Africa

Nigeria approves 145 new oil drilling wells in 2026

Authorities said Nigeria had more than 100 drilling rigs, with 46 active this year, up more than 300% from 2021 levels.

Burundi opposition parties back second term for President Ndayishimiye

The opposition parties cited President Evariste Ndayishimiye's fight against corruption, preserving national sovereignty and maintaining the country's security.

Nigeria poll body removes 1.6m voter records after claims of AI-generated data

The vast majority of records were expunged following allegations that some names and photographs on the list were AI-generated.

Maritime deal with Türkiye based on sovereign rights, targets no other state: Libya

Ankara welcomed the Libyan parliament's decision, saying it protects the rights and interests of both countries under international law.

Nigeria violence drives tens of thousands into Niger: UN

Thousands of newly arrived refugees are struggling to survive with limited access to food, clean water, shelter and essential services, the UN refugee agency said.

Kenyan police personnel among eight killed in ambush near Somalia

The attackers opened fire on a vehicle escorting construction workers along the Arabia Road corridor near the Kenya-Somalia border, a police commander said.

Maritime deal with Türkiye based on sovereign rights, targets no other state: Libya

Ankara welcomed the Libyan parliament's decision, saying it protects the rights and interests of both countries under international law.

Trained in law but drawn to the art of pastry-making, Hawa Kouyaté traded the prospect of a career in the legal profession for an entrepreneurial journey that began with a $200 investment and a few baking tools.

Senior RSF commander defects to Sudan army after 13 years with paramilitary group

Lt. Gen. Bireish joined the RSF in 2013 as part of a group of professional army officers recruited to help establish the paramilitary organisation’s administrative positions.

Türkiye, Somalia discuss security ties as peacekeeping troops begin withdrawal

Talks in Mogadishu focus on counterterrorism, the fight against Al Shabab terror group and continued military cooperation as Somalia faces a changing security landscape.

Türkiye, Somalia discuss counterterrorism efforts as AU peacekeepers withdraw forces

Türkiye’s military training mission in Somalia, known as TURKSOM, has been a crucial element in the country’s counterterrorism operations.

Rwanda receives genocide suspect deported from US

Rwandan authorities say Jean Leonard Teganya is implicated in murders and rapes that were committed during the genocide.

Erdogan, Niger president hold phone call on bilateral ties

President Erdogan expressed Türkiye full support for Niger’s territorial integrity and security and said that Ankara was ready to help stablish regional dialogue processes.

Erdogan, Nigerien leader discuss regional security, bilateral ties in phone call

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reaffirms Türkiye's support for Niger's territorial integrity and security and pledges continued efforts to strengthen bilateral ties.

Turkish ambassador meets former Somali president Farmaajo in Mogadishu

The meeting was part of Ambassador Ferhat Alkan’s introductory diplomatic engagements and provided an opportunity to discuss the latest developments in Somalia.

Türkiye extends condolences to Egypt after deadly train accident

Seven passengers were killed, and 112 others were injured after several passenger train cars derailed and overturned in Giza province, according to the health ministry.

Botswana will double De Beers stake to 30% as part of Anglo stake sale

Botswana's government will increase its stake in diamond producer De Beers to 30%, its president said on Monday.

Türkiye extends condolences to Egypt after deadly train accident

Seven passengers were killed, and 112 others were injured after several passenger train cars derailed and overturned in Giza province, according to the health ministry.

Kenya seizes 454kg crystal meth haul in police 'breakthrough'

Kenyan police said the raid followed a tip-off from Tanzanian authorities, who had arrested a suspect in a separate drug bust.

Sudan’s Burhan meets DR Congo intelligence chief for security talks

The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral relations and security cooperation, according to Sudan’s state news agency.

South Africa arrests nine foreign nationals suspected of travelling to Russia to fight in Ukraine

Nine foreign nationals suspected of attempting to travel from South Africa to Russia to fight in the war between Russia and Ukraine have been arrested.

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and FAO warn that current El Niño conditions are comparable to those observed in 1997-98, with heavy rainfall, flooding and rift valley fever expected.

South African telco MTN's service revenue rises over 17%

South Africa's MTN Group said on Monday its service revenue rose more than 17% in constant-currency terms in the nine months ended September 30.

South African voters rebuff ANC, accelerating shift to coalition politics

South Africans' disapproval of the African National Congress in local elections was a vote for performance over loyalty.