Chad investigates failed attack on presidential compound
This incident comes at a sensitive time for Chad, which recently terminated a defense agreement with France
UK freezes assets of neo-Nazi group Blood and Honour
Canada listed Blood and Honour and Combat 18 as terrorist organizations in 2019, and several European nations have banned both groups
Chad thwarts attack on presidential compound by intoxicated group
Gunfire erupted near President Mahamat Idriss Deby’s office as the military sealed off nearby streets
Mandela grandson arrested in South Africa for hijacking
South African police arrested five individuals, including a grandson of the late President Nelson Mandela, for hijacking a vehicle.
UN report: Congo rebel influence on rwanda’s minerals
Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to face turmoil as rebels fraudulently export at least 150 metric tons of coltan to Rwanda, according to a United Nations report. This marks the largest contamination of the Great Lakes Region’s mineral supply chain on record. The illegal trade began after the M23 rebel group, a Tutsi-led
Egypt hosts summit with Greece, Greek Cypriot
The leaders of Egypt, Greece, and the Greek Cypriot Administration met in Cairo to discuss ways to strengthen economic and energy cooperation.
Six soldiers killed in clash with extremists in Nigeria
Six Nigerian soldiers and 34 extremist rebels were killed in a clash in Borno state, northeastern Nigeria, highlighting the ongoing security challenges posed by the Boko Haram insurgency.
Egypt uncovers portions of Queen Hatshepsut’s valley temple
The discovery, which includes over 1,000 decorated stone blocks, was announced on Wednesday by Zahi Hawass, the leading archaeologist behind the excavation
Azerbaijan protests Eritrea over detention of vessels, crews
Azerbaijan has lodged a formal protest and is working to secure their release through diplomatic channels.
Nigerian troops foil ambush, kill 34 militants in Borno
The attack occurred on Saturday in Sabon Gari village when troops returning to their base were targeted
Libyan parliament approves national reconciliation law
The national reconciliation law passed by Libya’s Parliament aims to resolve longstanding conflicts, with the majority of lawmakers approving the measure.
Air strike by the US eliminates 10 al-Shabaab in Somalia
US Africa Command confirmed that an airstrike conducted in southern Somalia resulted in the death of 10 Al-Shabaab militants.
Ghana swears in John Mahama for second term as president
John Mahama was sworn in as Ghana’s president after a landslide victory, promising economic revival and optimism among Ghanaians.
Mass kidnapping in Nigeria’s Zamfara state
At least 46 people, including women and children, were kidnapped by gunmen in a raid on Gana town in Nigeria’s Zamfara state, marking another mass abduction in the region plagued by armed banditry.
Macron accused of ‘contempt’ over remarks on Africa’s gratit...
In a statement on Monday, Macron claimed that Sahelian countries “forgot” to thank France for its role in safeguarding their sovereignty amid the ongoing withdrawal of French troops from the region
French police detain three Algerian influencers amid tensions
Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau confirmed the arrests, describing the suspects’ online remarks as “vile” and emphasizing that they would be held accountable in court
Mauritius issues arrest warrant for ex-finance minister
The developments mark the first major actions by Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam’s administration
ISIS-linked raid kills six soldiers in Nigeria
Six Nigerian soldiers killed in a pre-dawn raid by ISWAP militants in Borno State. The attack forced troops to retreat after heavy fighting.
China’s foreign minister begins Africa tour with visit to Namibia
China’s foreign minister Wang Yi visits Namibia as part of his annual Africa tour, reaffirming China’s commitment to the continent’s development and strengthening bilateral ties.
Guinea witnesses deadly clashes as protests demand transition
Guinea witnesses deadly clashes between demonstrators and police as the Forces Vives de Guinee platform calls for an end to military rule.
Congo transfers 170 death row convicts for execution
The Democratic Republic of Congo is preparing to execute over 170 people convicted of armed robbery.
France questions Algeria’s motives in Boualem Sansal’s detention
French officials, including Barrot, have expressed concerns for Sansal’s well-being, with France maintaining its stance on freedom of expression
Barrick threatens to halt Mali operations over gold shipment dispute
The dispute centers on a new set of mining regulations imposed by Mali’s military government
Macron slams lack of thanks for halting Islamist expansion in Sahel
Macron emphasized that these countries would not have sovereign states today without France’s military presence
