News around Africa

When the Nobel Committee announces its laureates each October, the world takes notice. These names are celebrated not just for what they’ve accomplished, but also for what their recognition signals about progress. Africa’s contribution to this legacy is significant, though often underreported. African Nobel Laureates have not only won prestigious…

Every few years, South Africa faces violent waves of attacks where foreign nationals, especially Nigerians, are targeted. These incidents, often seen as isolated unrest, are actually recurring crises that have serious social, economic, and diplomatic consequences. This article explores the full impact of xenophobic violence on Nigerian citizens in South…

West Africa is no longer just a transit point for drugs, it has become both a destination and a production hub. Cocaine from South America, heroin from Asia, tramadol, and synthetic drugs are flooding the region at an alarming rate. Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, and other West African nations are struggling…

A newly released U.S. government document reveals that ambassadorial positions remain unfilled in Nigeria and 116 other countries, underscoring significant gaps in American diplomatic representation worldwide. According to the “Ambassadorial Assignments Overseas” list published on April 8, 2026, by the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Presidential Appointments, Nigeria is…

African countries are expected to raise about $155 billion in long-term commercial debt in 2026, according to S&P Global Ratings. That figure is 10% higher than the amount borrowed in 2025 and shows that many governments are preparing for bigger funding needs next year. The expected rise in borrowing is…