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E-learning in Africa is experiencing unprecedented growth in 2025, driven by increasing internet penetration, affordable smartphones, and government investments in digital education. As more institutions and individuals embrace online learning, the sector is reshaping traditional education models and expanding access to knowledge across the continent. Key Drivers of E-Learning Growth Despite its growth, e-learning in Africa still faces hurdles, including limited electricity access in rural areas, high data costs, and the need for digital literacy training. However, ongoing initiatives to expand renewable energy, reduce internet costs, and improve digital infrastructure are expected to accelerate the sector’s progress. By 2025, e-learning…

Tanzania is set to enhance its digital connectivity by releasing additional radio frequencies for telecom operators. The Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA) has announced plans to auction four blocks of spectrum in the 3600-3800 MHz band in July 2025, a move aimed at improving internet coverage and adoption across the country. The additional spectrum is expected to bolster the capacity of telecom networks, particularly in expanding 5G services. As of December 2024, Tanzania’s mobile network coverage stood at 98.2% for 2G, 91% for 3G, 88% for 4G, and 20% for 5G. However, geographical coverage remains lower, with 75.1% of the…

The International Trade Centre (ITC), in partnership with the Sierra Leonean government, has launched the READY Salone project to empower 3,000 youth with digital skills and opportunities over the next four years. Funded by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), READY Salone focuses on enhancing digital literacy, fostering entrepreneurship, and developing inclusive national digital strategies. The initiative also prioritizes support for young women, persons with disabilities, and 250 small and medium-sized enterprises. Key government officials, including Chief Minister Dr. David Moinina Sengeh, attended the launch event, alongside over 100 business and tech stakeholders. The project will also run awareness campaigns…

Thousands of residents have fled a town in southern Sudan following a surge in violent clashes between the Sudanese army and rival paramilitary forces, according to the United Nations. The ongoing conflict, which began in April 2023, has seen Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan’s forces battling the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), led by Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo. The UN’s International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported that between 1,000 and 3,000 households were displaced from Um Rawaba town in North Kordofan state within just five days. The displacement followed a military advance on Al-Jazira state, located 300 kilometers (186 miles)…

President William Ruto announced that the financial and management challenges facing Moi University will be addressed soon, with a committee set up to assess the situation and propose solutions. Speaking at the opening of Ngeria Technical Training Institute, he assured that the government would allocate resources and create an efficient management team for the university’s success. President Ruto also emphasized the importance of digital space for youth, urging them to use the internet for income-generating activities rather than engaging in harmful behavior. He warned against the emerging trend of sharing immoral content on social media. Additionally, he unveiled efforts to…

Benin’s military has sustained significant casualties following a deadly attack near the country’s northern border, an area already plagued by insurgency linked to neighboring Niger and Burkina Faso. Colonel Faizou Gomina, the chief of staff for the National Guard, described the assault on a highly fortified military post as a “very hard blow.” While the identity of the attackers remains unknown, the northern region of Benin has increasingly been targeted by armed groups. Security sources reported 28 soldiers were killed, while opposition party The Democrats put the death toll at 30. In retaliation, military operations are ongoing, with reports indicating…

The Sudanese army has continued its offensive to reclaim territory north of Khartoum, with intense fighting against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Bahri persisting through Friday. Reports from the region highlight fierce clashes across multiple fronts as the army pushes deeper into the region. In recent days, the army successfully retook control of several key areas in northern Bahri, including Halfaia, Shambat, and Kadaru, previously held by the RSF. The army has also made significant gains in central Khartoum, advancing to the Al-Maqarin area, where heavy fighting continues over control of vital locations, including the presidential palace. RSF forces,…

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s army chief and son of President Yoweri Museveni, announced his departure from X (formerly Twitter) on Friday after a series of controversial posts that sparked diplomatic tensions. Kainerugaba, 50, gained over a million followers with provocative posts, including threats to opposition leader Bobi Wine and neighboring countries. This week, he claimed only his father’s presence had stopped him from beheading Wine. In 2022, Kainerugaba’s tweet threatening to capture Nairobi in two weeks forced President Museveni to issue an apology. He also voiced support for Russia’s Ukraine invasion and made inflammatory remarks about Ethiopia and Sudan. The…

