Somalia marks 55 Years of Independence
It is a nation that has witnessed the harshest consequences of internal conflict. Somalia has endured a torrid existence, with
Thousands displaced by conflict in South Sudan
Despite South Sudan grappling with an ongoing political crisis, Western Equatoria State has remained peaceful. That’s until recently, when conflict
Tunisia to supervise activities of all mosques in the wake of attack
The Tunisian government reportedly has started shutting down mosques it claims are inciting violence. Prime Minister Habib Essid earlier this
Somalia debates on banning Burqas
The Islamic world experiences a rise in the number of Muslim women wearing the burqa, a traditional outer garment, some
Egypt vows to enact tougher laws to combat terrorism
The Egyptian government is vowing to enact tougher laws to combat terrorism. The proposals include more powers of arrest for
Kenya’s Central bank governor turns down government ‘goodies’
The latest Rangerover, a big house in a posh neighborhood, a big security detail you name it , things
Global Business 30th June 2015
On this edition of Global Business with Ramah Nyang: African members of the Asian Investment and Infrastructure Bank, set hopes
Cameroonians burning plastic waste as alternative to kerosene
Increasing numbers of Cameroonian residents are turning to burning plastic waste as a cheaper alternative to kerosene. But while the
Bashir arrest: ICC criticizes African Union
The African Union has been criticized for being hypocritical regarding the charges facing Sudan President Omar al-Bashir at the International Criminal
Young Africans fed up with western media stereotypes take to Twitter
Africans are posting pictures of everything from ancient mosques to new stadiums and modern art under the hashtag #TheAfricaTheMediaNeverShowsYou in an effort