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
Ghanaian chef accused of faking Guinness World records attempt
Smith claimed to have cooked continuously for 802 hours and 25 minutes, surpassing a month-long mark
Kenya’s Ruto spoke with IMF chief following tax hike rollback
The tax hikes, integral to policy reforms under Kenya’s IMF lending program worth $3.6 billion, were withdrawn last week
Tunisia arrests opposition leader Lotfi Mraihi
Lotfi Mraihi who declared intention to run in upcoming presidential elections, was arrested over suspicion of money laundering
Exploring Africa’s diverse road terrains: From deserts to rainforests
Africa’s roadways offer some of the most diverse and breathtaking driving experiences in the world
ICJ permits 7 states to intervene in Gambia’s genocide case
Court’s order unanimously accepts interventions, allowing states to contribute to proceedings with their perspectives on interpretation of Genocide Convention’s provisions
Body of irregular migrant found off coast of northwest Libya
The body of an irregular migrant was found Wednesday off the coast of the city of Surman in northwest Libya. The Libyan Red Crescent Society’s Surman branch said in a statement that the body was discovered on the city’s shoreline in collaboration with Surman’s security forces. No information has been shared on the identity or nationality of the migrant. In the neighboring city of Sabratha, Red Crescent teams also recovered the bodies of 10 migrants from waters off the coast between May 12 to18. Libya is viewed as a departure point for irregular migrants attempting to reach Europe via illegal routes across the Mediterranean.
Egypt swears in new Cabinet amid mounting economic challenges
Egypt’s new Cabinet was sworn in in Cairo on Wednesday as the country faced an ailing economy and raging conflicts in neighbouring nations.
