US lifts Syria sanctions, opening door to postwar investment
The US Congress has permanently repealed Assad-era sanctions on Syria, aiming to encourage investment and support reconstruction after years of war.
US accuses South Africa of interfering in Afrikaner refugee plan
The United States accused South Africa of interfering in efforts to admit white Afrikaners as refugees after authorities arrested and expelled Kenyan NGO workers.
Trump places African nations at centre of tightened US travel rules
The United States expanded its travel restrictions, placing African countries at the centre of new full and partial entry bans under a national security proclamation signed by President Donald Trump.
Modi arrives in Ethiopia to deepen India’s engagement with Africa
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Ethiopia for his first visit, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and advance India’s broader engagement with Africa.
Kyrgyzstan moves to open Cairo embassy to expand in Africa
Kyrgyzstan has approved plans to open an embassy in Cairo in 2026 to support citizens and strengthen political and economic ties with Egypt and Africa.
Portugal arrests Guinea-Bissau ally over multimillion-euro airport cash seizur...
Portuguese police arrested a foreign national at a Lisbon military airport after seizing around five million euros in cash linked to Guinea-Bissau’s recent coup.
OAS confirms Kenya leading troops from 18 nations in Haiti mission
Haiti’s security mission expands as 18 nations pledge personnel to fight gangs and support the government’s law enforcement.
Kenya sent 230 police officers to Haiti for the security mission
Nairobi steps up its role in stabilizing the Caribbean nation as the Gang Suppression Force broadens its mandate.
MSF warns Gaza medics struggle as truce fails to ease conditions
MSF says medical care in Gaza and Sudan remains dangerously inadequate as aid restrictions, attacks and ongoing violence continue despite declared truces.
Libya rejects Greece’s call to cancel Turkey maritime deal
Libya condemned Greece’s call to cancel its 2019 maritime boundary agreement with Turkey, insisting the deal is a sovereign decision and rejecting external interference.
EU states set positions on new asylum rules and migrant returns
EU states set positions on asylum and migrant return reforms, drawing criticism from rights groups
US warns of deepening West Africa instability as it prioritises trade
Washington warns of worsening insecurity across West Africa but continues to prioritise trade and private investment despite escalating Sahel violence and ongoing diplomatic tensions.
Gaza mediators warn Israel over one way Rafah move amid rising concern
Regional mediators and foreign ministers criticised Israel’s plan to open the Rafah crossing only one way, warning it could force Palestinians to leave Gaza.
UN urges Tanzania to respect rights as Independence Day protests loom
The UN called on Tanzanian authorities to respect fundamental freedoms, release detainees, and ensure peaceful demonstrations amid post-election tensions.
Aid workers face trial in Greece on migrant smuggling charges
Aid workers stand trial in Greece on smuggling charges as rights groups warn of criminalising rescue work
Somali prime minister rejects Trump’s remarks and calls for calm
Somali leaders dismissed Donald Trump’s derogatory comments about Somalia and Somali immigrants, urging unity, dignity and a focus on resilience.
China and Russia hold strategic talks to strengthen regional security
China and Russia held strategic consultations in Moscow, discussing Ukraine, regional security, and cooperation in military and law enforcement spheres.
Libya vows to step up migrant returns as Europe tightens controls
Libya plans to increase repatriation of irregular migrants amid limited international support and Europe’s efforts to curb arrivals.
Labour MP Tulip Siddiq sentenced in Bangladesh in absentia
Tulip Siddiq, Labour MP, jailed in Bangladesh over corruption claims, denies wrongdoing, trial held in her absence
Countries rush aid to Sri Lanka after devastating floods kill over 330
Countries rush aid to Sri Lanka after floods kill over 330 and leave hundreds missing, with rescue and relief operations ongoing
Trump invites Israel’s Netanyahu to White House
Trump invites Netanyahu to the White House to discuss Gaza, Israel-Syria relations, and a potential pardon amid ongoing tensions
Netanyahu requests pardon as trial fractures Israel’s political scene
Netanyahu has requested a presidential pardon, arguing his lengthy corruption trial is dividing Israel, while critics accuse him of evading justice and supporters say the process is politically driven.
Senegalese teams race to stop potential oil spill near Dakar coast
Senegalese authorities deployed crews and tugs to prevent an oil spill after water entered the engine room of the Mersin tanker near Dakar.
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla resigns from Parliament amid mercenary claims
Former President Jacob Zuma’s daughter steps down from Parliament while under police investigation for allegedly sending men to fight in Ukraine.
Lebanon and Egypt coordinate to strengthen arms control efforts
Lebanon and Egypt met in Beirut to advance arms control and prevent escalation amid ongoing Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon.
German woman of Congolese origin gets 10 years for bank robbery
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A German woman of Congolese origin was sentenced to 10 years in Congo for attempting a daylight bank robbery in Kinshasa.
Trump orders review to label Brotherhood branches as terrorist groups
Trump orders review to label several Muslim Brotherhood branches as terrorist organizations