South African anti-apartheid icon Ahmed Kathrada dies aged 87
Celebrated South African anti-apartheid activist Ahmed Kathrada, a Robben Island prisoner and one of Nelson Mandela’s closest colleagues in the
AU faults S. Sudan after killing of six aid workers in ambush
Six aid workers were killed in South Sudan over the weekend in territory controlled by government forces. The African Union
China announces drought relief to Kenya worth $23 million
Drought relief efforts in East Africa have received a much-needed boost. China has pledged to provide Kenya with food
Giant tortoise of Zanzibar
Zanzibar is known the world over for the beaches and its people’s rich culture. But did you know that the
New CAF President Ahmad takes office, chairs first meeting
The new President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially assumed office following his election win on 16
Michael Olunga’s brace earns Kenya a 2-1 victory over DR Congo
Kenya edged out 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier contenders DR Congo by two goals to one in an international friendly
Faces of Africa 03/26/2017: Maasai Cricket Warriors
Maasai Cricket Warriors’ team was founded in 2007 by Aliya Bauer, a South African researcher and cricket enthusiast. While doing
Tanzanians on Twitter hilariously mock President Magufuli for sentiments on press freedom
Tanzanians on Twitter have been mocking their president following remarks he made last week, warning the media not to exaggerate
Uganda’s traditional dish wrapped in banana leaves gaining popularity
Uganda is well-known for its foods. Luwombo is a delicacy specific to the Baganda people in central Uganda. And it’s
South Sudan rebels blame government for deaths of aid workers
South Sudan rebels on Monday blamed the government for the deaths of six aid workers in the country, saying they