African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
Kenya’s athletics queens Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet delivered unforgettable performances at the Prefontaine Classic, a Diamond League meeting held in Eugene, Oregon, where both athletes broke world records in thrilling fashion. Kipyegon, the three-time Olympic 1500m champion, stunned fans by lowering her own world record in the women’s 1500m to an astonishing 3:48.68, slicing […]
Washington, D.C. — In a landmark move set to reshape the security and economic landscape of Central Africa, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have signed a U.S.-brokered peace agreement, raising hopes for an end to years of violence that have killed thousands and displaced hundreds of thousands in the mineral-rich eastern Congo. […]
In Summary The ban comes amid widespread protests led by Gen Z demonstrators marking the anniversary of the June 25, 2024, anti-Finance Bill protests, which saw dozens killed and scores injured. Thousands of protesters have flooded the streets in Nairobi and several other towns across Kenya, calling for police accountability, justice for victims of last […]
A leaked U.S. intelligence report has cast doubt on President Donald Trump’s claim that recent American airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities “completely obliterated” Tehran’s atomic programme, suggesting instead that the impact may be far more limited. The classified assessment by the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), leaked to select media outlets on Tuesday, concludes that […]
Tehran/Doha/Baghdad — Iran launched coordinated missile strikes Monday on U.S. military installations in Qatar and Iraq, marking a sharp escalation in an increasingly dangerous conflict in the Middle East. The missile attacks were in direct response to a surprise U.S. bombing campaign over the weekend that targeted three of Iran’s key nuclear facilities. Qatar swiftly […]
London, UK – The UK government is considering banning the activist group Palestine Action under terrorism laws following a protest at Royal Air Force Brize Norton, where members vandalized a military aircraft. The incident has sparked fierce debate over the balance between protest rights and national security. Incident at RAF Brize Norton In the early hours of Friday, activists […]
MOSCOW, June 18 (Prime Africa News) – Russia has issued a stern warning to the United States against providing direct military assistance to Israel, cautioning that such actions could “radically destabilize” the already volatile Middle East. The warning comes as the air war between Iran and Israel enters its sixth day, with no signs of […]
Summary Iran vows harsh response, Israel appears to intercept 100 retaliatory drones Several top Iranian commanders killed Oil prices spike, then ease from highs, amid fears of regional instability U.S. denies involvement, Trump seeks return to nuclear talks Jerusalem/Tehran (Prime Africa News) – Israel launched a massive military operation against Iran on Friday, striking nuclear facilities, […]
Summary Flight was bound for London’s Gatwick Airport Police say plane crashed on doctors’ hostel More than 200 dead, police say First fatal crash of Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner Ahmedabad, India – More than 200 people were killed when an Air India flight bound for London crashed minutes after takeoff from Ahmedabad on Thursday, marking the deadliest […]
KAMPALA, Uganda – A powerful explosion near the Munyonyo Martyrs’ Shrine in Kampala early Tuesday morning killed two suspected members of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), including a female suicide bomber, Ugandan authorities confirmed. The incident occurred as thousands gathered to commemorate Martyrs’ Day, a key event in Uganda’s Christian calendar. According to Uganda People’s […]
