France and Algeria reopen dialogue amid deep diplomatic rift
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot arrived in Algiers for talks, days after Presidents Emmanuel Macron and Abdelmadjid Tebboune agreed by phone to pursue a roadmap aimed at easing tensions
M23 rebels meet DR Congo delegation for peace talks in Doha
DR Congo officials and M23 rebels held direct talks in Doha as part of a Qatari-led effort to resolve the conflict in the country’s eastern region.
Somali army commander killed by gunman in Lower Shabelle
Somali military commander Lt. Colonel Nuur Farey was shot dead during an inspection in Lower Shabelle; an investigation is underway.
Fighters in Madagascar revive moraingy to honor tradition, culture
In Madagascar, a traditional combat sport called moraingy is being revived through public tournaments and community efforts.
India, African nations to start first naval drill off Tanzania
India and African countries to conduct inaugural naval exercise off Tanzania’s coast, focusing on regional maritime security and countering piracy.
Amadou Bagayoko of iconic duo Amadou & Mariam dies at 70
The Ministry of Culture announced the news in a statement broadcast on state television, saying it had “learned with concern of the passing of artist Amadou Bagayoko”
Tunisia begins evacuating migrant camps in Sfax province
Tunisia initiates the gradual evacuation of migrant camps in Sfax, involving Red Crescent teams and other agencies for support.
Nigeria steps up meningitis response with new vaccine shipment
Nigeria has received 1.2 million meningitis vaccine doses to curb an outbreak that has killed 70 people and infected hundreds across 23 states.
Military arrests junta critic in Burkina Faso, says civil group
Burkina Faso authorities have arrested a civil society leader, fueling concerns over ongoing repression of critics by the military junta.
South Africa pushes WTO reform after US imposes high tariffs
Following US tariffs on South African goods, officials call for WTO reforms to protect developing economies and uphold multilateral trade rules.
British missionary and assistant released after Cameroon abduction
Missionary Huub Welters and assistant Henry Kang were freed two days after their abduction while on a classroom project mission.
Russia pledges military support for Sahel juntas’ joint force
The three West African nations, which have each undergone coups in recent years, formed the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) after expelling French and Western forces
South Africa won’t retaliate against Trump’s tariffs, seeks exemptions
Trump’s decision to slap a 31% tariff on South African imports—part of a broader protectionist trade policy—has raised concerns about the future of economic ties
Congo rebels withdraw from strategic town ahead of peace talks
Since January, M23 has made rapid gains in eastern Congo, seizing the region’s two largest cities, resulting in thousands of deaths and displacing hundreds of thousands
US pledges $550 million loan for Lobito rail project despite cuts
A US diplomat confirmed that funding for Angola’s Lobito rail corridor is secure, countering concerns over Trump’s spending reductions.
South Sudan crisis deepens as Museveni meets Kiir in Juba
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni visited South Sudan to meet President Salva Kiir amid escalating tensions following Vice President Riek Machar’s house arrest.
Study finds African women in outsourcing face higher AI job risks
Automation threatens jobs in Africa’s outsourcing sector, with women 10% more vulnerable than men, urging the need for upskilling and AI workforce strategies.
Congolese leader discusses mining deal with Trump Africa advisor
Tshisekedi and Trump’s senior envoy held talks on a possible mining deal and efforts to bring peace to eastern DR Congo, where violence is escalating.
Many civilians killed in Ethiopia’s Oromia region amid militia attack
Ethiopian officials report that many civilians were killed last week in a militia attack in Oromia, with reports suggesting at least 20 dead and three kidnapped.
Trump hits Lesotho with harshest tariff yet, scrapping African trade deal
Lesotho, a landlocked nation of 2 million people surrounded by South Africa, was singled out by Trump in March as a country “nobody has ever heard of”
South Africa’s Orania leaders seek Trump’s help for Afrikaner statehood
Last week, leaders from the Orania Movement traveled to the United States to garner support for recognition as an independent entity
‘Iyanu’ TV show brings Nigerian mythology to global audiences
“Iyanu,” an original production from Black-owned studio Lion Forge Animation, will premiere on Cartoon Network on Saturday, followed by a release on Max on Sunday
Senegal revokes amnesty for certain crimes linked to 2021-24 protests
The original law, passed in March 2024 under former President Macky Sall, granted amnesty to both security forces and protesters involved in violent clashes
South Africa seeks new US trade deal after tariff hike
U.S. President Donald Trump announced global reciprocal tariffs on imports, imposing a 30% tariff on South African goods
Nigerian pastor acquitted of rape after eight years in South African jail
Omotoso, who led a church in Port Elizabeth, had denied 32 charges, including rape and human trafficking
AU mediators arrive in South Sudan to help prevent civil war
The African Union delegation has arrived in Juba to mediate peace talks and prevent further escalation of the conflict in South Sudan.
Kenyan athletes face three drug tests for world championships
Kenya mandates three drug tests for athletes vying for the Tokyo World Championships to reinforce its fight against doping in competitive sports.