A record 10,457 migrants died or disappeared in 2024 trying to reach Spain by sea, with a 58% increase from 2023. Most fatalities occurred on the Atlantic route.
Over 6,000 prisoners, including convicted terrorists, escape Mozambique prison amid violent post-election riots. Police report 33 deaths during confrontations.
Ghana’s Education Ministry refutes WAEC’s claims about delayed payments, assuring the public of ongoing efforts to release 2024 WASSCE results on time.
Alhaji Ayaana, a 65-year-old philanthropist, plans a 250-km walk from Kumasi to Accra to honor John Dramani Mahama’s swearing-in as President of Ghana.
A vehicle drove into a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, injuring 60-80 people and killing at least two in a suspected terror attack.
Antony Blinken unveils $230M aid for Sudan during his final U.N. visit, addressing humanitarian relief and democratic transition amid ongoing civil conflict.
ECG’s metre replacement efforts spark complaints of excessive charges and outages. Calls grow for transparency and reliable power during the festive season.
Ghana’s 2024 election saw six fatalities and 76 incidents of violence, including injuries and property destruction. Calls grow for stronger electoral safeguards.
Burkina Faso releases four French nationals accused of espionage after Morocco-mediated negotiations ease tensions between France and the junta-led government.
Malawi seeks $309bn in unpaid taxes and royalties from Columbia Gem House and $4bn from TotalEnergies, amid growing scrutiny of multinational firms.