South Africans protest coal exports to Israel

Protesters across South Africa urged the government to stop coal exports to Israel accusing Glencore of sustaining the Gaza war and military operations.

Death toll in Nigeria mosque attack rises to 50

Terrorists attacked a mosque and homes in Katsina killing 50 and abducting 60 residents in one of the deadliest assaults in the region.

Heavy rains trigger deadly Niger floods

Niger floods caused by heavy rains killed 47 injured many displaced over 56000 and destroyed livestock across hundreds of villages.

Congo drafts deal with M23 to reclaim rebel areas

Qatar proposes a three-phase peace plan for Congo and M23 to end conflict and return authority to the government in rebel-held areas.

JNIM says 21 soldiers killed in Mali raids; army confirms attacks

JNIM claims 21 soldiers killed, vehicles seized in Mali; army confirms raids in Ségou, with no toll released

US halts most visa processing in Zimbabwe, embassy says

US pauses most visas in Zimbabwe from Aug. 7, citing government concerns; valid visas stand. Families scramble

UN warns hunger crisis worsens in Cameroon

The UN warns that food aid for over 500,000 refugees in Cameroon will stop by August without urgent emergency funding, as hunger grows.

Belgium warns Congo truce shows no progress after one month

Congo’s fragile ceasefire with M23 shows no results a month later as Belgium urges progress in Qatar-mediated peace efforts.

ADF attacks Congo towns leaving 52 dead

Rebel fighters killed 52 civilians in eastern Congo as ADF assaults destroyed homes, burned property, and left families facing worsening humanitarian conditions.

Danab brigade destroys al-Shabaab hideouts near Awdhegle

Somali army and Danab brigade killed over 100 al-Shabaab terrorists and destroyed their hideouts in Lower Shabelle region near Awdhegle.

Burkina Faso expels UN coordinator over child-rights report

Ouagadougou rejects a U.N. child-rights report as flawed and issued without consultation

5.8 quake shakes Algeria, no damage

A 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck northeastern Algeria with no casualties or damage reported as civil protection teams carried out assessments.

Rescue teams search after Nigeria boat crash

Over 40 passengers remain missing in Sokoto State after a crowded boat sank, while rescue teams work to recover survivors from the river.

France opens talks with Mali after embassy staffer is detained

France is in talks with Mali after a French embassy staff member was detained over alleged destabilization, amid deteriorating bilateral relations.

Somalia concludes registration for Mogadishu’s historic elections

Somalia has completed voter registration for Mogadishu’s October 30 elections, marking its first direct vote since 1967 amid political tensions.

Qatar shares draft DRC–M23 peace deal

Qatar sends draft deal to DR Congo and M23; both agree to keep talks despite missed deadlines. Doha

Burundi begins building first railway linking to Tanzania

Burundi launches a historic railway project with Tanzania to improve trade links and regional economic growth.

Libyans vote in municipal polls despite delays and security threats

Libyans voted in municipal elections despite arson, violence, and security concerns across several towns and cities.

Armed attackers kill 20 in Niger ambush

Gunmen attacked a truck near Komabangou in Niger killing twenty civilians and sparing only women as violence continues in the Sahel.

Rebels kill 30+ in Congo’s North Kivu

Deadly rebel attacks in Congo’s North Kivu left over 30 dead, homes destroyed, and residents held hostage as violence intensifies in the region.

Millions gather in Senegal to honour Bamba

The Grand Magal drew Mourides from Senegal and abroad to commemorate the spiritual rank and teachings of Sheikh Amadou Bamba.

Guinea-Bissau expels Portuguese media in diplomatic row

Guinea-Bissau suspended Portuguese media operations, prompting Portugal to condemn the decision and seek its reversal.

Fierce fighting erupts as Congo troops face militia tied to Lubanga

Heavy fighting in eastern Congo leaves civilians and fighters dead as the army battles warlord Lubanga’s newly formed militia.

Mali arrests French over spy, coup plot

Authorities in Mali detain soldiers and French national accused of plotting to destabilise the state with help from foreign powers.

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