Senegal president signs tough new anti-LGBT law doubling jail terms
The new law imposes a maximum penalty of 10 years in jail and criminalises the "promotion" of same-sex relations.
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Africa: Inside Operation Smile's Push to Bring Surgery Within Reach
[allAfrica] Dr Augustino Hellar's journey into surgery was shaped by his upbringing in Tanzania, where access to healthcare was often limited. He recalls how long distances to health facilities were a common barrier.
Spanish federation condemns anti-Muslim chants at Egypt match
Police in Spain are investigating "Islamophobic and xenophobic" chants heard during the first half of Spain's draw with Egypt.
Africa: World Bank Approves Project to Expand Agricultural Value Chains and Jobs
[World Bank] Washington D.C. -- The World Bank has approved a $500 million International Development Association (IDA) credit for the Nigeria Sustainable Agricultural Value-Chains for Growth (AGROW) Project, aimed at increasing smallholder farmers productivity, strengthening
Africa: Interagency Forum Looks At U.S. Investment in Africa to Support U.S. Security
[Africom] Stuttgart, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany -- More than 160 civilian and military representatives from the Departments of War, State and Commerce met March 26-27, 2026, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, to identify strategic priorities and opportunities for the United States
Tuanzebe sends DR Congo back to World Cup after 52 years
DR Congo qualify for their first World Cup since 1974 as Axel Tuanzebe's strike gives the Leopards a 1-0 win over Jamaica in their play-off.
Eritrea advance after 19-year absence from Afcon qualifying
Eritrea are one of six nations to reach the group stage of qualification for Afcon 2027, having played their first games in the competition since 2007.
Africa: Prof. Mcbagonluri Named Among Africa's Top Education Leaders
[Ghanaian Times] Prof. Fred McBagonluri, the President of Academic City University, has been recognised for his outstanding contribution to the advancement of education in Africa.
Africa: Pearl of Africa Golf Series Back Bigger
[Independent (Kampala)] Entebbe, Uganda -- The second edition of the Pearl Of Africa Golf Series gets underway at the par-71 Entebbe Club this week with the country's elite amateurs and professionals presently fine-tuning their swings and putters in anticipation of the event.
Africa: Véron Mosengo-Omba - CAF General Secretary Resigns
[Nile Post] Véron Mosengo-Omba has officially resigned from his position as General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), marking the end of a contentious tenure overshadowed by internal criticism, governance concerns, and a major dispute surrounding the
Africa: CAF Announces Major Reforms Following Afcon 2025 Final Controversy
[Nile Post] The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has on Sunday, 29 March, 2026 announced a sweeping set of reforms to its statutes and regulations aimed at restoring trust, strengthening governance, and improving officiating standards across African football.
Africa: Continental Workshop On Strengthening Teacher Development and Alignment With the Continental Teacher Qualifications Framework Concludes With Strong Call for System Transformation
[African Union] The African Union Commission (AUC), through its Department of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (ESTI), successfully concluded the Continental Workshop on Strengthening Teacher Development, Motivation, and Alignment with the Continental Teachers
Nigeria warns its citizens in South Africa to be cautious after march turns violent
Solomon Ogbonna Eziko's installation as an Igbo leader in East London has sparked tensions.
