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A year after the military coup: Authoritarianism dashes Gen Z aspirations for a new Madagascar
In the year since Colonel Michael Randrianirina seized power in a military coup, Madagascar finds itself far from the refoundation that he promised.
South Africa elections: Zille, Zuma and the battle for the big cities
The ANC is fighting to hold on, the DA is chasing new territory and MK is shaking up KwaZulu-Natal. South Africa’s local elections could redraw the country’s political map.
Africa: From Commonwealth Connections to Economic Opportunity - Expanding Africa-Caribbean Trade Linkages
[allAfrica] When Commonwealth leaders gather in Antigua and Barbuda this November, they will confront rising trade tensions, geopolitical shocks and supply chain disruption alongside longstanding challenges, such as high debt, limited affordable finance, climate exposure and
New US sanctions deepen Congo-Rwanda spat
Washington is turning up the pressure on Rwanda over the war in eastern DRC, but is its mediation still impartial? As Kinshasa gains favour and US interest in Congo’s critical minerals grows, questions are mounting over whether peace diplomacy is giving way to commercial
Africa: Can Russia-Africa Summit Deliver Jobs, Trade and Investment?
[Daily News] Moscow -- ON Wednesday and yesterday, Moscow hosted the Third Russia-Africa Summit and the Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum, focusing on trade, investment, energy, agriculture, infrastructure, research and technology.
Africa: AFCON Every Two Years Again As CAF Reverses Decision
[Vanguard] The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reversed its decision to stage the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) every four years, announcing that the tournament will return to its traditional two-year cycle.
Africa: Acces 2026 - What Rwanda Can Learn From Africa's Music Industry Gathering
[New Times] The ninth edition of the Music In Africa Conference for Collaborations, Exchange and Showcases (ACCES) is underway in Johannesburg, South Africa, bringing together artistes, music executives, promoters and other industry professionals for discussions, performances
Africa: Eswatini, Aice Africa to Establish Ai Safety Centre to Boost African Standards Capacity
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Eswatini Standards Authority (ESWASA) and AICE Africa have launched an artificial intelligence (AI) Safety and Standards Centre of Excellence aimed at building Africa's capacity to assess, govern and certify AI systems.
Africa: Alternativa Film Festival Expands to Africa, Opens 2027 Submissions With $120,000 in Prizes
[Capital FM] Alternativa Film Festival, the Global South film festival founded and supported by inDrive, has opened submissions for its first African edition. For its fourth edition, the festival welcomes feature films from Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Short film
Africa: CAF Decides to Return to the Afcon Taking Place Every Two Years
[CAF] The Confédération Africaine de Football ("CAF") Executive Committee ("EXCO") today unanimously decided that the CAF Africa Cup of Nations ("AFCON") will return to taking place every Two Years.
Afcon to return to two-year cycle after Caf U-turn
The Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) will return to its traditional two-year cycle after a review into December's decision to host it every four years instead.
Some of Africa’s most profitable banks are running on thin capital
By posting strong returns on their equity, AFG, Attijariwafa Bank and Ecobank lead their peers across the continent. But this success often rests on a limited capital base, leaving their balance sheets more vulnerable to shocks.
How Kenyans got caught in $130m US ghost student scam
The alleged scheme used stolen identities to claim US student aid, with Kenyans among those charged.
SanlamAllianz: Why the insurance giant is slow to win over global funds
The group led by Hennie Nel is aiming to double its profits by 2030, powered by the growth of Africa’s mass market. But it is cautious about its potential role as a catalyst for infrastructure financing on the continent.
Western Sahara: 5 questions on Washington’s strategy ahead of the UN vote
Just days before the US midterm elections, Washington wants to secure the adoption of a resolution that would accelerate the settlement of the conflict and radically transform MINURSO. But significant obstacles to an agreement remain.
