Eric Mafundo

88 Articles

From solider to Statesman: The Rise of Gabon’s Military Leader.

In April 2023, Gabon's military leader, General Brice Clothaire Oligui Nguema, made headlines when he announced his intention…

Ghana’s MPs Reignite Controversy with Reintroduction of Anti-LGBT Bill.

In a move that has sparked both national and international outrage, Ghanaian Members of Parliament (MPs) have reintroduced…

Burna Boy: From Nigerian Icon to Boston’s Celebrated Artist.

On March 2, 2025, history was made in Boston as the city declared a public holiday in honor…

Is Opposition in Uganda just A group of Social Media Content Creators or Comedians?

In the heart of East Africa, Uganda stands as a paradox. Although the nation boasts a tapestry of…

Tragedy Strikes as Uganda Reports First Ebola Death in 2025: Urgent Action Needed.

In a harrowing development at the end of February 2025, Uganda reported its first Ebola death for the…

Ramadan 2025: Fasting hours and iftar times around the world.

As the crescent moon signals the arrival of Ramadan, millions of Muslims across the globe embrace a month…

Honoring a Legacy: The Final Farewell to Sam Nujoma, Africa’s Last Liberator.

In March 2025, Namibia bid a poignant farewell to its founding father and first president, Sam Nujoma, marking…

Guinea-Bissau President Issues Ultimatum: ECOWAS Mission on the Chopping Block.

In a shocking turn of events last week, the President of Guinea-Bissau, Umaro Sissoco Embaló, issued a stern…

The Implications of Trump’s Gold Card Proposal on U.S. Citizenship and African Countries.

In a move that has captured attention far beyond American borders, former President Donald Trump has proposed a…

The Bahima: Guardians of cattle and Tradition in Western Uganda.

The Bahima people, a sub-group of the Banyankore ethnic group, are predominantly found in the western region of…

Senegal has signed a deal with separatist rebels.But will it end one of Africa’s longest conflicts?

Senegal has long been celebrated as a beacon of stability in West Africa, yet the simmering tensions in…

China benefits most from its relations with Africa: Where’s the imbalance?

Over the past two decades, China has emerged as Africa’s largest trading partner, significantly reshaping the continent's economic…

What’s driving Africa’s youth-Led Protests?

In recent years, Africa has witnessed an unprecedented wave of youth-led protests, spanning from the northern reaches of…

Unity in Vision: African Leaders Convene in Addis Ababa to Mobilize for Agenda2063.

In a landmark gathering held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, leaders and representatives from across the African continent convened…

Emerging Health Threats: New Disease Outbreaks in Central Africa.

As we step into 2025, Central Africa, particularly the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), faces an alarming…