Friday, October 2, 2026

Africa

May 12, 2024

Ghana seeks to become first blockchain-powered government in Africa

“Corruption is costing us a huge amount of money and depriving us of the lives we deserve,” said Mr Bawumia.

May 12, 2024

Kenyan President Ruto announces plan to create one million jobs

The objective, the President announced, is for these measures to help the government unlock opportunities in the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services sector

President William Ruto
May 11, 2024

Tinubu receives letters of credence, says Nigeria will continue to play roles in stabilising Africa

Mr Tinubu said Nigeria would continue to play its role as the stabiliser in Africa to ensure lasting peace and progress.

President Bola Tinubu sleeping at AU session (Credit: Michele Spatari/AFP)
May 10, 2024

Zimbabwe to fine businesses not using official new exchange rate

This is Zimbabwe’s fourth attempt at having a local currency within a decade.

May 10, 2024

Chad’s military leader Mahamat Deby wins election to continue family’s 34-year rule

“To all Chadians who voted for change, who voted for me, I say: mobilise. Do it calmly, with a spirit of peace,” Mr Masra said in a broadcast.

Mahamat Deby (Credit: France24)
May 10, 2024

Kenya calls for sustainable peace in South Sudan as talks begin

Mr Ruto said Kenya was ready to help end the cycle of conflict and instability in Sudan.

RUTO WITH SUDANESE LEADERS
May 10, 2024

ECOFEST: Abidjan hosts first edition of West African arts, culture festival

The official launching of the festival will take place on May 11 from 3:00 p.m. at the Palais de la Culture Bernard BINLIN-DADIE in Abidjan.

West African Festival of Arts and Culture (ECOFEST)
May 10, 2024

15,000 Kenyan kids won’t return to class as flood submerges, destroys 62 schools

Children’s psychosocial wellbeing has also been acutely affected by the loss of family, friends, play areas and familiar environments

SUBMERGED BUILDING IN KENYA
May 10, 2024

Floods, landslides affect nearly one million people in East Africa: UNICEF

UNICEF is working with governments and partners to engage with affected communities to identify the most urgent needs and ensure the safety of children.

FLOODED KENYA
May 10, 2024

Zambia calls for action to reduce maternal, neonatal deaths

Maternal deaths in Zambia stand at 278 per 100,000 live births.

NEWBORN BABIES