Tanzanian President Hassan sworn in for second term despite unrest
Samia sworn in again as Tanzania faces unrest and disputed election results.
Blockade threatens Mali’s stability; embassies urge citizens to leave
JNIM’s fuel blockade cripples Bamako, testing Mali’s military rulers and raising fears of wider Sahel instability
Tanzania opposition rejects Hassan’s landslide as protests turn deadly
CHADEMA calls the vote fabricated after rivals were barred; protests turn deadly as curfew and web curbs bite
Google Maps removes Western Sahara border line for Moroccan users
Google Maps removed the dotted border of Western Sahara for users in Morocco after a UN vote backed Rabat’s autonomy plan for the disputed territory.
Guinea-Bissau detains senior officers over alleged coup plot
Guinea-Bissau’s armed forces arrested several senior officers, including a brigadier general, over an alleged coup attempt ahead of national elections.
South Africa condemns Trump’s refugee plan favouring Afrikaners
South Africa criticised Donald Trump’s refugee policy for prioritising white Afrikaners, calling it racially biased and based on false claims of “white genocide.”
UN extends mission in Libya for a year to support lasting peace
The UN Security Council unanimously extended the UN Support Mission in Libya for another year to assist the country’s peace and stability efforts.
Cameroon blames opposition for deadly protests after Biya’s win
Cameroon confirmed several deaths during protests against President Paul Biya’s disputed re-election, blaming the opposition as international concern grows.
Syrian refugees rush to Tripoli agency to claim free tickets home
Hundreds of Syrian refugees in Libya are returning home after years abroad using a new travel program offering free tickets to Damascus.
Ouattara moves toward a fourth term in contested Ivory Coast vote
Incumbent President Alassane Ouattara is set to win a disputed fourth term amid opposition bans, low turnout, and unrest across Ivory Coast.
German woman detained in Congo sparks outrage over police treatment
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 new leader appoints civilian PM after coup
Madagascar’s military leader sworn in as president appointed a civilian prime minister following protests that forced ex-president Rajoelina to flee.
Morocco unveils youth and social reform plan amid rising protests
Morocco’s government unveiled reforms to boost youth political participation and expand social services following widespread protests over inequality and governance.
Malagasy youth rise in protests as army takes control of the nation
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 activists protest Italy’s Libya deal after boat wreck
Migrants and rights activists protested Italy’s Libya deal after a boat tragedy exposed abuse and deadly crossings in the Mediterranean.
Zimbabwe’s ruling party backs bid to extend Mnangagwa’s rule
Zimbabwe’s ruling ZANU-PF party has endorsed extending President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term to 2030, drawing opposition resistance and fears of constitutional manipulation.
Ouattara urges Ivory Coast youth to vote for himself
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.
Mourners fill Kenya streets to farewell Raila Odinga
Thousands mourned former Kenyan prime minister Raila Odinga in Kisumu, as his death from a heart attack sparked nationwide grief and deadly chaos.
Crowds mourn Raila Odinga as stampede leaves two dead
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 takes power while insisting this is not a coup
Madagascar’s Colonel Michael Randrianirina seized power, insisting it was legal, while Rajoelina fled and the country faces international criticism.
Gunmen attack two villages in Nigeria state killing at least 14 people
Gunmen attacked two villages in central Nigeria’s Plateau state, killing at least 14 people amid ongoing farmer-herder tensions.
Kenyan opposition mourns as Raila Odinga passes in India
Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga has died at 80 in India, leaving a major political vacuum ahead of 2027 elections.
Rajoelina falls as youth and military shape Madagascar’s fate
Andry Rajoelina, who rose to power through youth protests and military support, has been ousted amid similar demonstrations and growing public discontent
US urges calm as Madagascar’s military unit seizes control
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.
