Seeking stronger economic ties, Vladimir Putin wraps up a summit with African leaders
As Russia wraps up its high level summit with African countries Friday, just how much real influence does Russia have in the continent?
Nigeria swears in a new president facing profound economic and security pressures
Bola Tinibu takes over as president of Africa’s largest economy at a time when the country is facing unprecedented economic and security challenges. (Image credit: Ben Curtis/AP)
As Sudan enters its 5th week of conflict, thousands cross into neighboring Chad
Thousands of refugees are crossing Sudan’s western border into Chad, fleeing escalating violence. Aid workers are hastily coordinating basic necessities as the rainy season approaches.
Fighting between two warring factions could suck Sudan into a wider conflict
Despite calls for a ceasefire, the fighting in Sudan has not let up. The two warring factions, under the leadership of rival generals, are in danger of sucking the country into a wider conflict.
Pope Francis celebrates Mass with million faithful in Democratic Republic of Congo
A rapturous reception as Pope Francis celebrates Mass with a million worshipers in the capital Kinshasa. (Image credit: Alexis Huguet/AFP via Getty Images)
The trend of young Nigerians leaving their country in search of a better life
Young Nigerians are leaving the country in increasing numbers in search of a better life. It’s a trend that even has it’s own word — Japa — Yoruba for “to run, or escape.”