Malian Army takes down top terrorist leaders

Analyst warns of separatist risks

East African sailors mastered monsoon winds to drive trade

The seasonal monsoon winds served as natural propulsion for traditional dhow ships

Sonko to lead Senegal’s government after election sweep

Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has decided to retain his position despite his party’s landslide victory in recent parliamentary elections.

Islamic State-linked group attacks eastern DR Congo, kills 10

The Allied Democratic Forces, an Islamic State-linked group, has carried out a deadly attack in eastern Congo, killing at least 10 people and abducting others.

Angola sets summit to address DRC-Rwanda tensions

Angola will mediate a summit on December 15 to discuss peace efforts between the DRC and Rwanda, focusing on ceasefire violations and the volatile situation caused by the M23 rebel group.

Namibia’s election faces challenges as VP leads

Namibia’s female VP leads presidential election amid technical issues and opposition complaints.

Chad cuts military ties with France, ends decades-long pact

Chad’s decision to terminate its military pact with France highlights the growing trend of African nations seeking to assert their independence and reduce reliance on Western powers.

Mali claims drone strike kills top Tuareg rebel leader and others

The strike occurred during a gathering of Tuareg factions aiming to consolidate their political and military structures

Dozens lose lives at Guinea football match

The football match in N’Zerekore, Guinea, was marred by violence and chaos, leading to the deaths of dozens of fans.

G20 Presidency: South Africa aims to amplify Global South

South Africa has officially assumed the presidency of the G20, marking a historic moment for the African continent.

Biden promotes railway to challenge China’s hold in Africa

US aims to redefine its role in Africa as Biden showcases the Lobito rail project, offering a faster, Western-friendly export route for critical minerals from Congo and Zambia.

Trafficked lemurs and tortoises safely return to Madagascar

Madagascar has successfully repatriated a significant number of trafficked lemurs and tortoises from Thailand.

Morocco’s Noor Solar Farm powers Africa’s renewable future

Africa positions itself as a key player in the fight against climate change

Parliament deadlock puts Ghana at risk of shutdown

Ghana faces a potential government shutdown if parliament fails to pass a provisional budget before the December 7 election due to ongoing political deadlock.

200 still missing after Nigerian boat capsizes

Government to continue search, rescue operations in days ahead, official tells Anadolu

Itula calls Namibia vote results illegitimate

Namibia’s opposition leader Panduleni Itula refuses to recognize the election results, citing chaos and allegations of foul play during an extended voting period.

DR Congo conflict looms as East African leaders meet

Despite the urgent need for a resolution, the absence of Congolese President Tshisekedi and the early departure of Rwandan President Kagame raised concerns about the effectiveness of the summit.

Kenya and Uganda to mediate Ethiopia-Somalia dispute

Ethiopia’s plan to build a port in Somaliland has sparked a dispute with Somalia, leading to increased tensions in the Horn of Africa.

Survival in mud: The African lungfish story

Native to regions with unpredictable rainfall, the lungfish plays a crucial role in its ecosystem

Namibia votes on despite tech issues, long delays

Voting in Namibia continues following election day chaos marked by logistical issues, long queues, and claims of irregularities amid rising tensions.

Lightning strikes kill four students in Malawi

Two other students were seriously injured.

Tragic boat accident in Nigeria claims 27 lives

The incident highlights the dangers of water transportation, particularly in regions with inadequate safety measures.

Armed men abduct women, children in Mediterranean rescue

Armed men in speedboats abducted women and children from a sinking migrant dinghy in the Mediterranean Sea, Doctors Without Borders (MSF) reported Friday. The rubber dinghy, carrying 112 migrants, began deflating off Libya’s coast, prompting panic among those aboard. Dozens of men and boys jumped into the sea, where MSF’s rescue vessel, Geo Barents, intervened to

Mozambique post-election violence claims 73 lives

UN, rights groups condemn security forces’ use of force amid ongoing protests

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