Armed group kills 4 and abducts 40 in Nigeria’s Zamfara State
Police making serious efforts to rescue victims in Zamfara State, official says
Kenyan police successfully re-capture suspect in US murder case
Kang’ethe, who had escaped from custody, was originally detained pending extradition to the US over the death of Margaret Mbitu
DRC, M23 rebel clash for key town of Sake
Intensifying battles near Goma as government forces strive to regain control from M23 rebels in Sake.
UN, US call Senegal for peaceful protest and swift elections
International concern heightens over Senegal’s crisis as the UN and US advocate for peaceful resolutions.
Tunisian president affirms timely elections amidst uncertain date
Tunisia’s leader, Kais Saied, addresses deep political crisis, promising timely presidential polls for stability.
Zambia reopens schools following Cholera outbreak delay
Zambia defeats cholera, reopening schools with confidence and robust preventive measures in place.
S Africa calls UN court to take action against Israel’s Rafah invasion
South Africa presses for stronger ICJ action against Israel’s threatened offensive on Gaza, citing genocide concerns.
Turkey’s Erdogan to make first visit to Egypt in over a decade
This visit marks the culmination of a prolonged reconciliation process between the two leaders
A journey through the tradition and innovation of Africa’s architecture
Traditional architectural styles in Africa are deeply rooted in local environmental conditions
Ivory Coast squad celebrates AFCON triumph with bonuses, villas
Following their 2-1 win against Nigeria in the final on Sunday, each squad member was granted a bonus of 50 million CFA francs ($82,152) and a villa of equivalent value
Record breaking surge in migrant fatalities off Tunisia in 2023
Tunisia has emerged as the primary departure point in North Africa, surpassing Libya, for individuals seeking refuge from poverty and conflict across Africa and the Middle East
Senegal enforces internet suspension amid widespread protests
Communications minister blames hate speech on social media for violent protests last week over delayed polls
Islamic police in Northern Nigeria arrest TikTok influencer
Ms. Kunya is accused of using explicit language in her videos, viewed by millions
Ethiopian forces face allegations of killing 45+ civilians in January
In a statement, the EHRC confirmed that these civilians were extrajudicially killed in the town of Merawi, allegedly for supporting the ethnic Amhara militia known as Fano
South Africa joins regional effort to curb M23 rebels in DRC
South Africa pledges 2,900 troops and $105 million to join the SADC force fighting armed groups in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo
Liberia’s new defense minister resigns after soldier wives’ protes...
Liberia’s Defence Minister resigned after just 10 days due to protests by soldiers’ wives over low pay and corruption.
Senegal election delay pressure builds on President Sall
Senegal’s political landscape shakes as President Sall faces opposition protests and global scrutiny
African martial arts gain momentum worldwide
African martial arts, have seen a surge in popularity among combat sports enthusiasts
UN: Rwanda supports DRC separatists with surface-to-air missiles
DR Congo conflict heats up as UN drone dodges missile, highlighting concerns about Rwanda’s alleged support for M23 rebels and use of sophisticated weapons.
Dead fears mount as no sign of missing boat carrying 17 Tunisians
Tunisian migrants, Mediterranean crisis, missing at sea, urgent search, Migration challenges, economic hardships, Bizerte, desperate families,
Congo protestors burn US, Belgian flags, target Western embassies
The protesters, adopting a new strategy by focusing on embassies, allege that the West is supporting neighboring Rwanda
Kenyan marathon world record holder Kiptum dies in car crash
Kiptum, a father of two, was on his way from Kaptagat to Eldoret in the Rift Valley of western Kenya when his car veered off the road and collided with a tree around 11:00 pm (2000 GMT)
UK’s Rwanda asylum scheme ‘incompatible’ — lawmakers
Watchdog panel slams UK’s controversial Rwanda asylum scheme, arguing it violates international law and undermines human rights.
DR Congo launches probe into attacks on foreign missions
Several UN peace mission vehicles burnt in weekend protests
