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.
Cyclone Gezani leaves 31 dead in Madagascar
Cyclone Gezani killed at least 31 people in Toamasina, causing widespread destruction, injuries and displacement, as Madagascar’s authorities appealed for international support.
Thousands attend burial of Seif al-Islam Gaddafi in loyalist town
The killing of Seif al-Islam Gaddafi drew loyalists to his burial as Libya remains divided by rival powers.
Clashes intensify in remote East Congo, testing US mediation
Renewed clashes in eastern Congo’s remote highlands are overwhelming hospitals and challenging U.S.-backed peace efforts
Gunmen kill over 160 people in deadly attack on Nigerian village
Gunmen attacked the Nigerian village of Woro, killing more than 160 people, burning homes and kidnapping dozens.
Bandit attacks kill dozens across three Nigerian states
At least 47 people were killed in coordinated bandit attacks across Katsina, Kwara and Benue states, underscoring Nigeria’s deepening security crisis.
Gunmen kill Muammar Gaddafi’s son Saif al-Islam
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of the former Libyan leader, was reportedly killed during a violent confrontation involving unidentified gunmen or rival factions in southwest Libya’s Al-Hamadah region.
Local officials blame M23 rebels for drone strike in Kisangani
Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo neutralized eight explosive drones targeting a strategic airport in Kisangani and have accused the M23 rebel group of launching the attack.
Uganda army rejects US sanctions threats over embassy dispute
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba apologizes after accusing the US Embassy of hiding leader Bobi Wine.
TPLF supports calls for dialogue after new clashes in Tigray
The TPLF has welcomed international calls for restraint and dialogue following fresh clashes with federal forces in northern Ethiopia that have raised fears of a return to full-scale conflict.
Morocco deploys army units to rescue thousands from floods
The Moroccan army is assisting in the evacuation of over 20,000 people after torrential rains caused rivers to overflow and flooded several northwestern regions.
Landslides kill several miners at a militia-held mine in Congo
The M23 militia confirms deaths after two landslides hit their mineral rich site in North Kivu.
