92,000 flee conflict spreading across northern Mozambique
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has reinforced its medical activities in Mueda town and district as thousands of people flee a renewed surge of violence in Mocímboa da Praia and other…
The world’s oldest president, Cameroon’s Biya, is declared the winner of the latest election
Cameroon’s top court on Monday declared incumbent Paul Biya — the world’s oldest president — the winner of the Oct. 12 election, after at least four protesters were killed in…
Kenya’s Spiro Secures ‘Africa’s Largest-Ever Investment in Electric Mobility’ to Expand Its Pan-African Network
Spiro, Africa’s leading electric two-wheel and battery-swapping company, has announced a landmark $100 million investment. The round includes $75 million from the Fund for Export Development in Africa (FEDA), the…
Madagascar coup leader Randrianirina sworn in as president
ANTANANARIVO, Madagascar – Madagascar’s coup leader Colonel Michael Randrianirina was sworn in as president on Friday, after the military took power in the island nation this week following youth-led protests…
UK imposes visa requirement on Botswana nationals
The United Kingdom has announced that all Botswana nationals must now obtain a visa before traveling to Britain, including for short visits, effective immediately from 14 October 2025. Botswana, a…
Mali suspends teaching of French revolution in schools
Mali’s Ministry of National Education has issued an urgent memo suspending the teaching of the 1789 French Revolution in all ninth-grade classes across the country. The decision, made public on…
Ex-President Mutharika leads Malawi presidential race with 66 percent of votes
LILONGWE, Malawi – Malawi’s former President Peter Mutharika has built a commanding lead over incumbent Lazarus Chakwera in the country’s presidential election, provisional results from two-thirds of councils showed on…
SADC to convene Multi Stakeholder Water Dialogue in Lesotho
The 11th SADC Multi-Stakeholder Water Dialogue will be held in Maseru, Lesotho, from 29 – 30 September 2025, hosted by SADC and the Government of Lesotho with support from GIZ.…
Malawi police arrest eight for alleged election fraud
Police in Malawi have arrested eight people for alleged electoral fraud as the country waits for the final results of Tuesday’s general election. Inspector General Merlyne Yolamu said the suspects,…
Weary Malawians look to this week’s presidential election as nation grapples with an economic crisis
Malawi is holding a presidential election this week as one of Africa’s poorer countries grapples with an economic crisis, food and fuel shortages — and memories of a vote six…