African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
Dar es Salaam: The commission investigating breaches of peace during and after Tanzania’s October 2025 General Election has been granted an additional 21 days to complete its work, pushing the new deadline to April 24, 2026. According to a Government Gazette notice dated April 4, the extension was approved following a formal request by the […]
KWALE, KENYA — Beneath the sacred, mist-shrouded forests of Kwale County lies a mineral treasure trove that could rewrite Kenya’s economic future. But as the government reopens the bidding for the Mrima Hill niobium and rare earth deposits, it faces a high-stakes balancing act between global geopolitical demands, a dark history of corruption, and the […]
BEIJING — In a move that has sent shockwaves through the global academic and creative communities, several of China’s leading universities have announced the discontinuation of numerous arts and humanities degrees. The institutions cite the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) as the primary driver, arguing that traditional roles in these fields are being fundamentally […]
South Sudanese civil society activist Edmund Yakani has called on the country’s leadership to urgently investigate alleged disparities in government payments, warning that failure to act could erode public trust and destabilize key state institutions. Yakani, the Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), said his appeal follows growing complaints and evidence […]
Nairobi, Kenya — Kenya’s tourism sector has staged a remarkable comeback, recording robust growth in 2025 and reaffirming its role as a key pillar of the national economy. According to the latest Kenya Tourism Sector Performance Report 2025, the country generated approximately KSh 500 billion in tourism earnings, driven by a significant rise in both international […]
Nairobi, Kenya – A new report by the United Nations has confirmed four cases of rape involving members of the Kenya-led Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti, including one case involving a 12-year-old girl. According to the findings by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, all four allegations of […]
MOMBASA, KENYA — Martin Kivuva has urged Kenyans to register as voters ahead of the 2027 General Election, emphasizing the power of the ballot in shaping the country’s future. Speaking during Good Friday commemorations at the Holy Ghost Cathedral in Mombasa, the Archbishop called on citizens to take responsibility in electing leaders committed to service […]
Juba, South Sudan –  The Government of South Sudan has taken a significant step toward strengthening economic governance after the Ministry of Finance and Planning signed a five-year Public Finance Management Reform Strategy Support (PFMRSS) project with the United Nations Development Programme. The 2026–2031 initiative marks a historic first for the country, becoming the first […]
Nairobi, Kenya – Families of Kenyans allegedly recruited into the Russian army have issued a passionate and urgent appeal to the Government of Kenya, demanding immediate intervention to secure the safe return of their loved ones caught in the ongoing Russia–Ukraine War. In a joint statement released alongside VOCAL Africa, the families described a harrowing situation […]
Nairobi, Kenya — In a bold and transformative approach to addressing youth unemployment and accelerating grassroots development, CorpsAfrica is tapping into the energy, innovation, and potential of Kenyan youth to create sustainable change across communities. Through a strategic blend of skills training, mentorship, and community-led initiatives, the organization is equipping young people with practical tools […]
