Russian mercenary groups Wagner and Africa Corps created resentment, caused security lapses, and failed to secure mining gains in Mali.

Tanzania’s electoral commission disqualified opposition candidate Luhaga Mpina ahead of October polls, drawing criticism over threats to democratic integrity.

South African opposition leader Julius Malema was found guilty of hate speech for race-fueled comments made at a 2022 political rally.

Ibtissame Lachgar remains in detention after Moroccan court denies bail despite her critical health and upcoming cancer surgery.

Kagame and Chapo sealed a security pact as attacks escalate in Mozambique’s north where gas projects face renewed disruption.

Rosatom courts Niger with a nuclear plant as Paris ties unravel—promises vs. security & cost risks

UNHCR confirms Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda start refugee repatriations with calls to ensure all returns are voluntary and safe under international principles

Niger’s junta announced Europeans must now apply for visas in Geneva Ankara or Moscow in response to difficulties faced by Nigeriens.

Africa launches a cholera response plan to save lives and secure vaccines across its 54 member states by 2030.

A train derailed in northern Nigeria on Tuesday injuring seven people as emergency teams responded to the site and hospitals received the wounded.

Four villagers were killed and another went missing in northern Ivory Coast after armed men attacked near the Burkina Faso border.

Africa’s millionaire population is projected to grow sharply with South Africa leading and wealthy Africans seeking global mobility options

JNIM pushes toward Bamako, sparking fresh displacement as Mali’s army reports heavy losses and aid dwindles

A breakaway Somali opposition faction has signed an electoral deal with President Mohamud to advance one-person one-vote elections.

Libya’s al-Menfi met with US envoy Berndt to discuss reviving the political transition, advancing national elections, and strengthening governance.

The Catholic Church in Mozambique urges urgent humanitarian aid as children face abduction and displacement in Cabo Delgado conflict.

Mali activist Clement Dembele faces continued detention despite court dismissal of false charges according to UN human rights experts.

Egypt hosts Bright Star 2025 with 43 nations including the us in one of the Middle East’s largest multinational military exercises.

A large forest fire in chefchaouen province has consumed 180 hectares since Thursday as Moroccan crews continue efforts with no casualties reported.

Chinese fugitive gang boss captured in Nigeria and extradited under international police cooperation to face justice.

Air strike on Pauwa Hill frees 76 hostages in Katsina amid manhunt for Babaro; one child died

South African leader Ramaphosa appeals for urgent Ukraine-Russia dialogue, emphasising trilateral talks with the United States to move toward peace.

Libya held elections in seven northwest municipalities after a delay, with the UN urging peaceful acceptance of results and wider participation.

Immigration officials said Kilmar Abrego Garcia will be deported to Uganda after he declined an offer of deportation to Costa Rica in exchange for jail time.