Iran voices optimism while US threatens new strikes
Iran and the US resume nuclear talks in Geneva as Washington increases military pressure and sanctions, while Tehran signals cautious optimism about a diplomatic breakthrough.
Pope Leo XIV will visit four African nations
Pope Leo XIV will visit Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea in April, also stopping in Monaco and Spain to promote peace, interfaith dialogue, and migration issues.
Malian firm NDC Energie takes over former TotalEnergies stations
NDC Energie has taken over about 80 fuel stations once run by TotalEnergies, marking the French firm’s full exit from Mali
Congo drone strike kills M23 spokesman, nine dead
Drone strike in eastern Congo kills M23 spokesman and at least nine others
Zimbabwe rejects ‘lopsided’ US health aid deal
Zimbabwe has rejected a US health aid deal worth $367m, citing data sovereignty and benefit-sharing concerns
Gunmen kill 25 in twin attacks in Northeast Nigeria
Gunmen killed at least 25 people in coordinated attacks on two villages in Nigeria’s Adamawa State, residents and officials said
Ukraine: Over 1,700 Africans fighting for Russia
Kyiv accuses Russia of deceiving over 1,700 Africans into fighting in Ukraine’s war
Global debt surges to $348 trillion in 2025 led by big economies
Global debt surged nearly $29 trillion in 2025, reaching $348.3 trillion, driven by advanced economies, rising fiscal deficits, and record borrowing worldwide.
Cameroon says Ekane died of natural causes in custody
Cameroon says detained opposition figure Anicet Ekane died of natural causes, while his family and opposition leaders question the circumstances and demand transparency.
Iran says nuclear deal within reach before US talks
Iran’s foreign minister said a nuclear deal with the United States is within reach before Geneva talks, while both sides trade warnings amid regional tensions.
Sierra Leone says Guinean troops cross border, clash
Sierra Leone said Guinean soldiers crossed into its territory, clashed with security forces, detained personnel and seized weapons, while diplomatic efforts continue to secure their release.

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