Sunday, November 1, 2026

Africa

July 23, 2026

Ghanaians petition ICC to probe xenophobic attacks in South Africa

The petitioners accused the South African government of not curtailing xenophobic attacks in which some African immigrants were killed.

Xenophobia Attacks
July 22, 2026

Chinese envoy, South Sudan governor pledge more cooperation in education

Chinese ambassador to South Sudan Ma Qiang and South Sudan’s Central Equatoria Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony met in Juba on Tuesday.

Ma Qiang
July 22, 2026

Addis Ababa becomes leading African tourism destination

Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, is rapidly establishing itself as one of Africa’s fastest-growing tourism destinations.

Ethiopian Airlines
July 21, 2026

144 refugees, migrants dead, missing off Mauritania coast: UNHCR

“The refugees and migrants were reported dead or missing after attempting the perilous sea journey from West Africa towards Europe,” the agency said.

Migrants' boat
July 21, 2026

Sierra Leone hands over ECOWAS chairmanship to Senegal

During the summit, Mr Bio inaugurated a regional conference centre and a logistics depot.

ECOWAS
July 21, 2026

ECOWAS approves appointment of new officials

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has approved new appointments to its strategic statutory positions and specialised institutions for 2026 to 2030.

July 20, 2026

Egypt reaffirms partnership with Nigeria on African solutions

Egypt has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with Nigeria to advance African-led solutions to the continent’s challenges and promote shared development objectives.

July 19, 2026

Tinubu urges ECOWAS to present united voice against Afro-phobic attacks in South Africa

Mr Tinubu condemned, in the strongest terms, the recent attacks on Nigerian citizens and other Africans in the Republic of South Africa.

ECOWAS
July 19, 2026

Alleged Tranfer Move: Shooting Stars declare footballer Ayodele Ismail AWOL, report Egypt-based agent to FIFA

The 3SC management warned prospective buyers that Ismail is still legally contracted to the club, noting any transfer negotiation must be with the Oluyole Warriors.

July 19, 2026

Information minister congratulates Ibietan on re-election as APRA scribe

Mr Idris described Mr Ibietan’s re-election as a well-deserved recognition of his professionalism.

Dr Omoniyi Ibietan.