UN holds emergency meeting on Red Sea Security amid escalating Houthi attacks/in /by
In response to the escalating situation, several commercial cargo companies have adjusted their operations, diverting ships away from the Red Sea. Instead, they opt for a longer route around the southern tip of Africa, bypassing the Red Sea's access to the Mediterranean through the Suez Canal.
Ugandan helicopter gunship crashes into house/in /by
The abrupt and fatal collision has left the community in shock, prompting urgent investigations into the circumstances surrounding this tragic accident.
Afro-Cuban priests’ prophecies for 2024/in /by
Afro-Cuban priests of the Yoruba religion have foretold illnesses, ruptures and violence for 2024.
Emergency U.N. Meeting on Red Sea Security Amid Escalating Houthi Attacks/in /by
In response to the escalating situation, several commercial cargo companies have adjusted their operations, diverting ships away from the Red Sea. Instead, they opt for a longer route around the southern tip of Africa, bypassing the Red Sea's access to the Mediterranean through the Suez Canal.
Sierra Leone charges ex-president’s guard and 11 others over failed coup/in /by
The incident, which occurred on November 26, saw a brazen attack by gunmen on various key locations in Sierra Leone.
Egypt stands firm with Somalia in face-off against Ethiopia/in /by
Somalia, which considers Somaliland part of its territory, condemned the agreement as an act of "aggression" and a violation of its sovereignty.
US removes Uganda from Agoa trade deal/in /by
Uganda is no longer a beneficiary of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa), after the United States struck the country off at the end of December.
Pics of the day: January 2, 2024/in /by
Africanews focuses on the most striking images of the day.
Nigeria: 2024 Outlook – NURPC Targets Below $20/Barrel Production Cost/in /by
[Vanguard] With oil production in Nigeria falling significantly short of the budget benchmark and allotted quota of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, OPEC, in 2023, the Nigerian Upstream Regulatory Commission, NURPC, has drawn out an ambitious plan to improve production by attracting more investment into the industry.
Rwanda’s mountain gorillas: A conservation success Story/in /by
While challenges persist, there's hope that these majestic mountain gorillas will continue to thrive in the forests for generations to come, showcasing the success story of Rwanda's commitment to conservation.