Africa

UN urges progress toward inclusive political process in Sudan

UN envoy Haavisto arrived in Sudan for talks with relevant parties on de-escalation and civilian protection.

Cabo Verde declares national mourning after children killed in bus crash

Emergency personnel worked through the night to rescue victims trapped in the wreckage

Sierra Leone ex-president Koroma returns home after treason case dropped

Sierra Leone's justice ministry said it had dropped the charges against him, without giving a reason.

Liberia's drug case: Detained former VP Howard-Taylor moved to house arrest

The former Liberian vice-president was placed in pre-trial detention last week.

US phases out $45m HIV funding for Namibia

Namibia is expected fund its own its own HIV programs after the 2027 fiscal year, with US only providing “technical cooperation," both countries said

Sierra Leone ex-president to return home after charges over coup attempt dropped

Ernest Bai Koroma was cleared in July after the justice ministry said it had dropped the charges against him, without giving a reason.

Niger blames France for failed military mutiny

Niger's Council of Ministers concluded that the attack had been incited by a vast network of accomplices led by France, according to the statement.

US presses for humanitarian truce, unhindered aid access in Sudan: Trump adviser

Massad Boulos said Washington is also pushing for a comprehensive peace plan to ensure the warring parties meet their humanitarian obligations.

UN votes to adopt world map that shows Africa’s true size

The resolution promotes the Equal Earth projection, which more accurately portrays the size of the continents.

Sudan, Eritrea leaders discuss strengthening ties in Asmara meeting

The talks in Asmara focused on cooperation, coordination as well as regional and international issues.

South Africa data centers boom faces backlash amid water, power concerns

South Africa has invited tech companies to build digital infrastructure in the country, but campaigners have raised the alarm about the lack of transparency around the projects.

France to abandon Mercator map projection that distorts size of Africa

The Mercator projection gives too much prominence to Russia, the United States and Greenland at the expense of Africa and southeast Asia, Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barr

King Oyo Nyimba: Body of world's youngest king returns to Uganda for burial

King Oyo Nyimba's body arrived aboard a chartered flight at the country's main airport where President Yoweri Museveni was among dignitaries waiting to receive it.

Why Uganda should revisit the Gaza deployment plan

Uganda has committed approximately 1,200 personnel to a proposed 20,000-strong, US-led force commanded by US Major General Jasper Jeffers.

President Ruto orders India's Tata Chemicals to leave Kenya

Ruto says government will bring in new investors to take over soda ash operations at Lake Magadi following a dispute involving one of Kenya's largest mineral exporters.

Return of DRC's urban train brings gridlock relief in Kinshasa

The Kinshasa rail service offers an escape for residents who are otherwise forced to spend hours in monster traffic jams.

UN report fingers foreign networks fueling war in Sudan

The investigators called for the UN Security Council to extend its arms embargo on Sudan.

Trump picks Nigerian opposition candidate Atiku's lobbyist for White House role

Karl Von Batten's works in a US lobbying firm is actively pushing against President Bola Tinubu, who is seeking re-election in January.

Uganda names its crude oil 'Pearl Sweet' ahead of first exports

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni said the oil and gas resources will lead to economic transformation.

RSF attack on UN aid convoy in Sudan's South Kordofan kills one, injures two

The convoy was carrying humanitarian assistance for more than 5,000 civilians in Kadugli, a local medical group says.

Uber pulls out of Nigeria and Uganda with immediate effect

The exit from Nigeria and Uganda is part of a global restructure after a review of its business, Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said.

Sudan army chief Burhan inspects combat readiness in Blue Nile battlefront

Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's visit comes amid escalating clashes between army and the Rapid Support Forces in Blue Nile State.

Kenya orders closure of small-scale businesses owned by foreigners

Ruto said the government would push ahead with legislation aimed at defining areas of economic activity that should prioritise Kenyan citizens.

South Africa says viral low-flying planes during rugby game 'under review'

The airline company strongly rejected claims that it had been reckless.