Africa

Trump asks Liberian president where he learned English, his country's official language

"Such good English," Trump told Liberian President Joseph Boakai. "Where did you learn to speak so beautifully?"

Several African leaders, including Liberian President Joseph Boakai, sit with US President Donald Trump on July 9, 2025.
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Israel Allies Foundation launches six new caucuses in Africa 

 A man drinking water in the desert

The strangest attraction you’ll encounter in the middle of the desert

 Hezbollah supporters celebrate what they say is Iran's victory, after US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, in Beirut, Lebanon, June 25, 2025

Hezbollah’s presence in Africa poses a direct threat to American interests - opinion


Sudan gold mine collapse kills 11 in Red Sea state

Sudan has been plagued by economic instability and political turmoil since the 2021 military coup and subsequent civil conflict.

 An illustrative photo of gold mining in Sudan.

Ethiopia is the leader in African green development - opinion

Ethiopia’s green legacy initiative is setting a powerful example for climate action, with millions of trees planted and a bold vision for a sustainable future in Africa.

Overview of the town  of Lalibela, Amhara, Ethiopia.

Changes in tectonic plates: Africa on the path to splitting in two

A dramatic transformation of the Earth's surface: In the Afar region of Ethiopia, the ground beneath our feet is stretching and tearing at a rate of 16 millimeters per year

 Afar Triangle, North Africa

African farmers the latest to be conned by Moscow into fighting in Ukraine

Much like the Indian nationals who traveled to Russia under the promise of economic opportunity, the African farmers were reportedly promised jobs in a Russian shampoo factory.

 Russian soldiers walk amidst armoured vehicles on the day of a rehearsal for a military parade, which marks the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two, in central Moscow, Russia, April 29, 2025.

Study shows early humans adapted to Africa’s diverse environments before migrating abroad

Researchers analyzed over a hundred archaeological sites and environmental data to understand how early humans adapted to varied habitats.

 Study reveals early humans adapted to diverse African environments before migrating out of continent.

South African school bus swept away by floods, eight bodies recovered

South Africa has been lashed by heavy rain and snow since the weekend, in a severe winter cold front which disrupted transport and power networks.

 rs are surrounded by snow during a severe cold front in Barkly East, Eastern Cape Province, South Africa, June 11, 2025

Kenya's president says blogger died 'at the hands of the police'

Police say Albert Ojwang, 31, was arrested in western Kenya on Friday for allegedly defaming the country's deputy police chief online.

 People react during a protest following Albert Ojwang's death in police custody at the Central Police Station, in Nairobi, Kenya, June 9, 2025

WHO maintains mpox global health emergency amid rising cases in Africa

WHO highlights operational challenges and need for ongoing international support.

 WHO maintains mpox global health emergency amid rising cases in Africa. Illustration.

A changing North Africa celebrates Eid al-Adha

With Morocco facing economic and environmental strain, King Mohammed VI has called for a pause on animal sacrifice, prompting families to adapt their traditional Eid al-Adha celebrations

 A young man dressed as a sheep as part of a traditional Eid al-Adha practice in the High Atlas, June 5, 2025.

Mother convicted for trafficking 6-year-old daughter to traditional healer for 'eyes and skin'

The courts heard from witnesses that Kelly Smith sold Joshlin Smith for her "eyes and skin" to a traditional healer.

Joshlin Smith's mother, Kelly, and co-accused sit during court trial in Saldanha Bay, South Africa, May 2, 2025

Zimbabwe wildlife habitat to cull at least 50 elephants due to overcrowding

Meat from the cull will be distributed to local people to eat, while the ivory from the killed animals will be handed over to the parks authority.

 A group of elephants walk near a solar panel at a watering hole inside Hwange National Park, in Zimbabwe, October 23, 2019