Turkish deputy foreign minister visits Burkina Faso to boost ties and focus on counterterrorism and regional stability.

After violent unrest in Libya, Turkey safely brought home 82 citizens from Tripoli.

TIKA’s Safe Home initiative supports Sudanese women traumatised by conflict, providing therapy and tools for independence.

Turkish Technic and Rolls-Royce create a major engine maintenance center at Istanbul Airport with $700M economic impact.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to visit Algeria for key strategic talks on economic and energy cooperation.

Turkey and Somalia signed a deal for Turkish Petroleum to explore and produce oil and gas in three Somali onshore fields over 16,000 square kilometres.

Turkish Petroleum has formed a joint venture with US oil giants Continental Resources and TransAtlantic Petroleum to develop unconventional oil and natural gas resources in Turkey.

Turkish Airlines is expanding its African flight network as part of its 2033 strategy, aiming to integrate the continent with the world and boost its global prominence.

Turkey’s ambassador in Uganda donates equipment to support women’s hygiene on Women’s Day.

Türkiye and Zambia have held discussions to strengthen bilateral agricultural cooperation, focusing on mechanization and technology transfer to modernize Zambia’s agricultural sector.

Turkey has expressed deep sorrow over the escalating conflict in Sudan and called for an immediate ceasefire.

The Turkey-Africa Media Forum has commenced in Istanbul, organized by Turkey’s Communications Directorate, to enhance media relations between Turkey and Africa and to promote a more accurate and balanced depiction of Africa in global news.

Turkish President Erdogan told French President Macron that relocating Palestinians to Egypt, Jordan, or a third country is unacceptable.

Gambian Information Minister Ismaila Ceesay emphasizes Turkey’s strong relations with Gambia, highlighting cultural exchanges and mutual cooperation in media, defense, and investments.

The workshop in Istanbul explored the humanitarian and political dimensions of the Sudan crisis, offering new perspectives on how to move toward peace and how Turkey could help mediate solutions.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with his South African counterpart Ronald Lamola in Johannesburg to discuss bilateral trade, investment opportunities, potential defense industry cooperation.

The TRNC also urged the Greek Cypriot leader to abandon actions that could escalate tensions in the region.

Sudan is becoming a top destination for Turkish investors, with major opportunities in infrastructure, energy, and agriculture.

Turkey is committed to enhancing its trade and economic ties with eastern and southern Africa, focusing on cooperation in various sectors such as renewable energy, agriculture, and mining.

Turkish exports to Africa reached $19.4 billion in 2024, a 1.7% year-on-year increase, with Egypt being the top recipient and chemicals and chemical products leading the export sectors.

A devastating fire broke out early Tuesday at the 12-story Grand Kartal hotel in northwestern Turkey, killing at least 76 people, including two who jumped to escape the flames, officials said. The blaze, which occurred during a school holiday at the popular ski resort of Kartalkaya in Bolu province, also left 51 others injured. The fire broke out around 3:27 a.m. at the hotel, which was packed with guests during the start of the two-week winter school break. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya confirmed that 45 of the victims had been identified, with recovery efforts continuing for the remaining bodies. “We are heartbroken. Those responsible will face justice,” Yerlikaya said. Survivors described scenes of chaos, with guests on the upper floors attempting to escape, some using sheets to climb down or jumping from windows. “People were screaming, some tried to jump,” said Atakan Yelkovan, a guest on the third floor. The hotel had 238 registered guests at the time. Health Minister Kemal Memisoglu reported that one person was in serious condition, while 17 others were treated and released. Emergency teams are set to conduct a final search for victims.

At least 10 people were killed and 32 hospitalized in a fire that broke out at a 12-story hotel in a popular ski resort in northwestern Turkey.

Turkey’s TPAO has expressed its readiness to invest billions of dollars in Libya’s energy sector, citing the country’s significant potential.

The Chadian Foreign Minister and the Turkish Ambassador met to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, and security.