South Sudan President Salva Kiir has removed the head of the country’s electoral commission, just three months before the nation is scheduled to hold its first election. Kiir announced the decision on Tuesday night. He did not give a public reason for removing Abednego Akok Kacuol as chairperson of the National Elections Commission. Gabriel Bol… Continue reading South Sudan President Removes Electoral Chief
Two US government personnel suffered minor injuries after Eswatini soldiers accidentally shot them during an anti-smuggling operation, authorities said. The incident happened late Friday in a rural area in northeastern Eswatini. Government officials said the soldiers were carrying out an operation against smuggling when they mistakenly opened fire on the Americans. Eswatini authorities have launched… Continue reading Eswatini US Personnel Shooting Sparks Investigation
South African police have issued a warning to women after another woman’s body was discovered east of Johannesburg, bringing the number of reported female victims found in the area in recent months to seven. The latest body was found on Tuesday in Kwa-Thema, about 34 kilometres from Kempton Park. Police said the victim was fully… Continue reading South African Police Alert After Seventh Woman Found
Africa’s largest oil refinery has opened its ownership to retail investors, creating major excitement in Nigeria’s investment market. Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote launched the initial public offering on Monday. The refinery plans to raise about $1.6 billion from investors across Africa. Dangote described the offering as an IPO “for the people.” He said he wants… Continue reading Dangote Refinery IPO: Africa’s Biggest Opens to Investors
At least 21 people have died after a major road crash in South Africa’s Western Cape province. The collision happened late Sunday on the N1 highway between Prince Albert and Leeu-Gamka, about 380 kilometres east of Cape Town. Authorities said two Toyota minibus taxis collided head-on. A Suzuki SUV then crashed into the wreckage. The… Continue reading South Africa Road Crash Kills 21
Niger’s junta leader has appointed a new Niger military chief less than two weeks after a deadly mutiny shook the military government in Niamey. Gen. Abdourahamane Tchiani appointed Brig. Gen. Mamane Sani Kiaou as chief of staff of the armed forces. State television announced the decision late Friday. Kiaou replaces Maj. Gen. Moussa Salaou Barmou,… Continue reading Niger Military Chief Replaced After Mutiny
Nigeria’s parliament has suspended official visits to South Africa indefinitely following renewed anti-migrant violence targeting Nigerians and other African nationals. The National Assembly also ordered lawmakers to boycott legislative activities hosted or organised by South African authorities. The measure will remain in place until further notice. However, the decision does not cover government-to-government visits. Instead,… Continue reading Nigeria Parliament South Africa Visits Suspended
A devastating Congo school fire killed at least 26 students and injured dozens in Bukavu, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, on Thursday. The fire spread through two neighboring schools after starting at a nearby house, according to local officials and witnesses. The South Kivu provincial government said 19 girls and seven boys were among those… Continue reading Congo School Fire Kills 26 Students
The Tooro Kingdom new king has been chosen following the death of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who became famous after taking the throne at just three years old. According to the Associated Press, a royal selection committee named Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma as crown prince on Wednesday. Kijanangoma is a cousin of the… Continue reading Tooro Kingdom Names New King
Kenya has offered a temporary amnesty to undocumented East African nationals amid fears of a crackdown on foreign traders. The government announced the measure after hundreds of Burundians gathered outside their embassy in Nairobi on Monday. Many sought travel documents because they feared forced departures. The situation followed remarks from President William Ruto last week.… Continue reading Kenya Amnesty: Undocumented East Africans Get Relief
