Islamic insurgents and other heavily armed groups have increasingly turned to kidnapping to get money. They abduct individuals, families and even large groups and then demand to be paid to let them go. We hear the story of one family, whose life has been turned upside down by a
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] The Technical Committee of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group met on 18 March 2024 in Abidjan and approved the new work programme for 2024. The committee, responsible for monitoring the work of the AfDB's Urban and Municipal Development
Bassirou Diomaye Faye is set to become the African continent's youngest democratically elected leader.
[Daily Trust] As the curtains fall on the 2023 African Games in Ghana, Egypt who have become serial winners of the 'continental Olympic Games' are poised to win their seventh title as Team Nigeria are also sure of finishing the games in second position for the sixth time.
Ruling coalition candidate Amadou Ba calls Bassirou Diomaye Faye to congratulate him on his victory.
Nadeem Anjarwalla's family say he left "lawfully" but the authorities say he had a "smuggled passport".
[The Conversation Africa] Each weekday, hundreds of thousands of children and teenagers in South Africa's rural areas (which make up just over 31% of the country's total area) make the journey to school. It's often difficult. Poor road networks and a lack of easy access to
[Global Press Journal] Harare, Zimbabwe -- And outlining what it will take to get it back.
[Graça Machel Trust] In a bustling hall illuminated with the spirit of innovation and empowerment, the Afrishela and Women Creating Wealth Programme's investor showcase stole the spotlight as a beacon of hope for women-led businesses across Africa. Held as a side event of the
[Independent (Kampala)] Brussels, Belgium -- The European Union intends to support its partner, the African Union, in its ambitious goal of producing 60% of vaccines on the continent for African citizens by 2040, according to Jutta Urpilainen, the European Commissioner for
[Independent (Kampala)] Book Review -- A majority of the world's population has experienced a decline in press freedom in recent years, according to a UN report. In east Africa, the results are mixed and debatable.
[New Times] Although recreational marijuana remains prohibited in almost every country in Africa, it has not historically always been so. It might also surprise some to know that the continent played a role in its spread around the world.
[African Union] The African Union's Women, Gender, and Youth Directorate (WGYD) partnered with various organizations to host a dynamic Youth Pavilion at the margins of the 13th African Games in Accra, Ghana. This initiative aligns with Agenda 2063's vision of an Africa driven
[African Union] The African Union (AU) and TikTok, the leading platform for short-form mobile videos, are excited to announce the #SaferTogether Campaign. This initiative empowers African youth with the knowledge and tools to navigate the digital world safely. Launched at the
Children were among the victims of the crush at the charity event that attracted a big crowd.
Amaechi Muonagor was a loved Nollywood legend, whose career spanned over two decades.
[African Union] Recognizing the pivotal role women play in peace-making and peace-building endeavours, the African Union Peace and Security Council (AU PSC) convened a landmark Ministerial High-Level Seminar themed: "Commemorating 20 Years of the PSC by Taking Stock of Women's
The story of one Nigerian family's kidnapping ordeal, as abductions for ransom spiral out of control in the West African country.
[Spotlight Initiative] New York -- The 68th annual Commission on the Status of Women (CSW68), the UN's largest annual gathering on gender equality and women's empowerment, is taking place this month under the priority theme 'Accelerating the achievement of gender equality and
[The Conversation Africa] Parents play a crucial role in supporting their children's learning. Their involvement lays the foundation for success both inside and outside the classroom. This makes a parent's consistent support and nurturing important at every stage of formal
Several rivals declare Bassirou Diomaye Faye the winner of the delayed poll as votes are still being counted.
What the world can learn from innovative designs in a future with scarce resources.
