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AfCRA, an African rating agency to counter the biases of global giants
The African continent is about to launch its own credit rating agency. Developed in collaboration with the African Union, AfCRA intends to provide a credit risk assessment tailored to African realities, faced with international agencies regularly accused of excessive severity towards Africa.
Nigeria: How corrupt politicians bought "a bit of America" · Global Voices
A report published by the African whistleblower protection platform reveals that it has identified nearly 300 properties in the United States linked to Nigerian politicians. Most properties acquired in cash with public money, while these personalities held official positions.
Kenya: The new Dangote mega-refinery project inaugurated
In Kenya, Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote is launching a new mega-refinery project, presented as a step towards Africa's self-sufficiency in fuel. But local communities are already challenging the project in court.
Fighting in Ethiopia: What is happening in the Tigray region?
Since 23 September, fighting has resumed in northern Ethiopia. The hostilities broke out after months of tension between the federal government and the rebel authorities of the Tigray Regional State. The details of Constance Daire, East Africa journalist at Africa Intelligence.
Senegal: TER launched at Dakar airport welcomed by users
Very expected from users, the deployment on Monday of the extension of the TER linking Dakar to its international airport has given rise to general relief. This extension of the line, which comes just a few weeks from the start of the Olympic Youth Games (JOJ), aims to decongest the West African metropolis known for its tentacular plugs.
Mali: Young Africa investigates drone war · Global Voices
As on all war grounds, the drone has made a prominent place in the Malian arsenal. Whether they are of Iranian, Turkish or Russian origin, these killer devices are increasingly being used by the junta in its war against armed groups and jihadists. A policy assumed and claimed, intended to display an alleged military power. But the use of drones is also a threat to civilians. In a new and upbuilding survey, Young Africa highlights how the FAMA, the Malian army, target their own population. Details
JOJ Dakar 2026: find the Olympic Youth Games calendar
For athletes under 17, the Olympic Youth Games (OJJ) 2026 will be held in Dakar from 31 October to 13 November. This is the first Olympic competition ever held on the African continent. Below you will find the detailed calendar of all the events.
South Africa: 27 dead in double shooting in Johannesburg and Cape Town
27 dead in a wave of shootings in South Africa. In Johannesburg, 17 people were killed in the attack on a bar by eight men armed with assault rifles. Ten more were killed near Cape Town. The reasons remain unknown, according to the police.
The richest man in Africa contributes to the financing of a $660 million pipeline linking Ethiopia to Djibouti
This pipeline would enhance the energy security of Ethiopia, a landlocked country, while creating jobs in the port of Djibouti.
At least 27 dead in a double shooting in South Africa
In South Africa, this weekend was marked by several mass shootings in Johannesburg and Cape Town, which killed at least 27 people. And a serial killer is still running near Johannesburg, where the body of an eleventh woman was found. The investigation continues to find the perpetrator.
Series of femicides in South Africa: How did we get there?
Jacqueline Derens, former activist against apartheid and author of "Women of South Africa", is our guest.
New night of violence in South Africa: two shootings killed 27
Armed men killed at least 27 people in two mass shootings in South Africa's two major cities, announced the police on Sunday in a new episode of violence in a country gangstered by crime.
CAN 2027 eliminations: Côte d'Ivoire assures, Senegal holds... the summary of the first day
The first day of the CAN 2027 playoffs ended on Saturday 26 September with South Africa's victory over Guinea (2-1) and the draw between Kenya and Eritrea (1-1). Back on the first day of these playoffs and the successful debuts of several African cadors, but also the missed appointments of Senegal and Egypt before a second day already capital on September 28.
Elephants use medicinal plants to treat themselves, according to researchers
Research shows that African elephants use dozens of different medicinal plants to treat themselves and their families when they are ill.
Africa: 2nd edition of the Soninké World Fair in Paris
The « Salon du monde Soninke » returns to Paris for its 2nd edition, on 26 and 27 September. A major event for one of the oldest sub-Saharan diasporas in France. Mams Yaffa, co-organiser of the Salon, was the guest of the JTA on Thursday.
Belgium returns to Rwanda and retains its influence in Central Africa
Belgium and Rwanda announced, on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, the restoration of their diplomatic relations. The latter had been broken a year and a half after European Union sanctions against Rwandan military leaders in the context of the conflict between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Rwandese-backed AFC/M23.
Why are the Dakar 2026 Olympics historic?
For the first time in 130 years of the history of the modern Olympic Games, an Olympic event will take place on the African continent. With the Dakar 2026 Olympics, Senegal will host the first Olympic sporting event in Africa.
Legislation in Morocco: WFP leads, participation at the lowest in nearly 20 years
The Authenticity and Modernity Party (MAP) came to the top of the parliamentary elections that took place on Wednesday in Morocco, followed by its coalition partners in the outgoing government, the RNI and the Istiqlal party, according to still provisional official results.