It is time for a new Africa beyond borders and boundaries | African Union

It is time for a new Africa beyond borders and boundaries | African Union

African leaders will be convening in Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa, for the 37th summit of the African Union on Saturday. During the two-day gathering, the Heads of State and Government of the African Union will discuss issues of peace, development and integration against the backdrop of resurgent coups, global food…

Two South African soldiers killed in DR Congo amid uptick in violence | Armed Groups News

Two South African soldiers killed in DR Congo amid uptick in violence | Armed Groups News

The soldiers are part of a Southern African contingent deployed to fight the many armed groups roaming eastern DR Congo. South Africa said on Thursday that two of its soldiers had been killed by mortar fire in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the first fatalities since it deployed troops…

In Kenya, women hold ‘Dark Valentine’ vigils to press for end to femicides | Women

In Kenya, women hold ‘Dark Valentine’ vigils to press for end to femicides | Women

Nairobi, Kenya – As people around the world mark Valentine’s Day with flowers and chocolate, Kenyan women are mourning. Hundreds of them donned black outfits and held lit candles and red roses at a vigil in honour of more than 30 women who have been murdered in the country in…

South Africa urges ICJ to consider action on Israel’s planned Rafah assault | Israel War on Gaza News

South Africa urges ICJ to consider action on Israel’s planned Rafah assault | Israel War on Gaza News

World Court asked to order additional emergency measures ahead of an assault on Gaza city crammed with displaced people. South Africa says it has asked the World Court to consider whether Israel’s plan to extend its offensive in the Gaza Strip into the densely populated southern city of Rafah requires…

Ethiopian forces killed ‘at least 45 citizens’ in Amhara, rights body says | Armed Groups News

Ethiopian forces killed ‘at least 45 citizens’ in Amhara, rights body says | Armed Groups News

The Amhara violence is Ethiopia’s most serious crisis since a 2022 peace agreement ended war in neighbouring Tigray. Ethiopia’s federal security forces killed at least 45 civilians in a massacre in Amhara state in late January, the independent state-affiliated Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) said on Tuesday. A statement said…

‘Structureless party’: How Chamisa led Zimbabwe’s main opposition astray | Politics

‘Structureless party’: How Chamisa led Zimbabwe’s main opposition astray | Politics

Harare, Zimbabwe – On January 25, exactly two years and three days after Zimbabwe’s main opposition party the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) was launched, its leader Nelson Chamisa quit, leaving the party in turmoil. In a 13-page statement, the 46-year-old lawyer and clergyman listed a litany of reasons why…

Did Ivory Coast’s 2023 AFCON defeat of Nigeria cap ‘a story for the ages’ | Sports News

Did Ivory Coast’s 2023 AFCON defeat of Nigeria cap ‘a story for the ages’ | Sports News

As Ivory Coast came from a goal down to beat Nigeria and complete the most remarkable of sporting redemptions, it also encapsulated not only their own journey but that of a tournament, a continent and a man. The 2-1 victory in the final for the Elephants was a huge achievement…

Ivory Coast people ‘deserve’ dramatic 2023 AFCON title win against Nigeria | Football News

Ivory Coast people ‘deserve’ dramatic 2023 AFCON title win against Nigeria | Football News

The Elephants of Ivory Coast came from behind to complete a dramatic recovery and redemption on home soil at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations as they claimed a third continental title by beating Nigeria 2-1 in Abidjan on Sunday. The Super Eagles had taken a first-half lead, against the…

Al-Shabab claims attack on UAE military in Somalia | Al-Shabab News

Al-Shabab claims attack on UAE military in Somalia | Al-Shabab News

The group claimed the attack as it considers the UAE an ‘enemy’ for backing the Somali government. Three Emirati troops and a Bahraini military officer have been killed in an attack in Somalia. Al-Qaeda-linked armed group Al-Shabab has claimed responsibility for the attack on a training mission at a military…

Nigeria vs Ivory Coast: CAF AFCON 2023 final preview | Africa Cup of Nations News

Nigeria vs Ivory Coast: CAF AFCON 2023 final preview | Africa Cup of Nations News

Who: Nigeria vs Ivory CoastWhat: CAF AFCON 2023 finalWhen: Sunday, February 11, 2024, 20:00 GMTWhere: Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan, Ivory Coast Nigeria coach Jose Peseiro has sought to play down his side’s tag as favourites for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations crown while talking up his misfiring African footballer…