Nigerian president fires entire board of state oil company
Tinubu fires the leadership of Nigeria’s state oil company, appointing a former Shell executive to steer economic and industry improvements.
Power struggle fuels Zimbabwe’s political crisis
President Emmerson Mnangagwa is facing mounting pressure to step down over allegations of corruption and economic mismanagement
Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger foreign ministers to visit Moscow for talks
The three military-led nations, which have severed ties with Western forces in favor of Russian military support, have formed the Confederation of Sahel States (AES)
Congo and M23 rebels set for first direct talks on April 9 in Doha
Both parties have agreed to keep the details of the discussions private
Congo commutes death sentences for US citizens in failed coup case
A military court sentenced 37 defendants to death in September, convicting them of criminal conspiracy, terrorism, and other charges
South Africa’s two largest parties deadlocked over budget deal
The budget has become a major test for the coalition government formed last year after the ANC lost its parliamentary majority for the first time since the end of apartheid in 1994
Authorities halt protests against Mnangagwa’s extended term
Police in Zimbabwe have been heavily deployed to block protests against President Mnangagwa’s proposed term extension, using force in some areas.
Junta chief in Burkina Faso grants amnesty to 21 convicted soldiers
Burkina Faso’s junta leader has pardoned 21 soldiers convicted over a failed 2015 coup allowing them to return to the army but without compensation or promotions.
Former warlord Lubanga leads new armed group in Congo
Thomas Lubanga, a convicted war criminal, has launched a new rebel group in eastern Congo’s Ituri province, intensifying the conflict in the region.
Niger withdraws from Lake Chad force
The task force has yet to comment on Niger’s departure, leaving questions about the impact on its operations
Sudan’s RSF chief promises fierce battle to retake capital
After ground shift in Khartoum RSF leader Hemedti insists his forces will return stronger ruling out peace talks and committing to more fighting
Chinese nationals kidnapped in suspected Ghana piracy attack
Three Chinese crew members were kidnapped in a suspected piracy attack on a Ghanaian fishing vessel, prompting a military investigation.
UN condemns deadly ambush on peacekeeper in Central Africa
The UN has condemned the killing of a Kenyan peacekeeper in the Central African Republic, where rebel militias continue to threaten stability and security.
Guinea’s junta frees ex-leader jailed for stadium massacre
Guinea’s junta has pardoned ex-leader Moussa Camara, who was jailed for a 2009 massacre where troops killed protesters and raped dozens of women.
Deadly clashes in Abuja as security forces confront Shi’ite protesters
The confrontation erupted in the Wuse 2 district of the capital as members of the banned Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN) marched in solidarity with Palestine
South Sudan accuses arrested VP Machar of inciting rebellion
Machar—longtime rival of President Salva Kiir—was reportedly detained on Wednesday, prompting urgent diplomatic intervention
Mob kills 16 in southern Nigeria over kidnapping claim
A mob in southern Nigeria killed 16 people, suspected of being kidnappers, after discovering weapons in their vehicle.
Demonstrators in Yemen, North Africa demand end to Gaza war
Mass protests broke out in Morocco Mauritania and Yemen as demonstrators called for an end to Israeli attacks on Gaza and demanded humanitarian aid.
M23 and African troops agree to Congo ceasefire
M23 rebels agree to ceasefire with African peacekeepers as troops withdraw from eastern Congo.
Malawi’s Dzaleka camp faces hunger crisis as UN funding drops
The UN warns that 57,000 refugees in Malawi’s Dzaleka camp face severe hunger as funding cuts jeopardize food assistance.
Uganda refutes chemical weapon claims in South Sudan
Uganda strongly denies using chemical weapons or barrel bombs in ongoing South Sudan conflict.
South Sudan to investigate arrested Vice President Machar
Machar’s reported house arrest on Wednesday sparked global concern, with the United Nations warning of a possible relapse into conflict
Mnangagwa names new army chief amid pressure
The appointment comes as Mnangagwa faces mounting pressure from his former allies, who accuse him of mismanagement and corruption
Congo doubles soldier salaries as M23 rebels gain ground
The finance ministry described the salary hikes as “a turning point towards better conditions” for the army
Kenya deploys Odinga to mediate South Sudan crisis
Odinga’s spokesperson, Dennis Onyango, stated that the former prime minister would travel to Juba on Friday
African Union delivers military aid to Somalia for security boost
Somalia received military aid from the African Union, including armored vehicles and supplies, to enhance security and regional stability.
Human Rights Watch urges Burkina Faso to free journalists
Burkina Faso’s military government faces criticism after detaining three journalists, with Human Rights Watch warning of press suppression.