Africa

Idi Amin's grandson disqualified from Commonwealth boxing for headbutt

Aziz Abdul, grandson of former Ugandan president Idi Amin, accused Commonwealth officials of being unfair.

Ugandan opposition figure Besigye in ICU after court collapse: wife

Kizza Besigye, who collapsed while in court on Wednesday, had been admitted to an ICU at Mulago National Referral Hospital, his wife said.

At least nine civilians killed in RSF attack in Sudan's North Kordofan

At least nine civilians, including two women, were killed and 14 others injured in an attack by the Rapid Support Forces in North Kordofan state in western Sudan on Wednesday.

Drone hits gas storage tanker at Egypt's Mediterranean port

A drone has hit a US-owned gas storage tanker at Egypt's Mediterranean port of Damietta, maritime security firm Ambrey said on Wednesday.

List: 25 African cities where US visa applicants must apply elsewhere from August 1, 2026

In mid-July 2026, the US Department of State announced that it would discontinue visa-processing in 25 cities across Africa, with such services assigned to what Washington calls "regional hubs."

DRC audit finds pollution linked to French-British oil firm's operations, ministry says

A government audit into the operations of French-British oil company Perenco in DRC found it responsible for polluting the environment, preliminary findings by the government show.

Uganda still at risk from Ebola spread in DR Congo: WHO

Uganda remains at risk from the spread of Ebola in the neighbouring DRC, the WHO said on Wednesday.

Five people killed as suspected terrorists ambush police patrol in northern Kenya

Suspected terrorists ambushed a patrol in northeastern Kenya, killing five people, including four police officers.

Uganda hosts regional summit to discuss Somalia AU peace mission facing transition

The African Union mission has been making security gains against the Al Shabaab terrorist group in Somalia and its mandate is due to end in December 2026.

Ethiopian Airlines revenue jumps 20% as passenger numbers increase

Africa's biggest airline's financial performance was affected by the conflict in the Middle East and the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, state-run Ethiopia News Agency reports.

New 210-million-year-old dinosaur species found in Zimbabwe

The new species, named Musango matusadonaensis, was relatively lightly built, weighing an estimated 222 kilogrammes - about the weight of a fully grown pig.

Boeing planes linked to supplying weapons to RSF in Sudan conflict: UN experts

Boeing planes reportedly transported RSF fighters and mercenaries, as well as military equipment, including drones and weapons, according to a UN draft report.

At least 14 people killed in attack in Nigeria's Benue state, local officials say

At least 14 villagers were killed and several others injured in an attack in Nigeria's Benue state on Tuesday, a local official said.

Senegal offers 'unwavering support' as Mali battles terrorists

Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has offered "unwavering" security support to neighbouring Mali during his visit to Mali's President General Assimi Goita.

Nation Media Group resumes Uganda operations after army chief ordered closure

Nation Media Group said on Tuesday it had resumed operations in Uganda after being ordered to shut down in late June by Uganda's military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba.

South African army chief visits Moscow, agrees to strengthen military ties

Lieutenant General Lawrence Mbatha, the chief of the South African Army, held talks with Russian counterparts on Tuesday during a visit to Moscow.

S&P Global acquires majority stake in Nigerian ratings firm

S&P Global said on Tuesday that it had acquired a majority stake in Lagos-based credit ratings agency Agusto & Co. to expand its presence in Africa's domestic credit ratings market.

Algeria to reopen embassy in Somalia after four decades

Algeria's embassy has been closed since 1985, and the planned reopening comes more than a year after Somalia reopened its mission in Algiers.

Cameroon politics: Where is President Paul Biya?

The opposition has called for an official clarification on the whereabouts of President Paul Biya even after the ruling party said he was running the government while abroad.

Uganda's government declares country free of Ebola

Health Minister Chris Baryomunsi said no new Ebola cases had been detected.

Sudan leader Burhan tours strategic cities recaptured from paramilitary RSF

The army captured the cities of Bara, Jabrat al-Sheikh and Umm Sayala which are located along strategic routes connecting to the wester Darfur region.

Nigeria urges South Africa to do more against anti-migrant violence

Nigerian authorities say South African police appeared unwilling to protect foreign nationals, although Pretoria says it firmly opposes xenophobia.

WAFCON 2026: Tanzania shock South Africa in opener

Tanzania pulled off the first major upset of the tournament after predictable victories for Morocco and Algeria on Sunday.

Nigerian, South African officials hold talks in Abuja to address anti-migrant unrest

Nigerian and South African diplomats sat down in Abuja on Monday as "brothers" to address a series of anti-foreigner attacks in South Africa.