African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
JUBA, South Sudan – Salva Kiir Mayardit has announced a major government reshuffle affecting key ministries and the country’s military leadership through a series of Republican decrees issued on Wednesday evening. The decrees, broadcast on the state-owned South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation, introduced immediate changes within the national government as the country navigates economic pressures and […]
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia – The responsibility of telling Africa’s story to the world is increasingly shifting from traditional media houses to digital creators and social media influencers, speakers at the first-ever African Social Media Influencers Conference (ASMIS 2026) have said. The landmark conference, currently underway in Addis Ababa under the theme “Influence for a Better […]
The US military says it disabled an Iranian-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman after it attempted to violate a US blockade and sail to an Iranian port. In a statement, the US Central Command says it observed M/T Hasna as it “transited international waters en route to an Iranian port on the Gulf […]
MOROCCO – A large-scale search and rescue operation is underway in Morocco after two United States service members went missing during a joint military exercise at the Cap Draa Training Area. According to US and Moroccan military officials, the troops disappeared late Saturday, prompting an immediate response involving land, air, and sea units. As of […]
Johannesburg – Hundreds of demonstrators marched through the streets of Johannesburg on Wednesday, protesting against what they described as rising levels of illegal immigration, a contentious issue that has fueled tensions between local communities and foreign nationals in South Africa. The demonstration forms part of a broader wave of anti-immigration protests, with similar action taking […]
Nairobi, Kenya – Kenya has incurred an estimated additional $143 million to $150 million in oil costs within the first 60 days of the Iran war, according to new analysis released by climate advocacy group 350.org. The group says the spike in global oil prices has placed a heavy burden on ordinary citizens and businesses, […]
NAIROBI, Kenya – First Lady Rachel Ruto has reaffirmed her commitment to advancing education and supporting children’s welfare, saying partnerships remain critical in addressing challenges facing learners across the country. Speaking at Farasi Lane School in Nairobi during the handover of a school bus she pledged last year, Mrs Ruto said the donation represents more than […]
NAIROBI, Kenya – Kenya has marked a major step in its wildlife conservation efforts following the repatriation of critically endangered Mountain Bongos from the Czech Republic, a move officials say strengthens the country’s long-term strategy to restore one of Africa’s rarest antelope species. Speaking at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport during the arrival of the animals, Prime […]
JUBA, South Sudan — South Sudan’s government has established a high-level multi-agency committee to investigate the crash of a Cessna 208B Caravan aircraft in Central Equatoria State, in a move aimed at strengthening accountability and aviation safety oversight. The Ministry of Transport issued a ministerial order on April 29, 2026, directing the formation of the […]
NAIROBI, Kenya – Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has raised alarm over what he described as the growing commercialization and privatization of peace initiatives across the globe, warning that mediation efforts are increasingly being treated as business transactions rather than genuine attempts to restore peace and stability. Speaking at the ongoing IGAD Mediation Reflection Conference […]
