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.
Africa
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.
Trump Officials Consider Sending 1,100 Afghans to Congo
The Trump administration is in discussions to potentially send up to 1,100 Afghans who aided US forces to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a non-profit confirmed on Tuesday.
South Africa Police Boss Charged Over $21M Health Contract
South Africa's police chief has been formally charged with failing in his duties over a controversial $21m health contract, according to the BBC.
Ugandan and Congolese Forces Rescue 200 from ISIL-Linked ADF
Ugandan and Congolese forces have rescued at least 200 civilians from an ISIL-linked rebel group in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to reports from the Ugandan military.
More than 200 Rescued from IS-Linked Group in DR Congo
Ugandan and Congolese forces rescued more than 200 people from an ISIL-linked armed group in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, according to a military statement.
Madagascar Arrests Fuel Fears Among Gen Z Protesters
Arrests of Gen Z activists in Madagascar have raised fears that the military regime, which took power after youth-led protests, may not be better than the government it replaced, according to The Guardian.
More Than £1bn Pledged for Sudan as Crisis Deepens
More than £1bn has been pledged for war-ravaged Sudan at a conference in Berlin, according to The Guardian, surpassing the funding target set by organizers.
South African Politician Julius Malema Sentenced to 5-Year Jail Term
South African politician Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison for a gun-related offence, marking a significant legal and political development in the country.
South Africa Appoints Former Apartheid Negotiator as US Ambassador
South Africa has appointed Roelf Meyer, a former apartheid-era negotiator, as its next ambassador to the United States, according to local media, signaling a bid to improve relations with Washington after a turbulent year.