Why are Kenyan Gen Z’s still protesting?
June 25 marks a turning point in Kenya’s history. What started in 2024 as youth-led protests against the Finance Bill grew into nationwide demonstrations. Led largely by Gen Z, protesters demanded jus...
26 Jun 22min
Lenacapavir offering new hope for HIV prevention?
The United Nations has warned that nearly three million children could contract HIV by 2040, with more than half at risk of dying from AIDS-related illnesses if prevention and treatment efforts are no...
25 Jun 22min
Deadline looms for migrants to leave South Africa
Police in South Africa have assured the safety of migrants and local businesses as civic organisations including the March and March anti-migrant group intensify calls for foreigners to leave. This pr...
24 Jun 22min
Benin and Niger push toward border reopening
Niger has set strict conditions for reopening its border with Benin closed since the July 2023 military takeover. Among them are a new defence agreement, greater transparency over foreign military act...
23 Jun 22min
What UK PM's resignation means for Africans
The UK's Keir Starmer has resigned as Prime Minister and Labour leader after weeks of mounting pressure over political missteps, a slowing economy and falling support for the governing party. We exami...
22 Jun 22min
Why I froze my eggs
She had set herself a deadline: if she reached 30 without finding a partner, she would freeze her eggs. Her name is Amarachi Amusi, a Nigerian influencer and entrepreneur. She is among a growing numbe...
19 Jun 22min
DRC Ebola: stories from the frontline
In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where the Ebola outbreak continues to challenge communities, there is still reason for hope. Despite fear, violence and mistrust, many patients are surviving a...
18 Jun 22min
Russia's security influence in the Central African Republic
Russia’s security presence in Africa may be entering a new chapter, with the Central African Republic at the heart of the story. Reports suggest Moscow is looking to replace private military operative...
17 Jun 22min
