Africa – Page 7 – Omanghana

A wave of anti-immigrant violence sweeping parts of South Africa has claimed the lives of five Mozambican nationals, marking the first officially confirmed fatalities linked to escalating protests and vigilante actions targeting undocumented migrants. The deaths, which occurred amid unrest in the coastal town of Mossel Bay in the Western Cape Province, have heightened tensions […]

The Nigerian government has approved the voluntary repatriation of 1,094 citizens from South Africa and is deploying a multi-aircraft evacuation operation to bring them home amid growing concerns over anti-immigrant violence and rising tensions targeting foreign nationals. Following the completion of an intensive four-day verification and screening exercise at the Nigerian High Commission in Pretoria […]

Burkina Faso has taken a significant step toward strengthening its agricultural industrialization agenda with the inauguration of a modern agro-processing facility in the village of Mê, located in the rural municipality of Péni in the Guiriko region. Officially launched on June 6, 2026, the new industrial complex was developed by agro-industrial company GEBANA Faso and […]

Nigerian sprint hurdling superstar Tobi Amusan delivered another commanding performance on the international stage, securing gold in the women’s 100-meter hurdles at the New Taipei Athletics Open in Taiwan on June 6, 2026. The 29-year-old world record holder continued her remarkable outdoor season by storming to victory in a meet-record time of 12.72 seconds, further […]

South Africa’s tourism and hospitality sectors are facing growing uncertainty as escalating anti-immigration protests and xenophobic incidents begin to impact traveler confidence, business operations, and the country’s international reputation. Industry stakeholders warn that the unrest could have significant economic consequences for one of the country’s most important sectors, particularly as concerns over safety and social […]

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has praised South Africa’s longstanding commitment to advancing Africa’s peace, security, development, and integration agenda during a high-level meeting with H.E. Ambassador Nonceba Losi, South Africa’s Permanent Representative to Ethiopia and the African Union. The meeting, held at the African Union headquarters, provided an […]

Kenyan President William Ruto has unveiled an ambitious nationwide sports infrastructure program aimed at completing 28 new stadiums within the next year, positioning the country for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) while transforming sports facilities into long-term economic and community development hubs. Speaking during a state reception honoring Sport Pesa Premier League champions […]

A proposed large-scale data center development in Cape Town has become the focus of growing environmental and community opposition, as activists and civil society organizations call on city authorities to delay any approvals until more information is provided about the project’s potential impact on local resources. The challenge targets plans by Equinix, one of the […]

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to enforcing immigration and labor laws, declaring that all foreign nationals living, working, or operating businesses in South Africa must comply fully with the country’s legal requirements. The President’s remarks come amid heightened tensions over immigration, rising anti-immigrant demonstrations, and growing regional concern over the […]

A growing wave of anti-immigrant unrest across South Africa has triggered emergency evacuations and repatriation efforts by several African governments, as hundreds of foreign nationals flee violence, intimidation, and mounting insecurity in communities across the country. The crisis, which escalated significantly during May and June 2026, has exposed deep regional tensions over migration, border enforcement, […]

Five Mozambicans Killed in South Africa’s Anti-Immigrant Violence as Repatriation Efforts Begin

Nigeria Launches Major Evacuation of 1,094 Citizens from South Africa Amid Rising Xenophobic Tensions

Burkina Faso Unveils Major Agro-Processing Plant to Boost Local Value Addition and Rural Industrialization

Tobi Amusan Smashes Meet Record to Win Gold at New Taipei Athletics Open

Anti-Immigration Protests Trigger Tourism and Hospitality Concerns Across South Africa

AU Commission Chairperson Commends South Africa’s Support for Continental Priorities

President Ruto Unveils Ambitious Plan to Complete 28 New Stadiums Ahead of AFCON 2027

Activists Challenge Equinix Expansion Plans in Cape Town Over Water and Power Concerns

Ramaphosa Signals Tougher Immigration Enforcement as South Africa Expands Border and Business Compliance Crackdown

Regional Evacuations Intensify as Anti-Immigrant Unrest Sparks Migration Crisis in South Africa

United States Defeat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 to Reach World Cup Round of 16

Belgium Stage Stunning Late Comeback to Beat Senegal 3-2 After Extra Time at World Cup

Egypt Secures $560 Million Contract for Landmark 1GW West Minya Solar Power Project