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09/07/2024

Egypt's cabinet said on Tuesday it has approved five crude oil and gas project agreements with foreign and national energy companies with expected investments of around 200 million U.S. dollars.

09/07/2024

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell has pledged stronger ties between the EU and Djibouti, hinged on development and security.

09/07/2024

FIFA announced on Monday that it had banned 12 Tunisian clubs from recruiting players for three transfer periods starting July 3. Local media reports indicate this is in connection to monies owed to Libyan player Hamdou El Houni amounting to 400,000 U.S. dollars by Espérance Sportive de Tunis.

09/07/2024

Nigeria plans to suspend taxes on certain food imports including wheat and maize for roughly five months and plans to recommend a retail price as part of efforts to bring down the cost of food.

09/07/2024

Zambia has experienced a rise in COVID-19 cases following the recent cold season in the country, health authorities said on Monday.

09/07/2024

Tunisia's Independent High Authority for Elections (ISIE) spokesperson Mohamed Tlili Mansri announced on Monday the start of the race for endorsements of presidential candidates, Tunis Afrique Presse (TAP) reported.

08/07/2024

DR Congo military court sentences 22 soldiers to death for 'fleeing the enemy', AFP reported citing the lawyer.

08/07/2024

Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Monday arrived in Eritrea’s capital Asmara for a working visit to discuss enhancing bilateral ties with President Isaias Afwerki.

08/07/2024

Ghana’s debt revamp deal with Eurobond holders has won the approval of the official creditor committee, Bloomberg reported.

08/07/2024

Nigeria’s National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), activated all of its offices in the country over the weekend in preparations for an intense rainy season and flood risk management.

08/07/2024

President Umaro Sissoco Embaló of the Republic of Guinea-Bissau will pay a state visit to China from July 9 to 13, China's Foreign Ministry said Monday.

08/07/2024

U.S. troops completed a withdrawal of personnel from one of its two bases on Sunday. Sunday's withdrawal took place at a base near, Niamey. The U.S. is expected to complete a withdrawal from a drone base in the Nigerien desert in the coming weeks.

07/07/2024

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu was on Sunday unanimously re-elected as ECOWAS chair for a one-year term.

07/07/2024

Hundreds of Kenyans gathered Sunday in the capital Nairobi for a memorial concert following deadly protests over tax hikes that saw the country's President Ruto scrap a controversial finance bill.

07/07/2024

Algeria's world silver medallist Djamel Sedjati edged in-form Kenyan teenager Emmanuel Wanyonyi to win a thrilling men's 800m race during Sunday's Diamond League meet in Paris.

07/07/2024

Kenya's Faith Kipyegon sets new women's 1500m world record at 3:49.04.

07/07/2024

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) said on Sunday the region risked disintegration and worsening insecurity after Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger made clear their intentions to leave the bloc by signing a confederation treaty.

07/07/2024

The El Niño drought slashed Botswana's GDP by 38 percent and crop yields by 39 percent in recent seasons, with cereal production meeting only 23 percent of national needs, according to the Botswana Climate Change Network (BCCN).

07/07/2024

Uganda's Minister of Energy and Mineral Development Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu on Sunday said the direct importation of refined petroleum products by the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) through Kenya’s Mombasa Port will lead to reduced pump prices.

07/07/2024

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) on Sunday said that the national grid was fully restored after a “partial disturbance” caused a nationwide blackout on Saturday.

07/07/2024

South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa and newly-elected British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Sunday expressed their shared commitment to deepening relations between the two countries in several areas of cooperation, including the just energy transition.

07/07/2024

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) said an inquest has been opened by the South African Police Service (SAPS) following the deaths of four of its members in the country's North West province, local media reported on Sunday.

07/07/2024

Cash and mineral reserves backing Zimbabwe’s new currency have risen to approximately 370 million U.S. dollars from 285 million U.S. dollars over the past three months, the state-run Sunday Mail reported, citing central bank governor John Mushayavanhu. (📸:AP)

07/07/2024

South Africa’s energy ministry aims to secure funding soon for a 2,500-megawatt nuclear power plant to boost electricity supplies, the local media Sunday Times reported. Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa said the project is in advanced stages, with a team finalizing the procurement structure.

07/07/2024

Severe thunderstorms with gale-force winds are expected to hit Cape Town and surrounding areas on Sunday. South African authorities have raised the weather warning for interior winds to level eight, anticipating floods and infrastructure damage.

07/07/2024

A government-led committee reports that 4.2 million Malawians may face acute food insecurity from June to September. El Niño-induced droughts and floods in most districts caused a 17 percent drop in agricultural output in the landlocked country.

07/07/2024

Senegal's Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, on Saturday urged youth to avoid the dangerous Atlantic migration route to Europe, following a boat disaster off Mauritania that killed nearly 90 migrants.

07/07/2024

Egypt will host Israeli and U.S. delegations to discuss "outstanding issues" in a possible Gaza ceasefire agreement, state-affiliated Al Qahera News TV said on Saturday.

06/07/2024

Tunisia's Ons Jabeur suffered a shock Wimbledon third round exit as the two-time runner-up was beaten 6-1, 7-6 by Ukrainian 21st seed Elina Svitolina on Saturday.

