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September 16, 2022
Vice President Kamala Harris, a Black woman, could be an asset to the Biden administration’s efforts to both restore and…
September 14, 2022
With the number of monkeypox cases subsiding elsewhere, many scientists say now is the time to prioritize stopping the virus…
September 12, 2022
d across the African continent, locals living in once-heavily forested regions are starting to find their land in high demand.
September 11, 2022
Queen Elizabeth II took the throne in 1952. In the British Empire’s former colonies, her death brings complicated feelings, including anger.
September 10, 2022
A $1 billion philanthropic effort promising a “green revolution” for African agriculture has fallen far short of its goals, critics…
September 10, 2022
Sam Jalloh's move to encourage young Africans by showing them images of Frances Tiafoe, an American with Sierra Leone roots,…
September 10, 2022
Parts of Africa heavily exposed to rising seas will suffer tens of billions of dollars in damages over the decades,…
September 6, 2022
Since releasing its strategy toward Africa, the U.S. has signaled a commitment to re-establishing its relationships with African nations.
September 6, 2022
Monday, European nations pledged a further $25 billion to Africa to help its countries adapt to the effects of climate…
September 5, 2022
After decades of developed countries falling short on their promises, many African nations are skeptical that funds will reach the…
September 5, 2022
The Supreme Court shocked Kenyans in the previous election in 2017 by overturning the results of the presidential election, a…
September 3, 2022
Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry said that promises made to African countries to help them fight climate change have been…
August 16, 2022
Kenya’s electoral commission chairman on Monday declared Deputy President William Ruto the winner of the country's presidential race over Raila Odinga.
August 14, 2022
A new 24-club super league that aims to revolutionize soccer in Africa was launched by the Confederation of African Football.
August 14, 2022
At least 2,947 monkeypox cases have been reported in 11 African countries this year, including 104 deaths.
August 11, 2022
In his meeting with Rwanda President Paul Kagame, Blinken is expected to discuss efforts to ease tension in Africa's Great…
August 7, 2022
While millions across Europe sweat through a summer of record-breaking heat, they’re skiing in the African kingdom of Lesotho.
August 6, 2022
Kenyans are voting Tuesday to choose a successor to President Uhuru Kenyatta after a decade in power. The race is close and…
Michael E. Langley, theGrio.com
August 3, 2022
Langley will be commander of U.S Africa Command in Stuttgart, Germany, and will command all U.S. military forces in Africa.
July 6, 2022
Mohammad Barkindo, secretary-general of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, has died, Nigerian authorities and the oil cartel announced.