Paving the way to the debate at the UN General Assembly, Nelson Mandela Peace Summit marked the centenary of the birth of South Africa’s first democratically-elected President
NEWS
France proposes sanctions against Tripoli militias
At the U.N. Security Council France proposes to implement sanctions on militias involved in ongoing clashes between rival factions Tripoli, which has undermined U.N. efforts
EU expects Arab League aid in handling migration
On 19 September the heads of state or government met for an informal working dinner on migration in Salzburg, Austria. Leaders discussed the latest developments
Tanzania freezes family planning ads
Tanzania has suspended broadcasting of family planning ads of U.S.-funded project, a health ministry letter said, a fortnight after President John Magufuli pointed out family planning was
eu-africa
EU towards “new partnership” with Africa
‘To speak of the future, one must speak of Africa – Europe’s twin continent. Africa is the future: By 2050, Africa’s population will number 2.5
ACP meeting in Brussels
Members of Parliaments from Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific gathered in Brussels this week for the 47th session of the ACP Parliamentary Assembly, and
Africa /Human rights
Tanzania freezes family planning ads
Tanzania has suspended broadcasting of family planning ads of U.S.-funded project, a health ministry letter said, a fortnight after President John Magufuli pointed out family planning was
U.N. issues devastating Burundi HR report
More crimes against humanity were committed in Burundi in 2017 and 2018, whipped up by rhetoric from top officials including President Pierre Nkurunziza, a U.N.
politics
Mandela Peace Summit at UN General Assembly
Paving the way to the debate at the UN General Assembly, Nelson Mandela Peace Summit marked the centenary of the birth of South Africa’s first democratically-elected President
Mugabe accepts Mnangagwa election victory
Zimbabwe’s former President Robert Mugabe said that he accepted the election victory of his successor, Emmerson Mnangagwa, IOL news site reports. “Mnangagwa won. It’s now constitutional…
Mnangagwa vows to open probe into post-election violence
Zmbabwe‘s newly sworn-in President Emmerson Mnangagwa vowed on Sunday, August 26 to open a probe into violence which followed the country’s first election since Robert
Mnangagwa calls for peace ahead of inauguration
Zimbabwe’s president elect Emmerson Mnangagwa will be inaugurated on Sunday, August 26. Crowds of supporters are expected to gather at Zimbabwe National Sports Stadium for
Outstanding diplomat Kofi Annan passed away
Kofi Annan passed away on August 18 at the age of 80, the UN Migration Agency confirmed. Annan, a former diplomat from Ghana, led the
Chamisa challenges Mnangagwa in Court
Zimbabwe’s opposition leader Nelson Chamisa, filed a court challenge against President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s election victory, he wrote on Twitter, a step that would delay Mnangagwa’s
DEVELOPMENT/AID
May vows to invest in Africa
Theresa May has announced plans to boost the UK investment in Africa after leaving the European Union. The declaration of intention took place during her
AID/IMMIGRATION
Russia assisting Africa energy projects
The African continent is in vital need of energy investments, and Russia could become one of its key partners, according to President Vladimir Putin attending
EU expects Arab League aid in handling migration
On 19 September the heads of state or government met for an informal working dinner on migration in Salzburg, Austria. Leaders discussed the latest developments
CONFLICT/TERRORISM
France proposes sanctions against Tripoli militias
At the U.N. Security Council France proposes to implement sanctions on militias involved in ongoing clashes between rival factions Tripoli, which has undermined U.N. efforts
WILDLIFE
Ten rhinos in Kenya died after transfer
Kenya’s wildlife minister apologized for being rude with his critics, and sending them to “hell” while he comes under mounting pressure over the death of
South Africa advances exports of lion’s skeletons
The export of lion skeletons is fuelling the business of these criminal enterprises and South Africa should be held to account for encouraging them, conservationists
Elephant language of survival
Nowadays Researchers believe that migration is just one survival mechanism elephants have developed in response to poaching, conflict, urbanization, agriculture, and other pressures in Africa.
Sibuya: lions ‘execute’ rhino poachers
A ranger with guests at the Sibuya Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape on a safari drive on Tuesday afternoon discovered human remains close to
Congo national parks threatened by oil drilling
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government has taken decision to open up parts of two protected national parks Virunga and Salonga, habitat to endangered species such
Namibia in search of Human-Wildlife Conflict resolution
Ministry of Environment and Tourism of Namibia has revised the national policy on Human Wildlife Conflict in efforts to prevent incidents that have escalated over
LIFESTYLE
Goddess Osun festival in Nigeria
Fertility goddess Osun festival attracts thousands of Yorubas, an ancient ethnic group in West Africa that numbers around 40 million, the vast majority living in Nigeria.
Moët & Chandon championship for best sommelier in South Africa
The intense search of for South Africa’s most talented sommelier started to select the top professional who will represent the nation at the 2019 Association
African Art Fair 1-54 presenting contemporary creations
The 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair has announced the exhibitors participating in its sixth London edition. From October 4-7, 42 galleries from 21 countries will
Cape Town restaurant leads in Africa
Cape Town restaurant The Test Kitchen under direction of Luke Dale-Roberts entered the list of 50 best in the world, and got labeled number One on the African
Drought impacts grapes harvest in Western Cape
South African Distell Group 2018 wine grape harvest was 30% down on the previous year due to drought in the Western Cape but grape quality was
BOZAR: Black speaks Black
Five short stories present Europe from the perspective of the young African diaspora. A group of young, talented Europeans with roots in various African countries
Contemporary African artists at rise
Contemporary African artists have been gaining appreciation on the international art market, a boom that’s been confirmed through record sales at auction. Africa: New Director
Jürgen Dünhofen ‘in solo’
Jürgen Dünhofen is a proud participant of @KKNK2018, the biggest Afrikaans cultural festival held in picturesque streets of Oudtshoorn. The Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees (KKNK)
