Africa

The Federal High Court, Abuja on Thursday affirmed David Mark’s leadership of the opposition African Democratic Congress, a ruling the party welcomed even as former Vice‑President Atiku Abubakar said he would continue his pursuit of the 2027 presidency.Atiku described...

Nigeria’s newest indigenous carrier, Binani Air, has marked its first 30 days of commercial operations, describing the milestone as a strong foundation for its ambition to become one of the country’s most trusted airlines. The airline, which officially entered Nigeria’s...

The South East zone of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has inaugurated a forum of affiliated youth organisations in Awka, Anambra State, and passed a vote of confidence on the council’s national leadership, reaffirming commitment to unity...

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has impounded more than 30 vehicles for operating with tinted glasses, obscured number plates, and improper registration as authorities commence enforcement of the tinted glass ban across Abuja.Speaking to journalists on Friday,...

Ethiopia is poised to receive an additional $468 million from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) after reaching a staff-level agreement on the fifth review of its $3.4 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme.The latest disbursement, which remains subject to...

South Africa and Kenya have signed six new cooperation agreements aimed at expanding trade, improving transport connectivity, and enhancing skills development, in a move expected to strengthen economic integration between two of Africa’s largest economies.The agreements were signed in...

South Africa has recorded the highest rate of suspected digital fraud among African countries surveyed in 2025, with 3.0 per cent of consumer transactions flagged as potentially fraudulent, according to a new report by TransUnion.The findings were contained in...

Two people have lost their lives in Kenya’s central town of Nanyuki after protests turned violent over plans to establish a United States-backed Ebola isolation facility at the nearby Laikipia Airbase. The demonstrations erupted amid growing concerns among residents about...

The Parliament of Ghana has approved a controversial bill that seeks to criminalise homosexuality and the promotion of LGBTQ+ activities, marking a significant development in the country’s social and legal landscape.The legislation proposes prison sentences of up to three...

Families of pupils and teachers abducted by bandits in Oyo State have rejected rice and cash brought by government officials, insisting that their priority is the safe return of their loved ones.The Baale of Yawota community, Emmanuel Alade, disclosed...