Nigeria charges nine over 2025 Benue massacre that killed 150
Nigerian prosecutors charged nine men over a June 2025 attack in Benue state that killed about 150 villagers
Somali intelligence kills thirteen al-Shabaab members in a raid
The Somali National Intelligence and Security Agency killed thirteen members of al-Shabaab, including five regional leaders, during a targeted operation in the Middle Shabelle region.
Sahel alliance air forces kill 20 ISIS terrorists in eastern Mali
The Malian army confirmed the destruction of Isis logistics and equipment in the Akabar region.
Gunmen attack a police station and church in central Nigeria
Gunmen attacked a police station and church in central Nigeria’s Agwara district, abducting five people, while the military reported killing a senior Boko Haram commander in Borno state.
Cyclone Fytia kills one and displaces thousands in Madagascar
Cyclone Fytia struck Madagascar with winds up to 210 kilometers per hour, resulting in one confirmed death, one missing person, and the evacuation of over 8,000 residents.
Landslide at militia-held coltan mine kills hundreds in eastern Congo
A massive landslide at the M23-controlled Rubaya mine in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has reportedly killed at least 200 artisanal miners working in precarious conditions.
Jeffrey Epstein documents reveal plans for Somaliland projects
Internal emails show Jeffrey Epstein explored investment opportunities in the Somaliland region.
Military units repel rebel attack at the Libyan border with Niger
Eastern Libyan forces successfully retake the Al-Toum border crossing from an armed rebel group.
Extremists kill dozens in attacks on workers and troops in Nigeria
Armed extremists killed at least 36 people, including construction workers and soldiers, during separate attacks on a work site and a military base in northeastern Nigeria.
Drone attacks in Tigray kill driver as conflict fears escalate
Recent drone attacks targeting trucks in Ethiopia’s Tigray region have killed a driver and reignited fears of a new large-scale conflict between federal and local forces.
President Kais Saied extends the state of emergency in Tunisia
President Kais Saied has extended Tunisia’s long-standing state of emergency, originally established in 2015, through December 31.
Military junta releases opposition leader Pereira in Guinea-Bissau
The military junta in Guinea-Bissau released opposition leader Domingos Simoes Pereira from prison months after seizing power in a November coup.
Mine collapse kills more than 200 people in eastern Congo
A massive landslide at the rebel-controlled Rubaya coltan mine in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has killed more than 200 people, including miners, women, and children.
Militants destroy dozens of fuel tankers in western Mali assault
Militants destroyed dozens of fuel tankers and killed three soldiers in western Mali, marking a violent return to a fuel blockade that had previously shown signs of easing.
Niger army foils base attack, 20 killed
Niger army kills 20 attackers and foils overnight assault on air force base in Niamey
Six Iranians withdraw guilty pleas in Kenya meth trafficking case
Six Iranians plead not guilty in Kenya meth trafficking case involving over one ton of drugs
South Africa and Israel expel each other’s envoys in diplomatic row
South Africa and Israel expel envoys in a fast escalating diplomatic dispute
Islamic State claims attack on Niamey airport
ISIS says it carried out a coordinated attack on Niamey’s airport, which Niger says was quickly repelled by security forces
Turkey sends F-16 fighter jets to Somalia for military support
Turkey has deployed F-16 fighter jets to its military base in Somalia to strengthen its security presence and support the country’s counter-terrorism efforts.
Burkina Faso junta bans all political parties
Burkina Faso’s junta has outlawed all political parties, deepening concerns over democratic backsliding since the 2022 coup
Court hears claims of lavish spending by ex Nigerian minister
Court hears ex Nigerian oil minister enjoyed luxury spending allegedly funded by bribes
ECOWAS removes all remaining sanctions on Guinea after transition
ECOWAS has removed all sanctions on Guinea following elections and the end of its transition
Flights to Tigray halted as tensions rise
Passenger flights to Tigray were suspended as reports of clashes fuel fears of renewed conflict
Heavy gunfire and blasts reported near Niger capital airport
Heavy gunfire and explosions were heard near Niamey airport overnight, with air defences reportedly engaging unidentified targets
UN warns funding cuts will block aid for millions in the DRC
OCHA seeks 1.4 billion dollars to address the long running humanitarian crisis in eastern Congo.
Mozambique floods force a teenage mother to give birth on a desk
A 17-year-old mother delivers her baby on a school desk after floods devastate southern Mozambique.
Malawi seeks global help after deadly floods
Malawi urges global support as floods kill dozens and leave thousands homeless