A German woman was detained and allegedly mistreated by Congolese security forces after a failed bank robbery, prompting outcry and calls for justice.

Madagascar’s military leader sworn in as president appointed a civilian prime minister following protests that forced ex-president Rajoelina to flee.

Morocco’s government unveiled reforms to boost youth political participation and expand social services following widespread protests over inequality and governance.

Madagascar’s Gen Z-led protests forced the president to flee, and the army assumed power while youth demand systemic change and basic services.

Migrants and rights activists protested Italy’s Libya deal after a boat tragedy exposed abuse and deadly crossings in the Mediterranean.

Zimbabwe’s ruling ZANU-PF party has endorsed extending President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term to 2030, drawing opposition resistance and fears of constitutional manipulation.

Ivory Coast’s President Alassane Ouattara urged young voters to back his bid for a fourth term, portraying himself as the best choice amid a tense and restricted election.

Thousands mourned former Kenyan prime minister Raila Odinga in Kisumu, as his death from a heart attack sparked nationwide grief and deadly chaos.

Two people died and dozens were injured in a stampede at Raila Odinga’s state funeral in Nairobi as mourners rushed to view his coffin.

Madagascar’s Colonel Michael Randrianirina seized power, insisting it was legal, while Rajoelina fled and the country faces international criticism.

Gunmen attacked two villages in central Nigeria’s Plateau state, killing at least 14 people amid ongoing farmer-herder tensions.

Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga has died at 80 in India, leaving a major political vacuum ahead of 2027 elections.

Andry Rajoelina, who rose to power through youth protests and military support, has been ousted amid similar demonstrations and growing public discontent

The United States urged Madagascar’s leaders to resolve their political crisis peacefully and in line with the constitution after an elite military unit took power.

Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadera has officially submitted his candidacy for a third term in the December elections amid ongoing security concerns.

Qimam says the Islamic Movement drives SAF decisions, sparked the 2023 war, and shelters extremist militias

Health ministry reports a fatal case of Rift Valley Fever and isolates those exposed while urging citizens to follow safety measures.

Gabon held local and legislative elections following the 2023 coup that ended the Bongo dynasty, with President Oligui Nguema seeking a strong parliamentary majority.

Libya’s Tripoli-based UN-recognised government reached a preliminary accord with the Radaa Force, mediated by Turkey, to ease tensions and share airport security.

Malawi’s Chakwera and Mutharika rallied supporters ahead of next week’s elections as the nation grapples with severe economic hardships.

Five Mauritanians went missing after two fishing boats collided off Mauritania’s coast, while Spanish rescuers saved 21 others including three Spaniards.

HRW: ISSP killed 127+ civilians in Niger’s Tillaberi since March; urges investigations and better protection

Madagascar received three ancestral skulls, including King Toera’s, returned from France 128 years after colonial looting.

Guinea’s media regulator has allowed coverage of banned parties ahead of the September 21 referendum despite earlier restrictions and ongoing political tension.