The Latest Breaking News from Africa

In tonight's edition: As we leave the old year behind us, we delve into the promise of young Africa. Its youth is key to changing relationships, both on and off the continent. Also, 2024 is set to be a big year for several of the continent's heavyweights. From elections to…

There’s no shortage of style and talent, but Africa will never realise its potential, say insiders, until it invests in its textile industry

Uncover the resurgence of Wagner Group as mercenaries regroup under new leadership. Putin's African foothold at risk without their mining operations.

Nicaragua has become a hot spot for migrants from around the world seeking to avoid a brutal trek through the Darien Gap jungle -- including the 303 Indians whose plane was grounded last week in France on their way to the Central American nation.

We begin with the war in Gaza, as South Africa launched a case Friday at International Court of Justice accusing Israel of genocide against Palestinians. Pretoria asked the court to order Israel to halt its attacks. This is the first such challenge made at the court over the current war.…

The east African country is a birders’ paradise, where a group of 80 female birders are pushing boundaries, finding friendship and forging careers in nature

Salah will leave for the African Cup of Nations after Monday’s visit of Newcastle and will miss at least six matches for Liverpool

Dec. 22-28, 2023

Black Panther and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever were global hits that played out in an imaginary African kingdom and feature a universe of black creative talent. What’s not to love about the franchise? Quite a lot, reckons cultural and literary studies scholar Jeanne-Marie Viljoen. We asked her to explain.