Africa

DR Congo agrees to a ceasefire with M23 rebels in major breakthrough

Congolese president’s office says DR Congo wants a peaceful solution to the conflict, although there has been no immediate reaction from the M23 rebel group.

African leaders descend on Ethiopia for summit amid tough times

African leaders meet as the shadow of US President Donald Trump and his administration's radical policies looms large.

Uganda mourns bush war figure and army general Sande

Major General Deus Sande was the Commander of the Armoured Division of the Uganda People's Defence Forces, UPDF.

Africa Cup of Nations finals could be expanded to 28 teams: CAF president

CAF President Patrice Motsepe confirms plans to increase the finals to 28 teams, without setting a definite date for the change.

War crimes committed in Al Fasher's fall to Sudan RSF paramilitary: UN

UN human rights body says it documented more than 6,000 killings in the first three days of the RSF offensive on Al Fasher after the siege.

African Union welcomes DRC ceasefire mechanism

The AU-led mediation process was headed by Togolese President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbe.

Nigerian racing star Ugochukwu takes major step toward F1

At just 18, Ugochukwu says he wants to prove he belongs among the brightest young talents climbing the global motorsport ladder.

African Union reiterates support for Somalia unity, condemns meddling in Sudan

AU’s Peace and Security Council rejects Somaliland recognition, urges ceasefire and dialogue in Sudan

South Africa to deploy army to tackle gang violence

President Cyril Ramaphosa terms organised crime as the most immediate threat to South Africa's democracy and economic development.

Six countries join African Union Security Council

Members are chosen on the basis of equitable regional representation and serve either two- or three-year terms.

Nigeria probes Arik plane's mid-air engine 'bang'

Investigators have been deployed to Benin to secure the aircraft and begin evidence collection.

Libya grants first post-Gaddafi foreign oil licences

Libya currently produces around 1.5 million barrels a day, sitting on Africa's largest oil reserves, estimated at 48.4 billion barrels.

At least nine killed after tropical cyclone Gezani slams into Madagascar

Residents described scenes of chaos as the cyclone made landfall.

Qatar sends humanitarian aid to Sudan

Qatar says the humanitarian aid is expected to help in boosting healthcare services in Sudan.

Children killed in RSF drone strike on mosque in Sudan's Kordofan

Targeting children inside mosques "represents a dangerous escalation in the pattern of repeated violations against civilians," the Sudan Doctors Network says.

Somalia elected to Africa Union security council for first time

Officials said winning the seat reflects Somalia’s renewed engagement with continental diplomacy after decades of conflict and political instability.

US deploys troops to train Nigerian forces in fight against terrorism

US military says it will supply intelligence for Nigerian air strikes and work to expedite arms purchases.

Nigerian lawmakers approve live publication of election results after backlash

Experts say public trust in the election process would improve if the country's polling units were forced to publish their results instantaneously.

Zimbabwe cabinet approves law changes that would extend president's term

The changes, which still need to be presented to parliament, include extending the presidential term from five to seven years

Russia-Ukraine war: Kenya deplores citizens used as 'cannon fodder'

Kenya Foreign Minister Musalia Mudavadi has said he would travel to Moscow for talks aimed at "conclusively resolving the matter and identifying sustainable solutions".

Somalia reports killing of key ally of Al Shabab leader Ahmed Diriye

Terrorist leader Mohamed Sahal Idle was targeted in security operation in Al Shabab-held region of Middle Juba, authorities said.

Five killed in Libya medical helicopter crash

The aircraft went down at Al-Sarra base after a medical evacuation mission from Kufra.

Babies among dozens killed in migrant boat accident off Libyan coast

The agency warned that human trafficking and migrant smuggling networks continue to exploit vulnerable people.

Somali citizens build new house for former President Farmaajo

The initiative was launched in June 2022, with the masses, both living in Somalia and the diaspora, raising about $300,000.