African News

A week after the gruesome murder of Nairobi socialite Starlet Wahu in an Airbnb, detectives are again investigating the shocking murder of a young woman. She was also stabbed to death in an apartment alleged to be an Airbnb in Nairobi. Reports indicate after being stabbed by her killer, the woman’s body was chopped into pieces. It was then stuffed ...

Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Monday suspended his poverty minister Betta Edu. This followed allegations that she diverted public funds into a private bank account. The measure against humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation minister Edu came days after another senior official was suspended over corruption charges. Tinubu came to power last year promising to crack down on graft in Nigeria. The ...

The first batch of visa-free international travelers to Kenya landed at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi on Friday, January 5. At least 2,300 more visitors are expected in the coming days under the free tourist visa arrangement. This is after President William Ruto waived visa requirements for all travelers to Kenya. This is irrespective of the country of origin ...

In a recent ruling, Senegal Supreme Court has rejected the appeal made by Ousmane Sonko, a prominent political figure, against his conviction for libel. The court’s decision marks a significant development in the ongoing legal battles surrounding Sonko and has sparked further discussions regarding freedom of speech and political dissent in the country. This ruling represents a noteworthy milestone in ...

In a significant development, the United Nations (UN peacekeeping mission in Mali has concluded after a decade of operations. This milestone marks a turning point in the country’s journey towards stability and highlights the progress achieved through international collaboration and support. The UN peacekeeping mission, officially known as the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), was established ...