Sahel alliance formed by Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso
The nations of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, have firmly decided against rejoining the West African regional bloc.
Tunisian lawyer Sonia Dahmani sentenced to one year in prison
Tunisian lawyer Sonia Dahmani has been sentenced to one year in prison, raising concerns about free speech and fair elections.
Rival Sudanese groups meet in Cairo
With a worsening humanitarian crisis, rival Sudanese factions hold their first talks in 15 months.
AfCFTA: Revolutionising trade across Africa
The AfCFTA seeks to significantly increase trade between African countries by reducing tariffs
Tunisian court sentences prominent presidential critic to prison
Opposition parties, many of whose leaders are currently imprisoned, have accused Saied’s government of pressuring the judiciary to target his election rivals
RSF claims decisive victory in Al-Dinder, Sudan
The RSF asserted full control over the strategically vital Al-Dinder area, claiming substantial losses in personnel and equipment inflicted upon SAF
New UK PM Starmer ends controversial Rwanda ‘scheme’
On his first day in office, Keir Starmer canceled the costly and controversial Rwanda asylum policy, focusing on immediate change and addressing the UK’s pressing issues.
Egypt, Syria reject attempts to displace Palestinians amid Gaza war
Egyptian president Sisi and Syrian counterpart Assad discussed the ongoing Gaza war, highlighting the need to prevent further escalation and ensure regional security.
Militants renew threats despite Nigeria’s ‘degrading’ claims
Despite pronouncements of success, suicide bombings in Gwoza, Nigeria, highlight the ongoing threat of militancy.
Mali junta, Russian Wagner militias blamed for civilian massacre
Malian civil society groups and residents accuse the army and Russian mercenaries of killing dozens of civilians in the Kidal region.
DR Congo sentences more soldiers to death as rebels advance
As M23 rebels advance in Congo, the government cracks down on desertion with public trials and death sentences.
Two-week truce between DR Congo and M23 rebels begins
A two-week humanitarian truce provides a window for aid workers to reach vulnerable populations.
Tunisia arrests 2 for terrorist group membership
Tunisian security did not disclose their names but said both had been sentenced for up to 3 years
Burkina Faso’s president arrives in Niger for first Sahel bloc summit
Leaders of Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali gathered for the first Sahel bloc summit in Niamey, focusing on joint anti-terrorism efforts and regional cooperation against militant violence.
SADC pulls out of Mozambique, local forces fight against militants
The SADC peacekeeping mission in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado has concluded.
African doctors ponder exit as far-right rises in France
North African doctors in France, including Tasnime Labiedh, are rethinking their future amid the far-right National Rally’s rise and a perceived lack of respect and fair working conditions.
Ruto unveils budget cuts and borrowing plans after Kenya tax protests
In the wake of violent protests over tax hikes, which left 39 dead, Kenyan president William Ruto has unveiled plans for borrowing and spending cuts to manage the budget deficit and support critical services.
Africa’s renewable energy boom: Solar power leading the charge
Africa is rapidly emerging as a powerhouse in renewable energy
Sahara more dangerous than Mediterranean for migrants — UN
The UN calls for immediate action to address the growing crisis of migrant abuse on land routes across Africa.
Tanzanian artist jailed for burning president’s picture
Tough laws against spreading “fake news” were enacted in Tanzania in 2018, which critics claim suppress freedom of expression
UN reports 4.5 million people uprooted internally in Ethiopia
With 4.5 million people uprooted, the Somali, Oromia, and Tigray regions face the brunt of the conflict.
UN: 4.5M internally displaced in Ethiopia as of June
Displacement is primarily due to conflicts persisting in northern and central regions of the country, coupled with climatic conditions, says UNOCHA
Nearly 90 dead, dozens missing after boat capsizes off Mauritania
A migrant boat capsized off the coast of Mauritania, leaving nearly 90 dead and dozens missing, highlighting the perils of the Atlantic route for those seeking to reach Europe.
Tanzania’s Gombe chimpanzee colony faces extinction
Once thriving, the chimpanzee colony in Gombe National Park, Tanzania, faces extinction due to habitat loss.
Abiy accuses Ethiopian rights body of foreign influence
The EHRC is set to release its annual report and its head, Daniel Bekele, nears the end of his term.
Rwandan president blames ‘outsiders’ for hindering progress
‘They are just words on the internet, or statements somewhere from different high offices, with no power over us at all’
Botswana urges faster progress on Trans-Kalahari Railway
Botswana’s President Mokgweetsi Eric Masisi, in meeting with his Namibian counterpart Nangolo Mbumba emphasizes need for immediate action to address any project constraints
