US re-engages in GERD dispute as tensions between Ethiopia and Egypt escalate
Tensions have once again escalated between Egypt and Ethiopia over GERD, Africa’s largest hydroelectric project, and now Trump has offered to mediate
Uganda heads to elections amid internet shutdown
Uganda goes to the polls on January 15, 2026, in an election between long-serving President Yoweri Museveni against youthful opposition challenger Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, amid a nationwide internet shutdown and delays at several polling stations.
Patrice Lumumba look-alike at AFCON revives the revolutionary icon’s legacy
A viral AFCON moment featuring a DRC Congo Patrice Lumumba look-alike, has captivated the tournament and brought back memories of Congo’s first revolutionary prime minister
Africa voices outrage against US invasion of Venezuela and kidnapping of President Maduro
Following the shocking invasion of Venezuela and the abduction of President Nicolás Maduro, African states, social movements, trade unions, and political parties have responded with strong condemnation of the action, while expressing solidarity and support for the people of Venezuela.
“70% of Africans back reparations,” says Pan-African Progressive Front
The Pan-African Progressive Front has released a communiqué calling for reparations in Africa following the completion of a continent-wide survey.
The Alliance of Sahel States launches unified military force and strengthens regional security
A historic turning point in Sahelian sovereignty, as Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger bolstered their regional security through a unified military force and in the same week held its second AES summit.
Mali recovers over USD 1.2 billion after renegotiating mining deals
The government of Mali recovered at least USD 1.2 billion after conducting a sector-wide audit and renegotiating mining agreements.
Rwanda-backed M23 pushes conflict to Uvira despite Washington peace deal
Barely a week after Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) signed a peace agreement aimed at stabilizing the eastern region of the DRC, the M23 rebel group launched a renewed offensive in the city of Uvira, escalating tensions with neighboring Burundi.