Africa
ISIS-backed rebels kill 38 people in a church in Congo, several still missing
The assault in Komanda, a city in the northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, this Sunday left 15 injured and several people still missing.
ICC convicts two militia leaders of persecuting Muslims in Central African Republic
The mysterious ghost elephant no one believed still existed
France ends permanent troop presence in Senegal
Trump asks Liberian president where he learned English, his country's official language
"Such good English," Trump told Liberian President Joseph Boakai. "Where did you learn to speak so beautifully?"
Israel Allies Foundation launches six new caucuses in Africa
In the wake of Israel's 12-day war with Iran, the Israel Allies Foundation is capitalizing on growing diplomatic momentum by expanding its influence with the addition of six new caucuses in Africa.
The strangest attraction you’ll encounter in the middle of the desert
It’s pink, solar-powered, waiting for you in the heart of a dry desert, and it’s packed with cold drinks – completely free. If that sounds like a mirage, wait until you hear who put it there.
Hezbollah’s presence in Africa poses a direct threat to American interests - opinion
The United States should capitalize on its newly assertive global image to push back against Iranian influence in Africa, starting with Hezbollah’s footprint in the DRC.
Sudan gold mine collapse kills 11 in Red Sea state
Sudan has been plagued by economic instability and political turmoil since the 2021 military coup and subsequent civil conflict.
Ethiopia is the leader in African green development - opinion
Ethiopia’s green legacy initiative is setting a powerful example for climate action, with millions of trees planted and a bold vision for a sustainable future in Africa.
Changes in tectonic plates: Africa on the path to splitting in two
A dramatic transformation of the Earth's surface: In the Afar region of Ethiopia, the ground beneath our feet is stretching and tearing at a rate of 16 millimeters per year
African farmers the latest to be conned by Moscow into fighting in Ukraine
Much like the Indian nationals who traveled to Russia under the promise of economic opportunity, the African farmers were reportedly promised jobs in a Russian shampoo factory.
Study shows early humans adapted to Africa’s diverse environments before migrating abroad
Researchers analyzed over a hundred archaeological sites and environmental data to understand how early humans adapted to varied habitats.
South African school bus swept away by floods, eight bodies recovered
South Africa has been lashed by heavy rain and snow since the weekend, in a severe winter cold front which disrupted transport and power networks.
Kenya's president says blogger died 'at the hands of the police'
Police say Albert Ojwang, 31, was arrested in western Kenya on Friday for allegedly defaming the country's deputy police chief online.
