Nigeria-Boko Haram: Prosecutor urges ICC inquiry into war crimes
The decision follows a decade-long investigation into the conflict with Boko Haram militants.
Disney announces landmark African collaboration with Kugali
shareSharenocloseShare pagelinkCopy linkAbout sharing image copyrightDisney/Kugali The pledge by Ugandan animator Hamid Ibrahim to the BBC that his team’s work is “going to kick Disney’s ass” certainly got the company’s attention. Two years on
Nigeria Warns of Possible New COVID-19 Wave
Nigeria may be on the verge of a second wave of COVID-19 infections, the health minister warned Thursday, as another official said the country expects to roll out a vaccine by April next year. Osagie Ehanire, speaking at a news
Black Lives Matter: Activists demand #EndSARS protesters’ release
shareSharenocloseShare pagelinkCopy linkAbout sharing image copyrightGetty Images Prominent Black Lives Matters activists and celebrities have written to Nigeria’s president demanding justice over the treatment of people during protests against police brutality. The group, which
Cameroon Opposition Leader’s De Facto House Arrest Ends
YAOUNDE — Hundreds of supporters of Cameroon opposition leader Maurice Kamto have gathered at his home after his months-long de facto house arrest suddenly ended. Heavily armed police stationed at his home since September 22 left on Tuesday, but authorities
Poorer people left behind as rich nations hoard COVID-19 vaccine
Nine out of 10 people in dozens of poor nations could miss out on getting vaccinated against coronavirus next year.
How to reignite Africa’s growth and avoid the need for future debt jubilee
In ancient times, debt jubilees were customary after wars or dramatic events. By wiping out debts, these jubilees sought to avoid polarization and social tensions. Today, the massive dislocations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic provide justification for the international community
How to Pretend You’re in Dakar Today
Gorée Island is one of a handful of islands reachable by ferry from mainland Dakar.Credit…Sebastian Modak/The New York Times How to Pretend You’re in Dakar Today The Senegalese capital has an aura that seeps into the soul. Bustling and
US Adds Nigeria to Religious Freedom Blacklist
The United States on Monday placed Nigeria on a religious freedom blacklist, paving the way for potential sanctions if it does not improve its record. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo designated the U.S. ally — for the first time —
Ghana elections: Vote counting begins
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