Ivorian president does not rule out running for third term
President Alassane Ouattara of Côte d’Ivoire on Monday announced his plan to propose “modifications” to the country’s constitution. In remarks to foreign diplomats, Ouattara, who […]
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Nigeria, Cameroon hit by deadly bomb attack
In Nigeria, at least 30 people were killed in the northeastern state of Borno after an improvised explosive device detonated on a bridge Monday. According […]
Nigeria: Police on high alert as Shiites react to US killing of Iranian commander
In Nigeria, the Islamic Movement (IMN) or Shiites “has strongly condemned the provocative airstrike”, ordered by US President Donald Trump. The airstrike led to the […]
Guinea-Bissau’s President-elect visits Senegal, Congo Brazzaville, Nigeria
President-elect of Guinea-Bissau, Umaro Sissoco Embalo has started a regional tour to boost ties with his regional counterparts. In Senegal, first stop since he […]
Buhari pledges to step down at end of second term
Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari says he will be stepping down when his second term in office ends in 2023. There has been increased tension in […]
Angolan court orders seizure of Isabel dos Santos’ assets
A court in Angola has ordered the seizure of the assets and bank accounts of the billionaire daughter of ex-President José Eduardo dos Santos. Called […]
Arab League warns against ‘foreign interference’ in Libya
The Arab League has warned against deployment of foreign fighters in Libya. In an emergency meeting in Cairo Tuesday, the council of the League urged […]
Morocco places order for two Spain-manufactured Patrollers
The Moroccan navy have placed an order for the purchase of two Spain-made patrollers. The deal is worth €260 million. Spanish state-owned shipbuilding company Navantia […]
Uganda to borrow $1.89 billion amid looming debt crisis
Uganda said it plans to borrow about $1.89 billion from external lenders in the 2020/2021 fiscal year to partly finance its budget. According to the […]
Somalia: Car bomb leaves 79 people dead; UNSG condemns a horrendous attack
A car bomb exploded Saturday at a busy checkpoint in the Somali capital, Mogadishu, leaving at least 79 people dead and scores more wounded. Many […]