French journalist jailed in Algeria sparks outrage
French journalist Christophe Gleizes was sentenced in Algeria to seven years in prison for glorifying terrorism while researching Kabylie football.
Fatal bus crash in northern Tanzania kills and injures dozens
Two buses collided and burst into flames in northern Tanzania killing at least 37 and injuring 30 as the president calls for stricter road safety.
Somali commandos hit al-Shabaab in Lower Jubba
The Danab forces launched a precise operation targeting senior al-Shabaab operatives in Maqooqaha village, killing more than 37 militants.
Uganda’s Museveni, 80, confirms bid for re-election in 2026
The next presidential election is set for January 2026, alongside parliamentary polls
US sanctions on Sudan take effect, deepening pressure on al-Burhan
The sanctions are intended to pressure the SAF to reconsider its hardline stance and return to the negotiating table
Congo conflict deal earns praise and scepticism regionally
Congo and Rwanda signed a US-brokered peace deal in Washington aimed at ending a decades-long conflict, though many experts question its enforcement.
Mozambique probes army abuse near gas site
The human rights commission is probing claims that troops locked villagers in containers and tortured them near a key LNG site.
Nigeria launches deadly airstrikes on bandits
The Nigerian Air Force killed at least 60 terrorists in Niger State airstrikes supported by ground troops during a multi-day operation this week
Rwanda, Congo sign US-backed peace deal
The U.S. helped Rwanda and Congo reach a deal for troop withdrawal and regional economic cooperation after years of deadly fighting.
Food aid dwindles in Uganda as refugee numbers reach new highs
Families fleeing Sudan and Congo now struggle in Uganda where UN food rations are slashed and refugee numbers continue to rise.
CODECO rebels kill civilians in Congo village
A brutal dawn assault by CODECO militants left 11 civilians dead in Djugu territory as UN forces intervened to repel further violence.
Kenya minister brands anniversary protests a ‘coup attempt’ after 16 kille...
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen toured Nairobi’s central business district on Thursday, inspecting shops stripped of goods during Wednesday’s unrest
Transformer blast sparks stampede at CAR exam hall, killing 29 students
Hospital director Abel Assaye said most victims were crushed while fleeing through a single doorway after a ground-floor transformer under repair blew up and filled the building with smoke
US details sanctions on Burhan’s SAF over chemical weapons use
Sanctions end U.S. aid, arms sales, loans and multilateral backing for Sudan starting Friday
DR Congo launches polio campaign for 10M+ children
DR Congo launched a large-scale polio vaccination campaign targeting over 10 million children as cases of variant poliovirus persist despite previous efforts.
Congo softens Rwanda pullout demand, peace deal looms
Analysts and diplomats estimate Rwanda has sent about 7,000 soldiers across the border to back the M23 rebels, who swept through eastern Congo earlier this year, seizing two major cities and mineral-rich territory
Ethiopia urged to stop harassing striking health workers
Ethiopian health workers strike for better pay as authorities arrest dozens and face criticism from Human Rights Watch over harsh tactics
South Africa’s Ramaphosa removes da deputy trade minister
Ramaphosa’s office said the dismissal does not presage a wider reshuffle and gave no reason for Whitfield’s removal
Sixteen killed in Kenya protests, most by police, says Amnesty
Thousands poured into the streets of Nairobi and other cities to commemorate the June 2024 demonstrations that left over 60 people dead
Nigerian army suffers deadly ambush in north-central operation
At least 14 Nigerian soldiers were killed and 10 wounded in a clash with gunmen in Niger State, according to the army
UN envoy inspects water and health projects in Congo
UN relief chief Tom Fletcher visited eastern Democratic Republic of Congo to assess humanitarian projects amid escalating conflict and displacement
South African court blocks Lungu burial
Lungu, who led Zambia from 2015 to 2021, died on 5 June while undergoing medical treatment in South Africa
France faces complaint over Thiaroye massacre
Senegalese son accuses France of hiding remains of his father killed in the Thiaroye massacre during World War II.
Kenya protest anniversary: 1 dead, 17 hurt
Government orders all television, radio stations to halt live coverage of protests, according to local media
Detained Chad opposition leader begins hunger strike
Succes Masra, a former prime minister, faces multiple charges including inciting hatred and violence, complicity with armed gangs and complicity in murder
Kenya marks protest anniversary with fresh rallies
Police fired tear gas and sealed roads into Nairobi’s central business district, while marches in Mombasa and Nakuru remained largely peaceful
US diplomat denies unfair trade claims amid African concerns
U.S. diplomat says there is no visa ban and denies unfair trade practices amid African concerns at Luanda summit.