Uganda election hit by delays amid internet shutdown
Voting in Uganda’s presidential and parliamentary elections was delayed nationwide amid technical failures and an ongoing internet shutdown
Deadly floods shut Kruger park
Deadly floods in South Africa have killed at least 10 people and shut Kruger National Park
Morocco reach AFCON final after shootout win over Nigeria
Morocco advanced to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final after beating Nigeria 4–2 on penalties following a goalless semi-final in Rabat.
Burkina Faso sacks Brama Traoré after Africa Cup exit
Burkina Faso has fired coach Brama Traoré after the national team fell short of expectations at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
South Africa launches decade-long cattle vaccination drive
South Africa has launched a 10-year vaccination campaign targeting nearly 20 million cattle to contain a widespread foot-and-mouth outbreak that has strained farmers and export markets.
American firm sues Congo over alleged corruption plot
An American financial company has sued the Democratic Republic of Congo and senior officials, alleging a corruption scheme, contract sabotage and financial losses.
Nigeria hires US lobbyists to counter Christian persecution claims
Nigeria has enlisted a US lobbying firm to push back against claims of Christian persecution and secure US backing
African exporters hail US vote on AGOA
African manufacturers welcomed US congressional approval to revive AGOA but warned delays are hurting exporters, threatening jobs and straining trade across the continent.
Uganda election chief says he received threats over results
Uganda’s election chief says he has faced threats over results but insists only voters and the law will decide the winner
US ends protected status for Somalis as immigration raids expand
The United States has ended temporary protected status for Somalis, setting a March deadline to leave as immigration raids intensify in Minnesota and protests grow over enforcement actions.
AfDB courts Arab lenders to close Africa’s growing funding gap
The African Development Bank has launched a new partnership drive with Arab development funds to mobilise long-term financing as Western donors scale back support to Africa.

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