Kenya police ban Nairobi protests, cite criminal gang infiltration
Activists are calling for Ruto’s resignation and demand reforms to address corruption and poor governance.
African and European leaders seek cooperation on migrant crisis
Representatives from Africa and Europe gathered in Libya to tackle irregular migration.
Niger vows to neutralize attackers after civilian deaths
The army is searching for the attackers and claims to have recently killed 13 “terrorists” in the region.
AU deliberates 2025 budget and G20 strategy at Ghana meeting
African leaders discuss the African Union’s budget for 2025 and its role at the upcoming G20 Summit during a meeting in Ghana.
Morocco cracks down on sex abuse collaborators
Seven people are sentenced in Morocco for helping French businessman Jacques Bouthier commit sex trafficking and abuse.
ADF militants blamed for deadly market raid
ISIS-linked ADF rebels killed at least five civilians in an attack on a market in eastern DR Congo, highlighting the ongoing violence despite joint military efforts.
Kenyan president designates FM as acting cabinet chief
Kenyan President William Ruto named his foreign minister as acting cabinet secretary for all ministries after dismissing most of his cabinet to address anti-government protests.
Nigeria’s president requests additional $4B funding
President Tinubu also proposed a one-off windfall tax on banks’ foreign exchange gains as part of his administration’s strategy to increase revenue
Jacob Zuma under ANC scrutiny for backing MK in recent elections
The ANC has started disciplinary hearings against former president Jacob Zuma for supporting a rival party in the recent elections.
Egypt ends summer power cuts with LNG deliveries
Facing a summer energy crisis, Egypt ends power cuts with the arrival of natural gas shipments.
Kenya serial killer suspect allegedly tortured to confess, lawyer claims
According to reports, Khalusha, 33, purportedly confessed to the murder of 42 women, including his wife, following his arrest in Nairobi
Lake Malawi boasts unmatched fish diversity
Lake Malawi remains a vibrant symbol of nature’s incredible capacity for diversity
Conflict in DR Congo drives alarming forest loss
Global Forest Watch data revealed a sharp rise in tree cover loss, with Virunga experiencing a 22% increase in 2021 and a further loss in 2022
3 dead, dozens injured in new Kenya protests
Police and demonstrators clash in violent protests resulting in casualties
Burundi ex-president Buyoya’s body repatriated
Following his death in 2020, Pierre Buyoya, Burundi’s ex-president, is finally laid to rest at his family’s request.
Lawyers walk out as Guinea cracks down
Lawyers in Guinea are on a two-week strike protesting the arrest of activists and potential disruption of a landmark trial over a 2009 massacre.
200 more Kenyan officers join Haiti mission
To assist the Haitian National Police, a second contingent of Kenyan officers has arrived.
Does Sahara dust enrich Amazon and African soils?
Recognizing the Sahara Desert’s dual role as both a source of challenges and solutions for remains paramount
Nigerian court frustrated in Binance trial adjournment
A Nigerian court delays a money laundering trial against cryptocurrency exchange Binance and its executives until October.
Somalia convoy attacked, heavy arms stolen
A deadly militia ambush in central Somalia highlights fears about the lifted UN arms embargo.
General Burhan no-shows UN-brokered Sudan ceasefire talks
An RSF source confirmed its delegation was in Geneva, while the army did not comment
One killed as anti-government protests intensify in Kenya
The protests, initially sparked by proposed tax hikes a month ago, have continued despite Ruto withdrawing the legislation and dismissing nearly his entire cabinet
West DR Congo militia kills nine soldiers in weekend attack
Intercommunal violence in Kwamouth has resulted in hundreds of civilian deaths and significant infrastructure damage since 2022
Efforts intensify to uncover more victims of alleged Kenyan serial killer
Security forces have arrested suspected serial killer linked to 42 murders
