South Africa: Former President Zuma floats new party, backs out of ruling ANC
Former South African president Jacob Zuma says he is creating a new political party as he ruled out his support...
Africa
UN agency for migration says more than 60 people including Nigerians feared drowned off Libya
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), says more than 60 migrants are suspected to have drowned in a shipwreck off...
Niger junta gives fresh update on transition after meeting ECOWAS delegation
According to Togo's Foreign Minister, Robert Dussey, Niger's military chiefs have agreed on a plan to restore democratic governance...
Kenya inks 2,500 jobs for citizens in Saudi Arabia – President Ruto
President William Ruto says Kenya has secured an agreement to send medical workers to Saudi Arabia as part of efforts...
Nigeria calls for strengthened ties with U.S. to aid fight against terrorism
Nigeria has called for the strengthening of bilateral relations with the United States in the fight against terrorism and other...
Jumia to end food delivery operations in all markets after December
Jumia, a pan-African e-commerce company, has stated that it will discontinue its food delivery service by the end of the...
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia expresses joy over historic $4.5 billion debt relief
In a joyous appearance, Mr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, President of Somalia, conveyed heartfelt congratulations to the Somali people on the...
Release Bazoum and get your sanctions lifted, ECOWAS Speaker tells Niger junta
The Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, Mr Sidie Tunis, has said the sanctions on the Niger Republic will be lifted...
United States pledges commitment to restart already suspended ties with Niger
An American official said Wednesday that the US intends to restart security and development cooperation with Niger as long as...
Counting of votes commences in Egypt as President Sisi leads race for another term
Vote counting began in Egypt on Tuesday evening after polls closed at 7 p.m. GMT. The National Elections Authority, which...
