Hundreds of Rwandan refugees return after decades in Congo
The UN helps hundreds of Rwandan refugees cross from Congo to Rwanda as part of a repatriation effort after decades abroad.
Turkish official discusses counterterrorism in Burkina Faso
Turkish deputy foreign minister visits Burkina Faso to boost ties and focus on counterterrorism and regional stability.
Morocco to reopen Syria embassy post-Assad
After breaking ties in 2012, Morocco will return to Damascus with renewed support following the fall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria.
Turkey evacuates 82 nationals amid deadly unrest in Libya
After violent unrest in Libya, Turkey safely brought home 82 citizens from Tripoli.
Improvised bomb in Barawe causes deaths and injuries in Somalia
A vehicle-borne improvised explosive device killed two people and wounded four at Barawe town airport gate in Somalia.
Gaza demands Arab action to stop Israeli war
Arab leaders are asked by Gaza to take bold steps to stop Israel’s war, open border crossings, and deliver medical supplies and fuel.
Tasees condemns SAF attack on civilians in Al-Hammadi
In a statement issued Thursday, Tasees accused SAF and its affiliated terrorist factions of executing a massacre in Al-Hammadi on Tuesday
Gaza Palestinians may be moved to Libya under US plan
The Trump administration is reportedly planning to resettle 1 million Palestinians from Gaza to Libya, NBC News reports, citing sources familiar with talks.
Ministers resign from Libya’s int’l recognized government
Economy and trade minister in libya resigns his post. This follows the resignation of two other ministers due to protests.
Yemen and Somalia face deeper crises after UN budget cuts
The UN is cutting aid goals in Yemen and Somalia due to reduced funding, putting millions at risk of hunger, displacement, and lack of essential services.
Ali Bongo leaves Gabon and arrives in Angola with wife and son
Gabon’s ousted leader Ali Bongo and his family have arrived in Angola after nearly two years in detention following the 2023 coup.
Insurgents in Nigeria use TikTok to spread violence
Armed groups in Nigeria exploit TikTok’s popularity to broadcast extremist messages and attract new recruits.
Chad probes Masra for inciting revolt
Chad’s ex-PM Succes Masra was arrested and is being investigated for inciting hatred, complicity in murder, and involvement in deadly violence.
Chad investigates former PM Masra over deadly clash
Masra, who led the country for five months in early 2024, was arrested by the judicial police at his home on Friday
Chad’s ex-PM Succes Masra detained by security forces
The move has raised further concerns about the shrinking space for democracy in Chad
Nigeria oil spill sparks pipeline safety fears
A pipeline rupture in Nigeria has spilled crude into Ogoniland with cleanup still pending and locals demanding action.
TPLF calls election ban a threat to fragile peace in Ethiopia
Ethiopia’s opposition party TPLF claims its political ban poses a serious threat to ongoing peace efforts after the civil war.
Egypt sentences dissident Hisham Kassem to prison in absentia
Egyptian opposition figure Hisham Kassem has been sentenced in absentia to six months in prison for defamation, sparking criticism from rights groups.
Al Qaeda affiliate claims Burkina Faso attack, 200 dead
The attack took place on Sunday morning, with both a police station and local market also targeted in the assault
South Sudan medical system collapsing amid clashes
MSF warns of collapsing medical system in South Sudan amid rising attacks and conflict, causing mass displacement and straining resources.
Malian security forces allegedly kill civilians in central Mali
The incident, which took place in Diafarabe, a town along the Niger River, has sparked public outrage
US shifts focus in Africa to ‘trade, not aid’, envoy states
Troy Fitrell, Senior Bureau Official for African Affairs, highlighted that U.S. ambassadors in Africa will now be evaluated based on trade agreements rather than aid expenditures
Ex-Mauritanian president gets 15-year sentence for corruption
Aziz, who ruled Mauritania for a decade after seizing power in a 2008 coup, was convicted on charges of economic crimes and abuse of power
South Africa’s Ramaphosa to meet Trump in US
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will visit the United States next week to meet with President Donald Trump amid strained relations between the two nations.
Rival militias clash anew in Tripoli’s crowded areas
Gunfights reignited in Tripoli between powerful militias despite official ceasefire claims, raising concerns over Libya’s fragile security.
Moroccan soldier in UN mission killed in Congo vehicle crash
A UN peacekeeper and interpreter died after their vehicle overturned in eastern DR Congo while four others were injured.
Ethiopia revokes TPLF’s legal status after deadline violations
Ethiopian officials have stripped the TPLF of legal recognition for failing to meet new post-conflict party registration laws.