In a key decision taken on Tuesday, the United Nations Security Council approved the extension of the African Union–led security mission in Somalia through 2026. […]
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DRC Violence Forces Thousands Into Burundi Camps as Humanitarian Crisis Deepens
Fresh fighting in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has pushed tens of thousands of people into overcrowded refugee camps in neighbouring Burundi, where aid groups […]
KENYA: Nairobi Approves Paid Period Leave for Female Workers, Sparks Debate
Nairobi County is drawing widespread attention after taking a bold and controversial step: female employees working for the county can now take two paid days […]
Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso Deepen Sahel Alliance at Bamako Summit
The Alliance of Sahel States has moved further toward regional self-rule as the military leaders of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso gathered in Bamako for […]
NIGERIA: Gunmen Kidnap 28 Travellers on Their Way to Islamic Gathering
At least 28 people heading to a yearly Islamic gathering in Nigeria’s Plateau State were kidnapped by armed men, local sources have confirmed. The victims, […]
RUSSIA: Car Bomb Explosion Kills Russian General in Moscow, Ukraine Suspected
A senior Russian military officer lost his life early Monday after an explosive device detonated under his vehicle, with investigators suggesting possible Ukrainian involvement.Reports from […]
Morocco Start AFCON in Style With 2–0 Win Over Comoros
Morocco began their Africa Cup of Nations journey on a high note, sealing a comfortable 2–0 win against Comoros after a dazzling opening ceremony.Away from […]
Sudan Calls for RSF to Be Declared Terror Group, Accuses UAE of Support
Sudan has urged the international community to officially designate the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) as a terrorist organization and to hold it responsible for […]
Zambia Increases Parliament Seats Ahead of Elections, Sparking Criticism
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has approved constitutional changes that significantly enlarge the size of parliament, a move that has sparked criticism just months ahead of […]
Ugandan Prison Officer Fired Over Political TikTok Posts
A Ugandan prison officer has lost his job after sharing political content on TikTok that criticised the government and senior officials, with authorities calling it […]