Rwanda reaffirms commitment despite UK scrapping migrant deal
Rwanda takes note of the UK’s decision to scrap the controversial deportation deal, reiterating its commitment to addressing the global migration crisis.
Mali court sentences ally of prime minister to prison
A Bamako court sentenced Boubacar Traore, an ally of Mali’s Prime Minister, to one year in prison for signing a document critical of the ruling junta.
Guinea-Bissau to hold new parliamentary elections on Nov 24
President Embalo of Guinea-Bissau has set November 24 for new parliamentary elections following the dissolution of the parliament due to an alleged coup attempt in December 2023.
Over 100 kidnapped for ransom in Ethiopia last week, US envoy says
Last Wednesday, three buses were stopped by gunmen about 120 km north of Addis Ababa in Oromia
DR Congo sentences 22 soldiers to death for fleeing M23 rebels
A military court in the Democratic Republic of Congo sentenced 22 soldiers to death for deserting during clashes with M23 rebels.
Kenyan court rules police acted unlawfully in journalist’s killing
A Kenyan court ruled that police acted unlawfully in the 2022 killing of Pakistani journalist Arshad Sharif.
Kenya starvation cult leader goes on trial for terrorism
Mackenzie, arrested in April last year, is accused of urging his followers to starve to death to “meet Jesus”
Rwandan troops collaborating with M23 rebels in DR Congo: UN
Researchers estimated that by April, the number of Rwandan troops was on par with or exceeded the approximately 3,000 M23 soldiers
ECOWAS faces dissolution with countries’ departure
ECOWAS has warned that Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali’s decision to withdraw from the bloc could lead to its dissolution and insecurity risks.
UK-Rwanda deportation flights canceled
The first deportation flights bound for Rwanda from the UK will eventually not take off.
US completes Niger Niamey base withdrawal
The US has finished withdrawing troops from a base in Niamey, Niger, following a military coup.
ECOWAS appoints Senegal’s Faye to reunite region amid crises
West African bloc assigns Senegal’s Faye to dialogue with military-led states amid unprecedented regional tensions.
West African leaders meet amid breakaway confederation
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger formed new alliance, ending their relationship with ECOWAS regional bloc
Africa’s landscapes: Nature’s beauty and serenity
Africa’s stunning landscapes are more than just visually captivating; they inspire appreciation
UN: Gaza children spend 8 hours per day carrying food, water
UN: Sanitation facilities & infrastructure are severely compromised, forcing thousands of families to rely on seawater to wash, clean & even drink.
US troops to leave Niger bases this month and in August after coup
The United States will complete the withdrawal of all its forces and equipment from a small base in Niger.
New empowerment fund proposal gives hope to African widows
Continental initiative seeks to provide financial independence, stability for widows who are often left without support
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.