Leader of al-Qaeda-linked group in Sahel announces new Jihad phase against juntas

In the 22-minute video, Ag Ghaly urged local Muslims to support his fighters against the “treacherous governments” of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger and the Russian paramilitary group Wagner.

Kenyan minister issues ‘rare’ apology after blackout plunges main airport terminal into darkness

As per reports, the power went off across several parts of Kenya at around 9:45 pm (local time) on Friday.

Cape town taxi strike: At least 2 killed, 3 injured amid clashes; UK and Australia issue travel warnings

At least two people were allegedly shot dead in separate incidents during the taxi strike in Cape Town on Monday morning, said the police.

Ethiopia declares state of emergency after clashes in Amhara region

Earlier this week, fighting broke out across Ethiopia’s second most populous region prompting the regional government on Thursday to request additional help from federal authorities to reimpose…

Putin reviews Russian warships and nuclear subs, says navy to receive 30 new vessels this year

The event took place amid Russia’s ongoing “special military operation” in Ukraine while Moscow also claimed to have downed three Ukrainian drones in the Russian capital city early on Sunday.

Gabon releases tender for Africa’s first 'debt-for-nature swap': What is it?

Debt-for-nature swap is when creditors provide debt relief for developing countries who commit to taking steps towards the conservation of the environment, like decarbonizing the economy,…

Algeria: Over 30 killed, thousands evacuated after wildfires spread across multiple provinces

According to the country’s interior ministry, 97 wildfires were reported across Algeria’s 16 provinces which affected forests, crops and farmland.

Death toll in Cameroon building collapse rises to 33, rescue efforts underway

According to officials, the collapse took place around 1:00 am (local time) in the north of the city. The incident occurred in Douala, in the western Littoral region of Cameroon which is also the…

Kenya: Protesters clash with police as three-day protest over tax hikes begins; over 300 arrested

“More than 300 people have been arrested across the country and will be charged with various crimes, including looting, malicious damage of property, arson, robbery with violence, assaulting law…

Sudanese army representatives arrive in Jeddah to resume talks with RSF: Reports

Since the beginning of the conflict, multiple ceasefires have been violated, while both army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan Daglo have blamed each other for it. 

EU to give Tunisia over $1 billion to combat trafficking, support economy: Report

The so-called “macro-financial assistance” package was announced last month, with $1 billion (900 million euros) directed towards helping Tunisia’s economy.

In pics | Johannesburg residents left stunned and amazed by once-in-a-decade snowfall

Search continues for missing fishing vessel carrying 200 migrants, suspected boat turns out to be different

After further investigation, the rescue team discovered 86 individuals on board. The officials said that they need to make additional inquiries to determine the origin of the newly-found boat. The…

Kenyan police fire tear gas to stop opposition protests over tax hikes, dozens arrested

According to local media reports, the protests that began at around 9:00 am (local time), on Friday called for by the opposition leader Raila Odinga, gained momentum across the country by…

WHO announces end of deadly Marburg virus outbreak in Equatorial Guinea

In a statement, the WHO said, “The outbreak of Marburg Virus Disease in Equatorial Guinea ended today, with no new cases reported over the past 42 days after the last patient was discharged from…

Sudan: Shelling, looting continue as fighting worsens after ceasefire expires; US imposes sanctions

As of Monday morning, Reuters citing residents, reported shelling in western areas of the Sundanese capital city of Khartoum after the rival military factions fought through the night.

Senegal opposition leader Ousmane Sonko sentenced to two years in prison, verdict sparks protests

The verdict has since sparked protests, reported Reuters, as violence erupted at a central university campus where demonstrators set a car on fire and threw rocks at riot police, who retaliated…

Zimbabwe to hold general elections in August; summons US ambassador over ‘meddling’ tweets

The 80-year-old incumbent is already facing allegations of violence and intimidation by the opposition, while human rights groups have said that the Zimbabwe president is silencing criticism. …

Explained | Uganda enacts harsh anti-LGBTQ law, includes death penalty for ‘aggravated homosexuality’

According to the new law, the death penalty for “aggravated homosexuality” includes sex with a minor, people who are HIV positive, and incest. LGBTQ rights activists have called the legislation …

'Nigerians have chosen well': President Muhammudu Buhari hails successor Tinubu

Nigeria elections: President Muhammadu Buhari first came to office in 2015 after promising an elevated economy and an end to corruption and insecurity in Nigeria.