Protesters block coach taking Channel migrants to Bibby Stockholm
Protesters chant pro-immigration slogans including ‘Stop deportation’ as UK starts deporting asylum seekers to Rwanda
Nigerians queue for hours for petrol as prices soar
The fuel shortage has led to an increase in transportation costs in the country where many people rely on public transportation.
Fatuma Ahmed: Kenya’s first female Air Force commander
Kenya’s President William Ruto on Thursday appointed Maj Gen Fatuma Gaiti Ahmed as the first female commander of the air force.
Sao Tome seeking compensation from former colonizers
Sao Tome said it would demand compensation from Portugal for damage caused by colonialism.
US troops out, Russia in: Niger tilt away from West
Russia’s deployment of troops to an airbase in Niger, where a small number of US forces remain, highlights growing tensions between Washington and Moscow in the Sahel region.
Mali rebels unite under new coalition, seek independent Azawad
Mali’s main separatist groups form a new coalition, led by a pro-independence figure, aiming for the creation of an independent state called Azawad.
Africa’s majestic icon: Mount Kilimanjaro stands tall
Africa boasts its towering emblem of natural grandeur: Mount Kilimanjaro
Liberia creates war crimes court after decades of calls for justice
Liberia establishes a long-awaited war crimes court to deliver justice for atrocities committed during the country’s brutal civil wars.
Mauritania’s opposition leader to run in presidential election
Mauritania’s Tewassoul party enters the presidential race, nominating Hamadi Ould Sid’ El Moctar as its candidate for the June election, in a bid to challenge incumbent President Ghazouani.
ICRC drivers killed in south Darfur as violence grips Sudan
Two ICRC drivers were killed and three staff members injured in a brutal attack by gunmen in Sudan’s South Darfur.
Kenya, Tanzania prepare for cyclone Hidaya after deadly floods
East Africa grapples with the aftermath of deadly floods and landslides while bracing for Cyclone Hidaya, further threatening the region already displaced and in crisis.
Ghana welcomes home looted treasures after decades
Ghana exhibits looted treasures, including gold regalia and a royal chair, returned by British and American museums after decades of negotiations.
Botswana’s diamond industry gets boost amid global uncertainty
Botswana is the world’s second-largest producer of diamonds after Russia and is leading calls for the G7 traceability initiative to be revised.
Kenya: Flood toll rises to 181 as homes and roads are destroyed
Floods and landslides across Kenya have killed 181 people since March, with hundreds of thousands forced to leave their homes, the government and Red Cross said
Kenyan army kill 6 Al-Shabaab terrorists in counter-terror operation
Operation was coordinated effort between law enforcement and Kenyan military
UK begins detaining migrants set to be deported to Rwanda
British authorities have started detaining migrants as part of preparations to relocate them to Rwanda within the next nine to 11 weeks.
Low farmgate prices put strain on West African cocoa
A double whammy hits Ivory Coast and Ghana: a disappointing cocoa harvest and low farmgate prices for farmers despite the global price increase.
Kenya floods claim 179 lives, thousands displaced
90 individuals still missing, says government spokesperson
Africa’s rapidly growing economies drive demand for logistics
Africa is emerging as a hub of economic growth, with several countries experiencing rapid expansion
Kenya Airways stops flights to DR Congo amid row over detained staff
The airline said in a statement that with its employees in detention, it was unable to support flights to and out of Kinshasa, capital of the DR Congo.
Kenya: Ruto visits flood survivors
The president addressed survivors of the Kamuchiri Village where a river broke through a blocked tunnel early Monday and killed scores.
DRC launches large-scale vaccination
Officials in South Kivu, Congo administer vaccinations to cattle and goats, marking the commencement of a crucial campaign.
Former president Mohamed Bazoum’s lawyers call on the state court
The State Court is expected to rule in about ten days on the lifting of the immunity of the ousted president, Mohamed Bazoum, to stand trial, particularly for “high treason.”
Gabon walks to civilian rule amid party suspensions
Gabon’s path to civilian rule remains unclear as proposals from a national dialogue suggest suspending political parties and extending military rule.
Asylum seeker deported to Rwanda in UK’s migrant deal launch
The UK has deported its first asylum seeker to Rwanda under a new policy aimed at deterring illegal immigration, despite criticism of the scheme.
CAR’s ex-president Bozize faces international arrest warrant
International arrest warrant issued for ex-President Bozizé by Central African court for human rights abuses; Bozizé currently lives in exile.
Regional observers declare Togo’s election ‘free and fair’
Togo’s legislative election praised by regional observers as “free, fair, and transparent.” Initial results awaited amid controversy over constitutional reform.
