Senegal uncovers new report on the 1944 French massacre

Senegalese authorities advanced investigations into the 1944 Thiaroye massacre, uncovering evidence of French colonial forces killing African soldiers.

Morocco will reshape its budget to boost health and education

Morocco will reprioritise its budget to boost health, education, and regional equality in response to youth protests.

Protesters clash with police in Peru as one dies amid unrest

A deadly protest in Lima against President Jose Jeri left one protester dead and dozens injured, prompting calls for police reform.

Who’s who: Ivory Coast prepares for October vote

Ivory Coast will hold a presidential election on October 25 with incumbent Ouattara heavily favoured amid investor scrutiny and economic and security challenges.

Egyptian prime minister warns the Nile is not open to adventure

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly warns that the Nile is vital for Egypt and urges cooperation while opposing unilateral actions by Ethiopia over the GERD dam.

South Africa urges nations to challenge ratings agencies now

South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago urged developing nations to challenge rating agencies to boost transparency and lower capital costs.

Italian court upholds prison sentence for prosecutors in Nigeria case

An Italian appeals court upheld an eight-month prison sentence for two Milan prosecutors for failing to submit documents relevant to the Eni-Shell corruption case.

Africa’s financial markets show mixed results amid trade shocks

African financial markets show mixed performance as trade shocks, reforms, and climate actions reshape growth prospects.

From prison to palace: Randrianirina leads Madagascar’s transition

Col. Michael Randrianirina rises from obscurity to lead Madagascar after protests, pledging a welfare-focused transition

Thousands protest in Tunisia demanding closure of toxic plant

Thousands of Tunisians rallied in Gabes demanding the closure of a state-run chemical plant blamed for pollution, illness, and environmental damage.

Ivory Coast fights junta-led disinformation ahead of election

Ivory Coast faces a coordinated disinformation campaign by military juntas from Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger aiming to disrupt its upcoming presidential election.

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