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The Pope visited Equatorial Guinea, including a notorious prison, as part of his African tour. During his visit, he spoke out against war, the exploitation of resources, and called for greater law and justice.
President John Dramani Mahama announced Ghana's plan to introduce a free visa policy for all Africans starting May 2026, a decision that has garnered mixed reactions across the continent.
Millions of Africans are driven into deeper poverty annually due to medical bills, highlighting a significant challenge in healthcare access across the continent.
It has been announced that many African citizens will face increased UK visa fees starting from 2026, impacting travel and immigration plans.
Approximately 5,000 South Africans have reportedly accepted a refugee offer extended by President Trump. This development highlights a significant migration trend and the impact of US immigration policies.
Ghana has announced a policy to exempt all African citizens from visa fees, with the measure set to take effect from May 25, 2026. This initiative aims to promote regional integration and ease travel for Africans.
An intensive eye surgery marathon in South Africa has successfully restored sight for numerous individuals. The initiative has been met with widespread positive reactions from patients.
Brazil continues to suffer from the effects of slavery, which the UN General Assembly has declared the gravest crime against humanity, with a correspondent reporting from a site where nearly a million enslaved Africans were forced into the country.
Iceland was one of 52 nations that abstained when the UN General Assembly overwhelmingly affirmed that the enslavement of Africans during the colonial era was the worst crime against humanity, a resolution proposed by Ghana.
Reports indicate that a significant number of African nationals will encounter increased UK visa fees starting from 2026.
Africa is experiencing a population boom, with Nigeria alone seeing more children born annually than in the EU and the US combined. Africans are having four times as many children as Chinese, and in 25 years, one in four people will live in Africa, raising questions about its potential benefits or harms.
A controversial civic group, March and March, organized an anti-immigrant protest in Durban, South Africa, demanding stricter immigration laws and border controls, specifically targeting foreigners including Nigerians.
UN member states are voting on a seeking to declare the transatlantic slave trade and racialised enslavement of Africans as the gravest crime against humanity.
President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana reflected on the painful history of the transatlantic slave trade at the UN, recounting the suffering of Africans and calling for justice.
The European Union has issued a warning to Ghana regarding Russia's 'unethical' recruitment of African nationals for the Ukraine conflict, with reports indicating 55 Ghanaians have already died.
Ghana has formally submitted a draft resolution at the United Nations, seeking to declare the transatlantic slave trade and racialized enslavement of Africans as the gravest crime against humanity.
Thousands of South Africans protested in Johannesburg against Washington's pressure, at the call of the ruling African National Congress (ANC) party, whose secretary general called the new American ambassador 'deranged'.
South Africans often ask a recurring question: What changed in Argentina for the perception of our country’s economy to shift from risk to opportunity in just over two years?
The Pan African Lawyers Union (PALU) has warned that any country choosing to abstain or vote against Ghana’s proposed UN resolution on the transatlantic trafficking and enslavement of Africans risks being judged harshly by history.
Russia is reportedly recruiting men across Africa for the war, often through deception, with a high mortality rate among them, leading families to seek ways to repatriate bodies for burial.
A report delves into how Africans perceive and feel about military regimes, offering insights into public opinion on governance in the continent.
Andrew Veitch left South Africa after being held up at gunpoint in his car. But now he feels there are greater threats in the United States, he said, citing mass shootings in public places as well as violence by U.S. immigration officers. “People are being shot in broad daylight. American citizens are being shot and […]
An opinion piece by KIMANTHI argues that forcing or duping Africans to fight in the Russia-Ukraine war constitutes a form of neo-slavery, raising concerns about exploitation.
Renowned Ghanaian media personality and broadcast journalist Nana Aba Anamoah has been unveiled as the official brand ambassador for Nexus Global Services Ltd., a leading healthcare facilitation and medical support company committed to improving access to quality medical care for Africans.
Seneweb reports on the Forbes ranking of the 10 wealthiest individuals in Africa for the year 2026.
When Congo’s President, Felix Tshisekedi, squeezes his corpulent bulk into designer clothing, accessorised with expensive watches that would feed thousands of his immiserated citizens for years and climbs into a flying palace to shuttle around the world to weep crocodile tears and move the powerful to pity his long-suffering people, it is a diversionary dance in step with his Western audience
The United States government is reportedly planning to significantly increase the number of white South Africans admitted into the country.
A document reportedly indicates that the United States plans to resettle 4,500 white South Africans per month as refugees.
African families report that relatives seeking work in Russia were coerced into military service to fight in Ukraine, raising concerns about forced recruitment.
A document indicates the U.S. aims to process 4,500 refugee applications from white South Africans per month, a figure significantly higher than President Trump's stated refugee program cap.
