Martha Karua deported from Tanzania before opposition trial
Kenyan lawyer Martha Karua was expelled from Tanzania for trying to attend Tundu Lissu’s trial, which she says reflects democratic decline.
Boko Haram faction massacres villagers in Nigeria
At least 57 villagers were killed in a militant attack in northeast Nigeria while over 70 remain missing following the brutal raid.
Suicide blast in Mogadishu targets army camp, kills many
A suicide bombing targeting army recruits in Mogadishu killed at least 11 people and wounded 20, with al-Shabaab claiming responsibility.
Cameroon mourns the loss of Emmanuel Kundé at 68 years old
Emmanuel Kundé Cameroon soccer legend and 1990 World Cup star dies at age 68 leaving a huge legacy.
Niger to receive 4,000 migrants from Algeria
Thousands of migrants expelled from Algeria will be housed in Niger before being repatriated, according to a regional official in Agadez.
Women and children lead return to Rwanda after decades
Hundreds of Rwandan refugees displaced by the 1994 genocide return home with support from the UN and local authorities.
Turkey boosts security cooperation with Burkina Faso during visit
The visit included talks with Burkina Faso’s prime minister and foreign minister on counterterrorism efforts.
Morocco resumes Syria ties after Assad ousted
Morocco will reopen its embassy in Syria, restoring ties after Assad’s ouster and expressing support for Syrian people’s pursuit of freedom and stability.
Gaza urges Arabs to end Israeli siege, stop genocide
Gaza calls on Arab leaders at Baghdad summit to break the blockade, ensure aid access, and stop Israeli attacks on hospitals and civilians.
Turkish nationals return home after clashes shake Tripoli
Clashes in Libya forced Turkey to evacuate 82 nationals from the capital city Tripoli.
Bomb blast in Somalia’s Barawe town kills two and injures four
A bomb explosion at Barawe town’s airport gate in Somalia killed two and wounded four civilians amid ongoing regional insecurity.
Militants kill 23 in Nigeria attack, sources confirm
The region has long been plagued by a brutal insurgency, primarily driven by the Islamist group Boko Haram and its offshoot, the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP)
Trump considers Palestinian relocation to Libya
NBC News says the U.S. may relocate up to 1 million Palestinians from Gaza to Libya in return for unfreezing Libyan funds.
Libya protests follow clashes, leading to minister resignations
Libyan economy minister mohamed al-hawij has resigned from the recognized government. Two other ministers also resigned amid Tripoli protests.
UN cuts back humanitarian aid plans in Yemen and Somalia
Due to a funding crisis, the UN is scaling back support in Yemen and Somalia, leaving millions without access to critical aid and humanitarian support.
Gabon’s ousted leader Ali Bongo lands in Angola with his family
Angola has welcomed Ali Bongo, his wife, and son after diplomatic efforts led to their release from detention in Gabon.
Nigeria’s armed groups recruit via TikTok
Boko Haram and allied groups turn to TikTok to share violent videos and threaten opponents in northeastern Nigeria.
WADA suspends Africa’s sole doping lab for testing issues
Africa’s only anti-doping lab lost its WADA accreditation due to multiple testing flaws and nonconformities.
Chad prosecutor probes ex-PM Masra over deadly clash
Authorities in Chad have launched a probe into former PM Succes Masra after a clash left 42 dead, accusing him of inciting hatred and revolt.
Ousted Gabonese President Ali Bongo flees to Angola with family
Bongo ruled Gabon from 2009 until his ousting, succeeding his father, who had been in power for over 40 years
Guinea repossesses 51 mining licenses, says information minister
Guinea is known for its vast bauxite reserves, the largest in the world, which play a crucial role in global aluminum production, particularly in China and Russia
Trans Niger pipeline bursts, spills crude in Ogoniland
Nigeria’s Trans Niger oil pipeline has burst, spilling crude into B-Dere and raising fresh environmental concerns.
Ethiopia opposition slams ban as peace deal falters in Tigray
The Tigray People’s Liberation Front condemned its deregistration by Ethiopia’s Election Commission as a threat to peace and urged AU intervention.
35 killed in intercommunal clash in Chad
The violence erupted in a village on Wednesday, with tensions primarily driven by disputes between herders and local farmers over grazing rights