West Africa

A nine-year-old girl has drowned in a swimming pool at the Tonyx Hotel near Aberewa Nkwanta in Koforidua, Ghana, according to reports. According to reports, “the girl was with her five siblings under the care of their father in the hotel.” “The girl did not participate in swimming activities but …

Ivory Coast has announced the withdrawal of French troops, marking the end of a decades-long military presence in the country. President Alassane Ouattara confirmed that the process will begin in January 2025, with the Port Bouët military base handed over to Ivorian forces. “We have decided on a coordinated and …

A newlywed Chief Inspector died during his wedding ceremony in Akyem Anmase, near Oda, in the Eastern Region of Ghana. The Chief Inspector who was the Station Officer at the Anamase Police Station, collapsed moments after arriving at the Anamase Hotel, the venue for the event. The groom, accompanied by …

In Burkina Faso, the army carried out several anti-terrorist operations during the end-of-year period, resulting in the neutralization of numerous terrorists. The army said that between December 13 and 23, fighting forces, supported by air assets, intensified their actions throughout the national territory, quoted by the Agence d’information du Burkina …

At least 11 people were killed on Wednesday December 25 when suspected herdsmen invaded the communities of Ityuluv, Tse Azege and Innyiev ya in Mkomon district, Kwande local government area of Benue state, Nigeria. According to residents, the invaders stormed the communities when residents were celebrating the Christmas season. “The  …

More than 150 clandestine clinics have been closed for non-compliance following a major operation by the Ivory Coast Department of Private Establishments and Health Professions (DEPPS). According to RFI, these health centers, deemed dangerous for patients, did not comply with current standards. The inspection mission carried out by the health …

In Mali, at least 26 people were killed in terrorist attacks on Friday December 20, 2024 in the Bandiagara region,according to reports. The attacks were claimed by Jnim, the al-Qaeda-linked Groupe de soutien à l’Islam et aux musulmans. Between 3 and 10 p.m. on Friday December 20, seven villages in …

In Nigeria, the death toll from stampedes at two Christmas charity events has risen to 32, including at least four children. As the country grapples with the worst cost-of-living crisis in a generation, large crowds had gathered to collect food and clothing distributed at the Christmas charity events. “The dead …

Two miners lost their lives when a galamsey pit caved in during the early hours of the day in Kukubi, the Kwaebibrem Municipal District, Ghana. Eyewitness accounts reveal that the two miners were trapped when the pit they were working in collapsed. Despite frantic efforts by fellow miners, only the …

In the early hours of Wednesday, December 18, 2024, the National Assembly was partially destroyed by fire in Liberia, according to reports. While an investigation is currently underway to determine the cause, for the time being, the fire is being investigated as a criminal act. This act will not be …