The Latest Breaking News from Africa

G20 admits African Union as permanent member

The group of the world’s 20 leading economies is welcoming the African Union as a permanent member, a powerful acknowledgement of Africa as its more than 50 countries seek a more important role on the global stage.

France 24 · Sep 9, 2023

We have a lot to bring to G-20 table, says African Union chief Azali Assoumani

African Union Chairperson Assoumani confident of G-20 membership; urges members to invest in African industrialisation. Assoumani calls for world to help Africa with drought, conflicts, immigration crisis and Ukraine war. India can help Africa with capacity building and food supplies. AU to talk to Indian authorities to resolve rice export…

The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023

Post-Brexit UK should 'sleep together with Europe': Ex-EU Commissioner Lamy

Talking Europe hosts Pascal Lamy, co-ordinator of the Jacques Delors institutes, and a distinguished former head of the World Trade Organization and former EU Trade Commissioner. We discuss great power competition in today's world; the EU’s influence when it comes to global trade and regulation; the critical importance of Africa…

France 24 · Sep 8, 2023

Climate adaptation finance to Africa must increase tenfold, research shows

Countries forced to choose between climate resilience, fighting poverty and paying debts, says Ban Ki-moon

The Guardian - UK · Sep 7, 2023

Why mothers and babies will suffer more as Africa grows hotter

As Africa gets hotter, mothers and babies are most at risk. Why is this and what can be done about it? Matthew Chersich, a specialist in climate change and maternal health, explains the reasons to health editor Nadine Dreyer.

The Conversation · Sep 7, 2023

Gabon coup leader meets regional envoy, opposition after inauguration

Gabon's new military leader has started to give amnesty to dissidents and has met central Africa's mediator for the country, following last week's coup that brought the curtain down on the 55-year reign of the Bongo dynasty.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 7, 2023

As Africa Climate Summit promotes solar, off-grid power ramps up below the Sahara

Access to electricity remains a major challenge for over half a billion people in sub-Saharan Africa, and power outages are common even for those who are hooked up to the grid

The Independent UK · Sep 7, 2023

Ecowas condems jihadist attack that leaves over 50 Burkinabé military, volunteers dead

At least fifty-three members of Burkina Faso's security forces have been killed in an attack by suspected jihadists in the north of the country, that has been condemned by the West African bloc, Ecowas.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 6, 2023

African leaders call for debt relief to help tackle climate crisis

Nairobi declaration, issued at first Africa Climate Summit, also includes call for global carbon taxes

The Guardian - UK · Sep 6, 2023

African leaders seek global taxes for climate change at Nairobi summit

The Nairobi Declaration represents a united front for Africa before negotiations for more funding at COP28.

Al Jazeera · Sep 6, 2023