Islamic State spreads terror in Mozambique
As the humanitarian crisis in northern Mozambique continues, Tomás Queface speaks to survivors fleeing violence in Africa’s latest battle against Islamic State.
Africa eyes Olympic golds
More than a year after the Covid-19 pandemic forced a postponement, African athletes limber up for the Olympics, reports Oladipo Okubanjo.
Telecom fraud is robbing taxpayers
As 4G rollout ramps up, authorities across Africa are working together to tackle cybercrime. By Zachary Ochieng.
Nigeria declares war on pirates
President Buhari has launched a new security initiative to end piracy in the Gulf of Guinea. By Francis Ezem in Lagos.
Liberian press plead for state cash
Liberian journalists demand government assistance to keep the industry alive. By Jonathan Paye-Layleh in Monrovia.
ANC at war over corruption claims
With provincial polls less than four months away, South Africa’s ruling party is being torn apart by corruption wranglings. By Don Paul in Cape Town.
Africa to host major sporting event
Following the recent announcement that the UCI Road World Championships will be held for the first time in Africa in 2025, Andrea Dijkstra speaks to African cyclists about what this will mean for professional cycling on the continent.
In brief: African news round-up
Your quick news round-up from across Africa, including the latest kidnap-ransoms in Nigeria, Burundi’s thawing relations with the EU and the discovery of dead miners in South Africa.
Ethiopia grapples with Oromo attacks
While civil war continues against northern Tigray rebels, an attack by Oromo insurgents on the eve of provincial elections has shined yet more light on Ethiopia’s security crisis. By Zachary Ochieng.
Trezeguet’s big win for charity
Why the Aston Villa and Egypt forward has donated $20,000 to a children’s hospital in Cairo.
SA cracks down on wildlife crime and lion hunting
South Africa is to ban canned lion hunts and the trade in endangered animal parts as the country looks to salvage its damaged reputation. By Britt Collins.
Kenya grapples with debt crisis
As Kenya’s lockdown bills skyrocket, the country is faced with a new era of austerity, government borrowing and tax hikes. By Zachary Ochieng in Nairobi.