Officer Dropped in Crocodile-Infested River to Retrieve Remains
A South African police officer was lowered into a crocodile-infested river to recover human remains from a reptile that may have eaten a missing businessman, according to the BBC.
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Nigeria Summons South African Envoy Over Attacks on Nationals
Nigeria has summoned South Africa's acting High Commissioner to address a recent wave of attacks on its nationals in the southern African nation, according to a foreign ministry statement.
Tanker Hijacked Off Coast of Yemen, Heading Toward Somalia
A Somali security source confirmed that an oil tanker was hijacked off the coast of Yemen and is now heading toward Somalia, according to the BBC. This marks the second such incident in 10 days.
Madagascar Detains French Ex-Serviceman Over Alleged Destabilisation Plot
Madagascar has detained a French ex-serviceman in connection with an alleged plot to destabilise the island nation, according to a statement by Deputy Prosecutor Nomenarinera Mihamintsoa Ramanantsoa.
Fears Resurgence Somali Piracy After 3 Vessels Hijacked
Three vessels have been hijacked off the coast of Somalia in the past week, raising fears of a resurgence in piracy around the Horn of Africa, according to the Maritime Security Centre Indian Ocean (MSCIO).
Russia Claims Africa Corps Thwarted Mali Coup Amid Rebel Advances
Russia’s defence ministry claimed its Africa Corps group prevented a coup in Mali over the weekend, avoiding mass civilian casualties and inflicting “irreplaceable losses” on rebels, according to a statement. The report comes as rebel forces have seized key towns and killed a key ally of Moscow.
‘It will never cover what’s authentic’: African music industry weighs up AI risks and rewards
Nigerian singer Fave faced an AI-generated version of her track, prompting her to release her own remix. African music industries are assessing how AI impacts authenticity and intellectual property.
South Africa deports Mugabe’s son for unrelated offences after employee shot at family home
Two months after an employee was shot in the back at the Mugabe family home in a wealthy suburb of Johannesburg, a South African court has fined and ordered the deportation of Robert Mugabe’s youngest son over two unrelated charges, according to The Guardian.
France Urges Citizens to Leave Mali Amid Escalating Violence
France has urged its citizens to leave Mali 'as soon as possible' following a weekend of coordinated attacks by separatist fighters and Islamist militants, according to the BBC.
African Fertiliser Shortages Worsen as Gulf Tensions Rise
Food security in Africa could face major disruptions due to continuing uncertainty in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Al Jazeera.
Mali Under Attack: Explosions and Gunfire as Armed Groups Strike
Explosions and sustained gunfire have been reported in Mali's capital, Bamako, as armed groups launch coordinated attacks across the country, according to the BBC.
Phone Tracking Shows Colombian Mercenaries Backed Sudan’s RSF – Report
A network of Colombian mercenaries backed by the UAE provided critical support to Sudan's RSF, enabling it to capture the city of el-Fasher, a new report says.
British Woman Dies in Ghana After Scam Losses
A British woman who lost up to £1m to romance scams died in a road crash in Ghana after traveling there to recover her money, according to an inquest in Devon.
Pope Criticises Equatorial Guinea Prisons on Africa Tour
Pope Leo has criticised the treatment of prisoners in Equatorial Guinea, a country with a poor human rights record, according to BBC.
Taiwan President Cancels Trip Amid China’s Alleged Pressure on Africa
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has cancelled a planned trip to Eswatini after Seychelles, Mauritius, and Madagascar revoked flight permits, citing 'intense pressure' from China, according to a Taiwan official.