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Forces in the Tigray region of Ethiopia have accused the government and its allies from neighbouring Eritrea of launching "massive offensives" in the northwest of the region. The Ethiopian government said the Tigrayans were expanding the…

A South African court has revoked oil giant shell’s permit to explore offshore oil and gas in an ecologically sensitive area. This comes as a major victory for environmentalists and coastal communities. Exploration Rights Activists…

The International Monetary Fund has approved a $1.3bn (£1.1bn) loan to Zambia. The fund would help Zambia restore economic stability and foster higher and more inclusive growth. Meanwhile, the commission said that Zambia was dealing…

Guinea's military junta, Colonel Mamady Doumbouya has insisted it is committed to hosting the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Colonel Mamady said he will release funds and fast-track access to land to help the country's preparations. The…

A seven-judge bench has begun hearing petitions seeking to overturn the election of William Ruto as Kenya's president elect. Led by Chief Justice, Martha Koome, the judges have ordered the electoral commission to grant party agents of…

The first shipment of grain from Ukraine to Africa since the war began has arrived at the Red Sea port of Djibouti. Report says the Lebanese-flagged MV Brave Commander is carrying 23,000 tonnes of wheat bound for neighbouring Ethiopia.…

At least 19 people were killed and 21 others injured after police in Madagascar's south-eastern town of Ikongo opened fire on protesters. Report says the protesters who were angered by the kidnapping of a child with albinism, were armed…

The Tanzanian government has launched a four-day real estate census. Authorities say the real estate census is aimed at determining the number of buildings, ownership, cost, and availability of basic infrastructure in the country.…

The Supreme Court in Kenya is set to hold a pre-trial conference on petitions seeking to invalidate the presidential election results. Nine petitions were lodged last week seeking to overturn William Ruto’s win. Conference The conference…

The United Nations says efforts to deliver humanitarian aid in the embattled northern Ethiopia region of Tigray have been suspended. This comes after fresh fighting broke out last week. Report says the renewed violence, currently…