Sipu JhaCartoonist freed after 15 years in prison without charge in Eritrea
Biniam Solomon was known for his witty and critical cartoons before the free press was closed. Source link
The Christian-Muslim Nigerian couple who are fasting for Lent and Ramadan at the same time
Olanrewaju Williams is a Christian and his wife, Kaosara, is a Muslim and this year they are both fasting. For the first time since 1993, the Muslim holy month…
Senegal approves tougher anti-gay law as rights groups raise concerns
“Violence and fear” will spike and “equality and non-discrimination” will be trampled on, warn critics. Source link
Chinese national arrested over attempt to smuggle 2,000 queen ants from Kenya
The suspect had packed some ants in test tubes while others were concealed in tissue paper rolls, prosecutor says. Source link
Why Namibia's green energy dream could be a red flag for penguins
A near pristine desert and coastal wilderness in Namibia could soon host a huge hydrogen production facility. Source link
New US ambassador to South Africa summoned over 'undiplomatic remarks'
Leo Brent Bozell apologises after weighing in on a dispute rooted in the country’s apartheid past. Source link
French aid worker killed in drone strikes in rebel-held DR Congo city
Witnesses say drone strikes hit a residential building frequently occupied by expatriates and aid workers. Source link
Ethiopia floods and landslides kill 30 in Gamo Zone
The Southern Ethiopia regional state governor offered his condolences to the affected families. “On behalf of myself and the regional government, I express my deep sorrow over the loss of…
Arrests, accusations and arguments – the Mugabe family after losing power
With Bellarmine Mugabe due in court we look at what has happened to Zimbabwe’s ex-first family. Source link
Madagascar military leader dissolves government in surprise move
Col Randrianirina, who seized power last year, did not give a reason for dissolving his government. Source link
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