Africa

Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation in cocoa production, mining, energy, and regional development projects. The discussions was led by Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara during Ghanaian President John Mahama’s first visit to Abidjan. Both leaders addressed pressing issues such as terrorism, illegal gold mining, climate change, and maritime piracy…

Malian authorities today received a Russian delegation to reinforce security cooperation and address Mali’s current security challenges. Deputy Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation, General of the Army Yunus-Bek Evkurov, accompanied by the Russian Ambassador to Mali, Igor Gromyko, was received by Mali’s Transitional President, General Assimi Goïta. Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to…

The Malian government is intensifying its crackdown on armed groups by extending asset freezes on several high-profile figures. This is in response to emerging reports of a possible alliance between the JNIM jihadists and the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) rebels. The country’s Minister of Economy and Finance on March 4, signed a decree extending for…

Nigeria’s Kano State Islamic Police (Hisbah) have arrested 20 Muslims for eating and drinking in public during the holy month of Ramadan. Five individuals were detained for selling food during fasting hours, according to local reports. Hisbah deputy commander Mujahid Aminudeen confirmed the arrests on Monday, stating they were necessary to uphold the sanctity of…

Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno has signed a decree appointing the remaining 23 senators, just hours after the official proclamation of the senatorial election results. The newly appointed senators include a majority of activists from the ruling Patriotic Salvation Movement (MPS), with notable figures such as Dr. Haroun Kabadi, former President of the National…

Mali’s Supreme Court has summoned former Prime Ministers Moussa Mara and Oumar Tatam Ly to appear today as part of an ongoing investigation into the controversial 2014 purchase of a presidential jet. The case, which has raised concerns about the management of public funds, also involves former Minister Delegate for the Budget, Madani Touré, whose…

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has announced a significant investment of 121 billion CFA Francs to support agricultural development in Burkina Faso. This initiative aims to strengthen the country’s farming sector, improve resilience against climate risks, and promote sustainable agricultural growth. Speaking in Ouagadougou, IFAD’s Regional Director, Bernard Hien, revealed the funding after…

ECOWAS Launches Ambitious Project to Create Single Currency for Member States IFAD Pledges 121B CFA Francs to Boost Agricultural Development in Burkina Faso President Ibrahim Traoré to Receive Prestigious ‘Grand Commander of Peace’ Award at PALESH 2025 NDLEA Apprehends Notorious International Drug Kingpin After 17-Year Manhunt UNICEF Raises Alarm Over Rising Violence Against Children in…

Iconic Nollywood actress Genevieve Nnaji is in the spotlight for the entire month of March. Her role in the Nigerian film industry as both an actress and an activist for children’s rights *is felt beyond Africa’s shores. She has shown resilience and dedication in her craft and continues to use her platform to inspire millions….

Seydou Keïta was a renowned Malian photographer known for his black-and-white portrait photography. His work, primarily taken in Bamako from the 1940s to the 1960s, gained international recognition for its artistic composition and cultural significance. Keïta’s portraits captured the elegance, dignity, and changing styles of Malian society during the post-colonial era. Though his work was…