 billion, and use the money to fight world hunger, a study by the Brazilian government and the European Union's Tax Observatory has shown.
Africa: Rubavu - South Africa's TxC to Rock DJ Marnaud's 'Long Weekend' Party
[New Times] All roads will Friday, June 28, lead to Rubavu District for the July opening 'Long Weekend' disc jockeying extravaganza as renowned Rwandan DJ Marnaud hosts South African counterparts TxC at the much-anticipated show on the shores of Lake Kivu.
Africa: Inclusive Digitalization in Eastern and Southern Africa Program - Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
[World Bank] What is the Inclusive Digitalization in Eastern and Southern Africa (IDEA) Program?
Africa: Inclusive Digitalization in Eastern and Southern Africa Program - Angola
[World Bank] What is the Inclusive Digitalization in Eastern and Southern Africa (IDEA) program?
Africa: Mpox - What to Watch Out for, Treatment and What to Worry About
[The Conversation Africa] The new strain of the mpox virus is spreading quickly along the eastern border of the Democratic Republic of Congo and is "the most dangerous yet", says the World Health Organization. The current outbreak has been driven by sexual transmission but
Rock stars, wrestlers and pilgrims: Africa's top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.
Can Kenyan Police Stabilize Haiti?
The first 400 Kenyan police arrived in Haiti this week, part of a multinational force that will attempt to bring stability back the country. Gangs control most of Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince. But the Kenyan police arrived in Haiti as the same police force was firing on
SA president hits out at coalition partner in fierce row
South Africa's coalition partners are at loggerheads just weeks after agreeing to share power.
Former Cameroon midfielder Nguemo dies aged 38 in car crash
Former Celtic midfielder Landry Nguemo has died after a car accident in Cameroon.
