Kagame wins 4th term with %99.18 of Rwanda’s vote: results
Kagame extends his leadership in Rwanda for another five years, following constitutional amendments allowing his continued rule.
Niger, Turkey deepen ties in energy, defense
Turkey and Niger sign a deal to develop Niger’s oil and gas fields, deepening their partnership after Niger expels Western forces.
Trans-African Highway 7: Africa’s longest road vital for West African trade
The Trans-African Highway 7, spanning approximately 4,500 kilometers from Dakar, Senegal, to Lagos, Nigeria
Libya, Chad sign agreement on repatriation of Chadian nationals
Agreement aims to establish procedures for identification, counting, determination of status of Chadian citizens residing in Libya.
Rwanda’s ruling coalition secures the majority of seats in parliament
Other historic parties, notably the Liberal Party and the Social Democratic Party, received nearly 11% and 9% of the votes respectively.
Kenya’s opposition denies holding coalition talks with the government
Kenya’s opposition coalition led by its veteran leader Raila Odinga has ruled out any possibility of a coalition with the government.
Libya, Europe hold conference to address irregular migration
Leaders discuss solutions at the Trans-Mediterranean Migration Forum, including development projects and tackling human trafficking.
Seven civilians killed in motorcycle attack by Niger terrorists
Niger’s army accuses “terrorists” of killing seven civilians in a recent raid on a western village, vowing to apprehend the attackers.
Africa’s top diplomats meet in Accra to discuss budget, G20 role
From budget talks to the G20, African leaders have a full agenda at the AU Executive Council meeting in Ghana.
Morocco jails 7 in French tycoon sex case
A Moroccan court jails seven people accused of aiding French tycoon Jacques Bouthier in a sexual abuse and trafficking case.
ISIS-linked rebels kill 5 in DR Congo attack
Locals are calling for more troops to fight the rebels.
Ruto taps foreign minister to fill all cabinet roles amid Kenya crisis
William Ruto, the Kenyan president, named his foreign minister as acting cabinet secretary for all ministries after violent protests over tax hikes led to the dismissal of most of his cabinet.
Sudan’s General Burhan, Iran collaboration continues despite port row
Efforts by Sudanese Islamist leaders with connections to Iran to mediate an agreement have not succeeded
ANC disciplines Zuma for supporting rival MK in May elections
Jacob Zuma faces disciplinary action from the ANC for campaigning for the MK party in the May elections, with potential expulsion from the ruling party.
Egypt secures gas, halts disruptive power cuts
Egypt will stop summer power cuts due to receiving natural gas shipments, ending a nationwide energy crisis.
Guinea lawyers strike over military crackdown
The country’s bar association condemned what it termed as “arbitrary arrests” and the clandestine detention of citizens
Lake Malawi: A biodiversity haven with world’s most diverse fish species
Lake Malawi, also known as Lake Nyasa, is a natural wonder that boasts the highest number of fish species
At least 5 killed in northern Kenya gold mine collapse
The incident took place at the Hillo subsistence gold mine near the Ethiopian border
Uganda thanks TIKA for development support
Turkey has proven its friendship towards Uganda on many occasions through TIKA, minister says
UAE has lifted the visa ban on Nigerians in 2022
The United Arab Emirates has lifted a 21-month-long visa ban on Nigerians.
12 killed in armed attack in Nigeria’s Benue state
Gunmen usually target villages, schools and travelers in the north of the country and demand ransom.
Egypt, France discuss efforts to prevent escalation in Middle East
Egyptian, French presidents exchange views on regional and international issues, with particular focus on developments in Gaza Strip
DRC: At least 70 dead in militia attack
The attackers were identified as members of the Mobondo militia, which portrays itself as the defender of the Yaka people.
Guinea lawyers strike over arrests
Tensions rise in Guinea as lawyers strike against the arrest of activists.
Sudan aid groups urged to step up amidst war
As war rages in Sudan, Doctors Without Borders urges UN and aid groups to increase support.
Sahara Desert dust enriches African and Amazonian ecosystems
Recent studies have highlighted the desert’s role as a major source of mineral dust
Nigeria Binance money laundering trial delayed until October
A sick executive and missing medical documents lead to delays in the money laundering case.