Ethiopia is investigating a possible outbreak of a viral hemorrhagic fever after eight suspected cases were reported in the Omo region.

South Africa plans to bid for the 2036 or 2040 Olympic and Paralympic Games with Cape Town as its likely host.

South Africa eyes 2036 or 2040 Olympic bid, with Cape Town likely as the host city

Hundreds of residents in Gabes protested outside court demanding the closure of a phosphate plant they blame for severe pollution and health problems.

Victor Osimhen leads Nigeria against Gabon in African World Cup playoffs aiming for a place in the 2026 tournament.

Spanish police arrested nine people and dismantled a network that used powerful homemade drones to transport hashish from Morocco to southern Spain.

Hundreds of Tanzanian protesters were reportedly killed after elections as the government suppresses dissent and opposition leaders face imprisonment.

Sudan faces a sharp rise in cholera and dengue fever as conflict cripples its health system

The UN human rights chief has urged Tanzania to investigate alleged mass killings and evidence concealment following disputed elections marked by deadly protests.

UN reports hundreds killed in Tanzania election protests, with allegations security forces hid bodies. Opposition leaders remain jailed amid unrest

Britain and South Africa have returned more than 130 royal artefacts to Ghana, marking a significant step in restoring Asante cultural heritage.

Protesters in Kano, Nigeria, denounced US President Donald Trump’s threats of military action and rejected his claim of a “Christian genocide” in the country.

Two Kenyan activists who went missing in Uganda while attending a political event have been released after 38 days following diplomatic and rights group interventions.

Djibouti’s Guelleh announces sixth term bid after parliament removes presidential age limit

Sudanese leader claims Burhan rejects ceasefire due to fears of Brotherhood resurgence

Committees in El Fasher reject Burhan and Minawi’s rule, insisting on resistance or real negotiation

President Paul Biya begins an eighth term as opposition disputes election outcome

Sudanese forces strike RSF positions in Kordofan, while reinforcements move to El Obeid and Bara

The foreign ministers of Tunisia, Egypt and Algeria met in Algiers to coordinate UN-backed efforts for a political solution and lasting stability in Libya.

Libya has detained senior police officer Osama Almasri Njeem over alleged war crimes and torture at Mitiga Prison, months after his controversial release by Italy.

Morocco creates Unity Day after UN supports its Western Sahara autonomy plan

RSF claims foreign-backed drone strikes hit Darfur, causing civilian deaths

Tunisia repatriated 10,000 migrants in 2025 via IOM flights and insists it will not be a “transit zone.”

Junta leader Mamady Doumbouya formally entered Guinea’s December presidential race amid opposition condemnation and concerns over restricted freedoms.