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The confrontation unfolded at Diori Hamani International Airport, a facility that houses a civilian terminal and military airbase within the same complex.

AUC Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said the agreement marks an important moment for the region and demonstrates the value of negotiations in resolving disputes that have strained international relations for years.

Rising anti-migrant mobilisation in South Africa is exposing alleged state complicity with vigilante groups and gangs, raising concerns over weakened law enforcement and threats to constitutional democracy.

The Presidency said it would engage the WHO through the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) to ensure that information shared internationally reflects “verified findings” by South African authorities.

The centre was unveiled on Wednesday during the 8th Annual General Assembly of the Association of African Anti-Corruption Authorities (AAACA).

Ruto said Africa’s rapidly growing population, expanding workforce, and vast reserves of critical minerals position it at the centre of future global growth.

They called for the prosecution of employers who knowingly hire vulnerable workers to pay lower wages, evade labour laws, avoid collective agreements and weaken collective bargaining, describing such practices as central to the current crisis.

According to MSF, some of the 59 allegations were substantiated by the probe, while others could not be confirmed due to the inability to identify either victims or alleged perpetrators.

Obiang Mangue made the announcement in a statement on social media platform X. He said the government quit after achieving "barely 10 percent" of its goals.

The incident occurred after the driver of the bus reportedly disregarded level crossing rules, which require drivers to stop, look and ensure that it is safe before crossing railway tracks.

According to military officials, Amina sustained a gunshot wound during the incident but is currently recuperating at an army hospital.

Bozizé, who led the country from 2003 until 2013, is being prosecuted by a UN-backed Special Criminal Court in Bangui.

Hustle kingdoms exploit that gap deliberately, offering free training where universities charge fees that most families cannot afford. Poverty, youth unemployment, and absent social welfare systems are the soil in which these schools grow.

The organisation warns that the returnees are among those who have borne the greatest burden of the conflict, and yet, their plight remains the most overlooked despite their vulnerabilities.

He died on January 7 after undergoing the diagnostic procedures at the facility. Adichie and her family have accused medical staff of negligence, alleging that oxygen was denied and that excessive sedation was administered, which they claim led to a cardiac arrest.

A new conservation framework shows how changes in animal behaviour, human perceptions, everyday practices, and governance systems are reshaping relationships between people and wildlife across southern Africa and beyond.

New research sheds light on Appolonia, a kingdom in present-day Ghana that exported only 352 captives during four centuries of the transatlantic slave trade, challenging long-held narratives about Africa's role in slavery and raising difficult questions about reparations and historical justice.

Tedros said he was “profoundly heartbroken” by reports of renewed attacks that have left people dead, displaced thousands and sparked widespread concern across the continent.

In October 2025 in Togo, African countries adopted the 'Common African Position on Debt' as a step toward ensuring a stronger and more unified voice in shaping the reforms.

The number of migrants deported is not yet clear, but it is believed to be around two dozen. The Trump administration has signed controversial deals with several African countries to deport migrants it cannot send home.

According to the government, the move forms part of wider austerity measures aimed at redirecting scarce public resources to priority areas such as economic recovery, service delivery, food security and the welfare of Malawians.

In the Sahel countries of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, military rulers are increasingly clamping down on press freedom and freedom of expression. Many journalists, bloggers and activists have been forced into exile.

While acknowledging the impact of socio-economic challenges on social cohesion, the UN stressed that such challenges should be addressed through lawful means and in a manner that respects human rights.

Access to government support programmes is also uneven, with some respondents saying they were left out of assistance programmes because local leaders believed they were already receiving help from other organisations.

Nigeria has long been a hotspot for insurgent activity, with extremist groups including Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) conducting attacks against civilians, security forces, and infrastructure for more than a decade.

The affected Ghanaians had pleaded with the government to assist them in getting back home after the demolitions rendered them homeless.

Kenyan Diaspora in South Africa (KEDASA) Secretary General William Thegeya said Kenyans across various provinces are seeking assistance after being attacked and having their properties torched or confiscated.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said they landed at the International Wing of Murtala Mohammed International Airport on Thursday at about 10:25 am via a special evacuation flight operated by Air Peace Airlines.

