Concerns Raised by Reporters Without Borders Over Arbitrary Detention of Journalist in Burundi
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has expressed concern over the detention of Sandra Muhoza in Burundi, a sentiment echoed by her loved ones. According to the organization, Muhoza, who works for…
Drug Use on the Rise in West Africa.. Calls for Increased Prevention
Across Senegal and the wider West African region, the surge in drug seizures, particularly of cocaine, is causing concern among Gulf of Guinea states. For instance, on Sunday, April 14th,…
Madagascar: New Barea Stadium Not Approved by CAF
In recent days, the renowned Barea Stadium, located in the heart of the capital Antananarivo, underwent extensive renovations at a substantial cost and was inaugurated in September 2021. However, it…
Ethiopia: International Appeal for Contributions to Address Humanitarian Crisis
A call for contributions to address the humanitarian crisis in Ethiopia was launched on Tuesday, April 16th, in Geneva. This initiative, led by the Ethiopian government and the United Kingdom,…
EFCC Set To Arraign Cubana Chief Priest for Naira Abuse
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to present Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, before the Federal High Court in Lagos on Wednesday, April 17th,…
Tragic Altercation Leads to Fatality at Family Burial Ceremony
A somber event meant to commemorate the passing of a loved one turned into a scene of tragedy as a dispute between relatives culminated in the untimely death of a…
Resurgence of Piracy Feared in Somalia as Cargo Ship Ransom Sets Troubling Precedent
The recent release of a Bangladeshi-flagged cargo ship and its crew by Somali pirates, following a ransom payment, has reignited concerns over the resurgence of piracy in the region. This…
UN Envoy Abdoulaye Bathily Resigns Amidst Libya’s Political Stalemate
In a significant development underscoring the entrenched challenges facing Libya's path to stability, Abdoulaye Bathily, the United Nations envoy to Libya, has tendered his resignation. His decision reflects a profound…
President Bassirou Diomaye Pays “First Official Visit” to Leaders of Mouride and Tidjane Orders
Just two weeks after assuming office, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal embarked on a significant diplomatic initiative by visiting the leaders of two prominent religious brotherhoods in the country,…
Ivory Coast: Defense Argues for “Mitigating Circumstances” for Main Defendant
Another day of proceedings unfolded on Tuesday, April 16th, at the Economic and Financial Penal Pole in Abidjan, where a drug trafficking case has been under trial since December 22nd,…