Gunfire erupts in Congo’s Goma as rebels claim control of the city
The M23’s recent advances in Congo’s mineral-rich east have displaced thousands
UN demands M23 cease offensive, external forces withdraw from DRC
The 15-member Council issued the statement just hours after the Rwanda-backed M23 group claimed to have seized Goma following a rapid advance
Crisis deepens in eastern DR Congo as M23 rebels advance
Rwanda-backed M23 rebels reached the outskirts of Goma, prompting Congo to sever ties with Rwanda and escalating one of Africa’s longest conflicts.
Kenya hosts urgent summit on DR Congo crisis
Kenyan President William Ruto announced a summit between DRC and Rwandan leaders to address the eastern DRC crisis within 48 hours.
Sierra Leone probes claims that Dutch drug kingpin is in the country
Reports suggest Dutch fugitive Jos Leijdekkers, sentenced to 24 years in absentia, is residing in Sierra Leone with alleged ties to influential figures.
Islamist insurgents kill 20 Nigerian soldiers in Borno State attack
The soldier confirmed that 20 troops were killed and several others injured during the clash
Fuel tanker explosion claims 18 lives in Nigeria’s Enugu State
This incident comes just a week after a similar explosion in northern Nigeria killed nearly 100 residents
DR Congo accuses Rwanda of killing North Kivu governor
Congo accuses Rwanda of responsibility for the death of North Kivu’s governor, escalating tensions and recalling diplomats.
13 peacekeepers killed in fierce fighting in eastern DRC
The fighting has displaced hundreds of thousands of people and raised concerns about a potential regional conflict.
Presidents Ruto and Embalo call for peace in Sudan, DRC
Kenya and Guinea-Bissau reaffirm their commitment to fostering peace and stability across Africa, focusing on Sudan, the DRC, and humanitarian aid.
Man killed by Tunisian police after setting himself on fire
The man was subsequently killed by police, and a police officer and a passerby suffered injuries.
Health and land reforms spark conflict in South Africa’s coalition
South Africa’s DA party disputes the unity government’s health and land policies, calling for a coalition reset.
Madagascar floods: Thousands of endangered tortoises saved
Thousands of endangered radiated and spider tortoises were rescued after severe flooding caused by Cyclone Dikeledi inundated their sanctuary in Madagascar.
South Africa apartheid survivors sue for justice
Apartheid survivors and families are suing the South African government for failing to address crimes, demanding justice for decades of neglect and missed prosecutions.
Over 100 dead dolphins found on Somali coast; cause unknown
Abdirisak Abdulahi Hagaa, Puntland’s fisheries minister, confirmed the findings near the port city of Bosaso
Humanitarian crisis in Nigeria: UN seeks $910 million in aid
The UN humanitarian office has launched an appeal for $910 million to provide aid to 3.6 million people in northeastern Nigeria.
DR Congo president abandons Davos as conflict rages in the East
The M23 rebel group has captured key towns, including Masisi, Minova, and, most recently, Sake, located just 20 kilometers (12 miles) from Goma
Nigerian court bans Lakurawa group: terrorist organization
The Lakurawa group has been a growing security threat in northwestern Nigeria.
UN warns Congo’s M23 conflict risks escalating into regional war
The Tutsi-led M23 group, part of the Congo River Alliance (AFC), has seized more territory in recent weeks
Deadly attack by Boko Haram in Nigeria’s Borno state
At least 20 fishermen were killed in Nigeria’s Borno state after Boko Haram militants attacked their village.
Deadly bus accident in northern Ethiopia: 25 killed
At least 25 people were killed and 14 injured when a bus overturned in northern Ethiopia.
Gabon to hold April 12 election to end junta rule
In a significant step towards re-establishing civilian governance, Gabon’s transitional government has announced that presidential elections will take place on April 12. This marks a pivotal moment in the country’s transition from military control to democracy. The announcement came from government spokesman Seraphin Akure Davain, who confirmed that voting will run from 7:00 am to
Niger defense chief criticises foreign influence pre-coup
Niger’s defense chief explained that foreign forces, particularly France, controlled the country’s security until the July 2023 military coup.
DR Congo faces M23 advance near Goma
Thousands of people are fleeing their homes in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as M23 rebels advance towards the city of Goma.