Cameroon’s Paul Biya seeks eighth term in power as youth vow to give the election a wide berth
Cameroon faces escalating security crises. In the western region, a secession fight has long brewed mainly among English-speaking citizens who claim they are marginalised by the French-speaking majority. In the north, the Boko Haram insurgency spills over from neighbouring Nigeria, with armed groups routinely attacking border towns.
Israel denies stripping naked South African activists on Gaza flotilla over genocide case
Speaking after their return, the activists, which include the grandson of Nelson Mandela, said they were singled out after Israeli guards noticed that they were from South Africa. Two Muslim women among the group said they had their hijabs ripped off their heads and were forced to strip naked in front of Israeli soldiers.
Africa told to develop tourism industry for increased foreign exchange earnings
More than 70 per cent of Sub-Saharan Africa’s population is under 30, giving countries like Kenya the chance to build youth-driven platforms such as booking apps, mobile phone payments and virtual tours that can connect local operators with global markets.
In Mauritania’s ‘divorce market’ marriage split is pursued by wives and celebrated with ‘divorce party’
Despite these concerns, Mauritania’s “divorce market” stands out as a powerful example of how cultural practices can redefine social norms and empower individuals, particularly women, in ways that defy conventional expectations.
Morocco Gen Z: State agrees to reform demands as police kill three protesters
The chaos came despite warnings from authorities, political parties in government and the opposition and the organizers themselves. In a statement published on Discord, the Gen Z 212 protest movement earlier on Wednesday implored protesters to remain peaceful and blasted “repressive security approaches.”
Gen Z Madagascar: Protesters suspend protests in capital Antananarivo for 24 hours
The United Nations says at least 22 people have been killed and more than 100 injured so far in the week-long protests. The government rejects those figures.
As African nations worry about AGOA trade window lapse, there are signs US is considering extension
Experts say AGOA needs major reforms to live up to its promise. Some companies flag the requirement that eligible countries be re-certified each year as a source of uncertainty that deters long-term investments.
Textile exporters to US plan massive job cuts in Kenya and rest of Africa as AGOA runs full course
A key example of the deal’s impact can be found in Kenya, where it has allowed the country’s textile and apparel sector – makers of jeans, for instance – to effectively compete with Asian exporters such as in Bangladesh and Vietnam.
Former Congo President Kabila sentenced to death by military court for treason
Former DRC President Joseph Kabila did not attend the trial and was not represented by legal counsel. Neither he nor his representatives were immediately available for comment. His whereabouts were not immediately known.
Seychelles’ 77,000 registered voters fail to elect new president, rerun on cards to pick between top two
Opposition figure Patrick Herminie received 48.8 per cent of the vote, while the incumbent, Wavel Ramkalawan, garnered 46.4 per cent, according to official results. A candidate needs to win more than 50 per cent of the vote to be declared victorious.
