Louisa Hanoune, leader of the Algerian Workers Party, has withdrawn from the presidential race, citing “unfair conditions” that favor the incumbent President Abdelmajid Tebboune. Hanoune announced her decision on Facebook, claiming that the legal framework is biased against Tebboune’s opponents and had been made so to prevent them from contesting. Hanoune, a veteran opposition...

Gambia’s parliament has rejected a bill to overturn the 2015 ban on female genital mutilation (FGM), contrasting with the majority approval when it was introduced in March. Speaker Fabakary Tombong Jatta announced the results, stating that a majority of MPs voted against the bill even before its third and final reading later this month. The… Read More »Gambia’s Lawmakers Vote Down Bill...

South Africa plans to address its electricity concerns with nuclear energy, according to Minister of Electricity and Energy Kgosientsho Ramokgopa. Recently, South Africa has experienced challenges in its electricity sector, with load shedding becoming the norm. However, that is now a thing of the past with Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd.’s recent announcement of uninterrupted 100-day… Read More...

The Dangote Group aims to generate $30 billion in revenue by 2025 and become Nigeria’s largest foreign exchange supplier. If successful, the group will have achieved a $455% increase in revenue within three years, using its 2022 revenue of $5.4 billion as a benchmark. The Group’s Chairman and Founder, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, announced this goal… Read More »Dangote Group Reveals Plans to...

The Royal Museum for Central Africa in Belgium is grappling with its colonial past, particularly regarding its collection of 40,000 objects obtained through violence during its colonization of Congo, Rwanda, and Burundi. A significant example is a necklace from central Africa, once belonging to Yakaumbu Kamanda Lumpungu, a proponent of Congolese independence who was executed… Read More...

In a recent media briefing in Pretoria, Police Minister Senzo Mchunu emphasized the urgent need for legislative reforms to enhance South Africa’s crime-fighting efforts. With the new administration now in place, Mchunu highlighted that current laws, particularly the South African Police Service Act, are outdated and inadequate in addressing modern-day challenges. Mchunu pointed out...

Three years after admitting guilt in the VBS scandal, Philip Truter, former CFO of the embattled bank, has been granted parole. Truter, who pled guilty in October 2020 to charges including racketeering, money laundering, tax evasion, fraud, and corruption, was sentenced to seven years in prison. Singabakho Nxumalo, spokesperson for the Correctional Services, confirmed Truter’s… Read More...

Former Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) national chairperson, Dali Mpofu, responded to allegations linking EFF leaders to VBS Mutual Bank, asserting that even if the claims were true, no criminal activity occurred. Last week, former VBS chair Tshifhiwa Matodzi struck a plea deal, admitting guilt in the bank’s collapse and receiving a 15-year prison term. In… Read More »Dali Mpofu Reacts to...

New Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has pledged to prioritize eradicating the notorious construction mafia from the country. These extortion groups are known for coercing local construction companies into paying unwarranted fees, hindering project progress. Former Public Works Minister Sihle Zikalala previously disclosed that the construction mafia has cost the nation over R68 billion. Addressing...

South Africa’s new Home Affairs Minister, Leon Schreiber, has pledged a rigorous crackdown on illegal immigration, signaling increased inspections across all sectors. With plans to deport those unlawfully employed, Schreiber emphasizes that maintaining border control is crucial for economic growth and investor confidence. The recent parliamentary debate highlighted concerns over the...

President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted in his recent newsletter the profound financial toll of increasing natural disasters on South Africa. He emphasized that these disasters not only hinder economic growth and reduce tax revenues but also necessitate higher spending on disaster relief and social support for affected communities. To tackle these challenges head-on amid climate change,… Read...

The South African government remains optimistic about resolving tensions with the United States of America (USA) following a congressional motion to reassess bilateral ties. Earlier this year, the bill was introduced in response to an International Court of Justice ruling implicating Israel in potential acts of genocide in Gaza, a case initiated by South Africa.… Read More »South Africa...

Burna Boy’s star continues to burn brighter and brighter. Virtually now the face of African music, he continues to rack up success after success on his path to global musical dominion. OKAYAFRICA 

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The latest Venice Biennale has the largest representation of African countries in its history. To break it all down, the Africa Institute has partnered with media platform, Light Work, to offer a limited series podcast. Hosted by Folasade Ologundudu, it contains conversations with the artists and curators bringing Africa’s voice to the global stage. THE… Read More »Everything is Connected...

At the recent 2024 Essence Festival of Culture, the magazine organized a panel of acclaimed chefs, who have been instrumental in bringing African cuisines to American diners. Having battled the fear of the unknown, these creative culinary geniuses have faced daunting challenges, but their efforts are paying off with increasing numbers of converts clamoring for… Read More »‘Our People...

Johannesburg Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda has indicated that the R200 surcharge on prepaid meters will not be reviewed soon as it is integral to the city’s municipal budget. This fee, introduced this month by Joburg City Power, has sparked widespread public outcry. Despite Finance MMC Dada Morero’s recent announcement of a review, Gwamanda explained that the… Read More »Joburg Mayor: R200...

Conceived by acclaimed architectural practice, Adjaye Associates, dot.ateliers is a stunning new structure in Accra, Ghana, which is a model of sustainability and an important addition to the community. An artist residency, the building is intended to function as a catalyst for artistic production and a meeting center for members of the Ghanaian art scene.… Read More »dot.ateliers in Accra,...

HEAT, a new winter arts festival in Cape Town was originally designed to spark life in an otherwise dormant part of the South African art calendar, but it’s showing promise to be much more. With “common ground” as the theme of the festival, organizer Mary Corrigall is encouraging galleries to take risks by focusing on… Read More »Turning Up the Heat                

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In a historic first, the Government of National Unity (GNU) held its inaugural Cabinet lekgotla to develop a national policy agenda. Key policies, including the National Health Insurance (NHI), were scrutinized and discussed. The GNU reaffirmed its commitment to Black Economic Empowerment (BEE), emphasizing economic growth and job creation. Some parties within the GNU argued… Read More »GNU...

The Gabonese government has added numerous countries to its visa-free entry list. Adding to the travel policy, which permits travellers from over 24 countries to enter Gabon without a visa, further developments, including funding for airports, hospitality sectors, and roads, have been set in place. These initiatives were implemented to make Gabon more traveller-friendly and… Read More...

Sucupira is the largest informal market in the Atlantic Ocean archipelago of Cape Verde. It’s renowned for white-sand beaches which are perfect places to relaxed while as the impossible blue seeming water laps at the shore. Head inland and you will find a mountainous interior that caters to the adventurous traveller and provides many great… Read More »There’s Something for Every Shopper...