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Africa

July 18, 2025

Burkina Faso military dictator scraps electoral body

Since he assumed office, Mr Traorè has failed to plan for the country’s return to democratic rule.

Burkina Faso's military ruler Ibrahim Traore
July 17, 2025

AGESI presents 40-year environmental blueprint as AMCEN-20 ministers, delegates meet

As Africa reflects on four decades of environmental action, AGESI reiterated that Africa must move beyond the legacy of external dependency and take charge of its future.

African environment ministers
July 16, 2025

UNICEF condemns attacks that claimed lives of 35 children in Sudan

UNICEF fears that with dozens more injured and many still missing, the number of child casualties could rise further.

Sudan's violence and children
July 16, 2025

 WHO commends Senegal for eliminating trachoma

Trachoma has been known in Senegal since the early 1900s.

World Health Organization
July 15, 2025

Buhari: Moroccan king commiserates with Tinubu

He described Mr Buhari as an “illustrious leader who worked untiringly to serve his country’s best interests and lead his people toward further progress and prosperity”.

King Mohammed VI (Credit: Blackpat)
July 14, 2025

Ramaphosa suspends South African police minister for blocking criminal investigations

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended police minister Senzo Mchunu, accused of shielding criminals from investigations.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Senzo Mchunu
July 14, 2025

92-year-old President Biya seeks eighth term to extend 43-year reign in Cameroon

As the leader of his party, Cameroon People’s Democratic Movement, Mr Biya is the party’s candidate for the next election.

Paul Biya
July 14, 2025

ECOWAS, Türkiye mourn Buhari, extol contributions to regional integration

The Economic Community of West African States has mourned Nigeria’s former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday in London.

President Muhammadu Buhari
July 13, 2025

Africans will develop Africa, Dangote tells 24 global CEOs

Mr Dangote highlighted Africa’s wealth in both human and natural resources.

Aliko Dangote
July 11, 2025