At least 60 people have been killed after a gold mine collapsed in Sudan’s West Kordofan province, with rescue efforts continuing as residents search for survivors and those trapped underground. Medical workers
The Trump administration is quietly discussing the potential recognition of Somaliland, a self-declared independent region in northern Somalia, in exchange for strategic cooperation. A US official involved in the talks revealed that
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Somalia and Somaliland have denied holding any discussions with the United States or Israel regarding the resettlement of Palestinians from Gaza, with Somalia firmly rejecting any such proposal. Somalia’s Foreign Minister Ahmed
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China is once again making waves in Africa with a billion-dollar bid to rehabilitate the historic Tazara railway, a vital transport link between Zambia and Tanzania. The railway, originally built by China
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The Serengeti ecosystem is regarded as one of our planet’s greatest natural treasures, where one can witness“the largest remaining unaltered animal migration in the world,” according to UNESCO. Kenya’s share of the Serengeti plains
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Ghana’s newly elected President, John Mahama, is calling for a reassessment of the country’s three-year, $3bn agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), a deal forged by the previous administration. Mahama, who
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A South African court has ruled that the fear of a “white genocide” in the country is a baseless and “clearly imagined” threat, invalidating a bequest from the will of Grantland Michael
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Souleymane Cissé, the revered Malian filmmaker who earned the title of “father of African cinema,” has passed away at the age of 84. His daughter, Mariam Cissé, confirmed his death on Wednesday,
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As the global semiconductor race intensifies, Africa’s vast rare earth reserves are emerging as a key battleground between the US and China. These 17 critical minerals power everything from electronics to military
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Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have seized the eastern Congolese city of Bukavu, marking a significant escalation in their campaign through the mineral-rich region. On Sunday, M23 fighters entered the city, where they found
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Investors in Ethiopia’s defaulted $1 billion dollar bond have publicly criticized the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for exaggerating the country’s need for debt relief. A committee representing these bondholders contends that the
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Russia and Sudan have officially finalized their agreement to establish a Russian naval base in Sudan, marking a key moment in strengthening their bilateral ties. The deal, confirmed after extensive talks, signals
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by Our Diplomatic Affairs Editor The passing of Sam Nujoma, the revered father of Namibia’s independence, at the age of 95 marks the close of a chapter not just for his country
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Female genital mutilation or cutting (FGM/C) remains a deeply ingrained cultural practice affecting an estimated 200 million women and girls worldwide, especially in at least 25 African countries, parts of the Middle
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A laboratory in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), recently flagged for potential virus leakage risks by the Red Cross, is being financially supported by the United States and France, according to
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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is home to vast natural resources, with rich deposits of diamonds, gold, and an array of crucial minerals. Among these, the lesser-known but highly valuable minerals—coltan,
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