JOHANNESBURG, July 1 – South Africa has formally requested more time to negotiate a trade agreement aimed at protecting its key export sectors from impending U.S. tariffs. The 90-day pause—granted after Washington’s decision to impose a 31% tariff back in April—is set to expire on July 9, leaving Pretoria in a race against time to … Read more
NAIROBI, June 9 – A key African Union-affiliated institution has strongly criticized the recent downgrade of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) by Fitch Ratings, calling the move unjustified and based on a fundamental misinterpretation of sovereign loan exposures. The African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM), a continental oversight body mandated with establishing Africa‘s own credit ratings … Read more
KAMPALA, UGANDA – Malaria remains the deadliest disease in Africa, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives each year, particularly among children and pregnant women. The disease, transmitted by infected mosquitoes, poses a severe public health threat, with millions of cases reported annually. However, recent funding cuts by the U.S. government have raised concerns about a … Read more
NAIROBI, Feb 15 – Tensions between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) escalated on Saturday after Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, issued a stark warning regarding the town of Bunia. In a post on social media, Kainerugaba declared that unless “all forces” in Bunia surrendered their arms within 24 hours, … Read more
WINDHOEK, Feb 9 – Namibia is in mourning following the passing of Sam Nujoma, the nation’s first democratically elected president and a pivotal figure in the country’s struggle for independence. Nujoma, who led Namibia to freedom from apartheid South Africa, passed away at the age of 95 on Saturday after being hospitalized for medical treatment … Read more
ADDIS ABABA, Dec 30 – In a devastating incident, a road accident in Ethiopia’s Sidama region resulted in the loss of at least 71 lives. The tragic event occurred when a truck carrying numerous passengers veered off the road and plunged into a river in the Bona district. Local authorities and regional officials have confirmed … Read more
Cairo, Nov 25 – A devastating maritime accident off Egypt’s Red Sea coast has left 16 people missing, including 12 foreign nationals. The incident occurred early Monday morning when The Sea Story, a tourist vessel carrying 44 individuals, capsized during a multi-day diving expedition near Marsa Alam. The Red Sea Governorate provided updated details, revealing … Read more
Egypt has officially been declared malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO), marking the end of a long-standing battle against a disease that has plagued the nation for millennia. This significant achievement is celebrated as a major milestone in global public health efforts and demonstrates how sustained commitment can drive transformative change. A Century-Long Battle … Read more
NAIROBI, Oct 16 – The Kenyan High Court has ruled that the impeachment proceedings against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua are constitutional, paving the way for the Senate to conduct hearings and vote on his possible dismissal later this week. The ruling, delivered on Wednesday, clears a major hurdle in the political standoff surrounding the deputy … Read more
Mozambique is preparing for its highly anticipated presidential and legislative elections on October 9, 2024. The ruling Frelimo party, in power for nearly five decades, is widely expected to retain its dominance, with candidate Daniel Chapo emerging as the favorite to succeed outgoing President Filipe Nyusi. As the country approaches the polls, several critical issues … Read more