Africa
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South Africa court halts return of ex-Zambian president’s remains, again
A South African court has blocked the repatriation of the remains of former Zambian president Edgar Lungu, halting fresh plans for a state funeral and deepening a dispute that has dragged on for nearly…
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11 Arrested as Riot Police Confront Anti-Fuel Prices Protesters in Nairobi
Despite the hype on social media, only a handful of protesters turned up to demonstrate in Nairobi Central Business District (CBD).
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Kenyan Double-Double As Korir, Lokedi Defend Boston Marathon Crowns
Defending champions John Korir and Sharon Lokedi completed a Kenyan double-double at the Boston Marathon on Monday, both delivering tactical masterpieces to clinch back-to-back victories in the 130th edition of the prestigious road race.
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Kenya, Tanzania Na Uganda Zashutumiwa Kwa Ukandamizaji Wa Wanaharakati Nje Ya Mipaka
Kenya, Tanzania na Uganda yametajwa miongoni mwa mataifa yanayoshiriki katika ukandamizaji wa wapinzani na wanaharakati nje ya mipaka yao, ikionyesha Afrika Mashariki kama kitovu cha mashirikiano ya kiusalama yenye sura ya kiimla, kulingana na ripoti…
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Congolese Refugees in Nairobi Protest alleged Killings in Eastern DRC
Congolese refugees residing in Nairobi, Kenya, staged a major protest condemning what they describe as ongoing killings and acts of violence targeting the Banyamulenge community in various parts of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
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Veteran journalist shot dead in Kampala, Uganda
A retired veteran Ugandan journalist and author was shot dead by a masked man near his home in capital Kampala, police said Sunday.
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Mugabe’s Son Pleads Guilty to Lesser Charges in Johannesburg Shooting Case
The youngest son of Zimbabwe’s former leader Robert Mugabe pleaded guilty on Friday to pointing a gun and illegally being in South Africa but denied shooting and badly wounding his gardener after an altercation.
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Tundu Lissu Meets Chakwera, Tables Seven Demands for Tanzania’s Political Reforms
During the talks, Lissu presented Chakwera with seven irreducible minimums he said require urgent attention to restore confidence in Tanzania’s democratic institutions.









