DR Congo President Félix Tshisekedi has asked Russia’s Vladimir Putin to support UN resolutions and diplomatic efforts to end the conflict involving M23 rebels and Rwanda.
Category: Africa Pulse
Nigeria Secures Sub-Saharan Africa Seat on Global Research Board Through Ike-Muonso Election!
Nigeria has secured a seat on the WAITRO Board following the election of RMRDC Director-General Professor Nnanyelugo Ike-Muonso as Sub-Saharan Africa representative.
15 African Table Tennis Players Selected for Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games!
Fifteen African table tennis players, including Nigeria’s Matthew Kuti and Favour Ojo, have been selected for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Senegal.
Renaissance, Waltersmith CEOs to Examine Gas Investment and Africa’s Energy Security!
Renaissance and Waltersmith CEOs will discuss Africa’s energy security, gas investment and industrial development at the Africa Interviews Sustainability Forum in Lagos on October 21, 2026.
Ex-DR Congo President Joseph Kabila Leads New Rebel Coalition Against Tshisekedi Government!
Former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila leads the new FRN coalition, which includes M23 rebels and challenges President Félix Tshisekedi’s government.
US Threatens to Cut Military Aid to Nigeria Over Child Soldiers Concerns!
The US has reportedly placed Nigeria on its child soldiers blacklist, raising concerns about possible military aid restrictions and security cooperation.
Four Nigerians Named Among Forbes Africa’s 15 Icons for 2026!
Four Nigerians, including Aliko Dangote, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Mo Abudu and Burna Boy, feature on Forbes Africa’s inaugural 15 Icons list for 2026.
Xenophobia: Nigeria Evacuates 111 More Citizens from South Africa, Total Reaches 2,037!
Nigeria evacuates 111 more citizens from South Africa amid xenophobia concerns, bringing the total number of returnees to 2,037 as diplomatic engagement continues.
South African Jurist Navi Pillay Wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for Work on International Justice!
South African jurist Navi Pillay wins the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her work promoting international justice, human rights and accountability for serious crimes.
Sahara Group Commissions 6,000-Metric-Tonne LPG Facility in Ghana!
Sahara Group has commissioned a 6,000-metric-tonne LPG storage facility in Ghana, increasing the country’s storage capacity by about 10 per cent.
Ghana Approves Formal Bid to Join BRICS as Accra Seeks Wider Economic Partnerships!
Ghana has approved plans to formally apply for BRICS membership as the government seeks wider economic partnerships, investment and stronger South-South cooperation.
AU Mourns Senegalese Literary Giant Cheikh Hamidou Kane at 98!
The African Union has mourned Senegalese literary giant Cheikh Hamidou Kane, who died at 98, honouring his lasting contribution to African literature and public life.
US Congratulates Nigeria at 66, Reaffirms Commitment to Stronger Bilateral Ties!
The United States has congratulated Nigeria on its 66th Independence Anniversary, reaffirming its commitment to stronger bilateral ties and continued cooperation.
Nigeria Condemns Deaths of Three Nationals in South Africa, Demands Transparent Investigation!
Nigeria has condemned the deaths of three nationals in South Africa between September 18 and 21, 2026, demanding transparent investigations and accountability.
World University Rankings 2027: South Africa Dominates Africa’s Top 10!
South African universities take seven of the top 10 positions in the Times Higher Education 2027 sub-Saharan Africa rankings, led by the University of Cape Town.