2024 in sports: African athletes made their mark
2024 was a great year for sporting fans with several high-profile events dotting the calendar, particularly the Olympic Games in
42 killed in landmine explosion, paramilitary attacks in C. Sudan: volunteer groups
In central Sudan, at least 42 civilians were killed in a landmine explosion in Sinnar State on Friday and two
WFP says Zimbabwe’s food security situation worrying
Zimbabwe’s food security situation is worrisome, amid the late onset of the 2024/2025 rainfall season, United Nations World Food Program
Mpox cases in Africa surpass 65,000 mark
The number of mpox cases reported so far this year in Africa has surpassed 65,000, as the death toll surged
UNICEF raises alarm over increasing number of children facing multiple crises in Africa
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) warned that the humanitarian situation for millions of children across Eastern and Southern Africa
African clubs draw tricky opponents for 2025 FIFA Club World Cup
African clubs drew tough groupings for next year’s expanded FIFA Club World Cup. African champions Al Ahly were drawn in
Communal attacks kill more than 40 people in western DR Congo
More than 40 people have been killed over the last week in a flare-up of violence between two feuding communities
South Sudan President Kiir sacks key officials in sweeping reshuffle
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has dismissed the army chief, police inspector-general, and central bank governor in a major security
Ghanaian police arrest 30 suspects in post-election violence
A total of 30 suspects have been arrested in Ghana for looting and causing property damage during post-election violence, Ghanaian
Al Ahly kicks off defence of CAF Champions League with victory
Defending champions Al Ahly began their quest for a record-extending 13th CAF Champions League title with a 4-2 win against