Can Uganda leverage oil to turn around economy? [Business Africa]/in /by
With crude exports potentially starting as soon as October, the promise of nearly $2 billion a year is on the horizon. But can the nation avoid the dreaded "resource curse" that has plagued others?
Morocco edge Nigeria on penalties to reach AFCON Final/in /by
Morocco booked their place in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Nigeria on penalties following a tense 0–0 draw in Rabat. In a semi-final dominated by intensity rather than goals, the host nation eventually prevailed thanks to goalkeeper Yassine Bono’s heroics in the shootout.
Makoko demolitions leave thousands homeless as Lagos clears waterfront settlement/in /by
Makoko, often described as a floating slum, has existed for decades and is home to tens of thousands of people who depend largely on fishing and small-scale trading.
Protest in Israel supports Iranian demonstrators after weeks of unrest/in /by
About 100 members of the Persian Jewish community in Israel gathered to express support for Iranian protesters, following several weeks of anti-government demonstrations. The participants voiced solidarity and called for freedom and political reform in Iran.
Uganda elections chief says he faces threats over vote outcome/in /by
Uganda’s elections chief says he is facing pressure and threats linked to the outcome of this week’s presidential vote but insists the results will be determined solely by the ballot.
Uganda votes in tense presidential election amid internet shutdown/in /by
Uganda's presidential election on Thursday was marked by an internet shutdown, tight security, and long queues. President Museveni faces opposition from Bobi Wine.
Polls open in Uganda amid internet blackout as Museveni seeks seventh term/in /by
Voting began Thursday in Uganda’s presidential election despite a days-long internet shutdown that has been criticised as an anti-democratic tactic in a country where the president has held office since 1986.
Fans celebrate in Dakar as Senegal beat Egypt to clinch a place in AFCON final/in /by
Senegalese football fans celebrated in Dakar on Wednesday after their national team secured a place in the African Cup of Nations final with a 1-0 victory over Egypt.
Another crane collapse near Bangkok raises safety concerns in Thailand/in /by
Thailand reports a new construction accident near Bangkok on Thursday, a day after a deadly crane collapse on a train renewed concerns over site safety.
Thousands in Sofia protest for fair elections and government resignation/in /by
Thousands gathered in Sofia to demand fair elections and the coalition's resignation, citing vote buying, manipulation, and economic concerns.