Wildfires have been raging across Namibia’s Kunene region and the world-renowned Etosha National Park, raising serious concerns about environmental damage.
Officials remain hopeful that the country’s vital tourism sector will bounce back despite the devastation.

Namibia fires threaten wildlife and habitat in Etosha National Park

Seychelles is set to hold a rerun of its presidential elections between the two main contenders, after no outright winner was announced in the initial round.

Seychelles to hold presidential run-off 

After months — or even years — of training, and after travelling up to 150 kilometres to the town of Maralal in northern Kenya, pastoralists became camel riders for a 21-kilometre professional race at the international camel derby, cheered on by thousands of onlookers.


Hundreds take part in Kenya's international camel derby 

Japan has scrapped its Africa Hometown cultural exchange initiative following a wave of online misinformation and anti-immigration rhetoric. The program, which paired Japanese cities with African communities, aimed to build cultural understanding—not facilitate migration. However, a false claim about a “special visa” spread widely online, sparking public outrage. Here's what happened, why it matters, and how fake news is shaping immigration policy in Japan.


Japan scraps plan to bring African migrants amid mounting backlash

African leaders attending the UN General Assembly are advocating for a greater global role for the continent, Security Council reforms and Palestinian statehood.


UNGA: African leaders demand greater representation, push for UNSC reform

Japan cancels Africa exchange program after misinformation sparks immigration backlash


Half of the wildebeests in the Serengeti are seemingly “missing” in the latest survey of the region. An AI-driven model has unexpectedly shown there are fewer than 600,000 wildebeests in this part of East Africa – less than half the previous estimate of 1.3 million.

AI Count Slashes Great Migration Numbers By Half 

Eleven people detained in Ghana after being deported from the US have sued the West African nation's government over their detention in a military camp. There is growing opposition in several African countries over Trump's move to dump migrants in the continent


Ghana: Controversial deportations face opposition in Africa

Rwanda took centre stage as the first African country to host the cycling road world championships, in its latest use of sports to improve the country's reputation.


Rwanda hosts cycling's world championship in historic first 

Guinea: Voters in Guinea overwhelmingly supported a new constitution in a referendum held on September 21, 2025, with approximately 90.6% voting in favor. The new charter allows transitional military leader Mamady Doumbouya to run for president and extends the presidential term from five to seven years with one re-election allowed. 


 Guinea Voters Say 'Yes' To New Constitution In Referendum

South Africa's highest court has ruled that husbands can take the surname of their wives, overturning a law that barred them from doing so.


South African Court Rules That Men Can Take Wife's Surname 

#GRAVITAS | According to a report by The Guardian, a growing number of Kenyans, Ugandans and Ethiopians are being trafficked to Myanmar after they are promised well-paying, secure jobs. They are deployed in centres to conduct online scams and missing targets is said to lead to torture and oppression. Watch this video to find out more.


 Report: Kenyans, Ugandans, Ethiopians Trafficked To Compounds In Myanmar

Militants linked to al-Qaeda, known as JNIM, have launched a fuel blockade by targeting key truck routes into Bamako. The move comes after years of unrest in Mali, as truck drivers call for stringent security measures to protect vital supply lines.


JNIM militants launch fuel blockade, target truck routes into Mali’s capital Bamako

The International Criminal Court (ICC) will begin hearings on Tuesday against fugitive Ugandan warlord Joseph Kony, who faces war crimes charges over a reign of terror that left tens of thousands dead.

Kony, leader of the Lord’s Resistance Army, is accused of 39 counts of war crimes and crimes against humanity, including murder, torture, rape, sexual slavery, and pillaging. This marks the ICC’s first-ever trial in absentia.

ICC Hears War Crimes Charges Against Fugitive Kony

The Government of Rwanda, in partnership with China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC), is set to debut Africa's first-ever public flight of a self-flying electric air taxi at the Aviation Africa 2025 Summit.


Africa: Rwanda makes history, demonstrates Africa's first self-flying taxi 

At least 60 people have died and dozens more have been rescued after a boat carrying more than 100 passengers capsized in Nigeria’s north-central Niger State, according to local officials.


At least 60 dead in fatal boat accident in Niger state

South Africa is grappling with a deadly gang crisis—especially in Cape Town’s Cape Flats, where more than 100 rival gangs battle for control of the drug trade.

Frequent shootings, stabbings, and civilian deaths — including children — have become a grim reality. Many gangs recruit vulnerable kids as young as 8 to 15 years old.

The violence is fueled by deep-rooted inequality, unemployment, and limited opportunities — leaving families trapped in fear and communities struggling to survive.

