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Guinea announces results of presidential election
The Supreme Court has certified the December 28 presidential vote, which was won by General Mamady Doumbouya
Jan 5, 2026 14:48
African nation moves capital inland
The relocation aims to boost security and improve access to the capital, according to the Equatorial Guinean government
Jan 5, 2026 12:53
African Union expresses ‘grave concern’ over situation in Venezuela
The Union has called for “inclusive political dialogue” among the citizens of Latin American countries
Jan 5, 2026 10:44
Somaliland denies hosting Israeli bases and resettling Palestinians
Somalia’s president has claimed the breakaway region agreed to such arrangements in exchange for recognition by West Jerusalem
Jan 2, 2026 13:55
Self-styled ‘prophet’ arrested in Ghana over doomsday flood scare
Ebo Noah predicted a Christmas Day apocalypse and urged donations to build modern-day arks for survival
Jan 2, 2026 13:52
The bill is due: Africa demands colonial justice now Opinion
Algiers Declaration demands the codification of colonialism as a crime against humanity in international law
Jan 2, 2026 12:27
War-torn Sudan sees gold mining boom
Output exceeded annual targets, according to the Sudanese Mineral Resources Company
Dec 31, 2025 08:40
South Africa brands Israel’s Somaliland move ‘cynical’
West Jerusalem’s recognition of the breakaway region undermines the prospects for peace, Pretoria’s envoy to the UN has said
Dec 30, 2025 14:24
Boxing star survives deadly Nigeria crash (VIDEO/PHOTOS)
A car Anthony Joshua was traveling in collided with a parked truck while speeding beyond the limit on a major expressway near Lagos, officials have said
Dec 30, 2025 13:03
Expert comments on Israel’s recognition of Somaliland Exclusive
The decision fits broader Washington and Jerusalem plans to counter the Houthis, Andrey Maslov has said
Dec 30, 2025 11:41
Ruling party clinches majority in Ivory Coast parliament
President Alassane Ouattara’s Rally of Houphouetists for Democracy and Peace won 197 of the 255 National Assembly seats, official results show
Dec 30, 2025 09:17
South African party criticizes Israel’s West Bank move
West Jerusalem’s expansionist actions are an effort to prevent the creation of an independent Palestinian state, SACP has said
Dec 29, 2025 14:17
Two African countries vote on new leaders
Elections took place in the Central African Republic and Guinea on Sunday, with results expected later this week
Dec 29, 2025 13:38
UK imposes visa curbs on African nation
DR Congo has failed to co-operate on repatriating undocumented migrants and foreign criminals, London has said
Dec 29, 2025 10:27
Israel faces backlash over recognition of African territory
West Jerusalem’s move endorsing the independence of Somaliland, which “remains an integral part” of Somalia, threatens regional peace, the continent’s authorities have warned
Dec 29, 2025 09:25
Israel becomes first country to recognize Somaliland
Somalia has slammed West Jerusalem’s move as “deliberate attack” on its sovereignty
Dec 27, 2025 17:38
Nigeria comments on US airstrikes
According to officials in Abuja, the military operation in Sokoto state was conducted in line with international law
Dec 26, 2025 14:13
African state indefinitely bars entry to US nationals – media
The measure by Niger’s government is grounded in the principle of reciprocity, an official has said
Dec 26, 2025 09:56
Trump touts Christmas strikes on ‘ISIS scum’ (VIDEO)
The US president earlier warned he would go “guns-a-blazing” in Nigeria unless the persecution of Christians is stopped
Dec 26, 2025 02:47
Africa’s bold choices: Examining the strength of Russia ties in 2025 FEATURE
As African agency grows, the continent is playing an increasingly important role in global processes
Dec 25, 2025 12:38
Five killed in helicopter crash on Africa’s highest mountain (VIDEO)
An investigation has been launched to determine the probable cause of the tragedy at Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzanian officials have said
Dec 25, 2025 12:21
Somali capital holds first direct elections in 50 years
The municipal vote in Mogadishu is being seen as a big step toward the country’s first nationwide direct elections since 1969
Dec 25, 2025 10:19
Algerian parliament declares French colonial rule a crime
Lawmakers in the African state have unanimously approved legislation demanding an apology and reparations from France for historical abuses
Dec 25, 2025 09:32
Blast hits mosque in Nigeria during prayers (VIDEO)
At least seven people have reportedly been killed in the explosion in the city of Maiduguri
Dec 24, 2025 19:00

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