06/07/2024

Handre Pollard kicked 10 points as world champions South Africa defeated Ireland 27-20 at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria. South Africa's win gave them a 1-0 lead in the two Test series.

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South African beekeeper Lulu Letlape is using her beekeeping business to educate communities and promote bee conservation amid global pollinator decline. She also empowers women in her community through a training programme so that they can start their own businesses.

Mauritania opposition leaders call for continued demonstrations after death of 3 protesters

The protesters were among the many people arrested during post-election unrest in Mauritania. The unrest was sparked by an announcement by the country's electoral body that President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani had won a second term.

Somalia and Ethiopia sign agreement to resolve issues over Somaliland port deal

The declaration expressed mutual willingness to resolve their issues over a port deal that Addis Ababa signed with the breakaway region of Somaliland, in exchange for recognition of its independence.

Kenya's athletics legends speak on their hopes for current athletes at Paris Olympics

This year’s Olympic Games in Paris offer Kenya an opportunity to further cement its status as a global athletics powerhouse. While there are great expectations for Kenya’s elite performers among their fans, the country’s legendary athletes have also set a high bar for the Paris Olympics hopefuls. #Paris2024 #Olympics #kenya

Uganda steps up fight against match-fixing after FIFA sanctions

Stakeholders want more stringent checks implemented to eliminate cases of match-fixing in Ugandan football. Earlier this month, FIFA extended worldwide sanctions on 13 Ugandan players and referees for five and ten years, respectively, after they were found guilty of the offense.

EU to end military mission in Niger

The EU mission, which comprises dozens of soldiers, is due to be finalized at the end of June. However, concerns are mounting on whether Niger can deal with the huge security vacuum as a result of the drawdown.

Kenyan police begin operations patrolling streets of Haiti’s capital

The first contingent of more than 400 Kenyan police officers arrived in Haiti on Tuesday as part of a UN-approved peacekeeping mission in the Caribbean country that has been ravaged by violence in recent months. Residents in Haiti are hopeful that this long-delayed mission will bring a turnaround to the current situation.

Nigeria’s tomato industry in disarray over attack by Tuta absoluta moth pest

The attacks by the Tuta absoluta moth pest have resulted in a tomato shortage in Nigeria, hitting markets very hard. Traders are also straining to maintain their regular output, while consumers are struggling to find alternatives.

World's largest land mammal migration in South Sudan

World's largest land mammal migration in South Sudan The first comprehensive aerial survey of wildlife in South Sudan recorded an estimated six million antelope, and other animals traveling across the country. #southsudan #ethiopia #migration #wildlife

Kenya's high court allows military deployment to help curb anti-tax protests

Kenya’s High Court Thursday allowed the deployment of the military to assist police restore calm in the country following protests against proposed tax hikes. In its ruling, the court also gave the government two days to outline the scope, duration and areas of intervention.

Gen Z-led activism evolves into powerful movement in Kenya

Led largely by young Kenyans, the demonstrations that started last week in Nairobi spread nationwide. Political analysts believe the protests could be the first step "Generation Z" takes in becoming a power broker in the country's politics.

Health officials in the DR Congo approved the vaccines to try and prevent the disease from spreading further. A new strain that is more contagious and severe has been spreading in the east of the country.

Ghana urged to invest in natural resources to curb power cuts

Analysts believe the power outages are largely due to Ghana’s inability to pay debts owed to independent producers who supply the bulk of Ghana's electricity. They say it's time for the government to make better use of its natural power-generating resources.

Kenya’s president declines to sign Finance Bill 2024

President William Ruto's decision on Wednesday came one day after Tuesday's violent protests against the measure. Ruto says he's interested in discussions with Kenya's youth, who drove most of the protests, on austerity measures and other economic issues.

South Africa's agricultural sector hopeful for a bounce back

South Africa's agricultural sector hopeful for a bounce back The industry overcame a scorching El Nino, foot and mouth disease, the worst bird flu outbreak, and poor logistics to make a positive contribution to the gross domestic product in the first quarter of this year.

Post-pandemic slump hits South Africa rental market

South Africa's rental growth suffered a significant drop in the first quarter of 2024 due to high interest rates. Rental rates recorded a significant quarterly drop from 4.6 percent in the last quarter of 2023 to 3.8 percent after slowing for three consecutive months.

Somalia commits to strengthening regional cooperation

Eight months after joining the East African economic block, Somalia is calling for more focus on regional integration. Speaking during the EAC regional forum in Mogadishu, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud says there is a need to strengthen economic and trade-based cooperation.

Houthis increase military attacks on U.S. ships in Red Sea

The Houthis have launched multiple strikes using ballistic missiles and drones over the past month. The two latest attacks came in last week and the U.S. military has now ordered its vessels to return home after eight months in the waters.

Inflation and recession forcing beef off many Argentine plates

Argentine beef consumption has dropped by nearly 16 percent this year due to triple-figure inflation and government austerity measures, marking an astounding fall for a country synonymous with steakhouses.

UN Acting Special Representative for Somalia James Swan, discussed the country's challenges, including the ongoing territorial dispute with Ethiopia over a controversial deal with Somaliland. He also stressed the need for a solution and the constant security threat posed by the Islamist militant group al-Shabaab, which the Somali government is working to eliminate.