Nigerian miners 'could not breathe' in detention before dozens died
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has ordered an investigation into the mass deaths in a crowded cell.
Trump signs Russia sanctions bill: China and India face possible 100% tariffs
Trump signs Graham Act expanding Russia sanctions and authorising up to 100% tariffs on major buyers of Russian oil and gas.
Namibia is expected fund its own its own HIV programs after the 2027 fiscal year, with US only providing “technical cooperation," both countries said
Massad Boulos said Washington is also pushing for a comprehensive peace plan to ensure the warring parties meet their humanitarian obligations.
The triumph made Cameroon only the fourth nation to win the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, joining Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea and South Africa.
More than 26 million people were infected with malaria in DRC in 2025, according to official data released on Saturday.
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan urges all Sudanese to return to country.
The death toll from the powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake that struck Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture has risen to 13, while dozens remain injured amid widespread destruction.
At least 14 villagers were killed and several others injured in an attack in Nigeria's Benue state on Tuesday, a local official said.
Health Minister Chris Baryomunsi said no new Ebola cases had been detected.
Malawi has completed the installation of Southern Africa's only utility-scale battery storage system outside South Africa and Namibia.
Diplomatic tensions between Kenya and Somalia have deepened after Kenyan authorities allegedly denied entry to another senior Somali government official on Monday.
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa called on Monday for African countries to work together to manage migration, as his government faces mounting pressure over attacks on foreign nationals.
Sulemana Abdul Samed, widely regarded as Ghana's tallest person, has died aged 32, the state broadcaster, Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), reported on Monday.
Joint Force says Sudanese army and allied units also seized 54 combat vehicles during operations in the strategic state of North Kordofan.
The programme has long divided public opinion, with questions raised on its effectiveness in encouraging defections within terror groups.
Ten specially designed Togg T10X limousines to transport heads of state and government along designated protocol routes during the 36th NATO summit in Ankara
U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Ankara on Tuesday for an official visit to Türkiye ahead of the NATO Summit. His aircraft landed at Ankara Airport at 1:50 p.m. local time, where he was welcomed by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan with an officia
Fidan says Türkiye has a central role in European security and urges broader NATO defence cooperation beyond the EU.
UK travellers are being urged to prepare for the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES), as longer border checks have caused delays and missed flights at some airports. Experts recommend arriving at the correct time, signing up for travel alerts, and under
Dozens killed drinking Nigeria homemade alcohol at traditional ceremonies
Authorities suspect the deaths may have been caused by methanol poisoning from a locally brewed gin traced to two traditional ceremonies.
From five babies to a fight for survival: Africa’s multiple-birth challenge
Multiple births can turn the joy of a pregnancy into a high-risk medical journey, with the dangers rising as the number of babies increases. But are African health systems prepared when multiple pregnancies turn into medical emergencies?
US deportees struggle to rebuild lives in unfamiliar Cameroon
The Trump administration has defended the policy, arguing US law does not prevent their deportation to third countries.
Türkiye approves defence industry cooperation agreement with Brazil
The deal creates a legal framework for joint defence projects, technology transfers and reciprocal procurement between Ankara and Brasilia.
Casualties recorded as Kenyan flying school aircraft crashes
Images obtained by local media and circulated on social media showed the aircraft's wreckage scattered across a dry, open field.
Nigeria suspends state defence corps commander after deaths of miners in custody
Reuters filmed 33 bodies in a ward at the General Hospital in Minna on Thursday, after they were found dead in the custody.
Malawi reveals kidnappers killed during British woman rescue operation
Authorities had offered a reward of about $17,000 for information leading to Osman’s rescue.
Instead of questioning whether or not Somalia should be working with Türkiye, Gulf States, and Western Countries, the question should be, are these countries helping to further the national interests of Somalia?
Clashes kill 26 in disputed Sudan-South Sudan border region
The UN force has stepped up its presence in and around the area.
South Africa offers $24.600 reward for information on elusive woman killer
President Cyril Ramaphosa declared the killing of nine women in two months a national crisis.
Nigeria launches probe after 37 illegal miners die in custody
Niger State declared three days of mourning and postponed the start of campaigning for elections due in January.
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