Merchant vessel reports gun fire off Eritrea, UKMTO investigates

No group has claimed responsibility for the attack so far

Burkina Faso newspaper halts publication after journalist abduction

According to a report by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), armed men arrived at Oulon’s home in June and forced him into a minibus

Mali rebels deny foreign aid amid clashes with army and Wagner forces

In early August, the rebels claimed to have killed at least 84 Wagner mercenaries and 47 Malian soldiers during intense fighting in Tinzaouaten, near the Algerian border

Chad recognizes Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara

Chad opened a consulate in Western Sahara, expressing support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the disputed territory.

Deadly terrorist rampage kills 15 in Niger

At least fifteen civilians were killed in multiple terrorist attacks on villages in western Niger near the Burkina Faso border.

Tuaregs reject claims of outside help in major victory over Mali

Mali’s Tuareg rebel alliance has categorically denied receiving any form of assistance, including from Ukraine, during recent clashes with the Malian army and its Wagner partners, contradicting previous claims.

Extreme heat endangers west, central African children

UNICEF warns that extreme heatwaves in West and Central Africa are leading to a surge in child deaths, with health risks exacerbated by the mpox outbreak.

Africa’s mpox surge triggers global health alarm — WHO

Experts warn of the potential for the virus to spread beyond the continent if not contained swiftly.

Convoy ambushed in Burkina Faso, civilians killed and injured

Governor Kafando commended the hospital’s medical staff for their “titanic efforts” in treating the wounded

Nigerian army dismantles 27 illegal refineries, seizes stolen oil

Oil theft and pipeline sabotage have severely impacted Nigeria’s oil production, a critical sector for Africa’s largest oil producer

Algerian authorities intercept weapon smuggling ring

Algerian authorities arrested 21 individuals for allegedly attempting to smuggle weapons into the country from France via a commercial ferry.

New defense pact between Egypt, Somalia aims to boost security

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud visited Egypt to sign a defense pact aimed at combating terrorism.

Atlas Mountains: A natural and cultural treasure

Mount Fogo, stands as one of the most captivating natural wonders in the Atlantic

Libyan parliament terminates Dbeibeh-led government’s term

On Tuesday, the Libyan parliament ended the term of Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh’s Tripoli-based government.

Senegalese media blacked out to protest government pressure

A “Day Without Press” was observed in Senegal as media outlets united against government actions they see as an attempt to control information and muzzle the press.

UNICEF: Sudan faces largest child displacement

The UN warns that Sudan’s humanitarian crisis is the world’s worst for children, with millions displaced and thousands killed or injured, as US-led peace talks begin.  

Uganda garbage tragedy gets bigger with 25 dead

A massive garbage dump collapsed in Uganda’s capital, Kampala, killing at least 25 people with no survivors found.

Uganda court finds former rebel guilty of war crimes

A former LRA commander was convicted of numerous war crimes and crimes against humanity by a Ugandan court.

Ethiopia, Somalia make strides in Somaliland talks

The two countries have agreed to a third round of talks in September, aiming to find a lasting solution to the conflict.

Africa’s top health body declares mpox emergency amid outbreak

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) issued a warning last week about the alarming spread of this viral infection

UN chief advocates for permanent Africa seat on security council

“The world has changed since 1945, but the Council’s composition has not kept pace with these changes,” Guterres remarked

Nigerian woman summoned for destroying husband’s passport

The incident occurred after Igiebor, her husband, and their children arrived from Europe. In the video, Igiebor is heard admitting, “I tore it”

Human Rights Watch: Cameroonian activist missing after arrest

Known on TikTok as Ramon Cotta, with over 30,000 followers, Akam’s last video criticized President Paul Biya’s policies in Cameroon’s anglophone regions

Tanzanian police free opposition leaders after mass arrests

The arrests, which took place over Sunday and Monday, have sparked criticism from human rights organizations, including Amnesty International

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