East Africa: The StopEACOP Coalition Welcomes Landmark Climate Trial Against TotalEnergies in France
[350Africa.org] The StopEACOP coalition welcomes the opening of France's first major climate trial against an oil and gas multinational, as proceedings begin on Thursday, 19 February, at the Paris Court of Justice.
Zimbabwe launches groundbreaking HIV prevention drug Lenacapavir
Zimbabwe has become one of the first countries globally to launch a national program for lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable HIV prevention drug, marking a major milestone in the country's fight to end AIDS as a public health threat.
Armed group killS 33 in fresh simultaneous attacks in Nigeria
At least 33 people have been killed after Islamic militants launched simultaneous attacks on a district in northwest Nigeria, according to the police.
From Milano Cortina to Dakar 2026: Olympic mascots Tina and Ayo share the stage
Italy saw mascot mania in Milan as Tina, face of Milano Cortina 2026, welcomed Ayo from Dakar 2026.
Kenya: Gulf Energy Acquires Over Sh2bn Oil Rig for Lokichar Project
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Gulf Energy E&P BV has acquired an onshore oil drilling rig valued at over Sh2 billion ($15 million) for the Lokichar oil project, as it targets first oil production before the end of this year.
Khartoum residents mark the first day of Ramadan amid Sudan’s war
Men gathered in the streets of the war-torn capital to break their fast less than a year after it was recaptured by the army.
Nigeria: Police Chief Pledges Protection of Oil Facilities
[Leadership] The inspector-general of police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, has pledged protection of oil sector facilities in the country.
DR Congo: Residents of Uvira call for urgent reopening of border with Burundi
Before the closure of the frontier in December, hundreds of traders, transporters, and families crossed between the two countries every day.
19 soccer fans jailed for AFCON final chaos in Morocco
A Moroccan court sentenced 19 soccer fans to up to one year in prison on Thursday for hooliganism following a chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final that saw supporters attempt to storm the field.
France on edge as Loire floods and storm Pedro threatens more chaos
France is watching the Loire spill across streets and car parks in Les Ponts-de-Cé, near Angers.