Sudan’s SAF blamed for drone strike that killed 17 in Chad
Chad and TASIS blame SAF for deadly Tine strike, warning conflict is expanding beyond Sudan’s borders
US considers lifting some Iranian oil sanctions to ease rising prices
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington may ease Iranian oil sanctions as energy prices surge, aiming to stabilise markets and support global partners.
Libya’s oil output at Sharara gradually rises after pipeline fire
Sharara oil field fire is under control as Libya begins gradual restoration of production and maintenance teams assess the damage.
Iran urges South Africa to rally BRICS against US-Israel strikes
Iran offered safe passage for South African cargoes through the Strait of Hormuz and urged BRICS nations to oppose US-Israel aggression.
US funding offer to Zambia links health aid with mineral access
A leaked US-Zambia health funding draft links aid to mining access, raising privacy, sovereignty, and funding cut concerns across African countries.
Rhinos return to Uganda’s Kidepo Valley National Park after 40 years
For the first time since 1983, Uganda reintroduces rhinos to Kidepo National Park, aiming to restore the species lost to poaching and instability.
Senegal demands probe after CAF strips Africa Cup title
Senegal condemned CAF for stripping its Africa Cup win, demanded an independent probe, and announced plans for legal action while supporting detained fans in Morocco.
Nigeria troops kill 80 insurgents in Borno base attack
Nigerian forces backed by airstrikes kill 80 insurgents repelling a major base assault in Borno
18 killed in bandit reprisal attack in Katsina
Bandit reprisal kills 18 in Katsina after vigilante clash, raising fears over failed peace deals
Tinubu arrives in London to hold talks with Britain’s royal family
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu visits the UK for the first state trip in decades, meeting King Charles III, British leaders, and the Nigerian diaspora.
Britain and Rwanda clash over unpaid migrant deal
Britain and Rwanda go to The Hague over unpaid migrant deal, with Rwanda seeking over £100 million and Britain disputing the claims.

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