African Union returning to war-torn nation’s capital
The African Union (AU) is set to resume operations in Sudan’s capital Khartoum, as a delegation arrives to assess conditions on the ground, a...
Thousands flood Lagos’ vibrant Fanti Carnival to celebrate Afro-Brazilian heritage
LAGOS, Nigeria—Thousands of revelers flooded Nigeria’s Lagos for the annual Lagos Fanti Carnival, celebrating the Afro-Brazilian heritage of the “Aguda” or the formerly enslaved...
Ibrahim Traoré: We do not want a democracy that kills
by Nicholas Mwangi The recent interview by Ibrahim Traoré, president of Burkina Faso, has caused widespread debate after going viral across global media platforms. Headlines, particularly from...
Cameroon says Russia has confirmed 16 Cameroonian soldiers died in Ukraine
YAOUNDE, Cameroon—Cameroon said on April 6, that Russia has confirmed the deaths of 16 soldiers in Ukraine, according to a memo addressed to the...
Africa must stand up to imperial powers, resulting from fallout of Middle East war
The illegal and unprovoked war against Iran, initiated by the U.S. and Israel, is escalating into a dangerous new phase, spreading across the Middle...
A man who understood the power of relationships
Many heartfelt condolences, including my own, have come in from around the world paying tribute to the Nation of Islam and the Honorable Minister...
Major African carrier to open new hubs
Ethiopian Airlines plans to open four new domestic airports in the next two months as part of efforts to improve connectivity across the country,...
African countries must work together to navigate shockwaves from U.S., Israel war on Iran
The U.S. and Israel launched an unprecedented, unprovoked joint military operation against Iran on February 28 during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Several media...
Ex-Belgian diplomat faces trial over Lumumba assassination
A Belgian court has ordered former diplomat Etienne Davignon to stand trial over his alleged role in the assassination of Patrice Lumumba, the Democratic...
African lawyers urge global backing for UN resolution on slave trade
A group of African lawyers has urged nations worldwide to support a proposed resolution led by Ghana for the UN General Assembly (UNGA) to...