Nigeria Drops Terrorism Charges Against Ex-Justice Minister Malami, Case Now Focuses on Firearms
Nigerian authorities have withdrawn terrorism financing charges against former Justice Minister Abubakar Malami and his son, narrowing the case to allegations involving illegal possession of firearms. Malami, who served as…
Kenya Fuel Prices Surge Despite Tax Cut as Iran Conflict Drives Global Oil Costs Higher
Kenya has recorded a sharp increase in fuel prices, with diesel hitting a record rise even after the government reduced taxes, as global oil markets react to the ongoing conflict…
Chinese National Arrested in Kenya for Smuggling Queen Ants
A Chinese national has been sentenced to one year in prison after attempting to smuggle more than 2,000 live queen garden ants out of Kenya, highlighting growing concerns over illegal…
Tragic Capsizing: Over 50 Migrants Feared Dead Off Libya Coast
At least 53 people are feared dead after a rubber boat carrying migrants and refugees capsized off the coast of Libya, according to the United Nations’ migration agency. The International…
Senegal Police Disrupt Transnational Paedophile Gang Operations
Senegalese authorities say they have arrested 14 people and dismantled a criminal network accused of exploiting children in an operation spanning Senegal and France. In a statement, police said all…
Eritrea Dismisses Ethiopia’s Claims of Military Aggression
Eritrea has firmly denied accusations from Ethiopia that its troops crossed into Ethiopian territory, dismissing the claims as fabricated and politically motivated. The dispute escalated after Ethiopia’s foreign minister sent…
Malawi Fuel Prices Surge Over 40%, Deepening Cost-of-Living Fears Nationwide
Malawi’s energy regulator has announced a sharp rise in fuel prices, with petrol and diesel increasing by more than 40%, marking the second major adjustment in just four months. In…
US Slams South African Defense Over Military Cooperation with Iran
The United States has accused South Africa’s defence authorities of defying government directives by allowing Iranian warships to participate in naval exercises in the country’s waters, sparking fresh diplomatic tension…
Uganda Election Tensions Rise as Opposition Supporters Killed and Museveni Takes Clear Lead
At least seven opposition supporters were killed overnight in Uganda amid disputed clashes, as early presidential election results show President Yoweri Museveni taking a commanding lead. The deaths occurred in…
Kruger National Park Closed as Deadly Floods Devastate Parts of South Africa
Kruger National Park has been temporarily shut to visitors after severe flooding hit South Africa’s northern provinces of Limpopo and Mpumalanga, forcing emergency evacuations of guests and staff, some of…