Two killed after cargo plane veers off runway while landing in Hong Kong
Robert Mugabe Jr, son of Zimbabwe’s late former president Robert Mugabe, has been arrested and charged with drug possession after police allegedly found cannabis in his bag during a traffic stop in Harare. He was remanded in custody on Thursday while the court considers his bail application. Authorities say the 33-year-old was stopped on Wednesday for driving the wrong way down a one-way street. Police claim they discovered two sachets of cannabis in his possession, while fiv
Child soldiers released by South Sudan's People's Defence Forces prepare for civilian life
South Sudan’s efforts to end the recruitment of child soldiers appear to be paying off. According to the UN Mission in South Sudan, UNMISS, some children have just been released by the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF). Brigadier Akech Maker, SSPDF Brigade 16 Commander in Yambio, Western Equatoria, attended the official handover ceremony. “We, in the SSPDF, will not allow the recruitment of children into the army," he said. "If a child shows interest, we will guide
GenZ protesters return to streets in Morocco after pause
After almost 10 days without taking to the streets, young Moroccans resumed their protests in front of parliament in the capital, Rabat, on Saturday. Led by online youth collective, GenZ 212, they are demanding government reform education and healthcare, while tackling corruption and a cost of living crisis. One protester, Reda, said the gathering was organised to unify their ranks and coordinate their demonstrations. “It sends a message to the authorities. Even though we pau
Voters head to polls as Cameroon’s Paul Biya eyes extended term
Voters in Cameroon went to the polls on Sunday in a presidential election that is widely expected to see 92-year-old Paul Biya, Africa’s...
Kenya: protests rock Kakuma refugee camp amid US humanitarian aid cuts
Widespread demonstrations have rocked security in Kakuma refugee camp in north-western Kenya on Monday, with police firing live bullets...
Madagascar President alleges coup as soldiers join anti-government protests
A surreal scene unfolded in Madagascar’s capital on Sunday as soldiers were cheered by anti-government protesters, creating a volatile...
Hip-hop mogul "Diddy" Combs sentenced to over four years in prison
Sean "Diddy" Combs was sentenced to four years and two months in a federal prison on Friday, capping a dramatic fall from grace for the...
Peter Mutharika was sworn in as Malawi's comeback President at 85
Peter Mutharika was inaugurated as Malawi’s president on Saturday, marking a stunning political comeback for the 85-year-old who...
Abortion access in Kenya continues to be hotly debated, amid deaths
This is where 25-year-old Mary Olouch was buried after dying from a botched abortion in Karabok, a village in western Kenya. Next door,...
Seychelles votes amidst backdrop of drug and environmental concerns
Early voting has commenced across the island nation of Seychelles, setting the stage for a pivotal election where voters are weighing...
