Newcastle city centre Remembrance Sunday military parade road closures and timings

Hundreds line Blackett street in Newcastle for the remembrance Sunday Parade at Old Eldon Square(Image: Newcastle Chronicle) Thousands are expected to gather in Newcastle city centre this weekend to mark Remembrance Sunday. A military parade and...

Opposition strike grips two major Cameroon cities

Yaoundé – People in the major Cameroon cities of Douala and Garoua on Monday heeded calls by opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary to stay home in protest at the reelection of Paul Biya as president. Tchiroma’s demand to turn major cities into...

Durban's new business champion: how Asheen Magjee plans to revitalise the city's economy

NEWLY-APPOINTED Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry president Asheen Magjee unveils his bold three-pillar strategy to transform the city's business landscape through accountability, investment, and collaboration. The FNB executive aims to...

Tanzanians warned against sharing photos as internet partially resumes and normalcy returns in towns

NAIROBI, Kenya — The government in Tanzania has warned people not to share photos and videos that may cause panic as the internet slowly returns after a six-day shutdown during deadly protests that began on election day. Mobile phone users...

Angel Fair Africa hosts startup, investor speed-dating event at San Francisco Tech Week

Chanzo Capital staged the first Angel Fair Africa speed-dating event for African entrepreneurs and investors as part of San Francisco Tech Week early last month. Held for the first time in September 2013, Angel Fair Africa has been held in...

Africa's latest elections end with crackdowns on opposition and disputed results

ABUJA, Nigeria — The latest elections in different African countries have ended with the same outcome: sidelined opposition candidates, disputed results and protests from mostly young voters after incumbents were reelected. The elections featured...

Prestige project attracts more African Diaspora buyers

For the countless sons and daughters of Africa living abroad, Ghana has become more than a destination; it is a journey home. A journey back to roots, to belonging, and to the heartbeat of a continent that continues to inspire the world. Over the...

Adapting energy storage to real project needs in Africa

Across Sub-Saharan Africa, new solar and wind installations are coming online in villages, towns and industrial corridors once reliant on diesel and long transmission lines. But the way we think about energy storage in the context of specific...

Africans Abroad: Salah hits Liverpool milestone while Amad, Guirassy & Simon on target

Awe-inspiring performances from African players played a pivotal role in securing crucial results for their respective clubs. England Mohamed Salah marked another milestone in his Liverpool career by scoring his 250th goal for the club in a...

Trump says he will restrict federal funds for New York City if Mamdani wins 

United States Republican President Donald Trump says he will restrict federal funds for New York City if Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani wins the city’s mayoral elections, to be held on Tuesday. Trump said on his Truth Social platform on...

City of Johannesburg told to speed up permit allocation for street traders

JOHANNESBURG - The Johannesburg High Court has ruled that the City of Johannesburg must expedite the process of allocation and permits for the street traders evicted from the streets last week. READ: Joburg informal traders court case postponed...

African players in Europe: Goals for Salah, Diallo

Mohamed Salah scored a landmark goal for Liverpool and Amad Diallo of Manchester United got off the mark for the season in the Premier League at the weekend. Egypt captain Salah notched his 250th goal for the Reds in a 2-0 win over Aston Villa...

Africa Gas Forum 2026 Set to Illuminate Gas’s Emerging Role in the African Energy Transition

5 March 2026 | Cape Town International Convention Centre The 11th edition of the Africa Gas Forum will convene on 5 March 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), alongside the well-established Africa Energy Indaba,...

Viral Infection Behind Death Of Delhi Zoo’s African Elephant, Post-Mortem Confirms

Last Updated:November 04, 2025, 07:47 IST Shankar, a 29-year-old African elephant at National Zoological Park Delhi, died from Encephalomyocarditis virus, raising concerns over biosecurity and rodent control at the zoo. Shankar, a 29-year-old...

Mamdani’s Mayoral Campaign Mobilizes New York City’s South Asian Working Class

Democracy Now!’s Anjali Kamat reports on working-class South Asian support for New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. South Asian voter turnout increased by 40% during the Democratic primary, contributing to Mamdani’s upset victory...

This Underrated Southern City Was Just Named the Most Affordable Tourist Destination in the U.S.

Not all vacations have to be, or should be, budget-busting, once-in-a-lifetime experiences. The 10-day African safaris, the overwater bungalow honeymoons, and the multi-city European excursions are far from the only options you have when you’re...

Trump endorses Cuomo, threatens to cut funds for NYC if Mamdani wins

United States Republican President Donald Trump has urged his supporters to vote for former Governor Andrew Cuomo in New York City’s mayoral race and threatened to restrict federal funds for the metropolis if Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani...

Today in Africa — November 3, 2025: ICC Probes El Fasher Atrocities, Kenyans Dominate NYC Marathon as Hellen Obiri Sets New Record, Akinola Davies Jr.’s “My Father’s Shadow” Nets 12 British Independent Film Awards Noms

Every day, OkayAfrica shares a roundup of news we’re following but haven’t published as full articles. These short updates cover what’s happening on the continent — in culture, politics, and beyond. For more on stories like these, be sure to check...

Cape Town prepares to dazzle at the Festive Lights Switch-On event

Cape Town is on the brink of its most anticipated occasion of the year, as the city prepares to dazzle with the annual Festive Lights Switch-On on Sunday, 30 November, Cape {town} Etc reports. This grand celebration promises a whirlwind of music,...

Ookla Ranks MTN Nigeria as the Fastest Network in West and Central Africa

Advertisements MTN Nigeria has emerged as the fastest mobile network in West and Central Africa, according to the latest Speedtest Intelligence data by Ookla, the global leader in internet performance metrics. The report, released under the...