Africa

Published: 15 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online A team of wildlife researchers has announced the discovery of a previously unknown monkey species deep within the rainforests of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), revealing a rare primate distinguished by its vivid orange lips and unique physical characteristics. The discovery, described by scientists as one of the most significant primate findings in recent...

Published: 15 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online Nigerian authorities have arrested the alleged leader of a fraudulent organisation accused of posing as a government agency, bringing an end to a weeks-long manhunt that attracted nationwide attention and renewed concerns over sophisticated public sector scams. The suspect, whose identity has not been officially disclosed pending further legal proceedings, was taken into custody following an...

Published: 15 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online A man whose early years were spent surviving on the streets has become one of the most significant figures in South Africa's expanding police corruption investigation, with his testimony and insider knowledge helping authorities unravel allegations of misconduct within the country's law enforcement agencies. His remarkable journey—from homelessness and poverty to becoming a trusted investigator in...

Published: 7 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online A growing number of African governments are reconsidering their dependence on foreign assistance, with some choosing to decline or limit aid offered under the administration of US President Donald Trump. The decisions reflect a broader shift in the continent's political and economic outlook, where national leaders increasingly argue that long-term development should be driven by investment,...

Published: 6 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online For generations, fishing has sustained countless coastal communities across Africa, providing food, employment and a way of life deeply rooted in local traditions. Today, however, many fishermen say their livelihoods are under increasing threat as industrial fishing fleets—particularly Chinese-owned trawlers—expand their presence in African waters. Across several coastal nations, fishermen report dwindling catches, shrinking incomes and...

Published: 1 July 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online A new report from human rights organisation Amnesty International has accused Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of committing crimes against humanity during ongoing fighting in and around the city of El-Fasher, intensifying international concern over one of Africa’s most devastating conflicts. The allegations add to growing evidence of widespread abuses committed during Sudan’s civil war, which has displaced millions of...

Published: 10 June 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online Twelve people have been killed in a mass shooting in Johannesburg, according to police, in one of the deadliest incidents of gun violence reported in the city this year. Emergency services and law enforcement officers were deployed to the scene following reports of multiple gunshots in a residential area, where victims were discovered with fatal injuries. Police said...

Published: 8 June 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online Immigrant communities across South Africa say they are living in “extreme fear” as anti-immigration tensions intensify in several parts of the country amid growing political and economic pressure. Foreign nationals reported rising hostility, threats and intimidation following renewed public debate over illegal migration, unemployment and crime. Community organisations said many immigrants are avoiding travel, closing businesses early and...

Published: 8 June 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online Hundreds of people have been freed from a remote mountain hideout used by Boko Haram militants following a large-scale military operation, authorities in the region have confirmed. Security forces said the rescue mission targeted a long-established militant base believed to have been used for detentions, forced recruitment and logistical coordination. Officials described the operation as one of the...

Published: 8 June 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a strengthened national crackdown on illegal migration, unveiling measures aimed at tightening border security and increasing enforcement against undocumented entry and employment. The government said the new policy package will expand border surveillance, increase deportation capacity and strengthen coordination between immigration officials, police and regional security agencies. Officials argue that illegal migration is placing...