Africa: More Than a Festival, Film Africa Is the Engine of Continental Cinema
[allAfrica] African filmmakers are no longer just asking for inclusion. They are claiming their place in the global film conversation.
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Africa: Nigeria Leads Call for Just, Inclusive Climate Transition in Africa
[This Day] Abuja -- Nigeria has renewed its call for African nations to unite under a comprehensive Climate Compact aimed at harmonising carbon markets, enhancing transparency, and amplifying the continent's collective influence on the global climate stage.
Africa: South Africa Stakes Its Claim As Africa's Digital and Investment Powerhouse
[SAnews.gov.za] South Africa is positioning itself as the continent's digital and investment powerhouse, using its economic resilience and advanced infrastructure to attract global capital and drive Africa's growth story.
Africa: A Little Too Late? the ICC's First Darfur Conflict Conviction
[ISS] With funding for global institutions shrinking, the slow, arduous and costly task of international justice will weigh on ICC member states.
Kenya police fire shots and tear gas at crowds gathered to see body of ex-PM Odinga
The crowds were so big that the public viewing was moved from the parliament building to a stadium.
Africa: Experts Rally Africa to Unite Against Illicit Financial Flows
[Ghanaian Times] EXPERTS have called for stronger collaboration among African states, regulatory bodies, and financial technology (fintech) companies to curb the growing menace of Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs) draining the continent's resources.
From prison to presidential palace: Who is Madagascar's new military ruler?
Before the last weekend, most people in Madagascar had no clue who Col Michael Randrianirina was.
Convicted ex-president Kabila rallies opposition to 'save' DR Congo from crisis
Joseph Kabila appears in Kenya with other opposition leaders two weeks after being sentenced to death.
Africa: Coup - AU Suspends Madagascar
[Leadership] The African Union (AU) said it has suspended Madagascar "with immediate effect" after a coup saw an elite army unit seized power following President Andry Rajoelina's escape from the country and subsequent impeachment.
Africa: Africa CDC Launches Pooled Procurement to Bolster Local Pharmaceutical Industry
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has launched a continent-wide pooled procurement system across all 55 African Union countries.
Africa: Gachagua Hails Odinga As 'Lion of Africa' and Father of Kenya's Democracy
[Nile Post] Former Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has paid an emotional tribute to the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, describing him as "the father of our democracy" and "the indefatigable lion of Africa."
Africa: Is Gen Z Reshaping Africa's Political Landscape?
[FPRI] In "Does Africa Matter to the United States?", published by FPRI on January 11, 2021, it was argued that the youth of Africa, who currently account for almost half the continent's population, could become recruits for extremist movements if they are not provided gainful
Africa: Report Reveals DDoS As New Dimension of Cyberthreats to Digital Infrastructure in West Africa
[This Day] NETSCOUT Systems has released its latest global threat intelligence report, which exposed the dangerous trend in distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks on digital infrastructure across West African countries in the first half of 2025, Nigeria inclusive.
Africa: In Ethiopia, a Groundbreaking Right to Work Directive Transforms Lives for the Better
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Africa: Humanitarian Funding Cuts Pushing Millions Into Hunger - WFP
[UN News] Nearly 14 million people could face severe hunger by the end of the year, the World Food Programme (WFP) warned on Wednesday, as slashed humanitarian funding threatens six of its most critical operations.
Africa: Guterres Highlights 'Maximum Impact' Reform Agenda
[UN News] The Secretary-General on Wednesday outlined a set of proposals to strengthen the UN's effectiveness and improve coordination across its three core pillars: peace and security, sustainable development, and human rights.
'I can't afford to save both twins': Sudan's war left one mother with an impossible choice
The destruction and hunger that Sudan's war has brought leaves parents with some impossible choices.
Who was the man who shaped Kenyan politics?
Raila Odinga was one of Kenya's most influential political figures despite five unsuccessful presidential bids.
Africa: Should Credit Rating Agencies Be Rated?
[allAfrica] Reflections on Trust, Sovereignty, and Africa's Economic Destiny
Africa: Accra Set to Host the 3rd Aaag Annual Conference ...to Shape Future of Public Finance in Africa
[Ghanaian Times] The Controller and Accountant-General, in partnership with the African Association of Accountants General (AAAG) Secretariat, has announced the 3rd annual AAAG conference.
War crimes alert as food runs out in besieged Sudan city
Evidence of the intentional targeting of civilians in el-Fasher amounts to war crimes, researchers say.
Africa: 'Kenya's Foremost Statesman, Great Son of Africa' - Ruto Mourns Raila
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has eulogised former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as "Kenya's foremost statesman and one of Africa's greatest sons".
Africa: AU Extends Condolences Over Death of Kenya's Former PM Odinga
[Independent (Kampala)] Addis Ababa -- African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf on Wednesday expressed deep condolences over the passing of Raila Odinga, former prime minister of Kenya.