Algerian-French writer Kamel Daoud wins top French literary prize/in /by
The panel picked Daoud's novel 'Houris' which competed against 3 other books. The work centers around the character of Aube, a survivor of Algeria's civil war known as the 'Black Decade'.
Nigeria: Under-Dispensing of Petrol – Frustration, Anger As Fuel Stations Increase Hardship/in /by
[Vanguard] Vehicle owners narrate ordeal·Outlets caught to face heavy sanctions -- NMDPRA·Close monitoring needed - Association of Public Policy Analysis
Mauritius reverses decision to block access to social media/in /by
The ban ahead of the general elections on 10 November had been prompted by a wiretapping scandal.
Nigeria: Dangote As Scapegoat/in /by
[Leadership] The rich also cry. I have seen wealthy and successful people break down in tears and despondency. You would think that some people have everything made in their favour; the sun smiles at everything that they do. The gods are queuing to crack the rich man's kernels lest he bites his tongue while attempting the simple task.
US presidential candidates have no clear Africa policies/in /by
Neither Democrat candidate, Kamala Harris, nor the Republican’s Donald Trump, has expressed clear plans for engagement with the continent.
DRC: M23 rebels seize new town near border with Uganda as talks drag/in /by
The fresh fighting comes when experts from Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo continue to dialogue within the framework of the Luanda process.
US Election: Is Africa better off partnering with China or the US?/in /by
China has established a formidable presence in Africa through substantial investments in infrastructure, mining, and technology, often touted as a partner for development.
South Africa: Diesel, Petrol Price to Increase in November/in /by
[SAnews.gov.za] Prices of all grades of fuel as well as that of petrol and gas are expected to rise this coming Wednesday.
Chad threatens to exit regional security force after deadly attack/in /by
Deby’s remarks came during a visit to the area on Sunday, where he expressed concerns about the Multinational Joint Task Force's (MNJTF) impact in tackling armed groups.
Namibia: Signs of Slowdown in Namibia’s Promised Green Hydrogen Initiatives As Swapo Turns to Fossil Fuels/in /by
[Daily Maverick] Oxpeckers tracked 14 GH2 projects in Namibia, finding implementation had been slow and the only real growth had been in bureaucracy.