Burkina Faso: slight reshuffle in the transitional government
The president of the transition of Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré who came to power through a coup in 2022, carried out a partial reshuffle of his government, notably concerning the head of diplomacy, according to a presidential decree.
Tunisia: “daily institutional violence” against migrants
The 58-page study, which cites direct testimonies and from partner NGOs, points the finger "responsibility" Tunisian authorities in"violations committed on the territory, including border areas".
A massive explosion at a fuel depot rocks Guinea’s capital, causing casualties and damage
A deadly explosion followed by a fire at Guinea's main fuel depot hit the capital on Monday (Dec.18) injuring dozens of people and leading to the closure of schools and administrations.
Nigeria: Indigenous Oil Producers Seek Review of PIA
[Leadership] The Independent Petroleum Producers Group (IPPG), has called for review of critical aspects of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) to strengthen the regulatory framework and competitiveness of the fiscal regime.
Egypt election: Sissi re-elected with 89.6% of the vote
The head of the Authority, Hazem Badawy, said that turnout had reached an "unprecedented" 66.8% among Egypt's 67 million voters.
Kenya and European Union sign ‘historic’ trade deal
Kenya and the European Union on Monday signed a long-negotiated trade agreement to increase the flow of goods between the two markets, as Brussels pursues stronger economic ties with Africa.
South African paramedic Gerco van Deventer, hostage in the Sahel since 2017, freed
Organisation Gift of the Givers on announced Sunday (De. 17) the release of the last South African citizen held hostage by a non-state actor in the Sahel.
Demonstrators commemorate Hamas executive’s killing in Tunisia in 2016
Nearly a thousand protesters, many shouting 'Free Palestine', marked the seventh anniversary of the assassination of Hamas executive Mohamed Zouari in Sfax, central-eastern Tunisia. On Saturday (Dec. 16), protestors held placards reading 'Humanity has failed' and 'Stop now'.
FIFA anounces inaugural expanded Club World Cup in 2025
Representatives from each of the six international confederations will participate: CAF (Africa) with four teams, AFC (Asia) and Concacaf (North America) with four each, UEFA (Europe) with twelve, Conmebol (South America) with six, and OFC (Oceania) with one.
Guinea: Explosion Rocks Guinea Oil Terminal Causing Deaths, Injuries
[allAfrica] Cape Town -- A massive explosion at an oil terminal in the capital city Conakry has claimed lives and caused several injuries early today, December 18, 2023, according to BBC reports.