Thousands of civilians have been displaced in Kadugli and El-Fasher in southern Sudan due to renewed clashes between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), the International Organization for Migration (IOM) said Tuesday. In a statement, the IOM said 3,070 people...

Abuja, Nigeria, August 12, 2025?The Committee to Protect Journalists calls for Ghanian authorities to swiftly and comprehensively conclude investigations into the July 30 attack on journalist Carlos Lorlornyo Atsu Calony and threats made against camera operator Jonas Zodzi Voergborlo. On July 30, at least seven military officers, some of whom were wearing...

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At least 63 people, mostly women and children, died of malnutrition in one week in Sudan#8217;s besieged city...

Joy Falatiya says she fell apart after her husband kicked her and five children out of...

Egypt and C?te d'Ivoire on Monday explored ways to elevate relations to a comprehensive partnership, in line with the directives of their political leaderships. ......

Nigerian forces killed more than 100 members of a criminal...

The National Basketball Association (NBA) (www.Africa.NBA.com) and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) today announced that the 21st Basketball Without Borders (BWB) Africa camp will be held at Petit Stade in Kigali, Rwanda, from Saturday, August 23 ndash; Tuesday, August 26, marking the first time that the NBA and FIBArsquo;s global basketball development and community outreach program will be held in East Africa after previous editions in Angola, Egypt, Senegal and South Africa. BWB Africa 2025 will bring together 60 of the top male and female players ages 18 and under from across Africa to learn directly from current and former NBA, WNBA and FIBA players, legends and coaches...

Following its widely acclaimed digital coverage of the 2024 Womenrsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) and the 2025 FIBA Womenrsquo;s AfroBasket, Nigeriarsquo;s fast-rising sports media platform Bold Sports (www.BoldSportsng.com) is now seeking strategic partners to support its on-ground reporting at four major international sporting competitions between late 2025 and 2026. These include: 2025 AFCON ndash; Morocco (December 21, 2025 ndash; January 18, 2026) 2026 FIFA World Cup ndash; USA, Mexico Canada (June 11 ndash; July 19, 2026) 2026 Commonwealth Games ndash; Glasgow, Scotland (23 July to 2 August 2026) 2026 FIBA Womenrsquo;s Basketball World Cup ndash; Berlin, Germany...

Egypt?s Industry and Transport Minister Kamel El-Wazir announced Monday his plans for leading a delegation to Côte d?Ivoire to strengthen strategic cooperation in infrastructure and industrial sectors. ......

The Horn of Africa saw one of the worst droughts in recent history from 2020 to 2023, worsened by La Niña, with failed rains leaving Ethiopia, Kenya, and Somalia in deep crisis. Families went hungry, livestock died, crops failed, and what was left was washed away by flash floods in 2023?2024 as the skies cleared. Climate change is hitting very hard where resources are scarce. The Global South is already experiencing the future that many people fear, from heatwaves in Africa#8217;s Sahel to rising sea levels in SIDS. However, pledges made by countries are not fulfilled when it comes to funding, resilience, and adaptation. The injustice of climate change is clearly visible in the Global...

South Sudan's chief justice, Chan Reec Madut, was sacked in late...

The Nigerian Air Force on Monday said it launched Operation Fasan Yamma, killing over 400 terrorists in the Zamfara state during a coordinated air and...

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By Joseph Omode, editor in chief of Alexa News Nigeria (www.Alexa.ng) and the Chief Executive Officer of Alexa Media Services. Nigeria is making remarkable progress in leveraging agricultural biotechnology. With robust regulatory structures, real-world biotech crop adoption, and growing public engagement, the country is setting the pace for innovation in Africa. Sustainability and confidence will grow as awareness spreads and more biotech solutions reach Nigerian farms. If Nigeria can increase and boosts Research Development (RD) investment, streamlines regulations, builds public trust, equips farmers, and engages the private sector, it can become Africarsquo;s leader in safe,...

