Africa

Will Africa ever get permanent seats on UN Security Council?

World leaders, particularly from Africa and the wider Global South, have argued that a body created more than 80 years ago no longer reflects the world it represents.

Burkina Faso approves free education, transport, healthcare for families of martyrs

The measures were approved during a cabinet meeting chaired by President Ibrahim Traoré.

Africa gets $2.9 billion for Ebola response as cases surge in DRC

Africa CDC says the funds mobilisation demonstrates what is possible when political leadership and international solidarity come together.

South Africa searches for another woman, Ramaphosa prepares national address

Police urged anyone with information to come forward and stressed that there is no waiting period.

DR Congo's North Kivu Province predicted as new Ebola hotspot

Frontline health workers said cases were continuing to emerge in new areas that were not adequately prepared to respond.

Kenya destroys $63 million meth haul intercepted in the Indian Ocean

The Kenyan Navy intercepted the consignment in October 2025 off the coast of Mombasa in the Indian Ocean and the vessel was escorted to port under armed guard.

DR Congo boat accident: At least 41 dead on Lake Tanganyika

The vessel was traveling from Kigoma, Tanzania, to the city of Kalemie in DR Congo’s Tanganyika province when it capsized, according to an official.

African leaders push for permanent UN Security Council seats with veto powers

Many African heads of state who addressed the UN General Assembly have decried the continent’s lack of permanent representation in the Security Council.

Ethiopia's army says it has foiled attacks by Tigray rebels

The army said it inflicted heavy personnel and equipment losses on the TPLF rebels.

Sudan rejects US remarks questioning government legitimacy amid Burhan visa dispute

Khartoum urges Washington to respect Sudan’s sovereignty as activists and journalists criticise the reported linking of Transitional Sovereignty Council Chairman Abdel Fattah al-Burhan’s UN visa to a proposed 90-day truc

Tanzania formally announces bid for a 2029–2030 non-permanent UN Security Council seat

The African Union’s Executive Council has recorded Tanzania’s candidacy for the 2029–2030 non-permanent Security Council term.

Western support for slavery reparations growing: Ghana foreign minister

The UN passed a resolution in March recognising trans-Atlantic slavery as "the gravest crime against humanity"

Emine Erdogan meets Kenya’s First Lady Rachel Ruto in New York

The growing relationship has provided a platform for collaboration on issues affecting communities directly, including healthcare and education.

Ethiopia says it has shown 'restraint' following Tigray forces offensive

President Taye Atske-Selassie Amde tells the UN General Assembly that the government had "exercised immense restraint" in spite of "reckless external actors".

ICC convicts former Central African Republic rebel leader of crimes against humanity

The ICC found that Mahamat Said Abdel Kani, 56, oversaw beatings and maltreatment as head of a feared prison unit.

AU calls for urgent de-escalation in northern Ethiopia after Tigray rebels seize airports

The African Union Commission calls on neighbouring countries to actively support de-escalation, dialogue and confidence-building, according to a statement.

British arms dealer jailed over weapons deals with Sudan, Libya

David Greenhalgh has been jailed for 16 years after being convicted of arranging the supply of guns, missiles and fighter jets to countries across Africa and Middle East.

Eleven killed after gunmen open fire at South African party

Ten victims died at the scene of the attack, while another individual succumbed to injuries while being transported to a hospital.

Tigray rebel forces 'seize' Ethiopia regional airport: sources

Ethiopia faces a myriad of security challenges, including in its most populous regions, Oromia and Amhara.

South Sudan’s President Kiir dissolves government

The move was intended to prevent a constitutional vacuum.

Rwanda, Belgium resume diplomatic relations after DRC disagreement

The move came 18 months after the two countries severed diplomatic ties over a dispute related to the conflict in eastern DR Congo.

Top Nigerian politicians 'siphoned millions and bought houses in US'

The report lists 284 United States properties collectively worth around $271 million and linked to 61 current and former high-level Nigerian officials.

Heavy security in South Sudan as President Kiir prepares to dissolve government ahead of polls

President Salva Kiir will dissolve the government on Tuesday at midnight (2200 GMT), his office said, and appoint a transitional government to oversee the first-ever election.

Top South African police officer appears in court for rape case

Shadrack Sibiya, who was suspended as deputy national police commissioner, is facing five charges which the authorities have termed as "disturbing".