Activists rally in N’Djamena demanding release of former premier Succes Masra after court sentence sparks criticism and protests

France tells nationals to leave Mali as violence escalates

Tuareg rebels call for Russian exit as Mali faces escalating attacks and France urges citizens to leave

Lawmakers approve reforms allowing Ousmane Sonko to seek the presidency in the 2029 election.

Rebels claim Kidal as Russian fighters withdraw; Mali defence minister killed in attack

Deadly fighting in eastern Chad leaves dozens dead as water dispute triggers ethnic clashes and government deploys security officials.

Mali says security forces repelled coordinated attacks in several cities, injuring 16 people, while authorities confirmed the situation is now fully under control.

Tehran’s drone network in Africa is shifting battlefields and alliances across the continent

Major coordinated attacks hit Bamako and the north, exposing Mali’s worsening security crisis

EBB Air aircraft skids off Mandera airstrip runway in Kenya leaving all 36 onboard escaping without injuries.

Public outrage intensifies in Mauritania over disputed femicide investigation and stalled gender law.

Nigerian football mourns Michael Eneramo who collapsed in a friendly game and was later reported dead from suspected cardiac arrest.

Wadagni elected president of Benin after court validation, marking continuity of Talon policies and focus on economic reforms agenda expected

South Africa suspends top police official after $20 million health tender scandal linked to alleged organised crime connections.

Security forces crushed an ISWAP attack in Borno killing 25 militants capturing one suspect and recovering a cache of weapons.

Tanzania commission reports 518 deaths, but critics argue the figure is too low and accuse authorities of covering up abuses.

Pope Leo visit draws focus on inequality and prison conditions in Equatorial Guinea amid calls for humane treatment and justice reforms.

Violence in Borno and Zamfara states left at least 23 dead as Boko Haram and bandits intensified rural attacks Tuesday.

NISA operations targeted al-Shabaab leaders, destroyed shelters, and disrupted transport vehicles used for militant coordination in Somalia region.

Taiwan president delays Eswatini visit after overflight permits revoked under China pressure and rising diplomatic tensions.

Nigeria announces cabinet reshuffle as finance minister is replaced and two ministers exit, with a new housing nominee named by Tinubu.

Ex security officials in Nigeria face terrorism and treason charges

Russia says its Africa Corps freed two hostages in Mali after nearly two years in militant captivity operation confirmed officially.

Pope Leo XIV warns about wealth gaps and governance issues during visit to Equatorial Guinea authorities.