What is behind the widespread protests in Kenya? | Policy
Kenya's youth reacted to the government's proposal with angry demonstrations and the police cracked down harshly. Widespread protests broke out…
Africa
The largest dance festival in the Democratic Republic of the Congo embodies the spirit of perseverance | In pictures
For Virginie Magumba, a 22-year-old professional dancer from Goma, eastern Congo, dance is more than just a career. “Dancing helps…
Do elephants really call each other by name? | wildlife news
In a remarkable experiment where artificial intelligence meets elephants, researchers have successfully demonstrated how the giant mammals call each other…
Niger revokes the license of the French nuclear group in an important uranium mine | Mining News
The removal of Orano's license highlights tensions with France, with Russia said to be considering the important site. Niger's military…
Is Burkina Faso on the brink of another coup? | Conflict news
Recent shootings, first at the presidential palace and then at the site of a public broadcaster, in the capital, Ouagadougou,…
World leaders launch program to boost vaccine production in Africa | Health News
The initiative announced in Paris will incentivize and offset the initial costs of vaccine manufacturing on the continent. French President…
Fossil fuel use, emissions hit record levels in 2023, industry report says | Energy
The share of renewable energy in global energy consumption reaches almost 15 percent, an all-time high. Global fossil fuel consumption…
Video: South Africa's Ramaphosa praises 'new era' at inauguration | Government
News South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has been sworn in for his second full term despite his ANC party failing…
Kenya abandons some proposed tax increases, including 16% VAT on bread | Tax
News Wide-ranging proposed tax increases, including a 16 percent value-added tax on bread, sparked protests and clashes in Kenya's capital.…
Teams, format, matchups: Everything you need to know about the T20 World Cup Super Eights | ICC Men's T20 World Cup News
The ICC Men's Twenty20 World Cup 2024, cricket's premier tournament, has reached the Super Eights stage in the United States…