South Africa cuts fuel levy as prices surge
Fuel levy cut offers relief, but petrol and diesel prices still rising
Commercial flights resume in Somalia’s South West state after standoff
Flights resume in Baidoa after federal takeover ends two-week suspension
CAR president Touadera sworn in amid election controversy
Faustin-Archange Touadéra was sworn in for a third seven-year term in CAR despite opposition boycott and disputes over the December election results.
Congo launches FDLR disarmament push amid Rwanda tensions
Congo begins FDLR disarmament push as Rwanda tensions and M23 activity continue
Somali takes control of Baidoa after clashes with rebels
Somali federal troops took control of Baidoa after clashes with South West State forces, restoring stability and prompting the local population to welcome them.
ADC coalition grows as Kwankwaso exits NNPP
Kwankwaso joins ADC, strengthening opposition ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 vote
Gunmen attack bar in Nigeria killing dozens
Gunmen killed at least 30 in a Jos bar shooting, sparking mob retaliation that raised total deaths to 33 amid longstanding ethnic tensions.
Kenya youths use TikTok and music to boost voter registration drive
Kenya’s youth are mobilising with TikTok, music, and campaigns to register millions of first-time voters ahead of next year’s general election.
African Union urges dialogue as Somalia political tensions rise
The African Union urged Somali leaders to pursue dialogue and restraint as tensions between the federal government and South West state threaten stability and humanitarian conditions.
Former Algerian president Liamine Zeroual dies at age 84
Algeria declared three days of national mourning after former president Liamine Zeroual died aged 84, remembering his leadership during conflict and political transition.
Armed attackers kill 16 civilians in western Niger near Malian border
Gunmen ambushed a convoy near Niger’s Malian border in Tillaberi, killing 16 men, stealing vehicles, and targeting civilians in a jihadist-affected region.
Ethiopia secures $13B in investment deals at Addis conference
Ethiopia signs $13B deals to boost investment and job creation
Constitutional court confirms Sassou-N’Guesso wins fifth term in Congo
The Republic of Congo’s constitutional court confirmed Denis Sassou-N’Guesso’s fifth term with 94.9 percent of votes, rejecting appeals and amid economic and social challenges.
Senegal parades Africa Cup trophy in Paris despite CAF ruling
Senegal paraded the Africa Cup trophy in Paris, telling fans it remains champion while appealing CAF’s decision to award the title to Morocco.
Rwanda, Burundi clash over AU backing for Macky Sall UN bid
Rwanda sharply criticized Burundi for trying to push Macky Sall as Africa’s UN candidate using a silence procedure, calling the move flawed and procedurally improper.
Benin candidates launch campaigns ahead of April 12 vote
Wadagni and Hounkpé begin campaigns as Benin heads toward April 12 election
M23 rebels withdraw from key positions in eastern DR Congo
M23 withdraws from key North Kivu towns as fragile peace efforts continue amid clashes
Nigerian ruling party selects leaders amid growing militant attacks
Nigeria’s ruling APC held its national convention in Abuja amid rising militant attacks, selecting leaders ahead of 2027 elections with Tinubu expected to run.
Benin rivals launch campaigns as main opposition party is barred
Benin’s presidential race begins with Romuald Wadagni and Paul Hounkpe campaigning while the main opposition is barred, and northern regions face jihadist security threats.
Heavy rains trigger landslides in Tanzania killing at least 20 people
Heavy rainfall and strong winds triggered landslides in southern Tanzania, killing at least 20 people and prompting authorities to warn of more rain.
Ramaphosa downplays South Africa’s absence from G7 summit
Ramaphosa says South Africa’s absence from G7 no surprise
South Africa draws 1-1 with Panama in World Cup warm-up match
South Africa drew 1-1 with Panama in a World Cup warm-up match, with Khuliso Mudau contributing to both goals and creating multiple scoring chances.
Malawi floods kill 34, injure nearly 200 as thousands displaced
Floods in Malawi leave 34 dead and nearly 200 injured, affecting over 310,000 people
South Africa says it was excluded from France G7 summit invitation
South Africa said it was excluded from the France G7 summit after initially being invited, amid confusion over alleged US pressure later denied by all sides.
Floods in Malawi kill 34 people and displace thousands nationwide
Heavy rains and flooding across Malawi killed at least 34 people, injured nearly 200, and displaced thousands while authorities continue assessing inaccessible affected areas.
M23 rebels withdraw from several towns in eastern DR Congo
Rwandan-backed M23 rebels withdrew from several towns in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo without fighting, while clashes continued despite ongoing peace efforts.
Shipwreck off Djibouti coast leaves nine dead and dozens missing
At least nine people died and 45 remain missing after a boat carrying 320 passengers sank off Djibouti’s northern coast, according to the International Organization for Migration.