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
Kagame secures fourth term in landslide victory
Kagame, who 1st assumed power in 2000, secures over 99% of votes in Monday polls amid promises of development and security
Eswatini sentences lawmakers to long prison terms
Eswatini jails pro-democracy lawmakers Mabuza and Dube for 25 and 18 years respectively, on charges of “terrorism” and murder related to 2021 protests.
First doses of promising malaria vaccine given in Ivory Coast
The Oxford-developed vaccine shows promise in reducing deaths from the disease.
Heatwave fuels fires across South Africa, killing six
Firefighters battling the blaze are among the casualties, with poachers suspected as the cause.
Kenya’s Ruto claims Ford Foundation funds violent demonstrations
Accusing the US-based Ford Foundation of promoting anarchy, Kenyan president William Ruto stated that the organization is behind the deadly anti-government protests in Kenya.
Dozens killed in DRC militia, army Fighting
More than 50 people, including soldiers and militia fighters, were killed in clashes over land disputes in western Democratic Republic of Congo.
Nigeria, UAE resume travel after visa dispute
After a two-year pause, travel between Nigeria and the UAE is back on track.
Ennahda’s Bhiri moved to ICU following hunger strike protest
Following an 18-day hunger strike, Tunisia’s opposition leader Bhiri was hospitalized, reflecting the deepening political crisis and claims of human rights violations.
Resilient Acacia Trees thrive in harsh African savannas
As a symbol of strength and endurance, the acacia tree continues to inspire awe and admiration
Libya orders arrest of airline official for migrant transport to Nicaragua
According to the statement, Ghadames Air had transported hundreds of individuals to Nicaragua, who then planned to illegally enter US
Gambia parliament rejects bill to lift female genital mutilation ban
During the vote on each clause ahead of the third and final reading scheduled for July 24
Suspected serial killer arrested after bodies found in Kenyan quarry
The acting head of police, Douglas Kanja Kirocho, said nine bodies had been recovered so far from the quarry
Car bomb kills five, injures 20 outside restaurant in Somalia’s capital
Al Shabaab militants claimed responsibility for the attack on an affiliated radio station
Rwandans vote to choose new president and lawmakers
Presidential race pits incumbent Paul Kagame against 2 others
Ethiopia and Kenya modernize railways
The investments in modern railway systems by Ethiopia and Kenya are transformative steps
Five dead in Mogadishu hit by car bomb
A car bomb blast ripped through a cafe in Mogadishu, Somalia, killing five people and injuring around 20 others who were watching the Euro 2024 final.
42 killed in DR Congo as army battles militiamen
The cause of the violence remains unclear due to government restrictions on media access to the region.
Kenya promises independent probes over female corpses
Outrage grips Kenya after the discovery of 8 mutilated women’s bodies in a Nairobi garbage site. Police launch a probe, aiming to conclude within 3 weeks.
Zimbabwe begins hearings to address 1980s massacres
Zimbabwe’s President Mnangagwa has launched a reconciliation process for 1980s massacres, starting with survivor hearings.
Ennahda leader arrested without judicial approval, group says
There was no comment from Tunisian authorities on arrest