Military operations in the area have intensified in recent years as Nigerian authorities, supported by international partners, including the US, attempt to contain the insurgency and prevent its spread across the Lake Chad Basin.

Export earnings increased by 33.3 per cent, rising from $18.0 billion (Sh2.376 trillion) in the first quarter of 2025 to $24.0 billion (Sh3.17 trillion) in 2026. Imports also grew by 28.1 per cent from $17.4 billion (Sh2.30 trillion) to $22.4 billion (Sh2.96 trillion).

Malawi, along with several other countries including Mozambique, Ghana, Nigeria and Zimbabwe, has begun facilitating return processes for affected citizens, while others remain in temporary shelters or transit sites awaiting assistance.

The rapid and massive decline in foreign aid experienced by various recipient countries can have very substantial consequences, ranging from health outcomes to armed conflict.

The summit was expected to bring together governments, development partners, private sector actors and other stakeholders focused on accelerating access to clean cooking solutions across Africa.

The headquarters, inaugurated on Wednesday by Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) and APA President Renson Ingonga, will serve as the association's administrative base and a focal point for cooperation among prosecutors from African countries.

Amnesty called for guarantees of his safety, physical integrity, and access to medical care, as well as immediate and unhindered access to his family and legal representatives.

Police are hunting for multiple suspects after gunmen killed 12 people in a Johannesburg settlement. The attack has highlighted ongoing violence in South Africa, where murder rates are among the world's highest.

In a statement, ministry spokesperson Kimiebi Ebienfa said the Nigerian government will fully fund the evacuation exercise and that returnees will not incur any costs.

Ghana will host a three-day international conference in Accra to advance global discussions on reparations following a landmark UN resolution recognising the transatlantic slave trade as a crime against humanity.

South African authorities have dismissed Ghana’s allegations of xenophobic attacks against foreign nationals as unverified, with Minister Ronald Lamola accusing Accra of making claims not supported by evidence and urging that diplomatic channels be used to resolve the dispute.

In an address on Sunday, Ramaphosa reaffirmed the government's determination to tackle undocumented migration while condemning acts of xenophobia and vigilantism targeting foreign nationals in several communities across the country.

Malawi has begun repatriating 150 citizens from South Africa following displacement linked to xenophobic violence, with the first buses already en route home through a coordinated government-led evacuation exercise.

South Africa rolls out sweeping immigration reforms to tighten border security, crack down on illegal migration and corruption, and introduce biometric ID systems while warning against xenophobia and vigilantism.

Boko Haram has released 416 residents abducted from Ngoshe in Borno State, ending months of captivity and uncertainty for families, with authorities now calling for medical checks and rehabilitation of the freed victims.

According to organisers, the scale of the summit, combined with Mauritius’ status as an island nation with limited capacity to manage large-scale imported health risks, made proceeding with the event untenable at this time.

Mali's military government is offering $3.5 million (Sh453 million) for information leading to the arrest or killing of Iyad Ag Ghaly. The junta is also offering ​smaller rewards for other suspects, including Tuareg separatists.

According to authorities, 49 victims were buried in communal graves at the site after recovery efforts were completed. However, two people survived the ordeal, managing to walk more than 50 kilometres across the desert before raising the alarm with authorities in Agadez after reaching Assamaka.

The organisation notes that health facilities in the region are operating under extremely challenging conditions, with high needs and limited resources.

In Sudan alone, more than nine million people are internally displaced, while nearly 19.5 million face acute hunger, as ongoing conflict and funding shortfalls continue to undermine humanitarian response efforts.

President Ruto described Kenya and South Africa as complementary economies with the potential to accelerate the continent's development.

Ruto noted that Kenya and South Africa are well positioned to drive Africa’s digital transformation through collaboration in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital infrastructure, e‑commerce, and cross‑border payments.

Kenya and South Africa have signed six cooperation agreements covering trade, maritime affairs, skills development, culture and sports, as the two countries seek to deepen economic ties and strengthen bilateral relations.