Algeria has returned an Algerian influencer deported by France back to the country, escalating diplomatic tensions between the two nations. The influencer, known as “Doualemn,” was deported from France for inciting hatred and violence on social media. However, upon landing in Algeria, authorities refused entry and sent him back to France, citing an exceptional 2008 law that excludes nationals deemed a threat. Doualemn, whose real name is Boualem N., is accused of making violent threats and anti-Semitic remarks on TikTok, where he has 138,000 followers. His deportation follows similar actions against other Algerian influencers for inciting attacks against opposition supporters.…

Immigration authorities in Mozambique have confiscated the diplomatic passport of opposition leader Venancio Mondlane following his return to the country, his legal adviser disclosed on Friday. Dinis Tivane, in a statement posted on social media, said the passport was seized on Thursday at Maputo International Airport, where Mondlane arrived after a period of self-imposed exile. Mondlane left Mozambique after the contentious October 9 presidential elections, which he claims were marred by fraud. Allegations of Intimidation Tivane claimed the move to seize Mondlane’s passport is an attempt to “intimidate and restrict his movements.” He also noted that Mondlane had lost his…

Libya’s Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, Taher Al-Baour, reiterated the country’s rejection of any military presence on its territory without prior approval from the Government of National Unity (GNU). He emphasized that such arrangements must fall within bilateral agreements that align with Libya’s interests. Speaking to Al Jazeera on Wednesday, Al-Baour affirmed that the GNU remains the sole internationally recognized government, dismissing the authority of the parallel administration backed by the House of Representatives in Tobruk. He stressed that the Tobruk-based government is not authorized to sign international agreements. Diplomatic Developments Al-Baour announced plans to reopen the Syrian embassy in…

As Malawi approaches the 2025 General Elections, the Malawi Peace and Unity Commission (MPUC) has unveiled a five-year strategic plan and a communication strategy to guide its operations from 2024 to 2029. Speaking at the launch event held in Lilongwe on Thursday, Deputy Minister of Local Government, Joyce Chitsulo, described the two documents as critical tools in preparing the nation for the elections. “The government is committed to ensuring that Malawians remain peaceful and united, regardless of their ethnic, religious, political, or other differences,” Chitsulo emphasized. She noted that since its inception, the MPUC had been operating without a clear…

Rwandan President Paul Kagame has urged the Democratic Republic of Congo to engage in direct talks with the M23 rebel group, which has recently seized key towns in eastern Congo, further consolidating its control over the conflict-stricken region. The M23 group, one of over 100 armed factions in the mineral-rich area bordering Rwanda, captured the strategic towns of Katale and Masisi last month, displacing thousands of people. Masisi, located 80 kilometers west of Goma, serves as a critical gateway to Congo’s interior. Speaking in Kigali, Kagame emphasized the need for dialogue to resolve the ongoing conflict. “The solution lies in…

Amnesty International has called on Cameroonian authorities to cease the harassment of prominent human rights defender Alice Nkom and to reinstate the operations of suspended civil society organizations. Alice Nkom, a lawyer and President of the Central African Human Rights Defenders Network (Redhac), has been summoned multiple times by Cameroonian authorities. This follows the arbitrary suspension of Redhac and three other organizations by the Minister of Territorial Administration, citing alleged financial irregularities and activities deemed detrimental to the state. Amnesty International’s interim Regional Director for West and Central Africa, Marceau Sivieude, condemned the actions, stating, “The weaponization of the justice…

Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio welcomed Algeria’s Special Envoy, Sofiane Chaib, in a meeting aimed at deepening diplomatic and economic cooperation between the two nations. Sofiane Chaib, who also serves as Algeria’s Secretary of State to the Minister of Foreign Affairs in charge of the National Community Abroad, delivered a message from Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, reaffirming Algeria’s commitment to fostering closer ties with Sierra Leone. During the meeting, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Timothy Musa Kabba, highlighted the significance of the envoy’s visit as a continuation of President Bio’s diplomatic efforts. He referenced the…

Mozambique’s opposition leader Venancio Mondlane has returned from over two months in exile, declaring his willingness to engage in talks over contentious election results that have sparked weeks of deadly protests. Mondlane, who alleges the October 9 election was rigged to favor the ruling Frelimo party’s candidate, Daniel Chapo, arrived at Maputo International Airport to a crowd of journalists and supporters. Chapo, the declared winner, is scheduled to be sworn in on January 15. Addressing the media, Mondlane stated, “I’m here in person to say that if you want to negotiate… I’m here,” sending a clear message to authorities seeking…