- Burkina Faso cuts diplomatic ties with France Burkina Faso has formally ended diplomatic relations with France, marking another major shift in West African geopolitics and regional alliances.
- DR Congo takes Rwanda to the International Court of Justice The Democratic Republic of the Congo has filed a case at the ICJ, accusing Rwanda of supporting armed groups in eastern Congo. Rwanda rejects the allegations.
- South Africa braces for anti-immigrant protests Authorities are on high alert ahead of planned nationwide demonstrations. Thousands of foreign nationals are seeking safety as fears of xenophobic violence grow.
- Kenya marks the Gen Z protest anniversary Kenya continues to debate police conduct after the anniversary of the 2025 Gen Z protests, with legal challenges and calls for accountability dominating national headlines.
- Africa shines at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Seven African teams have reached the knockout stage, with Cape Verde making history and several nations enjoying their best-ever World Cup campaigns.
- Morocco’s ‘Escobar of the Sahara’ drug case Two former Moroccan politicians have been sentenced in one of the country’s biggest anti-drug trafficking trials, drawing widespread attention across North Africa.
- Somali official deported from Kenya Kenya has deported a senior Somali official over alleged passport fraud, raising fresh questions about regional security cooperation and immigration controls.
- Burundi battles rising drug abuse Rehabilitation centres and health officials are expanding addiction treatment services as drug use among young people continues to rise.
- Africa’s blue economy gains momentum Experts say Africa’s ocean economy could become a major driver of jobs, trade and economic growth if governments increase investment in ports, fisheries and marine industries.
- Nigeria cracks down on terrorism financing Nigerian authorities have frozen the bank accounts of individuals and businesses suspected of financing terrorism, as part of a broader security campaign.
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