In February, Congo lifted a 20-year moratorium on the death penalty for crimes such as desertion and treason

The Malian government denies the allegations, but rights groups are demanding an investigation.

The Democratic Republic of Congo sentences two more soldiers to death for deserting during clashes with M23 rebels in the eastern province of North Kivu.

A two-week ceasefire between the DRC government and M23 rebels offers a glimmer of hope for peace in the war-torn eastern region.

Traffic in Red Sea almost at standstill due to attacks on Israeli ships

Burkina Faso’s president Ibrahim Traore arrived in Niger for the first summit of the new Sahel bloc with leaders from Niger and Mali to discuss cooperation and anti-terrorism efforts.

Niger’s ruling junta ordered the US to withdraw its nearly 1,000 military personnel from the country in April

Local forces are now tasked with tackling remaining security threats in Cabo Delgado.

Concerns about respect and fair treatment drive North African doctors, such as Tasnime Labiedh, to consider leaving France following the far-right National Rally’s election gains.

President William Ruto of Kenya has announced new borrowing plans and significant spending cuts after protests against tax hikes that resulted in 39 deaths and widespread unrest in the country.

Africa’s journey towards renewable energy, particularly solar power, is gaining momentum

The session, dubbed #EngageThePresident, aims to provide young people a direct line to the president

A new UN report reveals the horrifying dangers faced by migrants traveling through Africa on land routes to Europe.

While no group claimed responsibility, Gwoza residents and the military suspect Boko Haram

Displacement is primarily due to conflicts persisting in northern and central regions of the country, coupled with climatic conditions, says UNOCHA

Regional force played a major role in addressing the threat posed by terrorism in the region, says official

Nearly 90 migrants perished when their boat sank near Mauritania.

Alarming decline in Gombe chimpanzees as habitat destruction threatens the future of this iconic colony.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed casts doubt on the independence of the Human Rights Commission (EHRC).

Sigh of relief seen in streets and main roads of Nairobi, where people flocked to main markets to purchase daily necessities

Named Gaiasia jennyae, this top predator from the Permian Period measured at least 8 feet (2.5 meters) long

Africa’s road networks are vital for trade, tourism, and daily life

The attack occurred on Wednesday in Djugu territory, located in the gold-rich Ituri province

Lotfi Mraihi who declared intention to run in upcoming presidential elections, was arrested over suspicion of money laundering