Africa
Niger’s former PM, Hama Amadou dead
Niger’s former Prime Minister Hama Amadou is dead. He died in a hospital in the country’s capital, Niamey. Mr....
DRC announces creation of commission to oversee Constitutional revision
President of the Democratic Republic of Congo has announced a national commission will be set up next year to...
Mozambique’s ruling party, Frelimo wins disputed Presidential election
According to official results, Mozambique's ruling party, Frelimo, has won the country's controversial and violent election, extending its 49-year...
Uganda: At least 11 persons killed after fuel truck explodes near capital of Kampala
At least 11 people were killed after a fuel truck exploded next to a highway in Uganda, police...
Ghana’s parliament suspended after chaotic scenes
The Speaker of Ghana's parliament has suspended proceedings indefinitely following wild scenes in the chamber amid a disagreement about which...
Mozambique police clash with opposition protesters after disputed election
Mozambique police fired tear gas and gunshots at demonstrators in the city, Maputo, who had gathered near the spot...
M23 rebels seize Congolese town of Kalembe
The M23 rebel group has taken control of the town of Kalembe in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo,...
South African Weather Service issues flood warning for Eastern Cape, KZN
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) on Saturday, issued weather warning for residents of parts of the Eastern Cape...
South Sudan President, Kiir sacks state-owned oil company boss, names successor
South Sudan President Salva Kiir has sacked Mohammed Lino Benjamin, the president of the state-owned oil business (Nilepet), less...
Kenyan President Ruto nominates interior minister as new Deputy
Kenyan President, William Ruto has forwarded the name of his nominee for the position of deputy president, following the...
