Cholera medical supplies for Africa are stuck due to Iran war

Emergency cholera supplies for African countries are stuck in Dubai due to Iran war-related disruptions, raising concern about outbreaks ahead of the rainy season.

Ghana becomes first African country to sign security pact with EU

EU and Ghana will cooperate on cybersecurity, military training, and conflict prevention under a new security partnership.

Benin’s Democrats party will not back any candidate in election

Benin’s main opposition Democrats party, barred from the April presidential election, announced it will not support any candidate while calling for party revival.

ADF rebels kill at least 50 people in eastern Congo attacks

Rebels attacked mining sites in Muchacha and Babesua, leaving dozens dead and prompting humanitarian concerns in eastern Congo.

Tinubu and Starmer discuss terrorism and ties during UK visit

Nigeria and Britain expand cooperation as Tinubu meets Starmer during landmark diplomatic visit to the United Kingdom.

Rebels linked to IS attack gold mines in DRC killing multiple people

Rebels allied with IS attacked gold mining sites in northeastern DRC, killing civilians, wounding soldiers, and forcing local and foreign workers to flee the area.

Nigerian soldiers killed more than 20 militants in Yobe state attacks

Nigerian troops killed more than 20 militants after coordinated attacks, repelling assaults as Boko Haram and ISWAP target soldiers and civilians in the northeast.

Chad halts cross-border trade to prevent Sudan war from spreading

Chad closed its desert border with Sudan to uphold neutrality and prevent spillover as paramilitary RSF operations threaten towns and civilians along the frontier.

Opponents accuse Senegal’s Sall of repression and economic crimes

Opponents of Macky Sall accuse him of repressing protests, concealing debt, and committing economic crimes while seeking the UN secretary-general position.

Congo voters prepare as Sassou Nguesso promises victory again

President Denis Sassou Nguesso launched his campaign in Pointe-Noire, pledging another term amid opposition weakness and ongoing economic and civil liberty concerns.

Helicopter bursts into flames killing six in western Kenya county

A helicopter crash in Nandi County, Kenya, killed six people, including MP Johana Ng’eno, shortly after takeoff in poor weather conditions.

Sierra Leone regains detained soldiers and police from Guinea

Sierra Leone confirmed the safe return of its soldiers and police detained by Guinea amid border clashes, with both countries agreeing to future dispute talks.

Nigeria sets its next presidential election for January 16, 2027

Electoral commission moves Nigeria’s presidential vote earlier to avoid Ramadan, and new electronic result transmission is authorised.

Kenyan man charged with recruiting youths to fight in Ukraine

A Kenyan man is charged with human trafficking after allegedly recruiting 22 youths for military service in Ukraine, with three previously injured in combat.

Libya’s Haftar forces free soldiers held after Niger border clashes

Haftar’s eastern Libyan forces say they freed soldiers captured in January border clashes with armed groups near Niger, amid ongoing instability and division in Libya.

Ghana urges Ukraine to free two captured fighters

Ghana’s foreign minister asked Ukraine to release two Ghanaian prisoners captured fighting for Russia, citing humanitarian grounds and concerns over recruitment networks.

Ethiopia revokes Addis Standard licence before polls

Ethiopia has revoked the licence of Addis Standard, citing legal and ethical breaches, as concerns grow over media restrictions ahead of June elections.

Ghannouchi urges Tunisia to uphold democracy and rule of law

Rached Ghannouchi called for democracy, rule of law and peaceful transfer of power in Tunisia, as authorities defend his prosecution and critics allege political targeting.

Somali minister says forces neutralize 17 al-Shabaab commanders

The government reports progress against al-Shabaab and highlights continued military cooperation with African Union forces.

Abiy Ahmed clashes with Saudi FM over Sudan, UAE ties

Leaked minutes show a heated exchange between Abiy Ahmed and Saudi officials over Sudan, the UAE, and regional security

Malawi police intercept funeral hearse hiding 30 bags of illicit charcoal

Nine people in Malawi escaped police custody after smuggling 30 bags of charcoal in a hearse disguised as a funeral procession near Blantyre.

Malian forces neutralize 12 militants in Douentza

Malian forces said they neutralized around a dozen militants in the Douentza region as part of ongoing efforts to curb insecurity in central and northern Mali.

Egypt intelligence chief meets Khalifa Haftar in Benghazi

Egypt’s intelligence chief met Khalifa Haftar in Benghazi to discuss regional developments, strengthen coordination, and reinforce bilateral ties between Egypt and eastern Libya.

African Union chief urges end to Palestinian extermination

African Union Commission chairman Mahmoud Ali Youssouf called for an end to Palestinian killings in Gaza while addressing ongoing conflicts across Africa at the AU summit.

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