Sahel region junta chiefs mark divorce from West African bloc
Their ECOWAS exit was fueled in part by their accusation that Paris was manipulating the bloc, and not providing enough support for
Kenya’s president vows to act against police brutality
Ruto said he regretted the abduction and that he would take action, adding that “that is not right.” “You don’t deserve the
Ramaphosa unveils new coalition cabinet
Following intense negotiations, South African President has appointed opposition politicians to key ministerial positions in new cabinet…reports Asian Lite News South African
At least 30 killed in Kenya anti-government protests
The largely peaceful rallies turned violent on Tuesday when lawmakers passed the deeply unpopular tax increases following pressure from the International Monetary
Terror attacks rattle Nigeria
In one of three blasts in the town of Gwoza, a female attacker with a baby strapped to her back detonated explosives
India Crushes South Africa 3-0
Mandhana, a crowd favourite, led India’s chase of 216 with a masterful 90 off 83 balls, narrowly missing out on a century…reports
UAE contributes to FAO efforts in Sudan
Nusseibeh said, “We must do everything in our power to halt a famine in Sudan. That is what this contribution aims to
Ghazouani urges West African states to rally against extremism
The military has seized power by force in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger in recent years, heightening uncertainty in the region…reports Asian
Campaigning opens in Rwanda presidential election
The election commission also barred Kagame critic Diane Rwigara, saying she had failed to provide a criminal record statement as required and
South Africa’s new govt brings Black and white together
Many Black South Africans have expressed discomfort with a white-led party being back in power, even in a coalition…reports Asian Lite News