Graffiti transforms Conakry’s walls into canvases for change
Leading the movement is Omar “Chimère” Diaw, a Senegalese-born graffiti artist who has helped turn Conakry’s gray concrete walls into vibrant expressions of identity
Tanzania: Suluhu seeks to run ‘unopposed’ amid renewed political crackdown
Amnesty International said in a statement this week that repression in Tanzania has "intensified" with civilian abuses ranging from arbitrary arrests to enforced disappearances and even extrajudicial killings.
Liverpool coach says he’s not worried about Mo Salah’s form
The legendary 33-year-old player has been way below his record-breaking performance of last season.
Nigerian army kills over 50 Boko Haram militants as it fights off drone attacks
Nigeria's military killed more than 50 Boko Haram militants in response to drone attacks on military bases in the country's northeast, the army said Thursday.
Belgium is latest Western nation to back Moroccan autonomy plan for Western Sahara
Rabat welcomed the decision saying it was a 'recognition of the realism and legitimacy' of King Mohammed VI’s vision to end the dispute.
Internet blackout deepens tensions after disputed election in Cameroon
Digital rights advocates warn that the internet blackout could restrict access to information and hinder communication during a volatile period. Businesses, journalists, and civil society groups have also reported difficulties operating online.
Kenya’s Chepng’etich to keep marathon record despite doping ban
Women’s marathon world record-holder Ruth Chepng'etich has been banned for three years after admitting a doping violation, track and field’s Athletics Integrity Unit said Thursday
Graffiti gains support in Guinea’s capital
A large mural in Conakry has become a new landmark in the city, created by graffiti artist Omar Diaw of the collective Guinea Ghetto Graff.
Scholar searches rubble for his books in Gaza
A Palestinian scholar in Gaza City was filmed searching through the rubble of his destroyed home alongside his grandchildren, trying to recover what remained of his personal library.
Former South African President Zuma ordered to repay state for legal expenses
In a landmark decision, a South African court has ordered former President Jacob Zuma to reimburse just over 1 million euros in public funds used to cover his personal legal expenses.