Triumph in rescue operation overshadowed by captivity of over 150 students and teachers, spotlighting persistent security threats in vulnerable regions . Nigeria has recently made a significant breakthrough in its ongoing battle against kidnapping and terrorism. Authorities have successfully liberated…
Leading producers like Egypt, Kenya, and South Africa drive milk output growth amid efforts to boost local production, modernize supply chains, and reduce import reliance across the continent. Africa’s dairy industry is undergoing significant transformation, fueled by growing demand, investments,…
Military arrests President Embaló, suspends electoral process, and closes borders after gunfire rocks capital following contested presidential vote. On November 26, 2025, army officers in Guinea-Bissau seized power in a coup d’état that plunged the West African country into political…
Armed gunmen raid St. Mary’s Catholic School in Niger State, kidnapping 303 students and 12 educators, sparking national crisis and intense rescue efforts. Over 300 Nigerian students and 12 teachers were abducted by armed gunmen during a violent attack on…
From Local Roots to Regional Reach—How Kiswahili Gospel is Expanding the Influence and Spiritual Connection of Rwandan Artists Across East Africa and Beyond Rwandan gospel artistes are increasingly tapping into Kiswahili for their music, driven by a combination of historical,…
A Stark Reminder of Haiti’s Urgent Need for Mental Health Services as Social and Political Turmoil Exacerbates Psychological Distress The recent tragic case of a young man killing his father in Haiti’s northeast highlights a growing mental health crisis that…
The Fund for Haitian Women Aims to Raise $1 Million by 2026 to Support Gender Justice, Local Expertise, and Community-Driven Solutions Amid Haiti’s Crisis The Brooklyn Haitian community has made a historic stride with the launch of the first feminist…
Doha Agreement Marks a Major Step Toward Ending Years of Conflict in Eastern Congo Through Diplomatic Dialogue and Confidence-Building Measures The Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) and the M23 rebel group have signed a significant framework agreement for peace…
Government Cites Unverified Reports Amid Security Concerns Malian media authorities, specifically the country’s High Authority for Communication (HAC), have suspended two major French broadcasters, LCI and TF1, until further notice. This unprecedented move came on November 13, 2025, amid accusations…
The United States has overtaken China as Africa’s largest foreign direct investor for the first time since 2012, marking a significant shift in the continent’s investment landscape and geopolitical dynamics. According to the China Africa Research Initiative of Johns Hopkins…
Coconut is an extraordinarily versatile crop and a strong contender for boosting rural development, industrial growth, and economic diversification in Nigeria, a country ranked 19th globally in coconut production. The Nigerian government aims to nearly double coconut production from 224,186…
Nigeria has officially launched the Sugarcane Outgrowers Development Programme (SODP), a transformative initiative by the National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) aimed at revolutionizing the country’s sugar sector and reducing its reliance on imports. The programme is a cornerstone of the…