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Cameroon’s parliament has approved a constitutional reform that creates a vice-president position for the first time since 1984, in a move critics say could pave the way for a dynastic succession under Paul Biya, the world’s oldest serving leader at…
A damning Human Rights Watch report has exposed the deadly reality behind Burkina Faso’s military junta, revealing that over 1,800 civilians have been killed since Captain Ibrahim Traoré seized power in September 2022. The comprehensive investigation documented 57 incidents between…
As Africa’s digital economy explodes, a fierce competition is brewing in the tech sector over QR code technology that could reshape how young Africans interact with mobile payments and digital services. Eleven major software libraries are vying for dominance in…
A recent online discussion has sparked conversation about uncomfortable realities plaguing modern society. While the original conversation focused on global issues, many of these challenges resonate deeply across African communities, particularly affecting young people aged 15-25. The discussion, compiled from…
The Confederation of African Football has opened an investigation into the serious unrest that marred the quarter-finals of CAN 2025, particularly during the Algeria-Nigeria match, amid growing tensions, refereeing controversies, and suspicions of institutional bias. The Diplomatic Crisis of African…
As the Pharaohs sail calmly at the top of Group B, the rest scramble for survival. South Africa faces Zimbabwe in a politically charged match where a draw is enough—but the ghosts of controversy still haunt the camp. Angola, meanwhile,…
With no credible opposition and a choreographed vote, Guinea’s presidential election now enters its post-electoral phase: result management. General Mamadi Doumbouya, who seized power in 2021, appears set to secure a formal victory by Monday, in a process more symbolic…
At 555 Media Hub, staying informed means staying connected to the real stories shaping Africa today. Driven by a young and dynamic team of reporters based in South Africa, we bring you regular, on-the-ground coverage from across the continent We…
In an explosive Guardian investigation, a shadowy network of UK-registered companies has been linked to the mass recruitment of Colombian mercenaries fighting for Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces—accused of ethnic cleansing, mass rape, and crimes against humanity. The epicentre of the…
