Mali expels Swedish ambassador over “hostile” statement
The Swedish foreign ministry has not yet responded to the expulsion order
Somalia and Ethiopia to resume negotiations in Turkey next week
Turkey is mediating talks between Somalia and Ethiopia to resolve tensions stemming from Ethiopia’s port deal with Somaliland.
Tourism powers Africa’s economic growth
Africa’s tourism industry is expected to grow even further, contributing to economic development
Burkina Faso seeks public help against militants
Rights groups have expressed worries about the potential impact on civil liberties.
Mozambique ex-finance minister faces US charges over $2B fraud
US court delivers verdict in high-profile Mozambique fraud case involving Manuel Chang and $2 billion in loans.
Polish students and teacher detained in Nigeria amid protests
The arrest of seven Polish citizens by Nigerian authorities has ignited a diplomatic row.
Death penalty for 26 in DRC, ex-election boss among convicted
A major development in DR Congo as a military court sentences 26 people to death, including the former head of the electoral commission.
Police arrest 170, use tear gas to disperse Ruto protest in Kenya
Protesters prevented from marching to State House in Nairobi, where President William Ruto was swearing in newly formed 19-member Cabinet
Zambian politician detained for accusing Congolese president
Zambian police have detained opposition leader Fred M’membe on charges of sedition.
Africa CDC poised to declare mpox emergency next week
Mpox, transmitted through close contact, causes flu-like symptoms and lesions
Somalia’s cabinet approves universal suffrage bill
Due to ongoing insecurity and weak state structures, direct voting was initially planned for 2020 but delayed amid political disputes and persistent instability
Kenya police accused of vicious attacks on press freedom
Reporters Without Borders condemns Kenyan police brutality against journalists covering anti-government protests.
Tunisia accused of targeting truth commission leader
The arrest is seen as an attempt to discredit the Truth and Dignity Commission’s report on past abuses.
UN rights chief demands access and law reforms in Cameroon
Since 2017, separatist militias have been clashing with government forces in Cameroon’s two English-speaking regions
Fears of new Libya conflict as forces brace for attack
Libya’s UN-backed government is on high alert after reports of Haftar’s forces advancing towards the southwest.
Malian prosecutor opens investigation after Ukraine claims
Mali has opened an investigation into Ukraine’s alleged role in a deadly terror attack that killed Malian soldiers and Russian mercenaries.
Prominent Chadian journalist arrested, media association reports
The Chadian government has yet to comment on the arrest
Ukraine deems Niger’s move to cut relations ‘regrettable’
Tuareg rebels claimed to have killed at least 84 Russian Wagner mercenaries in July
11 dead in armed attack on Nigerian mining site
Gunmen on motorcycles attack mining site in Anka area of Zamfara state
African values: Community and elders
The rich cultural heritage of Africa stands as a sign to the enduring power of hospitality
Nigeria protests turn deadly as 21 killed, says Amnesty
Amnesty International accuses Nigerian security forces of killing at least 21 protesters during demonstrations against economic hardship.
South Africa: Libyan training camp not accredited, illegal
A group of 95 Libyan nationals have been arrested in South Africa while undergoing military training at an unauthorized camp.
US pledges $424 million aid to war-torn DR Congo
In response to the escalating humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the US government has announced a $424 million aid package to support those affected by violence.
New mpox strain sparks global health concern
The WHO chief has called an emergency meeting to assess if the recent spread of mpox, particularly a new, more severe strain, constitutes a global health crisis.