PSG victory reignites France’s public order battle as arrests near 900/in /by
Celebrations of Paris Saint-Germain’s historic Champions League triumph quickly gave way to scenes of violence across France, with nearly 900 arrests, 180 injured police officers and one death.
Counting underway after Guinea votes in legislative and municipal elections/in /by
Guineans voted on Sunday in legislative and municipal elections marking a new step towards a return to democratic rule after a 2021 coup, despite severe restrictions on civil liberties and an opposition boycott.
Polls open in Ethiopia’s parliamentary elections as PM Abiy vies for new term/in /by
Voting got underway in Ethiopia on Monday morning in the country’s parliamentary elections. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s Prosperity Party is on course for a landslide victory, despite criticism of growing authoritarianism and a crackdown on dissent.
Women at greatest risk from DRC Ebola outbreak, health workers warn, as confirmed cases rise/in /by
In Bunia, at the heart of the Ebola response, health facilities are reporting a severe shortage of protective and support equipment as they grapple with a surge in suspected cases, primarily among women.
Nigeria: Dangote Cuts Petrol, Diesel Ex-Depot Prices/in /by
[Premium Times] The company said the move underscores its commitment to making refined petroleum products more affordable and supporting economic activities across Nigeria.
Nigeria: Again, Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol, Diesel Prices/in /by
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WHO chief attends opening of Ebola treatment centre in eastern Congo/in /by
Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus hailed the recovery of five people infected with the rare strain of the virus for which their is no approved treatment or vaccine.
Nigerian fans celebrate Paris Saint-Germain’s win over Arsenal/in /by
Thousands watched the UEFA Champions League final in bars, restaurants, and viewing centres across Lagos.
Ethiopian prime minister’s hometown shows strong support ahead of polls/in /by
Campaign posters for Abiy Ahmed line the streets of the rural town of Beshasha where he is expected to cast his vote on Monday.
Nigeria’s NDC party names Peter Obi as 2027 presidential candidate/in /by
Obi will again face President Bola Tinubu of the ruling All Progressives Congress and Atiku Abubakar of the Africa Democratic Congress.