US congressman calls for aid cuts to Tunisia over Saied’s actions
US lawmaker Joe Wilson’s criticism of President Kais Saied on social media has sparked a heated debate in Tunisia, with reactions ranging from amusement to indignation.
WHO: 70+ health facilities destroyed in Eastern Congo
Mpox containment efforts also severely disrupted, with 90% of patients fleeing isolation units, according to representative in North Kivu
UN fact-finding mission to investigate abuses in eastern Congo
The UN Human Rights Council established a fact-finding mission to investigate widespread human rights violations in eastern Congo after adopting a resolution without a vote.
Puntland offensive inflicts heavy losses on Islamic State in Somalia
The offensive, which began in late December, has resulted in the capture of dozens of IS bases and the deaths of at least 85 militants
UN rights chief warns Congo conflict could spill over borders
The DRC government convened the meeting, calling for an urgent probe into what it describes as grave human rights violations committed by the M23 rebel group
Netherlands asks Sierra Leone to extradite Jos Leijdekkers
Dutch Justice Minister calls on Sierra Leone to extradite high-profile drug criminal Jos Leijdekkers.
Four influencers freed in Tunisia after sentence cuts
Tunisia has reduced the prison sentences of four influencers convicted of violating public morals, freeing three.
Ramaphosa rejects US barbs, affirms South Africa’s stance
South Africa’s President Ramaphosa defends national policies and sovereignty, asserting the country’s resilience despite US threats to cut aid and accusations of racist laws.
Swiss aid workers killed in DRC attack
A Swiss aid group confirmed that three local workers were killed in an attack in eastern Congo, prompting the suspension of its humanitarian programs.
French troops to leave Ivory Coast military base in February 2025
The withdrawal is part of France’s strategic reorganization following similar actions in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger.
10 Nigerien soldiers die in ambush near the Burkina Faso border
An ambush by criminals near the Niger-Burkina Faso border kills at least 10 Nigerien soldiers during a security operation.
Trump’s USAID funding cuts may worsen Ebola crisis in Uganda
USAID funding suspension under Trump administration worsens Ebola outbreak in Uganda, complicating health efforts.
Congo Rwanda leaders set to meet amid tensions escalate
President Felix Tshisekedi will join a regional summit in Tanzania, where leaders may discuss Congo’s conflict with Rwandan-backed rebels as the UN warns of worsening instability.
Tshisekedi to join regional summit as M23 rebels advance
The summit comes as M23 rebels, backed by Rwanda, seized another mining town in South Kivu province on Wednesday
Kenya deploys 168 more police to Haiti as US cuts mission funding
Latest deployment raises total number of Kenyan personnel in Haiti to 800, moving closer to target of 1,000 officers under UN-backed mission
ICC warns of potential war crimes in eastern Congo
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is closely monitoring the escalating violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Fire kills 17 students at Islamic school in Northern Nigeria
The victims, aged between seven and 17, were trapped in the blaze at the school in Kauran Namoda town, while around 12 others sustained severe burns and were rushed to the hospital
South Africa’s president discusses US disinformation with Musk
President Cyril Ramaphosa takes up disinformation concerns with Elon Musk after Trump’s remarks on South Africa’s land expropriation act.
Namibia announces date for first female president’s inauguration
Namibia’s first woman president-elect, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, will be inaugurated on March 21, aligning with the country’s 35th Independence Day.
Uganda arrests nine finance officials over central bank hack
Among those detained is a top official from the Treasury department, according to police and the finance ministry
Biggest wildlife crackdown rescues thousands in Nigeria
Interpol’s largest wildlife operation led to the seizure of nearly 20,000 live animals, 365 arrests, and the dismantling of global trafficking networks.
Uganda deploys 1,000 more troops to Eastern Congo amid tensions
This brings the total number of Ugandan troops in the region to approximately 4,000-5,000, as they assist the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) government
M23 rebels announce ceasefire in Goma for humanitarian aid
The group, which is believed to be backed by Rwanda, declared the ceasefire on Monday, citing “humanitarian reasons”
Uganda launches trial for potential Sudan Ebola vaccine
Uganda has begun a clinical trial for a potential Sudan Ebola vaccine, with WHO supporting the effort by donating 2,160 doses to help curb future outbreaks.