[United States Senate] Washington, DC -- U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), the Chairman of the Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Policy and a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, held a roundtable with ambassadors and representatives from Africa this week.
Ibrahim Babangida's annulment triggered a political crisis in 1993 and is still remembered today.
[African Union] The African Union has deployed and onboarded the 12th cohort of Youth Volunteers. The 45 Young Professionals from 23 countries across the five regions of the continent, will serve as volunteers in various African Union Commission Departments and in government
[African Union] In a significant stride towards unifying Africa's skies and advancing economic integration, the Republic of Malawi has officially signed the Solemn Commitment to join the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM). SAATM, a flagship project of the African
[African Union] In a landmark event at the 38th African Union Summit, the pressing need for sustainable and innovative financing for education in Africa took center stage. The education side event, themed "Further Steps for Implementation of the Recommendations of the
[The Point] Africa is rich in renewable energy resources, including abundant sunlight, strong winds, and geothermal energy. However, the continent faces various challenges hindering the widespread adoption of clean energy sources.
[ISS] As Trump drives a wedge between US-Europe relations, Africa should cleave closer to reliable friends and safeguard multilateralism.
Confirming the invite South Africa's president said there was a need for an inclusive peace process.
Wadie Jary is sentenced to four years behind bars for what has been described as an "unlawful contract".
The case against Kizza Besigye is now being heard in a civilian rather than military court.
[Vanguard] The Africa Union, AU, 38th Summit from February 15-16, 2025 promised to be challenging as the body had to elect a new Chairperson for the African Union Commission, AUC, which is its engine room. The Commission is the AU Secretariat and its Chair, its chief executive
[spotlight] Despite a waiver on life-saving humanitarian aid, USAID funding for crucial medical services remains frozen. Services remain closed as organisations await approval of revised budgets limited to what is allowed under the waiver. A separate US agency - the Centers for
[Liberian Investigator] Monrivia -- The Chairperson of the African Tax Media Network (ATMEN), Danicius Kaihenneh Sengbeh, has called on African journalists to take a greater interest in tax reporting as a means of contributing to domestic resource mobilization (DRM) and
[Art Africa] Experience the artistry of Taznakht's weavers through immersive VR and a unique blend of tradition and contemporary design.
[Art Africa] A groundbreaking digital exhibition connects the timeless themes of Francisco de Goya with the voices of contemporary African artists, launching during Cape Town Art Week.
[Art Africa] The Norval Foundation and The Sovereign Art Foundation (SAF) are pleased to announce Modupeola Fadugba as the Grand Prize Winner of The Norval Sovereign African Art Prize 2025, sponsored by Schroders.
Rwanda is facing a backlash for its alleged support of M23 rebels in the neighbouring country.
[IPS] Urbana, Illinois, Us -- Scientists like me across the U.S. are distressed following the many policy changes, funding elimination, and firings that have happened since President Trump took office. More than ever, scientists must unite in solidarity and share the
[IPS] United Nations -- In the western world, numerous studies over the past two decades have shown that the rise of social media in popularity has been linked to negative mental health symptoms, especially among young people. Platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, X (formerly
[New Times] Since the African continent was divided at the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885, the struggle for its wealth has played out on two fronts. The first was political, as European powers, starting with King Leopold II of Belgium, sought to exploit Africa's resources.
[Daily Trust] The ECOWAS Regional Centre for Surveillance and Disease Control (RCSDC), says a total of 67 outbreaks of emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases were recorded across West Africa in last year.
[World Ovarian Cancer Coalition] The World Ovarian Cancer Coalition (the Coalition) announced today the publication of a first-of-its-kind study that reveals the major socioeconomic burden ovarian cancer has on communities around the world. Co-authored with the research
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- South Africa is anticipated to derive Africa's global market engagement and investment in its current presidency of G20, becoming the first African country to lead the group of powerful nations.
[SciDev.Net] Accra -- Climate change and conflict are fuelling a resurgence of cholera in Africa, with progress toward elimination undermined by chronic underfunding, according to new analysis.
[RFI] In a symbolic ceremony this Thursday, France will officially transfer control of the Port-Bouët military camp to the Ivorian army. This marks a significant milestone in the restructuring of France's military presence in Africa. The handover reflects the evolving nature of
[The Conversation Africa] Indigenous people make up only 6% of the world's population but manage over a quarter of the world's land surface. These groups, descended from original occupants of a geographical place and identifying as culturally distinct, possess knowledge about
[Afropop] What sort of imagery does the word punk inspire? Spiky, colorful hair, studs and anarchy signs; hordes of people crammed into mosh pits, jumping and pushing their sweaty selves against each other in dimly lit spaces. However, it might seem unusual to picture a group
An Indian drug maker tells a BBC undercover team its addictive cocktail drug is “very harmful” but “this is business”.
[Nile Post] The World Health Organization (WHO) has sounded the alarm over a sharp rise in measles cases worldwide, reporting a 20% increase in infections in 2023 compared to the previous year.
[WHO] Global leaders must take urgent, concerted action to end road carnage