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"Nigerians Are Bold and Ignorant" - South African Activist's Remarks Trigger Backlash Across Africa
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"Nigerians Are Bold and Ignorant" - South African Activist's Remarks Trigger Backlash Across Africa

Comments directed at Nigerians and other foreign nationals fuel renewed debate over xenophobia, immigration and social cohesion in South Africa

Our Reporter · Jun 3, 2026

US to Reduce Visa Processing Centres Across Africa, Retains Lagos as Regional Hub
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US to Reduce Visa Processing Centres Across Africa, Retains Lagos as Regional Hub

Major restructuring will reduce nearly 50 visa-processing missions across Africa to just 20 regional hubs

Our Reporter · Jun 2, 2026

Tinubu Receives Benin Republic’s New President Wadagni in Lagos
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Tinubu Receives Benin Republic’s New President Wadagni in Lagos

Leaders hold closed-door talks weeks after Wadagni’s inauguration, reinforcing bilateral ties and regional cooperation

Our Reporter · Jun 2, 2026

Sudan War: Over 3,100 Nigerians Rescued, Thousands More May Still Be Trapped
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Sudan War: Over 3,100 Nigerians Rescued, Thousands More May Still Be Trapped

More than 3,100 citizens have returned through government and humanitarian evacuation efforts since 2023, but authorities admit there is no verified figure for those still stranded

Our Reporter · May 31, 2026

Ghana Moves to Criminalise LGBTQ+ Identity, Advocacy as Parliament Passes New Law
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Ghana Moves to Criminalise LGBTQ+ Identity, Advocacy as Parliament Passes New Law

Bill criminalises LGBTQ+ identity and advocacy, while rights groups warn it could fuel discrimination and violations of civil liberties

Our Reporter · May 30, 2026

Eight Students Arrested Over Deadly Kenya School Fire That Claimed 16 Lives
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Eight Students Arrested Over Deadly Kenya School Fire That Claimed 16 Lives

Government disbands school board after investigations reveal alleged warnings ignored, overcrowded dormitories and locked emergency exits contributed to tragedy

Our Reporter · May 30, 2026

Energy, Climate Finance and Industrialisation Dominate AfDB Summit
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Energy, Climate Finance and Industrialisation Dominate AfDB Summit

Presidents and development leaders meeting in Brazzaville say Africa must unlock private capital and invest heavily in energy, infrastructure and youth development to accelerate economic growth

Our Reporter · May 28, 2026

Tragedy In Kenya As 16 Schoolgirls Die In Midnight Dormitory Fire
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Tragedy In Kenya As 16 Schoolgirls Die In Midnight Dormitory Fire

Survivors suffered injuries after leaping from upper floors during desperate escape attempts

Skyhighnewshub · May 28, 2026

Africa Day: Diplomats Say Africa Must Speak With One Voice in Global Affairs
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Africa Day: Diplomats Say Africa Must Speak With One Voice in Global Affairs

Diplomats and policy advocates say Africa must accelerate implementation of African Union integration frameworks to strengthen economic growth and regional influence

SkyhighNewshub · May 27, 2026

Sacked But Stronger? Sonko Emerges As Senegal’s New Parliamentary Boss
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Sacked But Stronger? Sonko Emerges As Senegal’s New Parliamentary Boss

Former prime minister’s election as Speaker sets stage for major political confrontation in Senegal

Our Reporter · May 27, 2026

Debt and Dissolution: President Faye Appoints Central Banker Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo as Senegal’s Premier
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Debt and Dissolution: President Faye Appoints Central Banker Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo as Senegal’s Premier

Ousmane Sonko’s dismissal signals widening split within Senegal’s ruling Pastef movement

Ozioma Iwuh · May 26, 2026

Congo Announces Visa-Free Entry for Africans From 2027
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Congo Announces Visa-Free Entry for Africans From 2027

President Denis Nguesso says new policy will promote continental unity, trade and free movement across Africa

Our Reporter · May 26, 2026

Africa Day: Putin Salutes Continent’s Progress, Expanding Global Influence
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Africa Day: Putin Salutes Continent’s Progress, Expanding Global Influence

Russian president says African nations are recording major economic and political progress amid expanding continental cooperation

Our Reporter · May 26, 2026

Gunmen Invade Congo Ebola Facility, Patients Flee Amid Chaos
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Gunmen Invade Congo Ebola Facility, Patients Flee Amid Chaos

Repeated attacks on Ebola response centres threaten efforts to contain deadly Bundibugyo virus outbreak in eastern DR Congo

Our Reporter · May 26, 2026

Uganda Confirms Two New Ebola Cases as Outbreak Spreads
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Uganda Confirms Two New Ebola Cases as Outbreak Spreads

New infections involve health workers in Kampala private facility

Atinuke Kolawole · May 25, 2026

WHO, Africa CDC Unveil $319m Ebola Response Plan for Africa
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WHO, Africa CDC Unveil $319m Ebola Response Plan for Africa

Emergency plan targets outbreak response and preparedness across Africa

Ozioma Iwuh · May 25, 2026

Peter Obi Intervenes in South Africa, Holds High-Level Talks with Top Ministers Over Xenophobic Tensions
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Peter Obi Intervenes in South Africa, Holds High-Level Talks with Top Ministers Over Xenophobic Tensions

On the sidelines of a governance forum in Cape Town, the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate meets directly with key South African leaders to defuse tensions and advocate for law-abiding expatriates

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

Over 1,100 Nigerian Migrants Return Home Through Kano Border
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Over 1,100 Nigerian Migrants Return Home Through Kano Border

A multi-agency federal and state framework activates comprehensive biometric registration and psychosocial screening to safely reunite undocumented returnees with their families

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

DR Congo: Angry Mob Burns Ebola Isolation Tents After Victim’s Death
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DR Congo: Angry Mob Burns Ebola Isolation Tents After Victim’s Death

Violence erupts at hospital in Ituri Province as residents reject Ebola diagnosis and clash with security operatives

Ozioma Iwuh · May 22, 2026

Xenophobia: Falana Files Case Against South Africa at African Commission
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Xenophobia: Falana Files Case Against South Africa at African Commission

Xenophobia: Falana Files Case Against South Africa at African Commission

Ozioma Iwuh · May 21, 2026