US to host Congo, Rwanda officials in Washington for peace talks
US hosts Congo and Rwanda officials in Washington this week to revive stalled peace efforts in eastern DRC
Nigeria troops kill 80 insurgents in Borno base attack
Nigerian forces backed by airstrikes kill 80 insurgents repelling a major base assault in Borno
Somalia’s South West state cuts ties with federal govt
South West Somalia halts ties with Mogadishu, citing power struggles and constitutional disputes
South African retailer Mr Price targets one more overseas market
Mr Price will expand further into Europe through its NKD acquisition but has no plans for global expansion, focusing on select key regions for growth.
Taliban say 408 killed in Kabul strike, Pakistan denies
Taliban say 408 killed in Kabul strike; Pakistan denies targeting civilians
Ethiopia warns of fuel shortages amid Middle East war
Abiy urges fuel rationing as Middle East war tightens global oil supply
Suicide bombings kill 23 in Maiduguri
At least 23 killed as coordinated bombings hit multiple sites in Maiduguri
Kenya arraigns man accused of supplying live ants to trafficking network
Kenya charges man accused of supplying ants to smuggling network
South Africa rejects US pressure to cut ties with Iran
Pretoria says it will not cut ties with Iran or bow to U.S. pressure despite rising geopolitical tensions
Madagascar president names anti-money-laundering chief PM
Mamitiana Rajaonarison becomes Madagascar’s new prime minister amid political changes and the president’s roadmap for constitutional reform and elections.
Kenya minister visits Russia over recruits
Kenya’s foreign minister visits Russia under pressure to stop African recruitment while African governments balance diplomacy and families demand protection for citizens abroad.

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