Africa

DRC army launches airstrikes on M23 rebel positions

The DRC's military has launched airstrikes on the rebel positions in Masisi and Walikale territories in the eastern province of North Kivu, according to UN radio.

At least 48 people killed in clashes between army and armed group in South Sudan's northeast

At least 48 people were killed and more than 152 injured in clashes between South Sudan’s army and opposition forces in a northeastern border town, local media reported on Sunday.

Malawi's ex-President Mutharika takes early lead in election

Malawi's former President Peter Mutharika has taken an early lead in this week's election, in which he faced off for the fourth time against incumbent Lazarus Chakwera.

Kenya's Lilian Odira upsets Hodgkinson to win world 800m gold

Kenya's Lilian Odira overhauled Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson to win the women's 800 metres title at the world championships in Tokyo on Sunday.

Guinea votes in referendum for return to civilian rule

Interim leader Mamady Doumbouya has not said whether he will stand for election after the referendum on a new constitution.

Israel reportedly asks US to pressure Egypt to reduce military build-up in Sinai

Israel says the build-up in Sinai could be used for offensive purposes, saying that Egypt hasn't provided a reasonable explanation, although Tel Aviv didn't present evidence for its claims.

World championships: Kenya's Wanyonyi, Chebet deliver for Africa

Emmanuel Wanyonyi and Beatrice Chebet made it a memorable night for Kenya at the world championships.

South Sudan former vice-president Machar 'ready' for murder and treason trial

Riek Machar would attend the "special court" for the first sitting on Monday following a summons, his lawyer.

Guinea-Bissau opposition leader returns from exile to contest presidency

Domingos Simoes Pereira announced on social media that he intends to run for the presidency on November 23 and wanted to meet the deadline to submit his application.

Somali boxing star Ramli Ali awarded presidential honour

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud praised Ramla Ali as a national symbol of hope, unity and pride.

Malawi election workers arrested over alleged tampering in vote count

Police said eight election data entry clerks had been arrested around the capital, Lilongwe, suspected of "manipulating data".

Thousands flee to Cameroon after Nigeria terrorist attack

The terrorists attacked two towns in Nigeria's Borno state, leading to clashes with security forces.

Malian diplomats expelled from France over arrest of suspected French spy

Two staff members from the Malian embassy and consulate in Paris have been declared persona non grata.

Somalia sports minister hosts boxing star Ramla Ali

Ramla Ali arrived in the country on Sunday and seeks to use her visit to inspire Somali youth, especially girls, and to strengthen her ties to her homeland.

Malawi awaits election results after rivals claim victory

Malawi Electoral Commission said it had counted more than 99% of the votes but had not declared any results.

How Somali solidarity kitchen feeds hundreds in Gaza amid conflict

Since July 29, 2025, Somali volunteers and organisers have been serving meals daily in Gaza for 50 consecutive days.

Sudan war: RSF attack on Mosque in Darfur kills dozens

El Fasher has been at the epicentre of fighting for over a year between the Sudan;s army and the RSF.

US man charged for threatening Ugandan-born mayoral candidate Mamdani

Jeremy Fistel, 44, left a series of violent, anti-Muslim messages targeting Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, prompting NYPD security detail.

West African migrants stuck in Ghana after US deportation

The deportees have asked a Ghanaian High Court to order their immediate release from detention and prevent the Ghanaian authorities from deporting them to their home countries.

DRC President Tshisekedi meets South Africa's Ramaphosa after snubbing forum with M23 rebels

The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo skipped peace conference by former South African President Thabo Mbeki’s foundation, where M23 rebels were present

Algeria warns UN Security Council risks 'third failure' akin to Rwanda, Bosnia genocides

Algeria's UN envoy, Amar Bendjama, citing mass atrocities in Rwanda (1994) and Bosnia (1995), warns the UN Security Council risks a third genocide prevention failure.

UN genocide report 'stark confirmation' of South Africa's ICJ case against Israel: Pretoria

South Africa said says the UN report confirming Israeli forces committed genocide is a “stark confirmation of the very dire situation” in Palestine that prompted the country to file a genocide case against Israel at the

Nigeria leads continent-wide push for unified oil regulations

African petroleum regulators, led by Nigeria, have launched a continental forum aimed at harmonising oil regulation in a bid to attract crucial investment.

Botswana's Busang Kebinatshipi takes gold in 400m in Tokyo

Botswana sensation Busang Collen Kebinatshipi made history on Thursday as his country’s first-ever men's world champion in the 400 metres at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.