Islamic State claims church massacre in eastern Congo, at least 43 killed

In a statement on its Telegram channel, Islamic State said its fighters killed around 45 people and set fire to dozens of homes and shops during the attack

Nigerian river ferry capsizes killing 13 including children, farmers

At least 13 people died in a river ferry accident in Nigeria over the weekend, with 26 rescued from a vessel carrying grains and livestock.

Ghana records first mpox death as cases surge across West Africa

The West African nation of Ghana has recorded its first Mpox fatality alongside 23 new cases, raising concern among health officials.

Deadly ADF raid strikes prayer group in heart of northeastern DRC

At least 43 civilians were killed in a surprise overnight attack by ADF militants on a prayer group in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ituri province.

CAR leader readies for contested third term

Central African Republic president Touadera will run for a third term in December elections despite opposition calls for political dialogue.

Libya detains 1,500 migrants near Tripoli

A raid east of Tripoli uncovered unregulated migrant housing with no permits or health records for hundreds of workers.

Over 600 malnourished children die in Nigeria amid aid collapse

MSF reports a deadly surge in child malnutrition in Nigeria’s north amid severe foreign aid cuts and growing insecurity.

EU and Macron urge junta to free Niger’s ousted president Bazoum

France and the EU urged the Nigerien junta to release ousted president Mohamed Bazoum who remains detained with his wife since the 2023 coup.

US pauses all routine visa services at Niamey embassy

Visa processing for immigrant and non-immigrant categories is paused in Niger amid diplomatic tensions with the U.S. government.

Algeria reciprocates by cutting France’s diplomatic privileges

Algeria withdrew privileged access cards from the French Embassy to its ports and airports in response to France’s diplomatic restrictions.

FIFA opens first North African office in Morocco ahead of 2030 Cup

FIFA inaugurated its first North African regional office in Morocco as the country prepares to co-host the 2030 World Cup with Spain and Portugal.

Tanzania plans October polls amid opposition trial

Tanzania will hold general elections on October 29 despite the main opposition’s disqualification and the trial of its leader for treason.

Dozens of Moroccan children swim to Ceuta through fog, rough sea

Spanish authorities rescued dozens of migrants including children who swam to Ceuta from Morocco under dangerous sea and weather conditions.

Cameroon bars opposition leader Kamto from election

Maurice Kamto, a key critic of President Paul Biya, has been excluded from Cameroon’s upcoming presidential race by the electoral authority.

Senegal imposes night motorbike ban after militant attacks in Mali

Senegal bans night motorbike use in its eastern region after jihadist attacks near the Mali border raise regional security concerns.

Ex-president Kabila’s trial opens in DRC

Former DR Congo president Joseph Kabila will go on trial in Kinshasa for treason, homicide, and war crimes linked to his alleged support for the M23 militia.

Kagame sacks PM, elevates banker Nsengiyumva

Paul Kagame appoints National Bank vice governor Justin Nsengiyumva as new premier

Togo erupts as Gnassingbé entrenches power with new constitution

Faure Gnassingbé, 59, who has ruled since 2005 after succeeding his father, ceded the now largely ceremonial presidency in May and was installed as prime minister

Congo park rangers killed in crash while monitoring Virunga reserve

Two park wardens died when their surveillance plane crashed in Congo’s Virunga National Park during a safety mission near the Ishango region.

Gambians protest in Banjul demanding justice and accountability

Gambians marched to demand accountability and justice for corruption cases including child deaths, oil deals, and Covid-19 fund misuse.

South Africa’s budget wins support after months of tension

South Africa’s parliament approved the national budget after ANC and DA reached a compromise following months of coalition disputes.

Burkina Faso frees two journalists held under anti-terror laws

Burkina Faso’s junta has freed two journalists detained during a press crackdown, though others remain forcibly enlisted in the fight against insurgents.

Minibus and truck collide in Zimbabwe, killing 17 in tragic crash

Seventeen people, including pedestrians, died in a head-on collision involving a minibus and a truck near Harare, according to Zimbabwean police.

France calls for stronger African role in UNSC

France supports UN reform to give Africa a greater voice and calls for stronger multilateral action in conflicts like Gaza Ukraine and Sudan.

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