Africa

Africanews

Nigeria gov't confirms 110 girls missing after Boko Haram attack

One hundred and ten girls remain unaccounted for following an attack on a school in the town of Dapchi in the northeastern Nigerian state of Yobe, the country’s information ministry said on Sunday.

25/02/2018

Egypt

Egyptian archaeologists discover an ancient cemetery south of Cairo.

This latest discovery is in an area known to house ancient catacombs from the Pharaonic Late Period and the Ptolemaic dynasty.

24/02/2018

Somalia

At least 18 dead after twin car bomb attacks in Somalia

The Somalia-based Islamist militant group, al-Shabab, claimed responsibility for the attack.

23/02/2018

World

The battle to provide healthcare in Central African Republic

As the conflict in CAR continues, aid workers struggle to provide healthcare to mothers and newborn babies.

22/02/2018

World News

Nigeria rescues some of its missing schoolgirls

Nigeria rescues some of the missing schoolgirls who are said to have been kidnapped in a raid by Boko Haram in Yobe province earlier in the week.

22/02/2018

No Comment

Egyptian police save falling child

Three Egyptian policemen saved the life of a five-year-old boy as he fell from a third-floor-balcony in the city of Assuit.

22/02/2018

Kenya

Elephants tranquilised and 'relocated' after destroying crops

A major operation has begun to transport 30 elephants to a National Park in Kenya.

22/02/2018

Rwanda

Two wounded in refugee camp food rationing protest

At least two people have been reported shot and wounded in protests over food cuts provoked by UN funding shortages.

22/02/2018

Africanews

Math is tough, here's a tutoring guide for your children

Maths has never been a cup of tea for most people. Whether it's fractions, algebra, geometry, or even basic math, every student has falters in one of those areas.

22/02/2018

Libya

Libya repatriates 250 African migrants

They were the latest to be sent home as part of a voluntary deportation scheme

20/02/2018

Africanews

Malawi cholera cases pass 500, eight people dead

Ministry of Health spokesman Joshua Malango said the number of cases had increased to 527 from 157 recorded in January, and that deaths had doubled from four to eight.

19/02/2018

Africanews

Botswana hangs man who murdered girlfriend and son in 2010

Joseph Poni Tselayarona, 28, was executed on Saturday after the 2010 murder of his girlfriend and her three-year-old son, the Botswana Prison Service said.

19/02/2018

Africanews

China tops list of lenders to Kenya

In total, foreign countries advanced a total of over $7.4 billion to the government during the period under review.

18/02/2018

Nigeria

Triple suicide attack sparks carnage at Nigerian fish market

The Islamic militant group Boko Haram is believed to be behind the attack in the northern state of Borno

18/02/2018

Africanews

Black Panther wins the hearts of African cinema fans

Africans can't get enough of the first Marvel superhero movie with a predominantly black cast.

17/02/2018

South Africa

A fresh start for South Africa?

Many hope new President Cyril Ramaphosa will represent a break from the past.

16/02/2018

South Africa

Cape Town prepares for ‘Day Zero’

South Africa’s most popular tourist city is running out of water.

16/02/2018

Economy

Economic challenges lie ahead for South Africa

New President Cyril Ramaphosa’s in-tray is likely to be full as he prepares to tackle South Africa’s economic problems.

16/02/2018

South Africa

New dawn for South Africa?

A former South African lawmaker and an anti-corruption campaigner explain why the election of Cyril Ramaphosa means hope for many in the country.

16/02/2018

Africanews

Libya to mark 7 years since revolution

Since the fall of Gaddafi in 2011, which led to the disintegration of the security apparatus, Libya has been torn apart by the struggle for influence

16/02/2018

South Africa

Cyril Ramaphosa elected as South Africa’s president

Cyril Ramaphosa elected as South Africa’s president

15/02/2018

South Africa

South African President Jacob Zuma resigns amid corruption claims

The 75-year-old heeds orders from the ruling African National Congress to bring an end to nine scandal-plagued years in power.

14/02/2018

Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai dies after cancer battle

Zimbabwe opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai has died aged 65 after a lengthy battle with cancer - party official

14/02/2018

South Africa

South African president Jacob Zuma refuses to resign

Hours earlier the luxury home of the Gupta family, who are close friends of Zuma, was raided by police in an anti-corruption probe.

14/02/2018

South Africa

South African police raid home of wealthy Gupta family

Three Gupta brothers alleged to have corrupt links with President Zuma.

14/02/2018

South Africa

Zuma maintains suspense over fate as South African president

The embattled leader is facing mounting calls to quit as South Africa's head of state

13/02/2018