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At least two South Africans have died in Ukraine while fighting for the Russian army, the Minister of Foreign Affairs announced on Thursday, specifying that the two victims had been…
Ghana's foreign minister says many of the Africans are victims of deception, lured by the promise of jobs.
President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Ghana's Minister for Foreign Affairs to discuss economic and educational cooperation, as well as strategies to counter Russia's recruitment of Ghanaian and other African citizens to fight in Ukraine.
Estimates suggest over 15 million Africans were deported during approximately 400 years of transatlantic slavery, with 10.7 to 12.8 million arriving alive in the Americas, highlighting the participation of African elites.
Ramaphosa thanks Putin for release of South Africans lured into Russia-Ukraine war the-star.co.ke
Ramaphosa thanks Putin for aiding South Africans’ return from Russia News24
South Africans lured to fight for Russia in Ukraine are on their way home Daily Maverick
Under South African law, it is illegal for citizens to provide military assistance to foreign governments
The platform, launched in collaboration with leading ecosystem partners including United Capital, Africa Prudential, UBA Pensions, Afriland Properties, Heirs Insurance Group, and Avon Healthcare Limited — represents a major step in redefining diaspora banking beyond remittances toward structured wealth creation and long-term investment The post UBA unveils diaspora platform to connect global Africans with investment, wealth opportunities appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Historian Jake Richards has published a book after a decade of research, documenting how thousands of 'liberated' Africans fell into forced labor systems and faced legal obstacles in their fight for rights after emancipation.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a warning that rising prices could push over 20 million Africans into hunger. This highlights a growing humanitarian and economic crisis across the continent.
A podcast investigates how the US far right embraced the false narrative of white South African persecution, a myth echoed when Trump granted white South Africans refugee status. The story highlights the propagation of falsehoods about Black people seeking revenge.
The US has admitted 4,499 refugees since October, with all but three being South Africans, specifically Afrikaners, a white minority group that the Trump administration claims is persecuted, a characterization South Africa disputes.
The U.S. has granted asylum to nearly 5,000 white South Africans, with the Trump administration asserting that Afrikaners face persecution, reflecting a tightening of U.S. immigration policy.
A report examines the US refugee policy for white South Africans, suggesting it is part of a century-long effort to maintain white populations in certain English-speaking nations.
Ghana's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, provided detailed clarification on the government’s newly announced free visa policy for African citizens, emphasizing security and digital reform.
A Durban resident living in Dubai has embodied the spirit of 'Ubuntu' by opening her doors and providing assistance to fellow South Africans who found themselves stranded in the UAE.
Consumers in Botswana are preparing for anticipated increases in fuel and electricity prices, expected to take effect in April. This has led to an expected rush of South African consumers seeking cheaper fuel in Botswana before the price hikes.
Many African citizens are expected to face increased UK visa fees starting in 2026, potentially impacting travel and immigration from the continent.
The UN General Assembly has adopted a landmark resolution defining the enslavement of Africans as 'the gravest crime against humanity' and calling for reparations. The African Union has welcomed this vote as a crucial step towards 'healing', urging African leaders to translate the resolution into tangible national development initiatives.
Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has said the newly adopted United Nations resolution on the transatlantic slave trade has created a pathway for sustained global engagement on…
Rising petrol prices and affordability pressures are increasingly influencing South African households' car purchasing decisions, leading to a growing openness towards hybrid vehicles.
President John Dramani Mahama is advocating for slavery to be recognized as a crime against humanity and is urging a shift in its historical understanding, noting that Ghana is home to the most slave castles and forts in Africa.
An opinion piece raises the question of whether young Africans should passively inherit existing sociopolitical values or critically engage with and potentially challenge them.
The Young Africans football club is facing significant disruptions to their plans to defend their title due to a series of injuries affecting key players.
The Tony Elumelu Foundation has selected 3,200 African entrepreneurs for its 2026 Entrepreneurship Programme, focusing on AI integration and green business management, following its earlier announcement of the upcoming cohort.
Applications to the flagship programme were received from over 265,000 young Africans, representing all 54 African countries, underscoring Africa’s vibrant entrepreneurial sector and the funding…
Paschal Donohoe, Managing Director of the World Bank Group, called for a fundamental shift in education systems to prepare young Africans for the labor market, addressing a growing mismatch between skills and employment opportunities.
African citizens express their views on President Trump's travel ban list, with many calling the restrictions on half the continent racist and unfair.
