Death sentence for three Americans over DR Congo coup attempt overturned
The Americans are among 37 people sentenced to death last September by a military court.
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Africa: Rwanda's Syringe Manufacturing Facility to Boost Africa's Vaccination Initiatives
[New Times] Health minister Dr Sabin Nsanzimana on Tuesday, April 1, officiated the launch of TKMD Rwanda's auto-disable syringe manufacturing facility in Rwamagana District.
Africa: UN Staff Put On Alert - As U.S. Visa Holders Face Threats and Deportation
[IPS] United Nations -- The Trump administration's ground-rules are dangerously clear--and devastating.
Africa: Flying Against Hunger - WFP's UNHAS Delivers in Emergencies
[WFP] The United Nations Humanitarian Air Service is saving lives in places like Madagascar, Haiti and the Central African Republic - even as a funding shortfall bites
Africa: All of Africa Today - April 2, 2025
[allAfrica] Justice Demanded for 16 Nigerian Travellers Killed by Vigilantes
Africa: Trump Daughter's Father-in-Law Chosen as Senior Advisor for Africa
[State Department] Office of the SpokespersonApril 1, 2025
Africa: UN-Backed Forum Seeks to Boost Resilience of World's Least Developed Countries
[UN News] Policymakers, researchers, the private sector and other stakeholders are meeting in Zambia's capital, Lusaka, over the next three days to chart a path toward sustainable development and resilience for the world's Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
Africa: How Do Coconuts Get Their Water?
[The Conversation Africa] Coconut trees are iconic plants found across the world's tropical regions. They're called "nature's supermarket" or the "tree of life" in several cultures because every part of the coconut tree is used. Its leaves can be used to thatch homes, its heart
Africa: A New Covid Variant Is On the Rise. Here's What to Know About LP.8.1
[The Conversation Africa] More than five years since COVID was declared a pandemic, we're still facing the regular emergence of new variants of the virus, SARS-CoV-2.
The world's youngest nation edges towards civil war
The world's youngest nation, South Sudan, could be on the brink of another civil war. At the heart of the tensions is a power struggle between the country's president and vice president.
Nigeria's spectacular horse parade closing Ramadan
In the city of Dutse, thousands filled the streets to celebrate a centuries-old festival.
Africa: Kenya Emerges Africa's Largest Importer of Second-Hand Clothes
[Vanguard] Kenya has emerged as the largest importer of second-hand clothes in Africa, earning the unfortunate distinction of being an easy dumping ground for used apparel while struggling to revive its collapsed textile industry.
BBC finds fear, loss and hope in Sudan's ruined capital after army victory
Our correspondent enters Khartoum just days after Sudan's army recaptured it from the Rapid Support Forces after a six-month offensive.
UK finalising Chagos deal with Mauritius, says No 10
Government sources have indicated that the agreement will not need further approval from the US.
Africa: STI Committee Applauds Inspire Africa Coffee Factory's Progress and Promises Support
[Nile Post] The Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Committee of Parliament has commended the ongoing development of the Inspire Africa Coffee Factory in Rwashamire, Ntungamo District.
Zimbabwe police arrest dozens in wake of protests
A total of 95 people are charged with promoting "public violence" and for "breaches of peace".
Proteas coach Walter resigns for personal reasons
South Africa white-ball coach Rob Walter, who took over in March 2023, resigns citing "personal reasons".
Africa: WHO Issues Its First-Ever Reports On Tests and Treatments For Fungal Infections
[WHO] Geneva -- The World Health Organization (WHO) today published its first-ever reports addressing the critical lack of medicines and diagnostic tools for invasive fungal diseases, showing the urgent need for innovative research and development (R&D) to close these gaps.
Africa: AU Deploys Panel of the Wise to Mediate South Sudan Crisis
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Youssouf Ali, has announced the deployment of a high-level delegation from the AU Panel of the Wise to South Sudan as part of efforts to de-escalate tensions and promote dialogue in the country.
Africa: Three Common Myths About U.S. Funding Cuts to South Africa
[GroundUp] US and South African officials have contributed to misinformation about the cancellation of funding