Africa: Russia-Africa Agricultural Ties Key to Strengthening Food Security, Says Analyst
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- African countries must demand greater participation in production, processing and trade as they deepen economic partnerships with Russia and other global powers, Kenyan public policy analyst Raphael Obonyo has said.
Africa: AU Advances Drive to Make Democracy a Lived Experience Across Africa, With Media and Socialisation At Its Core
[Radio Dalsan] Addis Ababa, Ethiopia -- The African Union Commission is stepping up efforts to strengthen democracy across the continent by promoting people-centred socialisation, credible information, public participation and the role of media in democratic life.
Africa: Anyaoku Condemns Xenophobic Attacks in South Africa
[Vanguard] Former Commonwealth Secretary-General, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, has condemned the reported xenophobic attacks against African nationals in South Africa, describing them as distressing and regrettable.
Africa: AU Pushes to Bring Democratic Socialisation Into Everyday Life Across Africa
[Shabelle] The African Union is seeking to make democracy a continuous part of public life, with media, civic education and citizen participation central to the effort. A two-day Roundtable in Addis Ababa focused on turning that goal into practical action ahead of the
Africa: Algeria Committed to Bolstering Russia-Africa Partnership - President Tebboune
[Algerie Presse Service] Moscow -- President of the Republic Abdelmadjid Tebboune on Thursday affirmed Algeria's commitment to continuing efforts to bolster cooperation and partnership between Russia and African countries and take these relations to a higher level, based on
Africa: Supporting a Global Movement - Join Global Witness At COP31
[Global Witness] As the world gathers at COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye, Global Witness is helping to strengthen global connections between people most affected by the climate crisis
Africa: Australia's Exported Fossil Fuels Emit More Than 44 'Least Developed Countries' Combined
[Global Witness] COP31 co-host Australia's fossil fuel exports produced more emissions than the combined 44 "least developed countries" in the 10 years since the Paris Agreement, a new Global Witness analysis of Australian government data can reveal
Africa: Green Initiatives in Ethiopia Catalyst to Drive Climate Action Across Africa - UN-Habitat Official
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia's green development initiatives provide a practical lesson for African countries seeking to reduce emissions and advance climate action, UN-Habitat Regional Office for Africa Director Oumar Sylla said.
Africa: Africa's Biodiversity Goals Face Data, Funding and Capacity Gaps, Experts Warn
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- African countries need stronger biodiversity data systems, technical expertise and sustainable financing to translate global conservation commitments into measurable action, regional institutions have warned.
Africa: COP17 Celebrates Indigenous Leaders Amid Demand for Greater Inclusion in Biodiversity Decisions
[IPS] Yerevan, Armenia -- At the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) COP17, the presence of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs) is impossible to miss. Indigenous representatives speak at side events, participate in contact groups, advise negotiators and engage
Africa: Nature Is Making a Comeback - Now Restoration Funding Must Quadruple
[UN News] From salmon spawning grounds in Canada to coral reefs in Indonesia, ecosystems around the world are being restored at an unprecedented rate.
Africa: Who Mapped Africa? Debunking the Myth That Europeans Alone Plotted the Continent
[The Conversation Africa] After the United Nations adopted a resolution in September 2026 endorsing a map that more fairly represents the size of Earth's landmasses, author and journalist Moky Makura of Africa No Filter - a main sponsor of the Correct the Map initiative -
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Africa: DPI Closes $112m VC Fund to Back African, Middle Eastern Startups
[Daba Finance] DPI Venture Capital, the venture capital arm of Development Partners International, has closed its Nclude Fund at more than $112 million to invest in technology startups across Africa and the Middle East.
Careless dismissals give Australia route to series win
Australia take a step towards victory over South Africa in Cape Town, with the help of careless batting from Proteas' top order.
Africa: No More Boys' Club! Ansah Demands Equal Power for Women in Africa
[Nyasa Times] Vice President Jane Mayemu Ansah has called for reforms to electoral systems, political party structures and campaign financing to give women a fair chance to participate in political leadership across Africa.