African nations seek climate support at COP29
They emphasized the disproportionate impact of climate change on African nations and the urgent need for global cooperation.
No relief for detained Malian opposition figures
Eleven opposition figures detained in Mali in June remain behind bars after a court rejected a request for their release.
Ramgoolam’s coalition wins landslide, secures 4th term in Mauritius
The ADC secured 60 out of 62 seats in the National Assembly, as reported by the Mauritius Broadcasting Corporation
Russian military presence grows in Equatorial Guinea
Sources familiar with the situation confirmed that Russian personnel are training elite guards in Equatorial Guinea’s two major cities, Malabo and Bata
CAR pleads for diamond trade freedom at KP meeting
The Central African Republic is lobbying the Kimberley Process to fully lift a decade-long diamond trade embargo.
Ghana’s supreme court reinstates ruling party’s majority
The decision followed a petition from NPP caucus leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who sought to reverse Speaker Alban Bagbin’s ruling
Two Ugandan TikTokers arrested for insulting president, first family
Both men face charges of hate speech and disseminating malicious information, alongside a third suspect, Julius Tayebwa (19), who was previously remanded in connection with the same charges
Nigeria’s food crisis worsens, millions at risk
The UN’s World Food Program has warned that 33 million people in Nigeria are at risk of acute food insecurity in 2025.
Jailed journalist Dawit Isaak wins rights award after 23 years
Isaak, co-founder of Setit, Eritrea’s first independent newspaper, was detained in 2001 following the publication of articles advocating for democratic reforms
Chad approves Starlink license to expand internet access
According to World Bank data, only 12% of Chad’s population had internet access in 2022
Mozambican police seize 573 kg of cocaine from Indian vessel
International drug traffickers have continued to use southern African nation to transit drugs to different parts of the world, according to spokesperson for criminal investigation service
Deadly road accident shocks Ivory Coast
A horrific road crash in Ivory Coast has left 21 people dead and 10 injured. The accident highlights the ongoing road safety crisis in the country.
Ghana’s Mahama leads poll ahead of December’s election
A new opinion poll predicts John Dramani Mahama to win Ghana’s December election, leading Bawumia by 10.7%.
WHO: Mpox cases stabilize in DR Congo, but threat persists
The virus continues to spread in other African countries, particularly Burundi and Uganda.
Spanish authorities report an 80% rise in migrant arrivals in 2024
Irregular migration to Spain continues to rise, with 32,000 arrivals recorded in 2024, marking an 80% increase from last year.
Understanding Nigeria’s new insurgent threat: The Lakurawa group
Linked to Islamic State, the Lakurawa group operates in Nigeria’s Kebbi and Sokoto states, according to the military
Moroccan journalist gets 18-month prison sentence for defamation
Khadija Riadi from the Moroccan human rights group AMDH highlighted that Mahdaoui was sentenced under the penal code, which allows prison terms
Africa’s giraffes: Giants of the savanna at risk
Despite their iconic status, giraffe populations face significant threats due to habitat loss
Somaliland preps for presidential election amid tensions
Somaliland is holding a presidential election amidst a diplomatic dispute with Somalia and Ethiopia over a coastal lease deal that could impact regional stability.
Burkina Faso military investigates shocking machete video
Although some of the men in the video are seen in military fatigues, there is no further information about their identities, nor where or when the incident occurred
Trump faces diplomatic hurdles amid Africa-China alliances
The US is losing influence in Africa, leaving the Trump administration to address diplomatic gaps amid China and Russia’s expanding presence.
3 executives of Australian gold miner arrested in Mali
Resolute Mining Ltd. owns 80% of shares in Syama gold mine in country’s southwest
Mauritius PM concedes possible election defeat
The winning party or coalition that secures a majority in parliament will claim the prime ministership
Somali cabinet dismisses army chief, reinstates predecessor
Maj. Gen. Rageh was appointed to ‘speed up the defense of the country and eliminate’ al-Shabaab, Prime Minister’s office says
