Congo conflict endangers 1M children with acute malnutrition
The conflict between Congolese forces and the Rwanda-backed M23 militia in the eastern regions of the country has worsened over the past two years, displacing 2.7 million people in North Kivu alone
Zambia hosts regional summit to address Mozambique, DR Congo issues
Ministerial-level meet of Southern African Development Community focuses on sustaining peace, restoring order in region
Turkish firm enhances Banjul port, elevating Gambia’s global standing
Albayrak Group modernizes Banjul port, Gambia. This investment will also provide the Sanyang region with a new modern port and create job opportunities for 5,000 people.
The United Nations urges action against dust and sand storms
The United Nations General Assembly declared the years 2025-2034 as the United Nations Decade to Combat Sand and Dust Storms
Guinea-Bissau and China strengthen ties in presidential meeting
Guinea-Bissau and China agreed to elevate bilateral relations to a strategic partnership.
Burkina Faso accuses France of destabilizing regions
Capt. Ibrahim Traore asserts that France is orchestrating destabilization efforts against Burkina Faso with support from Benin and Ivory Coast.
Search underway after Niger prison break
Inmates, including militants, escaped from Niger’s high-security Koutoukale prison, prompting a search operation and a local curfew.
Algerian side faces new foe in CAF Confederation Cup
Algerian club USMA, disqualified in 2024 due to a kit controversy, gets a second chance in the CAF Confederation Cup.
Kenya’s Ruto dismisses cabinet as protests continue
At least 39 people were killed in protests, which began on June 18 over planned tax hikes
Major drug bust nets 365kg in Senegal
Senegalese customs intercepted a massive shipment of cocaine worth $48.3 million, marking the third major drug bust in the country since January.
Zambia hosts summit on regional security
Mozambique, DR Congo, and upcoming elections were key areas of discussion.
A Turkish firm initiates a $1 billion port project in Gambia
Albayrak Group, a significant player in port operations across Central Africa, is adding another major project to its portfolio.
Libya’s Tripoli rejects Benghazi’s budget
The HSC fears the budget will deepen the country’s division and waste public funds.
Ugandan TikToker sentenced to 6 years for insulting president
Awebwa faced charges of hate speech and spreading “misleading and malicious” information against President Museveni
South Sudan faces criticism over new security bill
The U.S. and other Western nations condemned South Sudan’s controversial security bill, stating it would undermine political and civil space ahead of the December elections.
Mali military ends political activity suspension
Military authorities of West African country, in power since May 2021 coup, suspended political activities on April 10
African port cities drive international trade
African port cities such as Durban, South Africa, and Mombasa, Kenya, play a crucial role in international trade
4,000 Rwandan troops operating in Congo with M23 rebels
UN report notes that Rwandan forces exert de facto control over M23 operations, thereby holding Rwanda accountable for M23’s actions.
12 children killed in South Africa school minibus crash
Twelve schoolchildren and their driver were killed in South Africa on Wednesday when their minibus overturned and caught fire on a road in Gauteng province, officials said.
South Sudan peace talks threatened by new security law
Last week, parliament voted in favour of the 2015 bill and President Salva Kiir will have to approve it within 30 days for it to become a law.
7 Al-Shabaab members killed in Somalia raid
The Somali military stated that the operation took place in the Hiran region of the country.
87 migrants rescued at sea by Doctors Without Borders
The rescued people, including children and babies, are awaiting a disembarkation port.
Niger newspaper director released after months in detention
The article mentioned the “presumed” installation of Russian listening devices in Niger’s government buildings.
South Sudan on brink of famine as worst floods in decades loom
Save the Children warns South Sudan is on the brink of famine as the nation braces for its worst floods in decades.
Nigeria, South Africa, Egypt lead satellite launches
Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt, have successfully established active space programs
Bandits hijack smuggler boat during rescue off Libya
Armed bandits seized a migrant boat during a rescue, raising concerns about increased dangers for migrants due to fewer resources.
Russia’s Rosatom inks deals with Mali’s military leaders
Mali’s military junta signed cooperation agreements with Russia’s Rosatom, including discussions about a potential low-power nuclear power plant in Mali.