African News
UN Libya mission alarmed by reported torture footage in detention facility
By: Reuters 15th January 2025 The UN Libya mission expressed on Tuesday its alarm over what it said was footage circulating on social media featuring "brutal torture and... →
Congo President replaces finance minister in cabinet reshuffle
By: Bloomberg 14th January 2025 Republic of Congo President Denis Sassou Nguesso replaced the nation’s finance minister in a cabinet reshuffle, after a squeeze on state finances... →
Nigeria's air force investigates civilian deaths after air strike
By: Reuters 13th January 2025 Nigeria's air force said it was investigating reports of civilian casualties during a weekend air strike that targeted armed gangs in the... →
Tanzanian activist released after being 'kidnapped' in Kenya's capital
By: Reuters 13th January 2025 A prominent Tanzanian activist has been released after being "kidnapped" on Sunday by three armed men on the streets of Kenya's capital Nairobi,... →
Nigeria, US sign deal to return $52.88m in assets forfeited by ex-official
By: Reuters 10th January 2025 Nigeria and the United States have signed an agreement to repatriate about $52.88-million in assets forfeited by a former Nigerian oil minister and... →
Sudan changes banknotes, boosting coffers but drawing criticism
By: Reuters 10th January 2025 A move by the Sudanese government to introduce new banknotes and compel people to open bank accounts has boosted bank deposits and with them the... →
MSF suspends operations at key hospital in Sudan's capital
By: Reuters 10th January 2025 Medical aid agency MSF said on Friday it has been forced to suspend its activities at one of the few remaining hospitals in southern Khartoum due... →
Sub-Saharan Africa economies well placed for 2025, Moody’s says
By: Bloomberg 10th January 2025 Sub-Saharan Africa’s economic growth is expected to improve to an average 4.2% this year from an estimated 3.8% in 2024, boosted by investments in... →
