Ghanaian nationals ask ICC to probe xenophobic violence in South Africa
JOHANNESBURG, July 22 (Reuters) – Two Ghanaian nationals have petitioned the International Criminal Court to open a preliminary…
Somalia peacekeeping mission at risk as US blocks UN support, sources say
The 12,000-strong AUSSOM mission would likely collapse without UN logistics, diplomatic sources sayUN backing covers food, fuel, medical…
Nigerian police fire tear gas, protester injured in Lagos floating slum protests
LAGOS, Jan 28 (Reuters) – Nigerian police fired tear gas to disperse residents protesting in Lagos on Wednesday…
Nigeria rescues 11 kidnap victims in late-night operation
ABUJA, Jan 27 (Reuters) – The Nigerian army said on Tuesday it had rescued 11 kidnapping victims during…
Al Shabaab kills local chief and teacher in northeast Kenya, police say
NAIROBI, Jan 26 (Reuters) – Somalia’s al Shabaab militants killed a local chief and a teacher in Hulugho,…
Tanzania expects to sign $42 billion mega LNG project before June, minister says
LONDON, Jan 26 (Reuters) – Tanzania expects to sign before June a deal for its stalled project to…
Uganda army chief denies allegation of assault on opposition leader’s wife
NAIROBI, Jan 26 (Reuters) – Ugandan military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba on Monday denied allegations by opposition leader Bobi…
UN believes hundreds were killed in Tanzania election protests
UN Human Rights Office believes hundreds killed in protestsGovernment does not immediately respondOpposition and activists have said security…
Kenya eyes US trade deal by end of year, seeks five-year extension to Africa pact
Kenya aims for US trade deal by end of 2025Kenya seeks US market access for apparel, textiles, agricultureProposal…
Museveni’s fiery son tightens grip on Uganda’s future​
Kainerugaba aspires to succeed his octogenarian fatherUsed military to secure Museveni’s election win, sources sayCritics in ruling party…
Lawsuit challenges Trump ending Ethiopians’ temporary legal status
Trump administration accused of unconstitutional animusBiden administration extended temporary protected status due to ongoing conflicts BOSTON, Jan 23…
Tanzanian police warn against sharing images following deadly election protests
Item 1 of 4 People stand outside electronic stores that were looted during protests, following a general election…