US backs UNSC reform for two African permanent seats
US has called for major reform of the UN Security Council, proposing two permanent seats for African nations and a new rotating seat for small developing island states, without expanding veto power.
Egypt confirms progress in Gaza ceasefire talks in Doha
Serious discussions in Gaza cease-fire talks held in Doha leave hope for an end to the months-long war according to Egypt.
Experienced Russian Wagner fighters fall in Mali clashes
Experienced Wagner mercenaries, including former Russian soldiers, face deadly defeat in Mali amid desert sandstorm and rebel ambus.
Turkish FM attends Arab League summit, discusses Gaza
At the Arab League Council summit in Cairo, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discussed future relations with the EU and addressed the Gaza crisis with key Middle Eastern officials.
WHO condemns Israeli strike on Gaza’s safe zone, calls for truce
Tedros Adhanom condemns Israeli military attack on Gaza’s displaced civilians calls for urgent ceasefire.
US, EU donate vaccines to help DRC combat mpox
The United States and European Union have donated vaccines to the Democratic Republic of Congo to help the country fight the mpox outbreak.
Australia considers ban on children using social media platforms
Prime Minister Albanese’s government set to introduce minimum age for social media access
Israel to put pressure on US to make S Africa to drop Gaza case
The US Congress may influence South Africa to drop the case against Israel at the ICJ.
Hungary sends troops to Chad, bucking Western trend
Orban’s Africa ambitions take center stage as Hungary plans to send troops to Chad, a country grappling with terrorism and migration.
US condemns Tanzanian opposition figure killing, demands justice
A Tanzanian opposition figure was killed after being abducted by suspected security agents, sparking concerns about a return to political repression in the country.
UN mulls taking over Haiti security mission
The US and Ecuador propose a UN peacekeeping force to address Haiti’s ongoing gang violence and replace the Kenya-led mission.
Africa CDC and WHO launch joint mpox response plan
Africa CDC and WHO have launched a joint response plan to the mpox outbreak in Africa, with a budget of US$600 million.
US agencies recoup $1.3B in unpaid taxes from wealthy individuals
Nearly 80% of 1,600 millionaires with delinquent tax debt made payment, leading to over $1.1B recovered, says Treasury Department
Egyptian military leader assesses Gaza border as tensions escalate
Egypt’s military leader, Ahmed Fathy Khalifa, inspected border security with Gaza as Netanyahu’s claims of weapons smuggling through Egypt.
US high school shooting leaves four dead, nine injured
A tragic incident unfolded at a Georgia school as a 14-year-old student opened fire, killing four people and wounding nine others.
WHO sounds alarm over rising cholera cases, deaths
The WHO reports a 13% increase in global cholera cases and a 71% rise in deaths compared to the previous year.
Xi vows stronger China-Libya ties
At the FOCAC summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping assures Libya of China’s support for its stability and development.
African leaders in Beijing as China seeks to expand exports
China will push African nations at an upcoming summit to increase imports of its goods, especially green technologies, before Western export restrictions take effect.
Belt and Road to focus on HQ cooperation at China summit
China pledges to strengthen its Belt and Road initiative with high-quality cooperation, particularly in Africa, ahead of a summit with African leaders in Beijing.
Germany ends military presence in coup-ridden Niger
Germany’s military presence in Niger has come to an end as the country’s junta-run government refused to extend the agreement allowing German troops to operate there.
Russian paramilitary unit withdraws from Burkina Faso
Ukraine’s cross-border attack has forced Russia to recall its mercenaries from Burkina Faso, disrupting their operations in the West African country.
Humanitarian pauses agreed for Gaza polio campaign
The WHO has secured humanitarian pauses during a polio vaccination campaign set to begin in the Gaza Strip.
Namibia revokes permit for ship carrying Israeli military cargo
The decision comes after it was revealed that the ship was transporting RDX hexogen and TNT.
Spain, Mauritania, Gambia partner against people smuggling
Spain strengthens ties with West Africa to combat illegal migration and promote legal pathways for migrants.