Tunisian journalist jailed as union warns of growing crackdown on media

Egyptian President al-Sisi appealed to Trump to end the Israeli-American offensive on Iran, warning of severe energy, economic, and humanitarian consequences.

Global oil markets tighten as Asia diverts West African and European crude eastward amid Iran Strait closure, record North Sea premiums, and rising fuel shortages.

Afreximbank raised $2 billion in its largest syndicated loan ever, exceeding targets with 31 global lenders to refinance facilities and cover general expenditures.

Faustin-Archange Touadéra was sworn in for a third seven-year term in CAR despite opposition boycott and disputes over the December election results.

Congo begins FDLR disarmament push as Rwanda tensions and M23 activity continue

Somali federal troops took control of Baidoa after clashes with South West State forces, restoring stability and prompting the local population to welcome them.

Kwankwaso joins ADC, strengthening opposition ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 vote

Gunmen killed at least 30 in a Jos bar shooting, sparking mob retaliation that raised total deaths to 33 amid longstanding ethnic tensions.

Kenya’s youth are mobilising with TikTok, music, and campaigns to register millions of first-time voters ahead of next year’s general election.

The African Union urged Somali leaders to pursue dialogue and restraint as tensions between the federal government and South West state threaten stability and humanitarian conditions.