UNESCO recently highlighted a series of 17th-century documents. These reveal that the trafficking of Africans to exploit Bolivia’s Cerro Rico was the origin of the Black community in the country
The WHO Regional Director for Africa, Mohamed Janabi, noted that oral diseases are among the most common and preventable health conditions, yet they remain one of the most neglected areas of public…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police – Highway Patrol Group (PNP -HPG) ordered its patrol officers to save on fuel amid looming price hikes triggered by escalating tensions in the…
The US far right has embraced the false narrative of white South Africans facing persecution, a myth echoed by Donald Trump when he granted them refugee status, despite the reality of a repressive police state.
Men from South Africa who were 'lured' into fighting in the Ukraine war claim they were subjected to worse treatment on the front lines compared to other fighters.
Fifty four adults and nine children were flown from Ireland to South Africa on Saturday night
Allegedly 1700 Africans are fighting for Russia in the Ukraine war – apparently often recruited under false promises.
Ghana's Foreign Minister announced that 55 Ghanaian citizens have died fighting in Ukraine, among hundreds of Africans reportedly lured to fight for Russia.
Four other Africans earned recognition in the “Foodies” and “Originators” categories. The post Nigerian doctor makes TikTok’s 50 most influential creators list appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Reports highlight public dissatisfaction with South African municipalities, noting that a significant number of elected councillors struggle with basic literacy and comprehension.
A document indicates that the United States plans to admit 4,500 white South Africans per month as refugees.
South Africa Expresses 'Heartfelt Gratitude' For Putin Returning 17 Citizens Trapped In Warzone BRICS allies Russia and South Africa are taking steps to heal tensions related to the Ukraine war and allegations that groups of South African men were 'lured' to fight on behalf of Moscow. Last December, a Reuters investigation documented that South Africans were being recruited into the Russian armed forces under false pretenses. People were allegedly promised high-level jobs and el...
Ukraine claims that more than 1,700 African nationals are fighting for Russia in the ongoing conflict, while Russian authorities deny unlawfully recruiting African citizens.
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has thanked his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, for helping to secure the return of 17 South Africans allegedly tricked into joining the Russia-Ukraine war.
This comes despite Johannesburg being Africa’s wealthiest city by GDP
South African authorities said in November that they had received "distress calls" from 17 men who were trapped on the front line in Ukraine's Donbas region after being tricked into joining mercenary
Another 11 South Africans rescued after ordeal on Ukraine war frontline News24
South Africans lured to fight for Russia in Ukraine are on their way home Daily Maverick
President Cyril Ramaphosa's decision to deploy the military to battle fight crime has elicited mixed reactions from South Africans. Analysts say public confidence can only be restored through a policing overhaul.
Hailed as one of the defining achievements of African architecture, the historic, recently refurbished Ethiopian landmark has now won the World Monuments Fund/Knoll Modernism prize Designed by the Italian architect Arturo Mezzedimi, Addis Ababa’s Africa Hall quickly became recognised as one of the defining achievements of African modernism on its completion in 1961. In 1963, it hosted the founding meeting of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), the precursor to today’s African Union. Africa was then emerging from centuries of colonial rule, and many of the OAU’s founders – including Ghana’s Kwame Nkrumah and Gamal Abdel Nasser of Egypt – had led their nations to independence. “Only a few years ago,” the Ethiopian emperor Haile Selassie said at the time, “meetings to consider African problems were held outside Africa, and the fate of its peoples were decided by non-Africans. Today … the peoples of Africa can, at long last, deliberate on their own problems and future.” Continue reading...
A travelogue series will explore the life of white South Africans after apartheid, based on the author's extensive travels across six continents, including a recent visit to South Africa.
The director of Jeune Afrique discusses whether African nations require strong leaders, noting that Africans reject European conceptions of democracy, alongside an interview with artist Francisco Vidal.
Radhika Bhachu has stated that Africans need to shift from a consumption-oriented mindset to one focused on ownership.
Ghana has announced that it will exempt African citizens from visa fees starting May 25, 2026, a move aimed at promoting regional integration and tourism.
Ghana has announced that it will exempt African citizens from visa fees starting May 25, 2026, as part of efforts to promote continental integration.
A commentary piece from Le Figaro questions why the responsibility of Africans in the enslavement of their own people is often omitted from discussions, particularly in light of a recent UN resolution.
The Rand Show 2026 is set to be bigger and bolder, offering headline entertainment and a glimpse into the future by showcasing how technology and gaming are shaping everyday life, education, and opportunities for all South Africans.
Two brothers in Nigeria are creating innovative artificial limbs tailored for Africans, after one of them lost his fingers in an accident.
African leaders welcomed a UN resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as a 'crime against humanity,' with the African Union now paying tribute to victims and calling for justice. Ghana's Council of State also congratulated President John Dramani Mahama for his significant diplomatic role in the resolution's passage.
