Five vanish after boat collision off Mauritania
Five Mauritanians went missing after two fishing boats collided off Mauritania’s coast, while Spanish rescuers saved 21 others including three Spaniards.
Jihadists ‘executed’ 127 civilians in Niger since March, HRW says
HRW: ISSP killed 127+ civilians in Niger’s Tillaberi since March; urges investigations and better protection
Madagascar receives three Indigenous warrior skulls from France
Madagascar received three ancestral skulls, including King Toera’s, returned from France 128 years after colonial looting.
Guinea press gains limited freedom as junta eases rules
Guinea’s media regulator has allowed coverage of banned parties ahead of the September 21 referendum despite earlier restrictions and ongoing political tension.
Nigerian villagers fleeing bandits die as boat capsizes in Zamfara
At least 15 villagers, mainly women and children, drowned in Zamfara, Nigeria, after fleeing gang raids and boarding an overloaded boat.
Comic-Con Africa dazzles Johannesburg fans
Fans dressed as heroes and villains gathered in Johannesburg as Comic-Con Africa celebrated comics, anime, gaming and cosplay with celebrities.
Infantino faces questions over African fans’ safety in America
African reporters questioned FIFA president Infantino about visas, security, and fair treatment for fans at the 2026 World Cup in North America.
Sixteen Mozambicans freed from Laos labour
IOM rescues sixteen Mozambicans trafficked to Laos and forced into labour, helping them return home after harsh exploitation in remote areas.
Niger arrests six Sudanese refugees after protest at Agadeer camp
Niger detains six Sudanese refugees after a protest over camp conditions and UNHCR handling; families urge urgent intervention
Wagner rifts roil Mali as private armies fuel Sahel chaos
Analysts say Wagner and other contractors undermine command, stoke violence, and strain Russia–Sahel security ties
Trump envoy Barrack backtracks on ‘animalistic’ remark
Remax agent and Trump’s ambassador to Turkey Barrack apologizes for calling Beirut reporters “animalistic”
Egypt detains teen TikTokers in morality, money-laundering sweep
Egypt is jailing teen TikTokkers under vague “family values” and finance laws, rights groups warn
Tanzania’s Hassan launches campaign amid bans
President Hassan opened campaigning in Tanzania as opposition figures were sidelined and rights groups voiced concern over democratic freedoms.
Seven migrants arrive in Rwanda via US deportation programme
Seven migrants arrived in Rwanda from the United States with some planning to build lives and others returning home.
Egypt and the US begin Bright Star drills with 44 countries
The training will continue until September 10, including naval, ground, air, and special forces.
SA influencer apologises over Russian job-scheme backlash
Cyan Boujee deletes job videos and apologises as South Africa warns of trafficking and opens a probe
Six Ivorians kidnapped at Burkina border
Six Ivorian government workers were kidnapped by Burkinabe volunteer forces near the porous border amid longstanding tensions between the two nations.
Algeria summons France envoy over visa dispute
Algeria summoned France’s chargé d’affaires to protest visa-related statements and accused France of breaching diplomatic protocol.
Mali soldiers resent Russia’s paramilitary presence
Russian mercenary groups Wagner and Africa Corps created resentment, caused security lapses, and failed to secure mining gains in Mali.
Tanzania disqualifies presidential candidate ahead of polls
Tanzania’s electoral commission disqualified opposition candidate Luhaga Mpina ahead of October polls, drawing criticism over threats to democratic integrity.
Julius Malema found guilty of hate speech by South African court
South African opposition leader Julius Malema was found guilty of hate speech for race-fueled comments made at a 2022 political rally.
Moroccan court rejects Lachgar’s bail despite health
Ibtissame Lachgar remains in detention after Moroccan court denies bail despite her critical health and upcoming cancer surgery.
Rwanda, Mozambique sign peace pact
Kagame and Chapo sealed a security pact as attacks escalate in Mozambique’s north where gas projects face renewed disruption.
Russia courts Niger with nuclear power offer as Paris ties unravel
Rosatom courts Niger with a nuclear plant as Paris ties unravel—promises vs. security & cost risks