South Sudan President Salva Kiir fires parliament speaker and deputy/in /by
A member of the ruling SPLM party, Jemma Nunu Kumba had served as speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly since 2021.
Fanti Carnvial in Lagos showcases cultural bridge between Nigeria and Brazil/in /by
One of West Africa's most prominent cultural festivals, the annual Fanti Carnvial blends Nigerian traditions with Brazilian and Cuban influences.
War in Ukraine: Cameroon confirms death of 16 nationals enlisted in Russian army/in /by
Cameroon on Monday published the names of 16 citizens who died in Ukraine while fighting alongside the Russian military.
Kenya: ODM Expresses ‘Outrage’ Over Fuel Saga, Urging Impartial Graft Fight/in /by
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) on Tuesday expressed "profound outrage" over the unfolding fuel procurement scandal, calling for a full and impartial fight against graft while commending the government for the swift probe.
Somalia: Somalia Awaits Arrival of Turkish Oil Drilling Ship in Landmark Energy Move/in /by
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- A wave of excitement is building across Somalia as the country prepares to welcome the Turkish-owned drilling vessel Cagri Bey, expected to arrive in Mogadishu starting April 9.
Eritrean footballers missing after international match/in /by
Seven members of Eritrea national football team have reportedly failed to return home after their side’s recent victory over Eswatini, according to sources familiar with the situation.
1,700 British tourists sue travel firm Tui over Cape Verde illness/in /by
Close to 2,000 British tourists are suing the travel firm Tui, saying they fell seriously ill while vacationing in the West African archipelago.
Nigeria: Petan, Akwa Ibom Govt Sign MOU On Oil, Gas Asset Development/in /by
[Vanguard] The Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Akwa Ibom State Government for the joint development of oil and gas assets in the state, in a move aimed at boosting investment, infrastructure development, and indigenous participation in Nigeria's energy sector.
Nigeria: Itsekiri Youths Call for Careful Management of Pipeline Surveillance Contracts in Niger Delta/in /by
[Vanguard] The Itsekiri Youths for Good Governance (IYGG) has urged the federal government to ensure careful management and oversight of pipeline surveillance contracts in the Niger Delta to maintain safety and operational efficiency.
Middle East War: Trump ramps up threats against Iran/in /by
As the conflict in the Middle East enters its second month, U.S. President Donald Trump is escalating threats against Iran. On Monday he warned that the entire country could be 'taken out' on Tuesday.