Kenyan police nearing arrests in case of UK soldier’s death
The incident involved Maj Kevin McCool, who was targeted by a group of assailants while on a motorcycle trip off-base
Five civilians killed in Ethiopia following drone strike on ambulance
Federal forces are reportedly employing drones to target local militias amidst ongoing escalating violence
Sierra Leone detains ex-presidential guard in connection with failed coup
Koita, previously a soldier, was described by Bah as “at the top of the wanted list”
Uganda accuses US of pushing a ‘LGBT agenda’ after new sanctions
In May, Uganda implemented stringent anti-gay legislation, marking one of the world’s severest laws against same-sex activities
Mali and Niger to terminate tax treaties with France
France and Mali’s tax pact has been in effect since 1972
Nigerian president urges for probe after drone attack kills 85 villagers
Villagers were killed as military accidentally bombed civilians who had gathered for religious celebration in northwestern Kaduna state on Sunday
Kenya death toll reaches 160 amid devastating El Nino floods
Government says rains have displaced over half a million people and unleashed widespread chaos and landslides
Senegal court decides whether Sonko can run for presidency
Sonko’s candidacy for 2024 faces legal challenge, with Senegal’s court set to make a crucial decision.
Embalo’s Guinea-Bissau parliament dissolution sparks AU concern
African Union wary of Guinea-Bissau’s move to dissolve parliament, urges leaders to find common ground.
African soldiers’ sacrifices in world wars
These unsung heroes fought alongside European powers
Congo militants vow to invade vacated zones as regional force departs
A contingent of approximately 300 Kenyan soldiers was the initial group to withdraw from their positions in Goma
Nigeria army drone strike kills at least 85 civilians
Although the army did not provide casualty figures, local reports indicate that among the deceased were many women and children
Niger terminates defense and security collaborations with EU
Move announced as junta agrees to strengthen defense cooperation with Russia
Neocolonialism’s grip on independence and self-determination
Cultural dominance remains another facet of neocolonialism
Former Mauritanian president Aziz receives 5-year prison sentence for corrupti...
The sentencing of Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz marks a significant step in Mauritania’s fight against corruption.
East Africa reels from floods, over 300 lives lost
East Africa is grappling with the aftermath of a devastating flood disaster, with over 300 lives lost, thousands displaced, and infrastructure severely damaged.
South Africa stops buses carrying unaccompanied Zimbabwean children
Over 400 unaccompanied children from Zimbabwe were prevented from entering South Africa in an anti-trafficking operation.
Gabon charts course for democratic restoration
Gabon’s roadmap to democracy emphasizes the importance of citizen engagement and inclusive governance.
Dozens apprehended in Sierra Leone following coup attempt
The incident adds to a series of coups witnessed in West Africa since 2020
DR Congo: Hate crime sparks calls for action
Human rights groups are urging the DR Congo government to take action to address ethnic violence.
Guinea-Bissau president dissolves parliament after alleged coup attempt
The capital, Bissau, witnessed clashes between two factions within the army on Thursday night
Kenyan woman arrested after throwing baby into ocean
Earlier, the Kenya Red Cross confirmed that the infant was safe in their rescue center
Tanzania flood and landslide death toll rises to 47
Authorities in the Manyara region are conducting search and rescue operations
S Africa conducts large-scale anti-trafficking operation, kids rescued
Taking swift action, authorities coordinated with officials in Zimbabwe, promptly repatriating the children to their home country