Nigeria: Nigeria Records First Ebola Case

Nigeria has reported its first known case of Ebola during Africa's latest outbreak originating in the DRC. Health Minister Muhammad Ali Pate said the patient was a woman who had… Read more »

Mali: Junta Forces Retake Strategic Town of Kidal

Mali's military regained control of the strategic town of Kidal after forcing Tuareg separatists and al-Qaeda-linked jihadists to withdraw following an offensive backed by Russia's… Read more »

Nigeria: At Least 37 Suspected Illegal Miners Die in Custody

Dozens of suspects accused of illegal mining were found dead in custody in Nigeria's north-central Niger State. Officials blame disease, while reports cite overcrowding and poor… Read more »

Nigeria: IPO 'For The People' Is Out of Reach for Many in Nigeria

Dangote seeks $1.6 billion from investors to finance a $14.3 billion expansion and thus double the oil refinery's capacity. The offer could give millions of Nigerians a stake in… Read more »

Guinea Bissau: Guinea-Bissau Referendum Tests Democratic Future

Following voter approval of a constitutional change that expands presidential powers, Guinea-Bissau faces renewed debate over legitimacy, civilian rule and democratic safeguards. Read more »

Niger: Niger's Failed Coup Exposes Cracks in the Military

The failed coup in Niger has brought deep divisions within the military to light. As Russia's support highlights the junta's fading influence, soldiers continue to face jihadi… Read more »

Guinea: Garbage Collapse at Landfill Kills Dozens

Heavy seasonal rains caused a mound of garbage to collapse, burying dozens of people and nearby homes before the break of dawn. Read more »

Nigeria: Dozens Killed in Plateau State Attack

Officials in Nigeria have said at least 25 people were killed in their homes when armed men stormed their village Monday night. Fears of reprisal are real as violence between… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Marries 1,500 Couples in Mass Wedding

The government describes the program as a way to support low-income families and promote social stability. Among those married were people who lost family members in violent… Read more »

Nigeria: Armed 'Bandits' Kill More Than 20 in Zamfara State

Armed gangs, known locally as "bandits," are a constant threat in northwestern and central Nigeria. They typically raid villages, steal livestock and kidnap residents for ransom. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Offers Clues to New US Africa Strategy

The withdrawal of US troops from Nigeria after the killing of an "Islamic State" leader may be less about leaving Africa than redefining how Washington fights terrorism on the… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Military Rescues 46 Abducted School Children

The children were abducted some two months ago at three schools in the town of Orire in Nigeria's southwestern Oyo state. Read more »

Mali: Mali Rebels Attack Convoy of Soldiers, Russian Mercenaries

The convoy was bringing hundreds of personnel in reinforcement in northern Mali, where the Malian army and Russian paramilitaries are fighting jihadist and separatist militants. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Condemns Deaths of Two Nationals in South Africa Protests

Nigeria claimed one of the victims was killed by police following anti-migrant marches that have fueled xenophobia. Read more »

Mali: Mali Rebels Target Army Bases, Prison in Fresh Attacks

The army claimed it had regained control after the coordinated assaults on several towns and cities by Tuareg rebels and Islamists. Read more »

West Africa: How the Cocoa Price Crash is Crushing West African Farmers

Cocoa prices reached a peak in 2024 before plummeting by nearly 75%, dealing a financial blow to millions of farmers in Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire. Will the crisis mark a turning… Read more »

Cote d'Ivoire: Nearly 60 People Killed in Flooding Since May

Although the rainy season has only just begun, flooding has already killed dozens in the Ivory Coast. Read more »

Nigeria: 360 People Freed from Boko Haram Mountain Hideout

Nigeria's army said Boko Haram militants took the hostages from different communities. Kidnappings have become a growing security concern across the West African country. Read more »

Mali: Mali Junta Offers $3.5M Reward for Sahel al-Qaeda Leader

Mali's military government is offering $3.5 million for information leading to the arrest or killing of Iyad Ag Ghaly. The junta is also offering smaller rewards for other… Read more »

Ghana: Why Ghana Walked Away From a U.S. Health Deal

Talks between Ghana and the US over a bilateral healthcare deal have stalled, after Accra voiced concerns regarding sensitive data sharing. Several African countries have pushed… Read more »

Cameroon: Pope Leo Excoriates 'Tyrants' Waging War Instead of Peace

Pope Leo XIV has admonished those waging war in the name of god and slammed "tyrants" destroying the world and its resources. The pontiff has stepped up his criticism of senseless… Read more »

Senegal: The Goethe-Institut Opens its New Building in Dakar

The Goethe-Institut's new building in Dakar champions sustainable architecture, made from the earth. Star architect Francis Kere has blended local materials with contemporary… Read more »

Benin: Benin's Finance Minister Wins Presidential Election with 94%

According to provisional results, Romuald Wadagni, the election favorite, won a landslide victory in Benin's presidential election. Read more »

Benin: Benin Election - Finance Minister Wadagni Expected to Win

Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni is the favourite to win after being endorsed by outgoing president Patrice Talon. Wadagni's only rival, Paul Hounkpe, has a much lower profile. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Army Rescues 31 Hostages After Church Attack

The army said the attack had occurred ‌during Easter celebrations at a church in northwestern Kaduna state. Northwest Nigeria has struggled with violence for years. Read more »