Fact-Checked-News Focus on Africa & Africans
The Malian Armed Forces (Fama) announced their successful repulsion of four “terrorist” attacks across northern localities, including the town of Ménaka, which is surrounded by Islamic State jihadists. Despite the … Read More
Libyan authorities successfully disbanded an illicit gold mining network operating in the southern desert, involving individuals from China, Chad, and Niger. Led by a Libyan figure, the network engaged in … Read More
Northern Tanzania is grappling with the aftermath of landslides that have claimed the lives of at least 47 individuals and left 85 others injured. The calamity unfolded on Saturday as … Read More
South African officials halted dozens of buses carrying more than 400 young children from Zimbabwe, raising concerns about potential illicit activities. The South African Border Management Agency disclosed that 42 … Read More
A drone buzzed back and forth above rows of verdant orange trees planted near Nabeul, eastern Tunisia. The black unmanned aircraft, equipped with a multi-lens camera and sensors, has been … Read More
Soweto’s Vilakazi Street is packed each day with tourists and hawkers outside the home of Nelson Mandela that has been meticulously kept even as the democracy pioneer’s legacy has become … Read More
The East African Community regional force began its withdrawal from the strife-torn east of the Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday after Kinshasa deemed it ineffective and refused to renew … Read More
Extra police patrolled one of South Africa’s most violent townships Sunday after a “mob” tied-up and burned to death seven men accused of a crime wave, police and residents said. … Read More
In a shocking revelation, the Mumbai police has apprehended a 35-year-old man, also a disc jockey (DJ), for allegedly subjecting a 31-year-old Mexican DJ to multiple instances of sexual assault. … Read More
In the latest twist of the ongoing saga surrounding the British royal family, Buckingham Palace is contemplating its next steps after a British TV host publicly named two royals accused … Read More
In a grim turn of events, over two million people in the Horn of Africa are grappling with the aftermath of torrential rains and floods, as reported by an AFP … Read More
In the aftermath of a devastating conflict in Gaza, English teacher Tareq al-Ennabi emerges as a beacon of resilience, setting up a makeshift classroom for displaced children in the south … Read More
In a bid to escape economic challenges in Malawi, hundreds of individuals gathered outside a capital hotel this week, eager to participate in Israel’s labor export program. Over 220 Malawians … Read More
A 70-year-old Ugandan woman named Safina Namukwaya has successfully given birth to twins—an event labeled as an “extraordinary feat” by Dr. Edward Tamale Sali, the overseeing physician. The delivery, which … Read More
The upcoming summit of the Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas), grappling with the aftermath of recent military coups, is scheduled to convene on December 10 in Abuja, as … Read More
A German court has sentenced a 48-year-old Gambian death squad member, identified as Bai L., to life imprisonment for crimes against humanity, murder, and attempted murder. This marks Germany’s first … Read More
Albany, NY – November 28, 2023 — In a significant stride toward enhancing caregiver support, the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) announced the expansion of its groundbreaking … Read More
The speaker of Kenya’s parliament has cracked down on what he described as inappropriate attire worn by MPs, even banning traditional African dress and safari-style suits favored by President William … Read More
In a somber incident at a platinum mine in South Africa, eleven individuals lost their lives on Monday when a lift, transporting workers at the end of their shift, plummeted, … Read More
The Nairobi High Court in Kenya delivered a verdict on Tuesday deeming the payroll levy introduced by President William Ruto in June as illegal. The court’s decision deals a substantial … Read More
In a move that deepens political strains between Niger and EU nations, the ruling junta in Niger has officially annulled a contentious 2015 law designed to curb migrant smuggling. The … Read More
More than 60,000 containers are stuck at sea waiting to be offloaded at South Africa’s biggest port amid gridlock blamed on bad weather and equipment failures that is damaging the … Read More
In an unprecedented move, North Korea’s ambassador, Kim Song, took center stage at the United Nations Security Council on Monday to defend his nation’s recent launch of a spy satellite. … Read More
In a high-profile meeting on Monday, Israel’s President Isaac Herzog conveyed to tech mogul Elon Musk the urgent need for action against the alleged proliferation of anti-Semitism on Musk’s social … Read More
In the aftermath of a weekend marked by audacious attacks on Sierra Leone’s main military facilities and prisons, the capital, Free Town, grapples with the aftermath. President Juulius Madda Bio’s … Read More
