April 08
Chad: Kidnappings in Chad Could Spark Regional Security Crisis
The Chad-Cameroon-CAR border area is a powder keg of crime that needs swift action from all three governments. Read more »
March 01
Chad: Opposition Leader Killed in Gun Battles
Media reports on Thursday suggested that opposition leader Yaya Dillo had been killed in a shootout in N'Djamena. Read more »
February 29
Nigeria: Northern Cameroon Losing Battle Against Arms Trafficking. What Nigeria, Others Must Do
Surrounded by countries in conflict, the cross-border area has become a hub for gun-running. Read more »
February 19
Rwanda: U.S. Blames Rwanda for Eastern DRC Hostilities, Calls for Immediate Ceasefire
There is an urgent need for de-escalation and accountability as Rwanda-backed M23 Intensifies hostilities in eastern DRC. Read more »
February 11
South Africa/Congo-Kinshasa: Bafana Get First Podium Finish Since 2000
South Africa claimed the bronze after another penalty shootout win over DR Congo. Read more »
February 03
Angola/Nigeria: Afcon 2023 - Angola Coach Blames Fatigue for Loss Against Super Eagles
Goncalves recognised the quality of Nigeria but pointed out that additional factors played in favour of the Super Eagles Read more »
January 29
Nigeria/Cameroon: Afcon 2023 - How Super Eagles Celebrated Win Over Cameroon - Lookman
With the victory over Cameroon now behind them, the Super Eagles will face an Angola team that has earned its place with excellent results Read more »
January 27
Nigeria/Cameroon: Nigeria Defeat Cameroon, Qualify for Afcon Quarter-Final
Lookman scored a brace to ensure the Super Eagles got the better of the Indomitable Lions. Read more »
January 25
Africa: Afcon 2023 - CAF Hammer Falls On Morocco, DR Congo
Following its investigation, the Disciplinary Board found both Morocco, DR Congo football federations, and Morocco's coach guilty Read more »
January 23
Congo-Kinshasa: Analysis - Blinken's Visits and U.S.'s Crucial Role in Angola, DRC
To bolster alliances and nurture stability, Secretary Blinken's Angola visit aims to chart a course for a US-DRC diplomatic renaissance. Read more »
January 21
Cameroon: Cameroon - a Year After Murder of Journalist Martinez Zogo, IPI Reiterates Call for Justice
IPI says authorities must carry out credible, transparent, and independent investigations. Read more »
Africa: U.S, Secretary of State Blinken Travels to Nigeria, Three Other African Countries
Secretary Blinken's goal is to strengthen ties with Cabo Verde, Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria, and Angola. Read more »
January 14
Equatorial Guinea/Nigeria: Afcon 2023 - Peseiro Reveals Why He 'Risked' Onuachu Against Equatorial Guinea
Onuachu was a 90th-minute replacement for Alex Iwobi as the Eagles struggled to a 1-1 draw against the Nzalang Nacional. Read more »
Equatorial Guinea/Nigeria: Luck Deserted Nigeria Against Equatorial Guinea - - Peseiro
The Super Eagles frittered away very good goal-scoring chances against Equatorial Guinea and had to settle for one point. Read more »
November 29, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Monusco's Departure - DRC, UN Sign Withdrawal Plan
DRC makes a bold move towards being free of MONUSCO as the withdrawal plan takes centre stage this December. Read more »
December 03, 2023
Angola: Biden-Lourenço Meeting Paves Way for Unprecedented Collaborations Between U.S., Angola - White House
This marks a profound transformation in our relationship, senior Biden Administration official says Read more »
November 27, 2023
East Africa: U.S. Intelligence Chief Leads Diplomatic Mission to Defuse DRC, Rwanda Tension
During her visit, Ms Haines engaged in crucial talks with Rwandan President Paul Kagame and Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi. Read more »
Cameroon/Nigeria: Okocha, Amokachi, and Others Warned Against Attending Football Tournament in Cameroon
The Ambazonia Interim Government is urging international footballers who intend to visit the region for a football event to exercise caution and reconsider their involvement. Read more »
September 25, 2023
Africa: After 78th UNGA, Pentagon Chief Visits Djibouti, Kenya, Angola
The U.S. Pentagon began an official six-day visit to Djibouti, Kenya, and Angola. Read more »
September 10, 2023
Nigeria/São Tomé and Príncipe: Nigeria 6-0 Sao Tome - Osimhen Nets Hat-Trick As Super Eagles End Afcon Qualifiers in Grand Style
With the victory, the Super Eagles finished top in Group A with 15 points; scoring an astonishing 22 goals in the process. Read more »
September 04, 2023
West Africa: Ecowas Chair Tinubu Wants 9-Month Transition in Niger
"President Tinubu noted that Nigeria, under General Abdulsalami Abubakar, instituted a nine-month transition programme in 1998, and it proved very successful, leading the country… Read more »
August 30, 2023
Gabon: Gunshots Heard, President's Whereabouts Unknown - Report
A coup has happened in Gabon as a group of senior military officers took over the government. Read more »
August 23, 2023
Nigeria: Jigawa Governor Off to Kigali On Six-Day Official Trip
The Speaker, Haruna Aliyu, read the Jigawa governor's letter on the floor of the House on Wednesday. Read more »
August 17, 2023
Mali: African Senior Women's Volleyball Championship - Nigeria Defeat Mali, to Face Cameroon
The head coach of Nigeria women's volleyball team, Samuel Ajayi, said his players were nervous in the first set but overcame it as the game progressed Read more »
August 06, 2023
Nigeria: Niger Coup - Customs Boss Urges Vigilance At Benin Republic, Cameroon Borders
NCS boss says any transit goods through the Nigeria customs territory should be stopped if they are headed to the Niger Republic. Read more »