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French Court Jails Former DR Congo Rebel Leader Roger Lumbala for 30 Years Over War Crimes

A French court has sentenced former Democratic Republic of Congo rebel leader and politician Roger Lumbala to 30 years in prison after finding him guilty of complicity in crimes against…

Gunmen Abduct 13 Worshippers During Church Service in Nigeria’s Kogi State

At least 13 worshippers have been abducted after armed men attacked a church during Sunday service in Nigeria’s central Kogi State, marking the second assault on a place of worship…

Ugandan Military Confirms Detention of Missing Catholic Priest

The Ugandan army has admitted it is holding a Catholic priest who had been missing for nearly two weeks, claiming he is suspected of involvement in what it described as…

Dozens Dead as Flash Floods Rip Through Morocco’s Coastal Safi Region

At least 37 people have been killed after powerful flash floods swept through Morocco’s coastal Safi region following torrential rainfall, according to the country’s state-owned television. Scenes of destruction unfolded…

About 200 West African Troops Deployed to Benin After Failed Coup

About 200 West African soldiers, mainly from Nigeria and Ivory Coast, are currently in Benin to support security operations following Sunday’s failed coup attempt, according to the country’s foreign minister.…

Ethiopian Police Arrest TikTok Stars Over ‘Indecent’ Outfits After Awards Show

A fresh wave of controversy has hit Ethiopia’s social media scene after police arrested a sixth TikTok star in connection with allegedly “indecent” dressing at a high-profile awards ceremony. Lifestyle…

Kenya’s High Court Blocks $2.5bn Health Deal with the U.S.

Kenya’s High Court has halted the rollout of a major $2.5bn health partnership with the United States, following a legal challenge claiming the agreement could expose sensitive personal health data…

Rebels Enter Strategic DR Congo City as Fighting Defies Trump-Brokered Peace Deal

Rebel fighters have reportedly pushed into Uvira — the last major city in government hands in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo — triggering mass panic and a wave of civilians…

US Sanctions Colombian Network Accused of Recruiting Mercenaries for Sudan’s Civil War

The United States has announced fresh sanctions against an international network it says has been recruiting and training Colombian fighters to take part in Sudan’s devastating civil war. According to…

Sierra Leone Mourns Two Teen Gold Miners

A deep sense of shock has swept through the village of Nyimbadu in Sierra Leone’s Eastern Province, where families gathered in tears over the bodies of two teenage boys killed…