Biden says he will not give Israel weapons to attack Gaza’s Rafah
Comments mark first time US president has signaled that he will condition military aid to Israel on its conduct in Gaza
Africa’s rich wildlife: Home to the majestic “big five”
The term “Big Five” originated from big-game hunting in colonial times
EU ends military training mission in Mali after coups
Facing political instability and a postponed election, Mali loses crucial EU military training support.
M23 rebels bomb village in Dr Congo’s south Kivu, killing seven
M23 rebels bombed a village in South Kivu, DR Congo, killing seven and expanding their operations beyond North Kivu.
Benin president says Niger must collaborate for ‘formal’ oil trade
Benin’s president demands cooperation from Niger’s military rulers to formally normalize trade and reopen the border for oil exports via Benin’s port.
Armed groups, militias killed dozens in central Mali
Violence escalates in central Mali as a jihadist group and a militia are accused of killing dozens of civilians.
UN warns of ‘humanitarian catastrophe’ in DR Congo flood crisis
The UN warns of a humanitarian crisis in Eastern DR Congo, where record floods displaced half a million people, destroyed crops, and threatened a disease outbreak.
Guinea-Bissau’s president refuses to extradite CAR ex-leader
President Embalo of Guinea-Bissau refuses to extradite former Central African Republic leader Bozize, facing international arrest warrant for alleged crimes against humanity.
African Union condemns Israel’s extension of Rafah offensive
Chairperson Moussa Faki urges international community to work together to end violence and bring about long-term peace in Middle East
Kenya’s healthcare crisis eases as doctors’ strike ends after week...
Kenya’s government and striking doctors reach a deal to end a two-month long industrial action that crippled healthcare services.
South Africa: Students call on university to divest from Israel
Students gathered in front of the Great Hall building to hand over a memorandum of demands.
Congo military releases 2 Kenya Airways staffers held for 2 weeks
The Republic of Congo’s military has released two Kenya Airways staffers who were detained for two weeks in a cargo dispute, Kenya’s foreign ministry said Monday.
WHO rewards Namibia for eliminating mother-to-child transmission
Namibia is home to more than 200,000 people living with HIV and new infections disproportionately impact women.
UN peacekeeping chief urges South Sudan to withdraw from Abyei
The UN peacekeeping chief urges South Sudan to withdraw its forces from the disputed Abyei region, citing rising tensions and hindered peacekeeping efforts.
Italy’s Meloni visits Libya, seals cooperation agreements in Libya
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni signs cooperation agreements with leaders from both Libyan administrations during her visit to the conflict-torn country.
EU blasts Chad over exclusion of civil observers in presidential poll
Chad’s refusal to allow EU-funded civil society observers in its presidential election draws condemnation and raises concerns over transparency and fairness.
Tunisian activist detained as migrant expulsions continue
Tunisia’s president targets both migrants and their advocates, arresting an anti-racism leader as authorities continue expelling sub-Saharan migrants.
Africa’s rich architectural heritage
Traditional architecture stands as a testament to centuries of ingenuity and craftsmanship
Togo warns French RFI media of suspension
Togo’s media landscape faces scrutiny after the government threatens to suspend Radio France Internationale (RFI) for biased reporting.
Russia to open embassy in Sierra Leone by year’s end
Russia and Sierra Leone explore new avenues for cooperation, including the opening of a Russian embassy and collaboration in the energy sector.
South Africa building collapse: 5 dead, dozens trapped
Rescue workers digging through rubble with hopes of pulling out more workers alive after rescuing 24
Ruto pledges $1 billion for flood-hit schools’ reconstruction
Kenyan President William Ruto has promised emergency financial assistance to every household affected in and displaced by floods in Nairobi.
Mozambique’s ruling party names new leader ahead of elections
Frelimo has been in power since the country gained independence from Portugal in 1975 and hopes he will help extend its rule.
Chad begins vote count in bid to end military rule
Chad conducts a presidential election to replace military rule under junta leader Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, with international rights groups warning of fixed polls.
US demands Rwanda punish forces in DR Congo attack
The US accuses Rwanda of backing rebels in a deadly attack on a camp for displaced people in DR Congo.
Rescue efforts underway after building collapse in South Africa
A multi-story building under construction in South Africa collapsed, trapping dozens of workers and leaving at least four dead, with rescue efforts ongoing.
Kenya Airways resumes DRC flights after freed staff
Kenya Airways resumes flights to Kinshasa after the DRC releases two employees detained over missing cargo documentation.