Africa

US sending $2.5m to Gambia from sale of ex-president Jammeh's mansion

The funds will be used to compensate victims of Yahya Jammeh's regime, the US justice department said.

Sudan army kills RSF fighters, destroys nine vehicles in Blue Nile

Army says a preemptive operation south of Al-Keili was based on intelligence, the RSF has not commented on the claim.

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 med

US lifts sanctions on Eritrean military in diplomatic reset

US removes sanctions on Eritrean Defense Forces, Treasury website shows, amid renewed focus on the Red Sea where Eritrea's coastline is opposite Saudi Arabia.

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.

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.

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.

Malawi police rescue kidnapped British woman

The head of Malawi's police said Nusrat Osman was now safe after she was abducted on September 11 in a neighbourhood of the southern city of Blantyre.

Sudan's army 'makes advances' in North, South Kordofan after clashes with RSF

The army captured Al-Farshaya, Al-Mamsouka in South Kordofan and Sharshar in North Kordofan after clashes with RSF, military sources told Anadolu.

Guinea bans French broadcaster over description of President Doumbouya

The country's media regulator said France 24's remarks were deemed to undermine the dignity of the head of state.

President Ramaphosa and his deputy are ill: Who governs South Africa?

President Cyril Ramaphosa has asked "respective ministers" to represent him at scheduled events "where possible".

South Africa races to find killer as ninth woman's body is found

Police have imposed a lockdown in Kempton Park and officers mounted roadblocks after three partially naked bodies were found.

Linda Mwananchi: The movement shaking up Kenyan politics

Linda Mwananchi, meaning “Protect the Citizen” in Swahili, is a prominent movement in Kenya led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, a 44-year-old lawyer who has become a rising opposition figure.

Kenya police boss found in contempt of court over Gen Z protests barricades

The judge directed Kanja to appear before the High Court on September 22, 2026.

Gambian businesses groan under prolonged blackouts

The outages which have sometimes lasted 12 to 48 hours have plunged those living in the deeply impoverished country into steaming darkness at night.

Overnight flash floods trigger El Niño warnings in Somalia's Mogadishu

The Somali Disaster Management Agency Director Khadar Sheikh Mohamed said the disaster agency had already placed 29 districts across 14 regions on high alert.

Mbappe clarifies refusal to wear Ceuta shirt is for 'suffering' Moroccan migrants

Football stars Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Ibrahima Konate were criticised for wearing the t-shirt partially rolled up.

South Africa launches manhunt for killers of sports presenter Owen Ndlovu

Ndlovu was popular for his work in sports broadcasting and music rights advocacy.

UN chief Guterres calls for countries fueling Sudan's war to be held accountable

Antonio Guterres says the conflict is being fueled by a number of countries from the outside who are providing weapons that are used to attack civilians.

South Africa's President Ramaphosa booked off sick after BRICS summit

The president has asked cabinet ministers to represent him at scheduled public events, while deputy president, Paul Mashatile, is also resting on the advice of his doctors.