NIGERIA – A terrorist attack on military base in Borno state Nigeria on Wednesday by the Daesh-affiliated terrorist group ISWAP killed 8 soldiers, according to authorities. A military official said ISWAP members attacked a military base in the village of Kauwa in Borno state. The official said 23 other soldiers were injured in the assault. […]
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Arms Embargo on Zimbabwe by EU Extended to 2027
ZIMBABWE – The arms embargo on Zimbabwe by the European Union was on Tuesday extended by one year until Feb. 20, 2027. The move followed an annual review of sanctions it imposed on the southern African nation, the Council of the European Union said in a statement Tuesday. The Council lifted all remaining provisions related […]
US Army Deployment to Nigeria Begins
NIGERIA – US army deployment to Nigeria, including weapons, begun on Thursday, with the first batch arriving in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno state. Officials within Nigeria’s Defense Headquarters said that about 100 US troops arrived in Nigeria between Thursday and Sunday, as part of an initial deployment, with additional flights scheduled in the coming […]
Malian Armed Forces Kill a Dozen Terrorists in Douentza Region
MALI – A military operation by the Malian Armed Forces on Sunday killed around a dozen terrorists in the Douentza region, according to a military statement. The operation was carried out between Bambara-Maoude and Inadjatafane in the Douentza region. The statement however didn’t specify the terror group targeted. “No effort will be spared by the […]
15 Al-Shabaab Terrorists Killed in Targeted Strike on Middle Shabelle Region
SOMALIA – At least 15 al-Shabaab terrorists were on Sunday killed in targeted strike on southern Somalia’s Middle Shabelle region, according to the army. In coordination with international partners, the airstrike targeted militants planting improvised explosive devices along a key road in the Middle Shabelle region, destroying a vehicle and weapons used in a plot […]
Armed Gang Attacks on Villages in Niger State’s Borgu Area, Nigeria Kills 6
NIGERIA – Armed gang attacks on villages in Niger state’s Borgu area in Nigeria on Sunday left at least 6 people dead, according to local authorities. Wasiu Abiodun, a spokesperson for the Niger State Police Command, said around 200 armed individuals carried out attacks on villages in the Borgu area. Abiodun said six people were […]
39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union Kicks Off in Addis Ababa
ETHIOPIA – The 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union opened on Saturday Feb. 14, as the African heads of state and government gathered on a 2-day summit focused on water security, climate pressure, and strengthening Africa’s representation in global institutions. Leaders are launching the AU’s 2026 theme of the year – […]
US-Kenya Health Agreement on Hold
KENYA – The US-Kenya health agreement worth $1.6 billion has been put on hold, awaiting final decision by the Supreme Court. The agreement, concluded in December, was designed to support Kenya’s public health system through expanded funding, technical collaboration, and disease control initiatives. Its rollout has been delayed after becoming the subject of court proceedings. […]
Death Toll From Cyclone Gezani in Madagascar Rises to 31
MADAGASCAR – The death toll from Cyclone Gezani in Madagascar rose to 31 on Wednesday Feb. 11, with authorities reporting extensive damage. An update from the island nation’s disaster agency showed that 29 of the deaths were reported from the city of Toamasina, with two from Ambatondrazaka, while the powerful storm left 36 people seriously […]
15 Dead After Passenger Ferry Capsized in Nile River, Sudan
SUDAN – At least 15 people died after a passenger ferry capsized in Nile River, Sudan on Wednesday. Over 27 people, including women, children and elderly individuals, were traveling on the ferry between the Taiba Al-Khawad and Deim Al-Qarray areas in the Shendi locality, the Sudan Doctors Network said in a statement. It said that […]
Zimbabwe Changing Constitution to Extend 83 Years Old President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s Term
ZIMBABWE – Zimbabwean Cabinet on Tuesday approved a draft law intended on changing the country’s constitution and extend the 83-years-old President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term until 2030. Mnangagwa was due to leave office in 2028 after completing two five-year terms, but the draft legislation would change the constitution to extend the presidential term from five to […]
Corruption Index in Africa 2025
KENYA – Transparency International on Tuesday released the corruption index in Africa for 2025, with Sub-Saharan Africa countries ranking among the lowest performers, indicating how corruption remains a serious problem. Kenya scored 30 out of 100, ranking at position 130 out of 182 countries. The Corruption Perceptions Index measures 182 countries and territories based on […]
Northern Darfur’s Displacement Camp Fire Kills 2
SUDAN – Northern Darfur‘s displacement camp fire on Monday killed at least 2 people, after fire consumed shelters housing displaced persons. The fire swept through the Hilla Naima area of Tawila, about 37 miles west of El Fasher, destroying dozens of homes built from local materials and leaving many families without shelter, according to local […]
Nigerian Military Operation Hadin Kai Kills Over 30 Terrorists
NIGERIA – The Nigerian military Operation Hadin Kai over the past week killed over 30 terrorists and saw a return of over 700 refugees in the country’s north east, according to the Defense Headquarters. Director of Defense Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja told reporters late Monday that the successes resulted from aggressive, intelligence-driven ground and […]
Libyan Ambulance Helicopter Crash Kills 5
LIBYA – Five people were killed in an ambulance helicopter crash at Libya’s Al-Sarra base on Monday, when it was returning from a medical evacuation mission. The crash occurred about 300 kilometers (186 miles) from the southeastern city of Kufra, according to the al-Wasat news portal, citing informed sources. Those killed included two members of […]