Africa
DR Congo, M23 rebels agree to cease-fire until peace talks in Qatar concluded
The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwandan-backed M23 rebels have agreed to halt fighting in the east of the...
Ghana’s President Mahama suspends Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo
Ghana's President, John Mahama has suspended the country’s Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, pending an investigation into allegations made against...
Lion Kill 14 Year Old Girl Near Nairobi National Park
A 14-year-old girl has been killed by a lion on the outskirts of Nairobi, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) said.
IMF approves $129 million loan for Mali
The International Monetary Fund's (IMF) Executive Board has approved a US$129 million (SDR 93.3 million) allocation to Mali under...
Ghana bans foreigners from local gold trading
Ghana has officially barred all foreign nationals from participating in its local gold trading market from April 30, 2025....
Africa’s Asset Recovery Forum seeks action against stolen assets
The African Asset Recovery Practitioners Forum, AARP, has charged African countries to join hands in forging a road map...
Namibia aims to expand indigenous ownership in the mining sector
Namibia is implementing measures to strengthen local ownership in the mining industry and expand capacity in the oil, gas,...
South Africa Re-Opens Inquest Into Nobel Laureate, Luthuli’s, Death
A South African court has begun a fresh inquest into the death of one of the most renowned campaigners against...
Gabon to hold first presidential election since 2023 coup
Gabon's first presidential election since a coup two years ago will take place on Saturday, signaling the end of...
Zambia begins construction of power transmission line to Tanzania
Zambia has begun building on a power transmission line that will connect Tanzania and the eastern African power pool....
