More Than 70 Killed, Including Over 50 Soldiers, in Mali Ambush
More than 70 people, including over 50 Malian soldiers, have been killed in an ambush by terrorists and Tuareg separatists in northern Mali, according to […]
Russia
Botswana Warns Citizens Against Deceptive Recruitment Into Russia-Ukraine War
The Government of Botswana has raised alarm over an increasing number of its citizens being deceived into travelling to Russia, where they are reportedly being […]
Russia Sets Economic, Digital Agenda for October Africa Summit
Russia has outlined key priorities for the 3r Russia-Africa Summit scheduled for October 2026 in Moscow, with a focus on strengthening economic cooperation, digital technologies, […]
Russia offers Mozambique support to tackle northern terrorism
Russia has pledged to support Mozambique’s efforts to eliminate the terrorist threat in the country’s north, following talks between Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and […]
Malian Army, Russian Africa Corps convoy attacked in northern Mali
A convoy carrying Malian soldiers and fighters from the Russian paramilitary Africa Corps came under attack in northern Mali on Thursday, according to three security […]
Russia’s Lavrov begins African tour with visit to Ethiopia
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, marking the first stop of a tour of African countries, according to Russian state […]
Mali: Human Rights Watch Accuses All Sides of Serious Abuses Amid Escalating Conflict and Violence in Mali
In a report published on Monday, June 29, 2026, Human Rights Watch (HRW) says all parties to Mali’s escalating conflict—including jihadist groups, separatist fighters, and […]
UN Chief Calls for Greater African Representation on Security Council
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday, May 11, renewed calls for reforms to global institutions, insisting Africa must be granted permanent representation on the […]
Russia Vows Continued Military Presence in Mali After April 25 Offensive
The Kremlin reaffirmed that Russian forces will remain in Mali to support the government in its fight against terrorism, following renewed offensives by Tuareg-led separatists […]
France urges nationals to leave Mali amid escalating terrorism attacks and rebel offensives
France has advised its citizens in Mali to “plan a temporary departure as soon as possible” via remaining commercial flights, following a sharp deterioration in […]