Greek coastguard threw migrants overboard to their deaths, witnesses say
The nine are among more than 40 people alleged to have died as a result of being forced out of Greek territorial waters, or taken back out to sea after reaching Greek islands, BBC analysis has found.
WHO urges more blood donation in Africa to tackle health emergencies
NAIROBI, June 16 — The donation of safe blood should be intensified in Africa to help save individuals grappling with life-threatening health emergencies, including accidents, a World Health Organization (WHO) official said on Friday during World Blood Donor Day. Matshidiso Moeti, the WHO regional director for Africa, said that the continent should find innovative ways […]
Cyril Ramaphosa Wins Re-election as South African President
The new government of national unity combines Mr Ramaphosa’s ANC, the centre-right Democratic Alliance (DA) and smaller parties.
Millions Face Daily Struggle for Food Amid Ongoing Sudan Conflict
More than $2bn (£1.6bn) was promised at a pledging conference in Paris in April, but Mr Brady said “that is proving a little bit illusory”.
How a Kenyan farmer became a champion of climate change denial
Climate change deniers have found a new champion in Kenyan farmer Jusper Machogu. On social media, he has become known as a flagbearer for fossil fuels in Africa, but there is more to his campaign than meets the eye. At first glance, the 29-year-old Mr Machogu is just a young farmer with a knack for […]
South Africa’s Inkatha Freedom Party Joins Government of National Unity
Durban, South Africa – In a significant political development, Velenkosini Hlabisa, the leader of South Africa’s Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), announced that his party has agreed to be part of a government of national unity, which will also include the African National Congress (ANC) and the Democratic Alliance (DA). The announcement came during a media […]
Malawi Mourns Vice President Saulos Chilima Following Fatal Aircraft Crash
He died alongside nine others on the Malawi military aircraft that went missing shortly after leaving Lilongwe on June 10, 2024.
Search Launched for Missing Aircraft Carrying Malawi’s Vice-President
The cause of the aircraft’s disappearance remains unknown.
Why Tech Giants Are Investing in Africa’s Digital Future with New Data Highways and Increased Speeds
Key players in the African internet infrastructure landscape include multinational telecom giants like MTN (South Africa), Orange S.A. (France), Vodafone Group (UK), and Bharti Airtel (India).
Sudan’s Internally Displaced Population Approaches 10 Million Amid Escalating Crisis
This alarming figure underscores the severe impact of the ongoing conflict in the country.