Senegal’s growth forecast revised down to 7.1 pct — IMF

The IMF urges Senegal to control spending to meet its budget deficit target. The country’s new government remains committed to the IMF program.

Nigeria gunmen kill 25 in village raids, targeting vigilantes

Gunmen from criminal gangs in northwest Nigeria attacked villages, killing 25 people, mostly vigilantes, in response to recent military operations against their hideouts.

Canada arrests three in killing of Sikh separatist linked to India

Canadian police arrested three men for the 2023 murder of a Sikh activist, reigniting tensions with India over accusations of government involvement.

Anti-US protests in Burkina Faso after HRW report

Burkina Faso is in turmoil following a Human Rights Watch report alleging a civilian massacre by the army.

Kenya on alert as Cyclone Hidaya approaches as 210 lives lost in floods

President William Ruto outlines urgent measures to deal with floods across country

DR Congo military sentences soldiers for fleeing M23

A military court in DR Congo sentences eight soldiers, including officers, to death for desertion while fighting M23 rebels.

Bangladesh thumps Zimbabwe by 8 wickets in T20 opener

In a one-sided contest, Bangladesh cruised to an eight-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in the 1st T20I.

DRC-China minerals deal: $7B investment linked to copper prices

A revised minerals deal between DRC and Chinese companies involves around $7 billion of infrastructure investments, dependent on copper prices remaining high.

Tunisia expels migrants, raising concerns about vulnerable people

Tunisian authorities expelled hundreds of migrants, including asylum seekers, from camps in Tunis, raising concerns about their treatment and destination.

Hamas delegation flies to Cairo for Gaza truce deal with Israel

Gaza ceasefire negotiations continue as Hamas sends delegation to Cairo for discussions on truce deal and hostage release, following the arrival of CIA Director William Burns in Egypt.

UK expects first deportation flights to Rwanda in July

The UK government’s plan to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda faces a new hurdle – a legal challenge from civil servants.

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