M23 accuses DRC government of trying to derail peace talks
As peace talks in Angola near, M23 claims the DRC is escalating violence to sabotage negotiations, while Kinshasa remains silent on the allegations.
DRC to join peace talks with Rwanda-backed rebels in Angola
Congo announced it will send a delegation to Angola on Tuesday for peace talks with Rwanda-backed rebels to resolve the escalating conflict.
Libyan education minister sentenced over textbook scandal
A Tripoli court convicted Libya’s education minister for favoritism and mismanagement in textbook procurement, leading to a nationwide schoolbook shortage.
Nigerian airstrike targets militants, 20 killed in the north
Official says operation conducted after credible intelligence revealed the presence of large group of terrorists in Katsina state
Rights group urges probe into Burkina Faso militia killings
A video appearing to show a government-allied militia carrying out a massacre in Burkina Faso has surfaced, prompting calls for an investigation from Human Rights Watch.
Angola calls DR Congo ceasefire ahead of negotiations
The Angolan president called for a midnight ceasefire in the Democratic Republic of Congo ahead of planned peace talks between the government and the M23 armed group.
US expels South African ambassador over alleged hate for Trump
The United States expelled South Africa’s ambassador after accusing him of hating the country and President Trump amid escalating tensions over land reform.
Egypt’s Ashraf Mahrous pulls heavier 279-ton train, sets new record
While fasting during Ramadan, Egyptian strongman known as Kabonga successfully pulled a 279-ton train in Cairo.
Guinea junta suspends opposition parties in crackdown
The junta in Guinea takes action against opposition parties, suspending major groups and disbanding movements due to non-compliance.
Niger expels Chinese oil executives, revokes hotel license
Niger’s military government expelled three Chinese oil executives and closed a hotel over local concerns related to oil extraction and discriminatory practices.
Tshisekedi weighs dialogue as M23 rebels gain more ground
Angola has offered to host direct talks between the DR Congo government and the M23 rebels.
Syrian Druze elders make historic visit to Israel after 5 decades
Around 100 Druze sheikhs from Mount Hermon villages in Syria traveled to religious sites in Israel
DR Congo conflict forces halt at world’s 3rd biggest tin mine
Fighting in eastern DR Congo has forced the closure of the world’s third-largest tin mine, disrupting production and driving global tin prices higher.
EU set to sanction nine over Congo violence amid escalating conflict
While the names of those targeted remain undisclosed, in line with EU protocol, foreign ministers are expected to approve the measures during a meeting in Brussels on Monday
US and Israel explore Africa for Palestinian resettlement, AP reports
According to the report, officials in Sudan, Somalia, and the self-declared independent region of Somaliland were contacted regarding the proposal
Angolan officials block opposition leaders from entry
Angolan authorities denied entry to several opposition politicians, former presidents, and activists invited to a democracy conference organized by UNITA.
South African president urges peace in conflict-torn DRC
South African president announces that African blocs are demanding a quick ceasefire and peace in eastern DRC.
A train strikes minibus, killing at least eight in Egypt
A train crashed into a minibus at an unauthorized crossing in Egypt, killing at least 8 people and injuring 12 others, including children.
British jury convicts UN judge from Uganda of slave labor
A UN judge from Uganda was convicted in the UK for forcing a woman into slavery by making her work as an unpaid maid and nanny.
Ethiopia-Eritrea tensions escalate amid fears of renewed conflict
Regional analysts caution that direct clashes between Ethiopia and Eritrea, home to two of Africa’s largest militaries, could spill across borders
White rhinos return to Tanzania after decades of absence
Tanzania has begun reintroducing white rhinos to Ngorongoro after decades of extinction due to poaching, with 18 rhinos translocated from South Africa.
Southern African bloc to withdraw troops from Congo in phases
The 16-member regional bloc had deployed troops to Congo in December 2023 to support the Congolese military in its battle against various rebel groups
Congo weighs Angola peace talks as SADC troops exit
Angola has been mediating to de-escalate hostilities between Congo and Rwanda, which denies allegations of supporting the Tutsi-led M23 rebels
French finance employee probed for alleged spying for Algeria
The employee is accused of leaking details about Algerian asylum seekers, including known opponents of the Algerian government