Fate of Niger’s deposed president unclear after 80 days detained
Niger's ousted president Mohamed Bazoum, who was overthrown by military leaders on July 26, faces his 80th day in detention...
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Vote counting under way in Liberia a day after elections
Vote counting was under way in Liberia on Wednesday, a day after citizens voted on whether to re-elect football legend...
South Africa toying with ‘smart’ but controversial 7-1 bench
As South Africa weigh up their options before naming their team for Sunday's World Cup quarter-final against hosts France, one...
In South Africa some hearts still beat for the All Blacks
When New Zealand play Ireland in the Rugby World Cup quarter finals on Saturday, Dylan Moodaley, a 32-year-old South African...
Haiti police chief welcomes help to beat ‘urban guerilla’ gangs
A Kenyan-led multinational force will hopefully help bring some semblance of stability to Haiti, where gang violence has escalated into...
Vote counting under way in Liberia a day after elections
Vote counting was under way in Liberia on Wednesday, a day after citizens voted on whether to re-elect football legend...
Cameroon: President Paul Biya orders immediate response to Oliga-Mbankolo disaster, sets up operational command post
Cameroon's Communication Minister, Rene Emmanuel Sadi, announced today that President Paul Biya has been deeply moved by the devastating Oliga-Mbankolo...
Ghanaian man returns 100,000 GhC (N6.48m) found in taxi
In an extraordinary display of honesty and integrity, a Ghanaian unemployed man recently made headlines when he returned a substantial...
Egypt bolsters security measures amid Gaza exodus
In response to the escalating crisis in the Gaza Strip, Egypt has taken swift action to prevent a potential mass...
US,Israel, Egypt collaborate to ensure safe passage for Gaza civilians
In a significant international effort, the United States, in cooperation with its Israeli and Egyptian counterparts, is actively working to...
Nigeria: Gov Makinde tasks police to review daytime roadblock strategy
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has challenged the Nigeria police to review the daytime roadblock strategy they deploy in manning...
Gambia: Harriet King visits higher education minister, discusses Commonwealth scholarships
In a significant diplomatic engagement, the British High Commissioner to The Republic of The Gambia, Harriet King, paid a courtesy...
Gambia police arrest 12 people for electricity theft, meter tampering
In a week-long collaborative operation, The Gambia Police Force, in partnership with the National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC), apprehended...
False manhood theft accusation leads to mob attack on innocent woman
In a shocking incident that unfolded in Delta State, an 18-year-old, Ebube Linus, raised a false alarm accusing an innocent...
King Charles III to make Kenya state visit this month
The UK's King Charles III and his wife Queen Camilla will make a four-day state visit to Kenya from the...
Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Keeping Our Communities Safe From Fentanyl
Public safety is our administration’s top priority, and keeping New Yorkers safe from the growing threat of fentanyl is a...
Kenyan Kiptum sets world record to win Chicago Marathon
Kenya's Kelvin Kiptum shattered the men's world record to win Sunday's Chicago Marathon in two hours and 35 seconds while...
Ethiopia’s Oromo people celebrate festival once denied
Tens of thousands of Oromos gathered Sunday at a lake near the Ethiopian capital for a once-banned celebration that today...
Clashes erupt at Liberian president’s re-election parade
Violence marred the close of Liberian President George Weah's re-election campaign on Sunday, with scuffles between his supporters and members...
Fears over Uganda’s anti-gay law threaten HIV progress
At a mostly empty clinic catering to HIV patients, staff monitor CCTV footage for potential spies, reflecting the fear among...
Ugandan: Bobi Wine’s party headquarters raided on independence day; party leaders, supporters arrested
In a shocking turn of events on Uganda's 61st 'independence' day, the headquarters of Ugandan politician and prominent rights activist,...
Financial Times editorial critiques President Tinubu’s economic reforms, removal of Emefiele
In a recent editorial, The Financial Times (FT) of London has raised concerns about the manner in which the former...
Nigerian President, Bola Tinubu announces potential employment of 500,000 Nigerians
President Bola Tinubu has made a significant announcement during the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship campaign in Lokoja, Kogi State,...
Ugandan startup transforms banana waste into valuable fibres, biodegradable products
In a groundbreaking initiative in the heart of Uganda, discarded banana stems are finding new life as a local startup,...
President Tshisekedi announces bid for re-election amidst political frenzy
President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) has officially thrown his hat into the ring, declaring...
