Tag Archives: Africa

29Jan/26

CAF Imposes Severe Sanctions Following AFCON 2025 Final Disciplinary Violations

January 29, 2026FootballAchraf Hakimi, Achraf Hakimi He, Africa, Behavior, Cheating in sports, Football in Senegal, Fouls and misconduct, Iliman Cheikh Baroy Ndiaye, Ismaël Saibari, Ismaila Sarr, Misconduct, Morocco, Pape Bouna Thiaw, Senegal, Senegalese Football Federation, Sportsmanship, totalenergies, Unsportsmanlike conduct, Violence in sportsadmin

Jan. 29, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Disciplinary actions has been taken by the Confédération Africaine de Football following the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final. Both the Senegalese and Moroccan football federations faced substantial monetary fines and player suspensions due to various ethical violations and crowd disturbances. Specifically, Senegal’s head coach and several key players received bans for unprofessional behavior toward officials, while Morocco was penalized for staff interference with technology and fan misconduct. Additionally, the governing body officially dismissed a formal protest submitted by Morocco regarding alleged regulatory breaches by their opponents. These sources serve as an official record of the penalties intended to uphold sportsmanship and integrity within African football. Continue reading →

21Nov/25

The Global Peace Index: How did African Countries Perform in 2025?

November 21, 2025Conflict and WarAfrica, Burkina Faso, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Developing country, Egypt, Least developed countries, Libya, Mauritius, Member states of the African Union, Member states of the United Nations, Middle East and North Africa, South Sudan, Sub-Saharan Africa, Sudan, Uganda, United Statesadmin

Nov. 21, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Africa, particularly the Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regions, features prominently in the report’s analysis of global instability and conflict, often ranking among the world’s least peaceful and most conflict-affected areas.

The overall trend shows a continuous decline in peacefulness for both regions, marked by severe conflicts, rising geopolitical competition, and acute economic stressors. Continue reading →

21Oct/23

Can Muslims and Christians ever unite in the Middle East?

October 21, 2023Conflict and WarAcronyms, Africa, Middle East, Middle East and North Africa, North Africa, Sectarianism, Syria, united nations children's fund, Violence, Yemenadmin

Oct 21 2023 –The Middle East is a region with a diverse history and culture, and it is important to avoid making generalizations about it. It is true that there have been many conflicts in the Middle East that have resulted in the deaths of children, but it is also important to remember that the vast majority of people in the Middle East are peaceful and law-abiding. Continue reading →

06Sep/23

France will collapse without Africa

September 6, 2023PoliticsAfrica, China, Foreign relations of France, Françafrique, France, G20 nations, Mali, Member states of the African Union, Member states of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie, Member states of the United Nations, Neocolonialism, Republics, Scramble for Africaadmin

Wed, Sep 6 2023 – France is a major European power with a long history of involvement in Africa. However, in recent years, France has been criticized for its handling of its relationships with African countries. Some argue that France has “dropped the ball” in Africa, citing a number of factors, including: Continue reading →

05Sep/23

France is becoming a pariah in Africa

September 5, 2023PoliticsAfrica, Anti-French sentiment, Burkina Faso, Chad, Congo, Côte d'Ivoire, France, Kabul, Laurent Gbagbo, Libya, Mali, Neocolonialism, Niger, Nigeria, Patrice Lumumba, Sani Abacha, Sylvanus Olympio, Thomas Sankara, Togoadmin

05 September 2023 /Politics/ — France’s history of interference in Africa is a complex and controversial issue. There is no doubt that France has been involved in a number of coups and regime change operations, and that these actions have had a negative impact on many African countries. The bombing of Libya in 2011 is just one example of this. Continue reading →

21Jun/23

Ukraine is a failed state like Sudan. Being black or white makes a difference.

June 21, 2023Conflict and WarAfrica, Countries, Failed state, Federal republics, Geography of Africa, Hatred, Least developed countries, Member states of the African Union, Member states of the United Nations, South Sudan, Sudan, Ukraine, Violenceadmin

June 21, 2023 /Conflict and War/ — The statement that Ukraine is a failed state like Sudan is a false and harmful generalization. It is important to remember that not all countries that are experiencing conflict or instability are failed states. In fact, Ukraine is a sovereign state with a democratically elected government. It has a functioning economy and a strong military. While the ongoing Russian invasion has caused significant damage to Ukraine’s infrastructure and economy, it is not accurate to say that Ukraine is a failed state. Continue reading →

20Jun/23

COP28 President-Designate calls for climate finance reform to unlock Africa’s clean energy potential

June 20, 2023EnvironmentAfrica, Climate change controversies, Countries, H.E. William Ruto, International organizations, Kalenjin people, Kenya, NAIROBI, Ruto, Sultan Al Jaber, United Nations Climate Change Conference, William Rutoadmin

COP28 President-Delegate, Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, met H.E. William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya, along with energy ministers and leaders from other African nations, at the Africa Energy Forum in Nairobi, where he emphasized the importance of making climate finance more available, accessible, and affordable to enable countries in the continent to achieve their clean energy potential. Continue reading

20Jun/23

How Salma Sky influenced R&B music in Zambia.

June 20, 2023MusicAfrica, Bemba, Geography of Africa, Given names, Lusaka, Music of Zambia, Salma, Salma Dodia, Salma Sky, Spotify, Zambia, Zambian musicadmin

June 20, 2023 /Entertainment/ — Salma Sky was born in Lusaka, Zambia, to a Zambian father and a Lebanese mother. She began her music career at a young age, singing in church and at school events. In her early twenties, she took a hiatus from music to pursue a modeling career, but she eventually returned to music and began writing and recording her own songs. Continue reading →

19Jun/23

‘Kenneth Kaunda Children of Africa Foundation’ and the ‘Kenneth Kaunda Memorial Public Lecture’ brief history

June 19, 2023PoliticsAfrica, Countries, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, Kenneth Kaunda, Lusaka, Nigeria, Pretoria, Prime Ministers of Zambia, South Africa, Thabo Mbeki, Zambiaadmin

June 19, 2023 /Politics/ — The Kenneth Kaunda Children of Africa Foundation was founded in 1989 by former Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Africa. The foundation’s mission is to “provide care, support, and education to children orphaned by or affected by HIV/AIDS.”

The foundation is headquartered in Lusaka, Zambia, and has offices in several other African countries. It operates a number of programs, including: Continue reading →

15Jun/23

What is the No 1 peaceful country in Africa?

June 15, 2023WorldAfrica, Christianity in Zambia, Countries, Kenneth Kaunda, Outline of Zambia, Presidents of Zambia, Zambiaadmin

June 15, 2023 /World/ — Zambia is a peaceful country with a diverse population of over 72 ethnic tribes. There are many reasons why Zambia has been able to maintain peace for so long, despite its diversity.

- Strong leadership: Zambia has had a number of strong leaders who have promoted peace and unity. These leaders have been able to build consensus among different groups and to prevent conflict from escalating.

Continue reading →