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

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