DR Congo leader files bid for re-election amid crowded race
DR Congo's leader Felix Tshisekedi has submitted his candidacy for a second term in office, joining a crowded list of...
On Liberia’s community football pitches, Weah still a star
Osman Fofana, a 17-year-old student in Liberia's capital Monrovia, could not contain his excitement as he walked onto a new...
Kenya’s Ruto to ask China for $1bn loan, debt restructure
Kenyan President William Ruto will ask China for a $1-billion loan and a restructured debt payment plan, his deputy said...
Best-ever India in dreamland after surging past 100 medals at Asiad
India surged past a landmark 100 medals at the Asian Games in Hangzhou with golds in archery and kabaddi on...
Welcome to Robertsport, Liberia’s surfing paradise
With his broken surfboard pointed skywards, a child steps out into the sea. In recent years, the fishing village of...
George Weah: from poverty to football hero and Liberia president
From Liberia's swampy slums to superstar footballer and national president, George Weah is running for a second term in elections...
Humanitarian crisis in dr Congo camps: women face heartbreaking choices amidst conflict
In the midst of the ongoing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, Patricia, a 15-year-old displaced by violence, bears...
From civil strife to surfing thrills: unveiling Liberia’s multifaceted journey
The West African nation of Liberia goes to the polls on October 10 to decide whether to give football legend...
Libya’s Derna residents grapple with mental health after devastating floods
In the wake of a devastating flood that struck Derna in eastern Libya nearly a month ago, survivors are confronting...
Liberia’s football legend president seeks re-election amidst voter concern
Ex-football star and Liberia's incumbent president, George Weah, is gearing up for a second term as the nation heads to...
Kenya confirms withdrawal of troops from Somalia by end of 2024 despite security concerns
Kenya's Defence Ministry has affirmed its commitment to withdraw its remaining troops from Somalia, operating under the African Union Transitional...
Climate change displaces 43 million children in 6 years, UNICEF says
A recent report released by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) sheds light on the profound consequences of climate change...
Nigeria’s President faces allegations of diploma forgery as opposition presents new evidence
Nigeria's main opposition has declared its intention to provide compelling new evidence to the courts, challenging the legitimacy of this...
Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: The Future of Housing in NYC
Our administration recently proposed the most ambitious pro-housing zoning changes in the history of New York City — changes that...
Nigeria: Tribunal dismisses SDP candidate’s petition against Fintiri
Adamawa State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal, convened on Monday, October 2, delivered its verdict, dismissing the petition filed by Umar...
WAEC appoints Amos Dangut as new head
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially appointed Amos Josiah Dangut as the new head of the Nigeria national...
President Barrow inaugurates 48km North Bank Roads Project Lot 2 in Nyanija, CRR
Gambian President, Adama Barrow, marked a significant milestone on Saturday as he officially inaugurated the 48-kilometer North Bank Roads Project...
President Tinubu delivers address on Nigeria’s 63rd independence anniversary, outlines reforms, economic measures
In commemoration of Nigeria's 63rd independence anniversary, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu delivered a comprehensive address, touching on the nation's history,...
Gomez commends President Barrow for supporting varsity project success
In a recent press conference held at the University of The Gambia's Faraba Banta Campus, Gomez, a prominent figure in...
Nigeria: Chukkol charges 332 newly-graduated cadets against corruption, indiscipline
The acting executive chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC), Abdulkarim Chukkol, has charged newly- graduated cadets of...
Nigeria: Court orders Kano State to pay N30b in compensation over unlawful demolition
In a significant legal development, a Federal High Court in Kano has ruled that the Kano State Government must pay...
Nigerian minister poisoned, fights for life in hospital
Nigerian tourism minister has been hospitalised in Abuja after suffering acute poisoning from unknown origins, Peoples Gazette was told, as...
New Yorkers mark historic inauguration of Ota Benga Day
New Yorkers have gathered in Co-op City yesterday to mark the inauguration of the annual observance of Ota Benga Day....
Nigeria: LASTMA rescues asthmatic patient at accident scene in Lagos
Operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) early morning today rescued a female asthmatic patient and a commercial...
Nigeria: Niger State governor threatens arrest as controversy erupts over location of new teaching hospital
Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, has stirred controversy and outrage as he threatens to arrest anyone protesting against the decision...