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) ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT 2024 CONTENTS BANK OF AFRICA, A LEADING PAN-AFRICAN GROUP CONTRIBUTING TO AFRICA'S DEVELOPMENT BANK OF AFRICA, an overview 6 A multi-business banking Group driving economic and social development in Africa 8 A 66-year history of promoting Morocco's economic expansion and international stature 10 BANK OF AFRICA: moving towards its vision for 2030 12 Serving as a model for shared value creation that drives healthy and sustainable growth 14 A Group that enjoys the confidence of a high-quality and diversified shareholder base 16 A Board of Directors that is effective and multicultural 20 High-impact undertakings 22 Growing reputation recognised in 2024 through exacting...

Download logo More than 1.3 million people in Jonglei and Greater Pibor are suffering from acute food insecurity because of persistent intercommunal fighting, climate shocks, and a deteriorating economic situation. To help combat this crisis, South Korean peacekeepers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan are helping local communities develop innovative ways to boost food production and build resilience. Working in collaboration with the Dr. John Garang Memorial University of...

Authorities in South Sudan are sounding the alarm over the state...

Une opération menée par l'armée nigériane durant le week-end a fait plus de 100 morts parmi des "bandits" dans l'État de Zamfara, selon un rapport d'experts travaillant pour l'ONU. Elle "pourrait avoir été déclenchée en réponse à une série d'actes de banditisme, notamment des enlèvements dans l'État au cours du mois précédent".

Les autorités maliennes ont procédé, depuis plusieurs jours, à "au moins une vingtaine d'arrestations" de militaires soupçonnés de vouloir renverser la junte, a appris l'AFP de sources sécuritaires et politiques dimanche.

Life amp; Style | 37 seconds ago Founder and CEO of Axxess, the leading global home healthcare technology company, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, John Olajide, is an entrepreneur, home innovator, civic leader and global community builder who advocates for a better world. In this encounter with Raheem Akingbolu, he speaks on improving healthcare access and creating jobs in various sectors in the US, Nigeria, Botswana, India and the Philippines when John Olajide began his earthly journey, there were no comets, prophecies, or predictions heralding his future. However, there were certain dramatic moments early in life hinting that an icon had been born. Today, his name is...

Dozens of activists have taken part in a protest outside the Lebanese embassy in Tunisia to denounce the Israeli regime?s frequent violations of the fragile ceasefire with Lebanon, and the Beirut government?s decision to dismantle the military capabilities of the Hezbollah resistance movement. The protest, organized by the Coordination for Joint Action for Palestine ? the most influential pro-Palestine coalition in the North African state - took place on Friday evening. During the rally, participants chanted slogans in support of the resistance movement in Lebanon, most notably, ?The...

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The war in Sudan between the National Army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) was described by the UN as one...

Download logo A creative blend of storytelling, soap-opera-style drama, and culturally tailored content has changed the way small-scale cross-border traders work in Eastern and Southern Africa. This innovative training programme by the International Trade Centre (ITC) has empowered 2,500 traders, helping them navigate border procedures and formalise their businesses. By aligning training materials with tradersrsquo; everyday experiences, the programme turned complex technical concepts into practical, engaging lessons that are...

Nigeria | 24 minutes ago Linus Aleke in Abuja The Military Pension Board (MPB) has said that it has taken concrete steps to address the grievances of military pensioners following a recent peaceful protest by engaging concerned retirees over delayed payment of their gratuities. A statement by the Public Relations Officer, Military Pensions Board, Sqn Ldr Aliyu Mohammed, weekend also reaffirmed the...

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Download logo Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister, Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Chairman of the Supreme Council for Media Regulation, Eng. Khaled Abdel Aziz, Chairman of the National Press Authority, Eng. Abdel Sadek El-Shorbagy, and Chairman of the National Media Authority, Ahmed El-Moslemany. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said President El-Sisi began...