Africa News Now, Author at ANN

Migration Death Toll Soars as Over 46,000 Reach Spain’s Canary Islands in 2024 Amid Rising Atlantic Crossings

In 2024, at least 46,843 people reached Spain's Canary Islands, one of Europe's main entry points for irregular migration across the Atlantic, according to the country’s interior ministry. This marks…

Africa News Now January 1, 2025

ANN Eastern Africa Southern Africa

South Africa Sends Envoy to Mozambique Amid Deadly Protests Over Disputed Election Results”

South Africa has dispatched a special envoy to Mozambique in a bid to address the escalating violence and unrest triggered by the country’s disputed October election. South African President Cyril…

Africa News Now December 31, 2024

ANN Eastern Africa

Hisi Studio: Redefining Fashion for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Kenya

In Nairobi, Hisi Studio is breaking new ground in the fashion industry by designing clothing specifically for the blind and visually impaired, a group often neglected by mainstream fashion brands.…

Africa News Now December 31, 2024

ANN Eastern Africa

Indian House Crows: Growing Menace to Kenya’s Ecosystems, Agriculture, and Tourism

The Indian house crow, classified as a pest under Kenya’s Wildlife Act, has rapidly become a significant threat to the country’s ecosystems, agriculture, and tourism. Originally introduced to East Africa…

Africa News Now December 30, 2024

ANN Central Africa

Chad Holds First Parliamentary Election in 13 Years Amid Opposition Boycott and Allegations of Fraud

Polling stations closed in Chad on Sunday at 6:00 pm local time (17:00 GMT) for the country’s first parliamentary election in 13 years. This election, which is part of a…

Africa News Now December 29, 2024

African Diaspora ANN Southern Africa

Rabada and Jansen Guide South Africa to Dramatic Two-Wicket Victory in First Test, Securing WTC Final Spot

South Africa's tailenders, Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen, produced a gritty stand to deliver a tense two-wicket victory over Pakistan in the first Test at Centurion, securing the Proteas’ place…

Africa News Now December 29, 2024

Northern Africa

Kenyan youths; on the slogan: we no go agree give the government.

Four young Kenyan men who went missing just before the Christmas holidays have been found alive, family members and rights groups say. Kenya has been gripped by a wave of…

Africa News Now December 28, 2024

ANN Eastern Africa

Mozambique President-Elect Calls for Unity After Deadly Riots Sparked by Contested Election Win

Mozambique’s president-elect, Daniel Chapo, of the long-ruling Frelimo party, has called for national unity and non-violence following widespread riots that erupted this week in response to his controversial election victory.…

Africa News Now December 27, 2024

African Diaspora ANN Northern Africa

Egypt and Qatar Push for Gaza Ceasefire to Facilitate Aid Amid Ongoing Conflict

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty announced on Wednesday that Egypt is working closely with Qatar to establish a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. The proposed ceasefire aims to halt the…

Africa News Now December 26, 2024

ANN West Africa

Devastating Fire Strikes Liberian Parliament Amid Political Crisis and Protests Over Speaker’s Removal

On December 18, a massive fire severely damaged Liberia’s parliament building in Monrovia, just a week after a similar scare at the complex. The blaze destroyed vital offices and archives,…

Africa News Now December 26, 2024

ANN Central Africa Northern Africa

France Begins Military Withdrawal from Chad with Handover of First Base Ahead of Upcoming Elections

France has officially handed over its first military base in Chad, marking the beginning of the planned withdrawal of French military forces from the country, according to statements from both…

Africa News Now December 26, 2024