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 […]
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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 […]
CAR President Credits Russia for Security Support During 2025 Elections
President Faustin-Archange Touadéra of the Central African Republic (CAR) has credited Russia for helping to ensure the successful conduct of the country’s elections held in […]
Two South Africans Killed After Recruitment Ruse Linked to Russia-Ukraine War
At least two South Africans have died while fighting for Russia in the war in Ukraine after being deceived by a recruitment scheme, Foreign Minister […]
Ghana’s Foreign Minister Appeals for Release of Ghanaian POWs During Ukraine Visit
On a rare diplomatic mission to Kyiv on Wednesday, Ghana’s Foreign Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, appealed to Volodymyr Zelenskyy for the release of two Ghanaian […]
Ramaphosa Welcomes Return of South Africans Recruited into Russia-Ukraine War
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday welcomed the return of nationals who were reportedly lured into the Russia-Ukraine war, following diplomatic engagement between Pretoria […]