Libya expels more than 160 illegal migrants from Bangladesh
Migrants sent back via Benghazi’s Benina International Airport on June 10
Rwanda accuses UN refugee agency of lying in UK asylum case
A UNHCR spokesperson in Rwanda declined immediate comment
DRC miners face exploitation despite green energy boom: NGO
A new report reveals shocking working conditions for miners in DR Congo, a key source of cobalt and copper for electric vehicles and green energy.
At least 49 migrants dead, 140 missing off Yemen coast: IOM
According to the United Nations, 97,000 migrants arrived in Yemen from the Horn of Africa last year
Gunmen in Nigeria claim 26 lives, abduct dozens
These criminal elements, often referred to as bandits, have established strongholds in expansive forests spanning Zamfara, Katsina, Kaduna, and Niger states
Exploring Africa: Rich cultures, vast landscapes
Comprising 54 recognized countries, Africa’s borders encompass a vast array of languages
Malawi VP Chilima dies in plane crash
The crash site, according to Chakwera’s address to the nation, was in a mountainous area within the Chikangawa Forest
Search intensifies for missing plane carrying Malawi VP
The aircraft, which departed just after 9:00 am (0700 GMT), was carrying 51-year-old Chilima and nine others when it failed to land due to adverse weather conditions
Dozens dead, after Horn of Africa migrant boat capsizes
A migrant boat carrying people from the Horn of Africa capsized off Yemen’s coast, resulting in dozens of deaths and leaving over 100 missing.
Camara’s defense seeks acquittal in 2009 Guinea massacre case
Lawyers for ex-dictator Moussa Dadis Camara argue for his innocence in the 2009 Guinea massacre, insisting he tried to prevent the violence and should not be held responsible.
Malawi government: Plane carrying vice president missing
Miltiary copter carrying Saulos Chilima was scheduled to land in northern Malawi this morning after leaving capital Lilongwe
South Africa’s parliament to elect new president
Chief Justice Raymond Zondo will oversee the election of South Africa’s president on Friday as the newly elected parliament convenes.
Ugandan activist opposing oil pipeline released after custody
Ugandan environmental activist Stephen Kwikiriza, detained for opposing the East African Crude Oil Pipeline, has been released by the military and is receiving medical treatment.
Gunmen slay 50 in northwest Nigeria village raid, report residents
Despite President Bola Tinubu’s pledge to address insecurity, attacks by armed gangs, often called bandits, have become almost commonplace in the northwest
South African parties explore coalitions amid unity push
While the ANC has proposed a government of national unity inclusive of opposition parties spanning the political spectrum, initial reactions varied
Virtual reality technology helps with preservation of African culture
Technological advancements are proving invaluable in the effort to preserve African culture
Clan conflict in central Somalia kills at least 55, witnesses report
The confrontation, which unfolded over the weekend, pitted the Dir and Marihan clans against each other
Militants in eastern Congo claim over 80 lives in one week
During the attacks, armed men used guns and machetes against residents in Beni territory
Nigerian race erupts as Enyimba abandons match over penalty call
Enyimba abandoned a crucial Nigerian league match against Enugu Rangers after a late penalty call sparked fan invasion and protests.
Gupta family linked to SA corruption denies bail in India
An Indian court has denied bail to Gupta family members Ajay and Anil Gupta, accused of abetting the suicide of businessman Satinder Singh Sawhney.
Kenyan police scheduled for deployment to Haiti within weeks: Ruto
In addition to Kenya, several other countries, including Benin, the Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, and Chad, have expressed readiness to contribute to the mission
CAR mine shutdown: Blamed Chinese firm worked with rebels
The Central African Republic suspended a Chinese mining company for allegedly cooperating with armed rebel groups.
Death toll rises to 41 in attack on eastern Congo villages
ADF is also suspected to be behind another assault earlier this week that left at least 16 people dead
Chinese cybercriminal gang faces lengthy prison sentences in Zambia
Meanwhile, Zambian nationals involved in the scheme, after being charged in April, were released on bail to assist investigations