Reports indicate that many African nationals will be subject to higher visa fees for entry into the United Kingdom starting from 2026.
The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a Ghana-led resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as the 'gravest crime against humanity' and calling for reparatory justice, despite the United States and some European countries rejecting the vote, with Tempo.co English also confirming the UN's classification.
See photos from the South Africa protest in Durban where police fired rubber bullets at demonstrators demanding tougher action against foreigners. Read More:…
President John Mahama led a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the African Burial Ground National Monument in New York, honouring the memory and enduring legacy of enslaved Africans.
President John Mahama has said the brutalities and enduring injustices of slavery were made possible because enslaved Africans were deliberately reduced to objects rather than recognised as human…
Tony Elumelu's foundation has provided over $100 million in support to 24,000 entrepreneurs over 16 years, also training 2.5 million young Africans.
South Africans marched for 'sovereignty' on Human Rights Day, a celebration of anti-apartheid activism, following recent pressure from the United States. The demonstration highlighted nationalistic sentiments.
The Tony Elumelu Foundation is set to unveil its 12th cohort, funding 3,200 entrepreneurs with $16m after a record surge in applications, following applications from over 265,000 young Africans across all 54 countries.
Residents in some areas of South Africa have been without mains water for weeks, leading to criminal gangs exploiting the crisis.
Russia is reportedly recruiting men across Africa for war, often through deception, leading to high mortality rates for those used as 'cannon fodder.' Families are seeking ways to repatriate the bodies of the fallen.
Donald Trump's nominee for a top diplomatic post, Jeremy Carl, has withdrawn from consideration following growing bipartisan backlash over his past controversial race and Israel comments, marking a setback for Trump despite initial support.
The Mail & Guardian is pleased to announce that the call for nominations for the 2026 edition of the 200 Young South Africans has been extended to Friday 10 April 2026.
Thousands of white South Africans are returning to the country, driven by factors such as family proximity, lower living costs, and political turmoil abroad, despite claims by figures like Donald Trump of persecution.
The Afro-Uruguayan rhythms, born among enslaved Africans and once banned, now draws thousands to public squares and carnival parades Like the blues in the US, samba in Brazil, rumba in Cuba and plena…
An article discusses the historical and ongoing trend of Africans being used as 'cannon fodder' in various conflicts, from Burma to the Russia-Ukraine war.
Rabat – CNews and Europe 1 have decided to suspend commentator Jean-Claude Dassier “until further notice” for his racist comments targeting North African nationals imprisoned in France. The radio and television channels announced the news on Tuesday to AFP. The decision came after hostile remarks the commentator made during the CNews program. “We throw them […] The post CNews, Europe 1 Suspend Jean-Claude Dassier Over Racist Comment on North Africans appeared first on Morocco World News.
The U.S. aims to bring in 4,500 white South Africans per month as refugees, a figure significantly higher than President Donald Trump's stated cap for total refugees in fiscal year 2026.
A growing number of African families say relatives who sought work in Russia were forced into military service in Ukraine.
Recruitment networks have reportedly lured 1,780 Africans from 36 countries into fighting for Russia in Ukraine, often under false pretenses of work. The growing scandal is prompting African governments to act and demand the return of their citizens.
Reuters reports that the US aims to process up to 4,500 applications from white South Africans per month under a refugee protection scheme, according to a State Department document.
The South African leader said that the men had come home two weeks after he had won agreement from President Vladimir V. Putin.
An exclusive report reveals a U.S. plan to bring in 4,500 white South Africans per month as refugees.
Kyiv alleges that more than 1,700 African citizens are fighting for Russia, prompting discussions with African governments to prevent further recruitment into such schemes.
Reports indicate that Russia has recruited nearly 2,000 Africans from 36 countries to fight in Ukraine.
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has confirmed increases to social grants, including old-age, disability and child support, supporting 26.5 million South Africans amid high unemployment.
In tonight's edition, President Cyril Ramaphosa thanks his counterpart Vladimir Putin for helping to secure the return of 11 South Africans tricked into joining the Russia-Ukraine war. Also, the milit
The men believed they were going to Russia for training as bodyguards but ended up on the front line.
South Africans lured to fight for Russia in Ukraine are on their way home Daily Maverick
Dying to live: How young Africans are being lured into Russo-Ukraine war thecitizen.co.tz
South African citizens who were fighting on behalf of Russia have been repatriated, according to reports from SABC.
An investigation unit accuses Russia of aggressively recruiting individuals from across Africa to serve on the front lines in Ukraine, using them as 'cannon fodder'.