Chad Commits 750 Troops to UN-Backed Anti-Gang Mission in Haiti
Chad has announced plans to deploy 750 security personnel to Haiti as part of a United Nations-backed mission aimed at combating escalating gang violence in […]
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Nigeria Arrests 15 After Viral Festival Assault Videos Spark Outrage
Authorities in Nigeria have arrested 15 suspects following viral videos showing alleged sexual assaults during a community festival in Delta State. The footage, widely shared […]
AU urges member States to ratify convention to end violence against women
The African Union has called on member States that have not yet ratified the Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls to take action, […]
Al Qaeda-Linked Militants Kill Over a Dozen Soldiers in Northern Burkina Faso
At least a dozen soldiers have been killed in an attack by militants linked to Al Qaeda in northern Burkina Faso, according to security and […]
Curfew imposed in Nigeria’s Plateau State after deadly gun attack
At least 20 people have been killed following a late-night attack by gunmen in a University community in north-central Nigeria. The assault, which occurred on […]
Sonko Pledges Security Overhaul and Reforms at UCAD After Feb. 9 Student Death
Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko on Tuesday assured lawmakers in Dakar that security would be reinforced at Cheikh Anta Diop University (UCAD), following violent protests […]
Senegal Prosecutor Outlines Preliminary Findings in Death of Student Abdoulaye Ba
The public prosecutor, Ibrahima Ndoye, has disclosed initial findings regarding the death of student Abdoulaye Ba, days after the tragic incident. Speaking at a press […]
South African Government Weighs Army Deployment Amid Surge in Gang Violence
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the South African Government is considering deploying the Army to gang violence hotspots as part of efforts to curb persistent […]
US boosts defence ties with Nigeria through delivery of critical military supplies
The United States has delivered what it described as “critical” military supplies to Nigerian forces in Abuja as part of efforts to deepen bilateral defence […]
Ethiopia Confirms June 2026 Elections Despite Ongoing Conflicts
Ethiopia will proceed with parliamentary elections on 1 June next year, the Electoral Commission has confirmed on 9 December, even as the country grapples with […]