Malawi’s President Lazarus Chakwera is facing backlash from opposition parties and human rights organizations for deploying 221 young Malawians to work in agriculture in Israel. The move, executed on Saturday, … Read More
Kenya’s finance ministry said on Monday it will offer stakes in 11 state-owned companies to raise funds for depleted government coffers as tax revenues continue to fall below target. The … Read More
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson denounced the leader of the far-right party propping up his government Monday after he called for some mosques to be torn down. Sweden Democrats (SD) … Read More
South Africa has officially withdrawn its bid to host the 2027 Women’s World Cup, opting to focus on a more thoroughly prepared bid for 2031 instead. The decision was motivated … Read More
In Dakar, Senegalese rural women took to the streets on Saturday, rallying for climate justice and emphasizing the enduring impact of climate change on their lives. Khady Camara, the organizer, … Read More
In a swift response to a brazen assault on the nation’s primary military installation, President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone has declared a nationwide curfew. Gunmen targeted the Wilberforce … Read More
A military armory in Sierra Leone’s capital Freetown came under attack on Sunday, the government announced, as it imposed an immediate national curfew. The government said those attempting to break … Read More
The Gambian President Adama Barrow, has praised the Mayor of Banju, Malick Lowe, for winning international accolades for the Gambia. Lowe was praised while presenting the prestigious awards bestowed upon … Read More
In the latest update on the devastating floods in Kenya, the death toll has risen to at least 20, with eight additional casualties reported on Thursday (Nov. 23). Tragically, these … Read More
Former Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius is set to be released from prison on January 5, following the parole board’s decision at Atteridgeville Correctional Centre in South Africa on Friday (Nov. … Read More
Somalia has officially become the newest member of the Community of East African States (EAC), a regional organization fostering a unified market promoting the free flow of goods and people. … Read More
The Head of the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) emphasized that for the envisioned free, fair, and credible elections in December 2024 to be possible, South Sudanese parties, leaders, … Read More
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Center (KAIPTC) in Ghana marked a significant milestone as it successfully concluded a weeklong ‘Criminal Justice Executive Course’ at Paradise Suites Hotel on November … Read More
South African Paralympic champion Oscar Pistorius could be granted early release from prison on Friday, a decade after he killed his girlfriend in a crime that gripped the world. Pistorius, … Read More
Niger’s military ruler, General Abdourahamane Tiani, embarked on his inaugural international tour, meeting with counterparts in Mali and Burkina Faso. The visit marked Tiani’s first diplomatic engagements since assuming power … Read More
As the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) gears up for its presidential election on December 20, contenders such as Denis Mukwege, Martin Fayulu, and Theodore Ngoy are taking a stand … Read More
Former Ivorian Prime Minister Guillaume Soro, in exile for four years, has been given the green light to return to his country, according to the Ivorian government spokesperson Amadou Coulibaly. … Read More
President William Ruto revealed on Thursday that Kenya is set to privatize 35 state-owned companies and is contemplating opening up the capital of an additional 100 entities. This decision comes … Read More
Pretoria-based Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies received a hero’s welcome as they touched down in South Africa after clinching the CAF Women’s Champions League title for the second time in three years. … Read More
Thirty-seven people were trampled to death in a stadium in the Republic of Congo’s capital Brazzaville, officials said Tuesday, in one of the deeply poor country’s worst tragedies in years. … Read More
Former South African Paralympic champion Oscar Pistorius, who was convicted of murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp a decade ago, is unlikely to be released immediately if he is granted parole … Read More
In a press briefing held on Tuesday, Higher Education Minister, Dr Blade Nzimande, staunchly rejected demands from the Student Forum 4 Service Delivery (SF4SD) to abolish the National Student Financial … Read More
In a move indicative of escalating tensions between Israel and South Africa, the Israeli foreign ministry has announced the recall of its ambassador to South Africa “for consultations.” The decision … Read More
In a commendable display of commitment to regional security, the Gambia Police Force has emerged as a key player in the recent discussions of the West African Police Information System … Read More
In a powerful exchange of perspectives at the Conference on Contemporary Thought in the Muslim World, Prof. Syed Farid Alatas and Dr. Berdal Aral jointly denounced Israel’s actions in Palestine, … Read More
