UN chief ‘deeply concerned’ about escalating violence in South Sudan
UN chief Antonio Guterres has voiced deep concern over the escalating violence in South Sudan, warning that renewed fighting is worsening an already dire humanitarian situation.
29 Jan, 2026
Drone-backed terrorists attack Nigerian army base, several soldiers dead
Terrorists backed by armed drones raided an army base in Nigeria’s northeastern Borno state, killing several troops in the early hours of Thursday, the military said.
29 Jan, 2026
Malawi court warns TotalEnergies against filing external suit against the government
A Malawi court has ordered that a long-running $480 million row between TotalEnergies and the government must be heard locally despite the French energy company’s bid to shift the case abroad.
29 Jan, 2026
South Africa proposes new way for firms to comply with Black empowerment policy
South Africa has proposed amending its flagship Black empowerment policy to allow white-owned companies to gain points by contributing to a new 100 billion rand ($6.37 billion) fund for Black businesses.
29 Jan, 2026
Certain parts of Southern Africa receiving over a year’s rainfall in few days, report shows
More than 9.5 million people internally displaced in Sudan due to war: UNICEF
New malaria vaccines are helping Ghana’s children survive, but aid cuts threaten progress
Trade between Türkiye and Nigeria expected to reach $10B after flurry of new deals
Somalia names new army chief to replace General Rage in major reshuffle
29 Jan, 2026
Ghana rewrites mining laws to secure larger share of gold revenues
Ghana is seeking tighter control over its natural resources as global demand for gold and other critical minerals continues to rise.
29 Jan, 2026
Explosions, gunfire rock Niger capital near international airport
Nighttime blasts and tracer fire light up skies over Niamey as authorities offer no immediate explanation and pro-government voices urge citizens to mobilise.
29 Jan, 2026
Cairo ready to receive wounded from Gaza, deliver aid once Rafah crossing reopens: Egypt
‘Crisis management centre is working on possible scenarios, including the delivery of aid,’ says North Sinai governor.
28 Jan, 2026
Sudan’s Al Fasher largely destroyed, emptied after RSF takeover: humanitarian group
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) said on Wednesday that Sudan’s North Darfur capital of Al Fasher has been largely destroyed and emptied of residents following its takeover by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) after months of a siege.
28 Jan, 2026
Sudanese medics say 1,300 malnutrition cases reported in Kordofan after prolonged RSF siege
More than 1,300 cases of malnutrition were reported in the city of Dilling in South Kordofan state, following a prolonged siege by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
28 Jan, 2026
Ghana grants citizenship to American YouTuber IShowSpeed
Ghana has granted citizenship to US YouTuber IShowSpeed, the country’s foreign minister announced, as the influencer wraps up a month-long tour of Africa.
28 Jan, 2026
Gunmen kill three police officers in Nigeria’s northwestern state of Katsina
Three police officers have been killed and two others wounded after suspected armed gang members ambushed a routine patrol in northwest Nigeria’s Katsina state on Tuesday.
28 Jan, 2026
Nigeria’s northern state imposes 24-hour curfew over insecurity
Authorities in Nigeria’s Kwara State have imposed a 24-hour curfew on the Oro-Ago district of Ifelodun Local Government Area following intensified military operations targeting suspected bandits hiding in surrounding forests.
28 Jan, 2026
Russia’s Putin congratulates CAR President Touadera on re-election
Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has congratulated his Central African Republic (CAR) counterpart Faustin Archange Touadera for winning a third term in the December 2025 election.
28 Jan, 2026
Ethiopia arrests 22 people over human trafficking
Ethiopian police said they had arrested 22 people accused of trafficking almost 2,000 people.
