Somali and US forces eliminate $10 million bounty terrorist
The announcement was made by the information minister of Somalia, shedding light on a pivotal blow to the Al-Qaeda-affiliated militants
UN calls for inquiry into ex-minister’s custodial death in Libya
The UN mission expressed deep concern over the deaths, citing prior “allegations of ill-treatment and torture” after their arrest in Benghazi
France shuts Niger embassy amid escalating tensions
This development transpires as the final contingent of French troops has departed Niger
Guinea mourns after tragic explosion and fire in Conakry
Colonel Mamady Doumbouya, the leader of the military in power, declared a three-day national mourning period.
Turkish embassy donates clothes to children’s home in South Africa
Facility says donation of clothing is largest ever received since its inception in 1987
RSF seize another key town in central Sudan
Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have declared the capture of a new town and military base in Gezira state.
Angola quits OPEC over lower production quotas
Angola announced Thursday that it’s leaving the OPEC oil producers cartel, coming after it battled with the group over lower production quotas this year.
Key al-Shabaab terror group leader killed in US airstrike in Somalia
Maalim Ayman masterminded multiple terror attacks in Somalia, neighboring countries, says Somali government
Guinea protests erupt as fuel shortage cripples drivers
Clashes broke out between protesters and security forces, with youths throwing stones and security forces firing tear gas.
Piracy in Red Sea: Somaliland calls for international action
Links between piracy and terrorism in the Red Sea raise concerns for Horn of Africa, leading Somaliland to call for global action.
French intel shakeup: Spy chief sacked after Africa failures
France redefines Africa policy after Sahel failures, new DGSE and security chiefs face Russia, US challenges.
Benin seeks diplomatic thaw with coup-hit nations
Benin’s President Talon pushes for rapid diplomatic reconnection with nations rocked by coups.
African countries modernize military for 21st century challenges
African nations are intensifying efforts to modernize their armed forces
France denies extradition of former Burkina president’s brother
Compaoré, sibling to Blaise who held the presidency from 1987 to 2014, faces accusations of involvement in the killing of a journalist in 1998
Fuel shortage sparks protests in Guinea after depot fire
Roads leading to the city center were barricaded by enraged youths who overturned bins and ignited tires, expressing their frustration
Benin president urges reconciliation with coup-hit neighbors
President Talon urged international partners to clarify their intentions and expectations concerning the affected nations
South African firefighters tackle wildfire for a third day
The fire erupted early on Tuesday atop a mountain near Simon’s Town, approximately 40 kilometers (24 miles) south of Cape Town
East African troops exit DR Congo, SADC takes over
Comprising troops from Kenya, Uganda, Burundi, and South Sudan, the force commenced its withdrawal earlier this month
French court jails Rwandan ex-doctor 24 years over genocide
A former Rwandan doctor has been jailed for 24 years by a French court for his involvement in the 1994 genocide.
Gunmen kidnap Nigerian judge and kill her guard
Justice Joy Uwanna, a distinguished high court judge in Nigeria, was kidnapped while returning from a court session on Monday night in southern Akwa Ibom state.
Elections in DR Congo extended after delays at polling stations
Voting will continue on Thursday in polling stations that were unable to open on polling day, electoral commission says.
African athletes shine across diverse sports on global stage
African athletes continue to etch their names in the annals of sporting history
Ethiopia assault on African Bank staff sparks staff withdrawal
AfDB evacuates staff from Ethiopia after security forces assault two employees.
Burkina Faso detains French nationals in ‘spy’ claim
Burkina Faso arrests French citizens accused of spying, strains relations with former colonial power.
Angola-Gabon standoff: Lourenco reportedly snubs Nguema
Tensions escalate between Angola and Gabon after coup. ECCAS suspension deepens diplomatic freeze.
South-South health initiative HeDPAC aims to tackle Covid gaps
HeDPAC bridges African and Caribbean healthcare for stronger South-South cooperation to tackle Covid issues.
Ethiopia, Djibouti deepen ties on roads, rails and regional stability
High ranking officials from Ethiopia and Djibouti discuss infrastructure and regional peace in regional talks.