Crowds in Liberia accuse Boakai of corruption

Liberians marched in the rain accusing President Boakai of corruption and failing to deliver on campaign promises amid economic hardship.

IOM denies involvement in deportations of migrants to Eswatini

The International Organization for Migration denies any role in recent migrant removals from the US to Eswatini.

France hands over final base in Senegal

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye declared last year that French garrisons were incompatible with Senegalese sovereignty

US deports five convicted migrants to Eswatini, DHS says

The flight carried nationals of Vietnam, Jamaica, Laos, Cuba and Yemen whose home countries “refused to take them back”

Greece seeks new maritime talks with Libya amid rising tensions

Greek Foreign Minister visits Libya to reopen talks on maritime borders and migration while opposing Turkish-Libyan maritime agreements.

Commonwealth lifts Gabon’s suspension after democratic election

Gabon rejoined the Commonwealth as its April vote met democratic standards and was seen as reflecting the people’s will.

Ethiopian forces arrest 82 Daesh suspects trained in Puntland

Authorities in Ethiopia launched coordinated raids across five regions, capturing 82 suspects with alleged terror ties and Somali-based training.

Burkina Faso junta frees four conscripted critics after months

Burkina Faso’s junta has released four critics who were abducted and conscripted to fight Islamist militants after publicly opposing the military regime.

Mali condemns Czech Republic for denying visas to U19 team

Mali’s government strongly protested the Czech Republic’s decision to block its U19 team from attending the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup.

Libyan forces rescue over 100 migrants from gang-run captivity

Libyan authorities freed migrants held captive by traffickers who demanded ransom and subjected them to abuse in eastern Libya.

Biya faces resignation calls and questions of fitness

President Paul Biya says he will run again, facing criticism over his age, leadership, and Cameroon’s worsening political and economic challenges.

Buhari’s body returns to Nigeria as tributes arrive from leaders

Former Nigerian leader Muhammadu Buhari will be buried in Daura as tributes pour in and his mixed legacy sparks reflection across the nation.

Buhari dies at 82 after shaping Nigeria’s politics

Nigeria’s former president Muhammadu Buhari passed away in London at 82, remembered for his stern leadership and controversial time in office.

Cameroon’s Biya joins 2025 race as opposition weakens

President Paul Biya has declared his candidacy for the October 2025 election, seeking an eighth term amid defections and a fragmented opposition.

Ramaphosa suspends police minister amid graft accusations

South Africa’s police minister Senzo Mchunu has been suspended amid bribery claims as the president vows to protect law enforcement integrity.

Guinea-Bissau’s Bijagos islands praised for ecosystems, heritage

UNESCO recognized the Bijagos Archipelago for its rare marine life, sacred sites, and cultural heritage in West Africa.

Firefighters battle fierce wildfires advancing through Libya’s oasis

Wildfires in Libya’s Alawenat Oasis spread quickly to homes as firefighting teams work nonstop with no government support reported so far.

Sudanese clubs chase CAF glory despite civil war

Despite civil war, Sudanese teams are competing for CAF slots in a mini-league held under army control in the northeast.

Liberia defends Boakai after Trump’s English comment sparks buzz

Liberia’s president took no offence at Trump’s English remark, with officials stressing respect and ties between the nations.

Nigeria rejects US bid to relocate Venezuelan deportees

The White House has not commented on the reported plan

Senegal halts boat, land group near Foundiougne

Senegalese navy intercepted 201 West African migrants on land and at sea in the Saloum delta, a growing launch point for dangerous Atlantic crossings.

Mali’s junta chief extends presidency in bold power move

General Goita extends his rule in Mali until at least 2030 through a new law that cancels elections and dissolves political parties.

Mediators see progress in Congo-M23 talks

Peace talks between Congo and M23 rebels are advancing in Qatar as mediators work to ease tensions and address issues missed in an earlier deal.

Trump shocked Liberian president speaks English

“Such good English. Where did you learn to speak so beautifully?” Trump said after Boakai praised U.S.–Liberian ties and urged American investment

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