Ivory Coast opposition leader drops French nationality for election
Tidjane Thiam, leader of Ivory Coast’s Democratic Party, has renounced his French nationality to meet constitutional requirements for the upcoming presidential election.
US lawmaker ignites debate in Tunisia after criticizing Saied
US congressman Joe Wilson sparks heated debate in Tunisia with criticism of Saied’s government and policies.
Civilian casualties soar as Sudan conflict intensifies
The UN warns of a sharp rise in civilian deaths in Sudan, urging warring parties to protect non-combatants as heavy attacks escalate.
South Sudan detects first mpox case in patient from Uganda
South Sudan confirmed its first mpox case after a 31-year-old Ugandan man tested positive, prompting an emergency response from health officials.
Rwanda accuses DRC of plotting attack amid M23 advance
Rwanda’s ambassador, James Ngango, said his country had uncovered evidence of an imminent attack coordinated by Kinshasa and its allies
UN Human Rights Council launches mission on Congo violations
The UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) has established a fact-finding mission to investigate serious human rights violations in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Netherlands urges Sierra Leone on extradition
Sierra Leone investigates allegations of high-level protection for convicted drug criminal Jos Leijdekkers.
Tunisia cuts jail time for influencers over ‘morals’ violations
Tunisian court reduces the prison sentences of four influencers convicted of violating public morals online, with three being released after serving shortened terms.
Kenya’s Haiti mission continues as US stops funding
Kenyan President William Ruto confirmed that the US has exempted Kenya’s Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission in Haiti from its broader aid freeze.
South Africa stands firm against US criticism, Ramaphosa vows
President Ramaphosa rejects US criticism and affirms South Africa will not be bullied, defending the government’s policies and national sovereignty.
Attack on Swiss aid workers in DRC leaves three dead
Three aid workers from a Swiss aid group were killed during an attack while on a humanitarian mission in eastern Congo, where fighting between the Congolese army and M23 rebels has intensified.
France to pull its troops from Ivory Coast after years of military ties
France will officially withdraw its troops and hand over its military base in Ivory Coast to the local government on February 20, 2025.
Niger confirms the death of 10 soldiers in a border ambush
The attack comes amid an ongoing security crisis in the region, with jihadist groups operating in the area.
USAID cuts by Trump admin raise alarm over Ebola outbreak
Trump administration’s freeze on USAID funding raises concerns over Uganda’s Ebola outbreak and health response.
Tshisekedi to attend regional summit on eastern Congo conflict
A high-level summit in Tanzania may bring together Congo and Rwanda’s leaders amid rising tensions, with the UN cautioning that the conflict could spread across the region.
Trump’s USAID cuts spark fears over Uganda Ebola outbreak
Suspension of foreign aid hampers global health efforts as new outbreak emerges
South Africa defends independence after US G20 snub
‘We remain committed to engaging the government of the USA,’ says South African foreign minister
UNICEF condemns killing of 40 children in Sudan
At least 40 children have been killed in Sudan over the past three days due to bombings in various parts of the country, according to UNICEF.
ICC prosecutors watch violence in eastern Congo
The International Criminal Court is closely monitoring the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where Rwandan-backed rebels have taken control of Goma, leading to thousands of casualties.
Namibia sets March 21 for first female president’s inauguration
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to take office in ceremony coinciding with country’s 35th Independence Day
Deadly fire kills 17 students at school in northern Nigeria
A fire at an Islamic school in northern Nigeria’s Zamfara state killed at least 17 students, injured 12 others, and is under police investigation.
Ramaphosa confronts Musk over Trump’s disinformation claims
South Africa’s president Cyril Ramaphosa confronts Elon Musk over disinformation in US media related to Trump’s land expropriation comments.
Namibia sets march 21 for inauguration of its first female president
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is set to be inaugurated as Namibia’s first woman president on March 21.
Zimbabwe backs US immigrant deportations
545 Zimbabwean nationals face deportation, according to US Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Italy claims release of Libyan officer was due to ICC warrant errors
Osama Elmasry Njeem, accused of murder, torture, and rape of detainees in Libya, was freed and flown back to Tripoli two days after his detention in northern Italy last month
WHO raises alarm over healthcare facility attacks in Sudan
The World Health Organization has expressed concern over the ongoing attacks on hospitals in Sudan, calling for a ceasefire and the protection of healthcare facilities.
Kenya seeks UN mission for Haiti amid US aid disruptions
Foreign Ministry official tells media that paused US disbursement affects only $15M, so mission remains on track