Somalia enters transition period as president’s term ends
The Somali government declared a transition period after failing to agree on future voting rules.
Dozens die in Central African Republic landslide near border
A landslide at an illegal artisanal mine in the western Central African Republic has killed dozens of people, highlighting the ongoing safety risks in the country’s unregulated mineral sector.
Opposition MP files a petition to remove Madagascar’s leader
Madagascar MP Antoine Rajerison seeks to remove Colonel Randrianirina for constitutional violations.
Nigeria rights commission calls for airstrike investigation
Nigeria rights body demands probe into civilian airstrike deaths
Egypt opens two restored ancient tombs in Luxor
Egypt unveils restored New Kingdom tombs in Luxor
Rights group says M23 rebels committed killings and rapes in Uvira
Human Rights Watch accuses M23 and Rwanda army of abuses in Uvira
Sudan hunger crisis deepens as nearly 20 million face food insecurity
Sudan hunger crisis leaves nearly 20 million facing acute food insecurity
Tinubu calls for global financial reform to aid African growth
Rising debt costs in Nigeria are crowding out essential spending on health and infrastructure.
South Africa moves to ease local ownership rules for Starlink
Minister Solly Malatsi announces plans to create a friendlier environment for global tech firms.
Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo dies at 40 after reported cancer battle
Nigerian actor Alexx Ekubo dies at 40 after cancer battle
Macron visits Ethiopia as France expands Horn of Africa ties
Macron visits Ethiopia amid growing French engagement in Horn of Africa
Macron’s Africa finance push faces scrutiny over limited debt relief
Macron’s Africa summit promises draw criticism over debt relief gaps
Ghana begins evacuation of 300 citizens from South Africa
President Mahama approves an emergency operation to rescue distressed Ghanaians in South Africa now.
South Africa declares a national disaster after floods kill ten
South Africa has declared a national disaster following torrential rains and severe weather that killed at least ten people and destroyed thousands of homes across six provinces.
Eleven African nations join global push to curb UN veto power
New endorsements from Africa aim to prevent the UN Security Council from being blocked during crises.
Uganda prepares its first sovereign Sukuk for a major rail project
Uganda utilizes a mix of Islamic bonds and credit agencies to fund its railway infrastructure goal.
Museveni sworn in for seventh term as Uganda president
Uganda’s Museveni sworn in for seventh presidential term
Kenya police disperse anti-France protesters near Nairobi summit
Police fire teargas at anti-France protesters near Nairobi summit
Sierra Leone opposition warns over cocaine trafficking links
Questions emerged in Sierra Leone after opposition figures linked recent cocaine seizures to fears over organised crime influence.
Ramaphosa rejects resignation calls over cash-heist scandal
Ramaphosa denied wrongdoing in the Phala Phala case and said the parliamentary report against him contained legal and factual errors.
Nigerian airstrikes and bandit attacks kill around 100 civilians
Residents described deadly attacks on markets and villages as Nigeria continued operations against armed gangs and extremist groups.
Four killed after tourist plane crashes in Namibia desert
Rescue crews found no survivors after a small aircraft disappeared during a flight to a private lodge in Namibia.
Aid group says armed boats attack migrant rescue ship off Libya
Libyan linked vessels open fire on Sea-Watch rescue ship in Mediterranean waters after migrant rescue operation.
M23 rebels withdraw from key South Kivu positions after pressure
Congolese army gains ground as AFC M23 pulls back from Kabunambo and Uvira region frontline areas after pressure.
Dozens of Nigerian fishermen feared dead after Chad air strikes
Dozens of Nigerian fishermen feared dead after Chad strikes Boko Haram bases
Togolese coalition gathers to protest against constitutional reforms
Several hundred people gathered in Lome to protest against the consolidation of presidential power.
Benin opposition party joins the ruling bloc after election loss
Benin opposition party FCBE joins the ruling bloc after a major defeat in the presidential election.