Tag: Africa
Fears for press freedom as billionaire takes control of East Africa’s largest media house
After the acquisition this week of East Africa's biggest media outfit by a politically well connected billionaire businessman, questions are…
Death toll from Ethiopia floods and landslides rises to more than 100
At least 102 people have been killed in floods and landslides triggered by heavy rains in the Gamo Zone of…
New US ambassador to South Africa summoned over ‘undiplomatic remarks’
The South African government has summoned the new US ambassador after he made what they called "undiplomatic" comments about an…
Senegal approves tougher anti-gay law as rights groups raise concerns
Senegal's parliament has approved a new law doubling to 10 years the maximum prison term for sexual acts by same-sex…
Chinese national arrested over attempt to smuggle 2,000 queen ants from Kenya
A Chinese national has been arrested in Kenya's main airport accused of attempting to smuggle more than 2,000 queen garden…
Madagascar military leader sacks cabinet in surprise move
Madagascar's military ruler Col Michael Randrianirina has dissolved the government unexpectedly, dismissing the prime minister and the entire cabinet, according…