Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Africa

December 23, 2022

Remains of two fallen Nigerian peacekeepers in Mali to be returned home: UN

The remains of the fallen peacekeepers would be received by the Nigerian government after their memorial ceremony, the UN said.

UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric
December 22, 2022

Pan-African conference seeks 15-year ban of killing of donkeys

The declaration expresses deep concern about the unsustainable use and exploitation of the donkey as species.

DONKEYS
December 22, 2022

Gambian govt foils attempted coup, ECOWAS Commission reacts

ECOWAS described the coup attempt as shocking, stating that it was solidly behind the democratically-elected government of the Gambia.

Gambia Armed Forces (GAF)
December 21, 2022

President Museveni urges Ugandans to stem spread of HIV/AIDS

Mr Museveni, in a national address, said the number of deaths was still worrying.

President Museveni/HIV/AIDS patients
December 21, 2022

$15 Billion Debt: Zambia gets World Bank’s $100 million grant

Zambia became the first African country to default in the COVID-19 era in 2020, but the restructuring of its external debts of almost $15 billion has been greatly delayed.

World Bank/Zambia president Hichilema
December 20, 2022

Tobi Amusan named 2022 Africa Female Athlete

The track queen had earlier set a new world record of 12.12 secs to win the 100m hurdles at World Athletics Championships in the U.S.

Tobi Amusan
December 20, 2022

Nigeria, Benin Republic bid to co-host 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

The three-time Africa champions have lost AFCON hosting bids four times in 2010, 2012, 2013, and 2019.

AFCON
December 19, 2022

Ghana suspends servicing part of its foreign debt

Ghana, formerly regarded as an investor favourite, has recently battled with its debt load.

Nana Akufo-Addo
December 19, 2022

President Bazoum honours four Nigerian govs with Niger Republic’s national award

The governors were awarded in recognition of their contributions to the promotion of bilateral ties between Niger Republic and Nigeria.

Nigerien president Mohamed Bazoum honours Governor Buni, three others.
December 17, 2022

Vice President Harris Announces New Investment in Young African Leaders Initiative

YALI has demonstrated how providing skill sets to individuals can change lives and address challenges in communities and countries across the African continent.

YALI and Vice President Kamala Harris