INEC reschedules 2027 presidential election to January
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially overhauled the timetable for Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, moving the Presidential and National Assembly polls forward to Saturday, January 16, 2027. The…
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As Nigeria marks 64 years, “There is hunger in the land,” Senator tells Tinubu, leaders of Nigeria
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet Nigerian Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume (from Bornu South) has lamented the widespread corruption, hunger…
South Africa and U.S clash on Israeli killing of Hezbollah leader
USAfricaonline.com : South Africa, a critic of Israeli actions in the Middle East, has condemned what it called the recent escalation of “extrajudicial killings”. The country that had the late…
Libyan legislators reach agreement on central bank leadership amid oil crisis
Representatives from Libya's rival eastern and western legislative bodies signed an agreement on Thursday, facilitated by the United Nations, to resolve the crisis over leadership of the Central Bank of…
African Development fund allocates $134.71 million for CAR and DRC infrastructure
The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund has approved $134.71 million to support infrastructure development and enhance water resources along the border between the Central African Republic (CAR)…
Putin and Equatorial Guinea president discuss energy collaboration in Moscow
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Teodoro Obiang Nguema, the President of Equatorial Guinea, in Moscow to discuss the successful collaboration between their nations. Putin emphasized their partnership within the…
Eswatini PM calls for UN reforms and collective action on global challenges
Russell Mmiso Dlamini, Prime Minister of Eswatini, reaffirmed his country's unwavering commitment to peace, sustainable development, and human dignity during his address to the United Nations General Assembly. He emphasized…
Comoros and ITFC sign €330 million agreement to boost key economic sectors
The Union of the Comoros and the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) have signed a new €330 million framework agreement to bolster key sectors such as energy, agriculture, and…
Three sentenced in Seychelles for drug trafficking and importation
The Supreme Court of Seychelles has sentenced two Ugandan nationals and a Seychellois man in connection with drug-related offenses. Nadia Birungi, 27, and Mutongole, 39, received prison sentences of seven…
Gunfire reported in Conakry; Junta dismisses claims as ‘fabricated’
On Thursday, 26 September 2024, Guinea’s army briefly locked down the city center following reports of gunfire near the presidential palace. A diplomatic official, speaking to AP, claimed that a…
NRCS launches ₦2.5 billion fundraiser to combat hunger and malnutrition crisis in Nigeria
The Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) has launched a ₦2.5 billion fundraising initiative aimed at mitigating the severe effects of hunger and malnutrition in Nigeria. The NRCS plans to use…
NiDCOM confirms rescue of eight Nigerian girls trafficked to Ghana
The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has confirmed the rescue of eight young girls trafficked to Ghana. While receiving the girls at the NiDCOM Annex…
An Epidemic of Downward Mobility. By Chidi Amuta
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet Dr. Chidi Amuta is Executive Editor of USAfrica It is a sort of sinking…
Idris Elba, David Oyelowo to star in Achebe’s ‘Things Fall Apart’ tv series
Special USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. Internationally distinguished and respected movie superstar, Idris Elba, is to star in ‘Things Fall Apart’…
Trump, Kamala and the unfolding battle.
By Chido Nwangwu Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet The November 5, 2024, presidential election in the United States is…
“Coup plot” alleged; Presidential Guard commander, 3 others arrested in Benin Republic
Benin prosecutors said on Wednesday September 25, 2024 that the Republican Guard commander, a former sports minister and a businessman had been arrested on suspicion of planning a "coup d'etat"…
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