The Eswatini government has asked leading telecom operator MTN, to shut down social media giant Facebook.
The government wants to curb pro-democracy protests that have...
The party of former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh has defied his opposition to an alliance entered into with current President Adama Barrow.
President Barrow formed...
Police in Ghana have arrested celebrated dancehall musician Shatta Wale and one of his personal assistant over a fake shooting claim.
The Police announced the...
Sudan's political transition is facing a major crisis amid pro-military protests by some citizens demanding the dissolution of the civilian government.
The pro-military Sudanese protesters...
A self-confessed serial killer in Kenya has been lynched after escaping from custody this week.
Police said Masten Wanjala had escaped from custody with authorities...
The younger brother of the former Algerian president, Abdelaziz Bouteflika, has been jailed for two years.
Said Bouteflika was accused of obstructing the course of justice.
He was...
The Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for African governments to strengthen social protection systems and fulfill people’s rights to social security and an adequate standard...
