Niger expels Chinese oil officials citing unfair pay scales
The Niger government expelled Chinese oil officials over disagreements about salary distributions.
Algeria seeks 10-year sentence for writer Boualem Sansal
Writer Boualem Sansal could face 10 years in prison in Algeria over comments made about Western Sahara and national unity, with a verdict set for March 27.
Congo president says US partnership advanced faster under Trump
Tshisekedi highlights improved US-Congo relations under Trump and pushes for a mineral-based security deal as rebel conflicts intensify in the eastern provinces.
Explosion of gas tanker in Nigeria claims 6 lives
Several motorists also injured as compressed natural gas truck lost control and crashed into another truck, say officials
Ethiopia plans to inaugurate mega-dam within six months
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed confirmed Ethiopia’s mega-dam on the Blue Nile will be operational by September, escalating regional disputes over water rights.
Nigeria approves president’s emergency rule in oil-rich Rivers State
Tinubu introduced the emergency measures on Tuesday, citing the need to curb pipeline vandalism amid a political crisis that is threatening to disrupt oil production
Taxi rivalry leads to deadly shootings in Johannesburg
Seven people were killed in two shootings in Johannesburg, linked to rival taxi associations in a long-standing conflict that continues to affect the region.
UN: 10,000+ Mozambicans displaced in Cabo Delgado
Situation in province has created a humanitarian crisis exposing children to tremendous health hazards, says UNICEF
US delays $2.6B climate funds for South Africa
According to the report, U.S. officials recently blocked the Climate Investment Funds (CIF), a World Bank-linked initiative, from approving an initial $500 million disbursement to South Africa
M23 rebels reject ceasefire, seize key town in Eastern Congo
The town, home to around 15,000 people and rich in tin and other minerals, is the farthest the rebels have advanced
South Sudan army carries out air strike in Nasir
South Sudan’s information minister stated that the air strikes in Nasir were part of ongoing security operations.
Explosion after truck crash claims lives in Nigeria
At least ten people died in Nigeria when a truck carrying compressed natural gas lost control, crashed, and exploded, causing a large fire.
Eritrea urges pressure on Ethiopia to respect neighbors
Eritrea denies allegations of war preparations and demands that Ethiopia respect neighboring borders as regional tensions in the Horn of Africa escalate.
M23 rebels reach outskirts of Walikale amid fighting
Gunfire was reported near the town’s Nyabanzi neighborhood as M23 clashed with pro-government militias after overrunning Congolese army positions
Tshisekedi and Kagame discuss DR Congo ceasefire in Doha
A surprise summit between DR Congo and Rwanda’s leaders resulted in a ceasefire agreement, but its terms remain unclear as negotiations continue.
War in Sudan leaves medics rationing aid
Sudan’s hospitals struggle to care for the hungry with limited supplies, exacerbating the country’s dire humanitarian crisis.
Rwanda, DR Congo optimistic for peace after Doha talks
Rwandan President Kagame, Congolese counterpart Tshisekedi hold talks in Qatar
Nigerian lawmakers probe USAID-funded NGOs over funding allegations
The House of Representatives’ investigative committee issued letters to civil society groups focused on human rights and accountability, including Transparency International Nigeria
Algeria rejects French list of citizens for deportation, citing rules
France and Algeria are in a dispute over France’s plan to deport Algerian citizens, escalating tensions between the two nations.
Tinubu declares emergency in Rivers State, suspends officials
President Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending the governor and other elected officials due to a prolonged political crisis and governance paralysis.
Allegations of rights abuses increase as Dutch royals visit Kenya
Kenya hosts the Dutch king and queen while facing increasing allegations of human rights abuses.
Violence in South Sudan displaces 50.000 residents this month
UN humanitarian coordinator urges all parties in South Sudan to protect civilians and essential infrastructure.
Qatar mediates Congo, Rwanda leaders’ call for ceasefire
The presidents of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda agreed to an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in eastern Congo during talks mediated by Qatar.
Authorities in Libya deport over 150 Nigerians via UN program
Over one hundred and fifty Nigerian women and children were deported from Libya as part of a UN scheme for irregular migrants according to officials.
Court orders to protect South African penguins from fishing
A South African court has ordered a 10-year fishing ban around key African penguin breeding colonies to help prevent their extinction.
Somali president targeted in bomb attack, escapes unharmed
Two senior government and military officials confirmed to media that Mohamud was unharmed in the assault
S Sudan’s SPLM-IO halts security arrangements of peace deal
A major party in South Sudan’s coalition government has partially withdrawn from the peace process due to worsening relations and recent events.