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Zohran Mamdani has made history by becoming the first Muslim mayor of New York City and its youngest since 1892. The 34-year-old, born in Kampala, Uganda, is also the city’s first mayor of African birth, marking a…
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for an immediate end to hostilities in Sudan, where thousands continue to die in the ongoing war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid…
Tanzanian President-elect Samia Suluhu Hassan will be sworn in on Monday, November 3, 2025, in a private ceremony held under tight security. Unlike previous inaugurations, which were typically held in stadiums attended…
U.S. President Donald Trump has said he has instructed the Pentagon to prepare for a possible military operation in Nigeria, accusing the Nigerian government of ignoring the killings of Christians by armed groups. In a…
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has won a landslide victory in the country’s presidential election, securing 97.66% of the vote, according to official results released by the electoral commission. The…
The African Union (AU) has appointed Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni to lead mediation efforts aimed at ending the conflict between Sudan’s Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), the AU…
Police in Tanzania’s largest city fired live rounds and tear gas on Thursday to disperse demonstrators who returned to the streets a day after a general election marred by allegations of repression, disqualifications,…
More than 37 million Tanzanians are voting today in general elections to choose the country’s next president, members of parliament, and local government leaders. The polls opened on Wednesday, October 29, 2025,…
Twelve people, most of them tourists, have died after a civilian aircraft crashed in southeastern Kenya on Tuesday morning. The plane went down in the Tsimba Golini area of Kwale County shortly after taking off from…
On Friday, October 24, 2025, the African Community Football Tournament officially kicked off in Brisbane, Queensland, bringing together diverse African communities from across the state. The annual event is a vibrant…
At least 63 people have died in a road accident in Uganda involving two buses, smaller vehicles, and motorcycles. The crash occurred at 12:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Kampala time (09:15 p.m on GMT). According to a statement…
Raila Odinga, Kenya’s former Prime Minister and one of the country’s most influential political figures for more than three decades, has died at the age of 80. According to officials at the Sreedhareeyam Ayurvedic Eye…
A Kenyan police officer assigned to guard the gates of the President's official residence in Nairobi has died after being shot with an arrow while on duty. The incident occurred on the morning of Monday, October 13,…
Celebrated journalist and politician Gashegu Muramira has been awarded the 2024 Media Award in the Online/Printing Category, recognizing his exceptional service, integrity, and leadership in journalism and public…
The E1 all-electric powerboat racing series made its African debut in Lagos, Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in bringing global sports events to the continent. Teams backed by international celebrities such as…
Representatives of the government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the AFC/M23 rebel coalition have resumed negotiations in Doha, Qatar, aimed at finalizing an agreement on the exchange of prisoners.…
Emmanuel Nkosinathi Mthethwa, South Africa’s Ambassador to France, was found dead at the Hyatt Hotel in Paris after being reported missing for a day. The discovery was reported on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. French…
Eight candidates have officially launched their campaigns for Uganda’s presidency, ahead of elections scheduled for January 2026. The campaigns began on September 29, 2025, and will run until January 12, 2026. Among…
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli and Minister for Multicultural Affairs Fiona Simpson welcomed leaders of the African community to a special dinner at Parliament House on Thursday evening, on 25 September 2025. The…
Vital Kamerhe resigned from his position as President of the National Assembly of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Monday afternoon, September 22, citing personal reasons. The 66-year-old has faced accusations…
In Kericho County, in western Kenya, students set fire to their school after being denied the chance to watch a Premier League match between Manchester City and Arsenal. The incident happened on Sunday, September 21,…
Economic Growth: Rwanda's economy grew by 7.8% in Q2 2025, up from 6.5% in Q1. The growth was driven mainly by commercial activities and other key sectors. Global Cycling Event: Rwanda hosted the Road World…
Ukrainian soldiers have announced that they captured several Kenyans who were fighting on the side of Russia in the war that has lasted more than three years between the two countries. They were captured in Kharkiv…
The United Nations has raised alarm over a worsening hunger crisis in Sudan, where more than 25 million people are struggling to survive amid escalating conflict and dwindling humanitarian aid. UN spokesperson Stéphane…