62 Nigerians held in Uganda denied legal access — Lawyer
Fresh concerns have emerged over the detention of 62 Nigerians as Ugandan authorities allegedly denied the detainees access to legal representation. The Nigerians, said to be members of a Christian missionary group, Life Mission, were detained by immigration authorities over…
Sudan Faces “Massive” Humanitarian Crisis as Aid Shortfalls Deepen Across War Zones
Sudan Faces “Massive” Humanitarian Crisis as Aid Shortfalls Deepen Across War Zones Sudan is confronting a rapidly worsening humanitarian emergency as international aid agencies warn that funding gaps, ongoing fighting, and restricted access are severely limiting relief efforts across the…
Sudan’s Armed Forces Are Falling Under Islamist Control
As the Sudanese Armed Forces have faced setbacks on the battlefield in Sudan’s civil war, they have increasingly turned to Islamists to shore up power—with gruesome results. In mid-March, the US designated the Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood (SMB) and its armed…
South Africa emerges production base for Chinese brand Jetour’s T1 and T2 SUV models
Jetour’s parent company, Chery Automobile, acquired Rosslyn in January this year; this facility, previously owned by Nissan, will now be used for the production of SUVs in South Africa’s capital city, Pretoria. In March, data-based reports confirmed that the company…
FG to begin voluntary repatriation of Nigerians from South Africa over xenophobic attacks
The federal government says it has commenced plans for the voluntary repatriation of Nigerians in South Africa following xenophobic attacks targeting foreign nationals in the former apartheid country. In a statement on Sunday, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, minister of foreign affairs, said…
China’s zero-tariff policy on goods from 53 African countries
There is no better mirror than a true friend,” says a popular African proverb This maxim is quite apt while assessing the long-existing China-Africa cooperation. This is because the partnership, which began more than seven decades ago, has been based…
African administrator wants to run for FIFA presidency
An African football administrator has officially confirmed his bid to run for FIFA presidency, challenging Gianni Infantino, who is seeking a fourth term. The 76th FIFA Congress took place in Vancouver on Thursday, and on the same day, Cameroonian Jean…
US imposes sanctions on DR Congo ex-President Kabila alleging rebel support
The US has imposed sweeping sanctions on former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila, accusing him of backing the M23 rebel group. Washington alleges he provided financial support, encouraged defections from the Congolese army and even “sought to launch…
Burkina Faso ups security after Mali attacks
The ruling junta in Burkina Faso has tightened security in the capital Ouagadougou in the wake of coordinated attacks in its neighbour and ally Mali, security sources told AFP on Wednesday. On Tuesday, Burkina Faso’s security ministry announced the launch…
Julius Malema Tells South Africans to “Love African Migrants” Amid Xenophobia Crisis
Leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Julius Malema, on Thursday morning issued a message to supporters reaffirming the party’s ideological stance. Addressing “Commissars, fighters, ground forces, fellow South Africans, Africans, and diaspora,” Malema urged followers not to compromise their…