May 10, 2024
South Sudan Peace Talks Initiated in Nairobi
Hosted by Kenyan President William Ruto, the talks are part of a broader initiative aimed at promoting African-led solutions to the continent's challenges....
May 10, 2024
South Africa's Top Court to Decide on Former President Jacob Zuma's Election Eligibility
The appeal follows a ruling from a lower court in April which determined that Zuma could run, overturning an earlier decision by the electoral commission to bar him due to a contempt of court conviction....
May 09, 2024
Uganda's Private Broadcasters Refuse to Air Presidential Census Message Without Funding
Uganda's privately owned TV and radio stations have refused to broadcast a presidential message promoting efforts to carry out a national census, citing a lack of funding....
May 08, 2024
Rwandan Activist Diane Rwigara to Challenge President Kagame in Upcoming Election
In 2017, Rwigara's bid to contest the presidency was halted, leading to her subsequent arrest along with her mother and sister on charges of tax evasion and inciting insurrection....
May 08, 2024
Ghana’s Supreme Court Begins Hearings on Controversial Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill
The first day of hearings was marked by a tense atmosphere, with vigorous exchanges between the legal representatives of the involved parties and Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, who noted the "intemperate" language used in some of the sworn statements....
May 08, 2024
Kenya Declares Public Holiday to Mourn Flood Victims and Promote Climate Action
In addition to commemorating the victims, the day will also be marked by nationwide tree planting activities aimed at combating the effects of climate change....