Cape Town gang violence: Over 2,300 firearms seized In 4 years in flats

Hundreds of Workers Poured Onto the Streets of Accra, Ghana's Capital, Demanding the Cancellation of Africa's Soaring External Debt, Now Exceeding $1.3 Trillion. Ghana Is One of Over 20 Countries Restructuring Its Debt Obligations. The Protest Highlights Growing Frustration Across the Continent Over Unpayable Loans and Harsh Lending Terms.

Africa under crippling death: Protestors urge trade justice

Former chief justice David Maraga has criticized President William Ruto’s government over recent changes to Karura Forest’s entrance fee. Maraga claims the decision was made without public participation, violating article 10 of the Kenyan constitution. He also questioned the use of the eCitizen platform for payments, which has faced scrutiny from the auditor general. The sudden changes, he warns, could threaten Nairobi’s vital green space and undermine accessibility for all.

Ruto's popularity plummets: Maraga slams fee hike, cites constitutional breach 

ArcelorMittal South Africa may lay off over 4,000 workers—nearly half its workforce—according to the Solidarity union. The job cuts, initially limited to Newcastle and Vereeniging, now reportedly include the flagship Vanderbijlpark plant. The steelmaker has faced losses since 2023 and recently posted a R1 billion loss for H1 2025 due to low sales and prices. Talks with the government have failed to yield alternatives.

Arcelormittal South Africa to cut over 4,000 jobs, union warns

Africa's biggest pop culture and gaming festival draws tens of thousands of fans for anime, comics, cosplay, and celebrity meet-and-greets.

Comic-Con Africa draws thousands of fans and cosplayers to Johannesburg 

Indian exporters are increasingly looking to leverage their manufacturing bases in Africa to bypass steep U.S. tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. The move could help preserve trade volumes while deepening India-Africa economic ties amid shifting global trade dynamics.

India-Africa trade ties: Exporters to use their factories in Africa to shield from Trump tariffs

The Japanese government on Tuesday denied promoting immigration from Africa as it scrambles to dispel misinformation stemming from the designation of "Africa Hometown" cities following a Japan-led conference on African development.



Japan refutes reports of mass migration plan; misinformation spread on allowing african migrants

China’s exports to Africa are booming as U.S. tariffs drive African nations to look elsewhere. With countries like Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt leading the charge, Chinese products — especially construction machinery — have seen massive growth. In just the first seven months of the year, construction equipment exports surged 63% year-on-year, highlighting China’s deepening trade ties with the continent amid shifting global economic dynamics.

Trump's tariffs push China to African markets 

Malawi’s Vice-President Michael Usi has submitted his nomination papers to run for president against incumbent Lazarus Chakwera in general elections due in September. Representatives of Malawi’s political parties signed the Lilongwe city peace declaration—a collective pledge to maintain peace and promote fair competition in the lead-up to the September general elections.

 Malawi polls: VP seeks to run against President Chakwera

Islamic State is expanding its operation in northern Somalia, despite efforts from Somali forces to tackle the rising threat.

Security forces in Somalia on the hunt for Islamic state group militants in Puntland region

Kenyan authorities have recovered five more bodies in shallow graves near Malindi, Kilifi County, at a site linked to a suspected religious cult. The area is close to the infamous Shakahola Forest, where over 400 cult-related deaths were reported in 2023. Officials suspect the victims were starved or suffocated due to extreme religious practices. Investigations continue, with 11 suspects under scrutiny as fears grow over missing children in the region.


Kenya starvation cult horror: 5 more bodies found in shallow graves near Malindi

Leaders attending the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) included Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Kenyan President William Ruto, and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.


Japan Hosts African Leaders For Major Yokohama Summit | GRAVITAS

The bandit crisis in Northwest Nigeria is escalating fast, with deadly attacks, kidnappings, and mass displacement affecting thousands. Villages, highways, and schools are under constant threat. As violence spreads, the security, economic, and social consequences for Nigeria grow more severe.

Bandit violence in Nigeria rising despite truce efforts | Rural communities suffer

Congo: 50 Plus Civilians Killed In Deadly Retaliatory Attacks By ADF 

A new Ritz-Carlton safari lodge in the Maasai Mara, with rooms costing up to US$3,500 a night, has sparked a legal battle. A lawsuit claims the luxury resort threatens the world-famous wildebeest migration. We explore the high-stakes clash between conservation and high-end tourism, and the uncomfortable questions it raises about the future of one of Africa's most treasured ecosystems.

Maasai Sue To Block Ritz-Carlton Safari Lodge

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