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Former Congolese president Joseph Kabila has ignited political turmoil with a controversial visit to the rebel-controlled eastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan journalist Agather Atuhaire allege they were abducted, tortured, and sexually assaulted by Tanzanian security officers in May 2025.

The Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary shelters over 120 rescued western chimpanzees facing existential threats from illegal encroachment and construction nearby.

At least 21 athletes were killed on Saturday after the bus they were traveling on drove off a bridge in the northern Nigerian state of Kano, the state governor said.

Cliff Notes – The Life of Kenyan literary giant Ngugi wa Thiong’o dies at 87 Ngugi wa Thiong’o, a prominent advocate for African linguistic and…

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has signed a major agreement to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius while leasing back the strategic military base on Diego Garcia for £101 million a year.

Mali’s military government has officially dissolved all political parties and organisations, prohibiting members from holding meetings.

📰 Nigeria sees highest economic growth in a decade – World Bank Nigeria’s economy grew by 4.9% in Q1 2025, marking its highest quarterly growth…

Cliff Notes – Gabon ex-junta chief Brice Oligui Nguema becomes president. Brice Oligui Nguema, who led a coup against Ali Bongo, is inaugurated as Gabon’s…

Northeastern governors urge the Nigerian government to reassess counter-insurgency strategies in light of recent violence, which claimed over 100 lives last month.

Charles Ong’ondo Were, a Kenyan MP, was shot dead in Nairobi, confirmed by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula.

The conflict in Khartoum, which started in April 2023, has resulted in over 61,000 deaths and widespread destruction across the city.

A US airstrike on a prison in Yemen reportedly killed at least 68 people, primarily African migrants, and left 47 others wounded, according to Houthi claims.

Chaima Issa, a prominent Tunisian writer and human rights activist, was sentenced to 18 years in prison as part of a mass trial targeting opposition figures critical of President Kais Saied.

Cliff Notes – Death toll rises sharply in attacks in Benue state The death toll in recent attacks in Benue state has increased to 56,…

President Bola Tinubu has launched an investigation following a violent attack in Plateau State, resulting in at least 52 deaths, according to Red Cross reports.

Brice Oligui Nguema, head of Gabon’s military junta, won 90.35% of the vote in the first election not under the Bongo family’s influence in 50 years, with a notably high turnout of 70.40%.

The Sudanese people are pleading for the army to help, as deadly attacks on Darfur famine-hit camps killing hundreds and violent abuse including widespread rape allegations.

The refugees have no saviours, no armies and very limited support from NGO’s and charity.

Sudan has urged the International Court of Justice to issue emergency orders against the UAE for allegedly supporting paramilitaries involved in violence against the Masalit people in Darfur.

Lesotho faces the highest import tax from US tariffs, with a 50% levy on goods, significantly impacting its textile industry.

Riek Machar, South Sudan’s First Vice President, was arrested by armed forces at his residence, sparking condemnation from his party over the government’s unconstitutional actions.

Windhoek and Leonardville, Namibia – Impo Gift Kapamba Musasa holds a hose pipe in one hand and gestures to a garden of cabbages, onions and turnips with the other. He is a teacher in the crumbling village of Leonardville in rural Namibia, where water is becoming scarce.

Cliff Notes – Islamic State kills dozens in mosque attack Islamic State kills dozens in Mosque attack in Niger Suspected ISGS militants massacred 44 worshippers…

Cliff Notes Tensions between South Africa and the Trump administration pose a significant threat to citrus exports, which may jeopardise vital AGOA tariff-free access to…

Cliff Notes – Pilot dies after air show plane crash A fatal crash occurred at the West Coast Air Show in Saldanha, South Africa, resulting…