Niger says it will open an investigation into the sale of a Martian meteorite discovered in the West African country’s Agadez region in 2023.

Facing mounting pressure from supporters and critics alike, the Trump administration says it will ask the courts to unseal secret files related to the Jeffrey Epstein case. The move comes as the White House attempts to contain a political firestorm that some analysts say it helped ignite.

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune says he is ready to help mediate between Malian authorities and rebel forces in the country’s north but only if Mali makes an official request for intervention.

Friday’s meeting in Istanbul is seen as a critical step in reviving diplomacy, but whether it leads to full-scale negotiations or an eventual return to the 2015 nuclear deal remains uncertain.

Indonesian rescuers evacuating people from a passenger ferry that caught fire at sea said Monday more than 560 were rescued and three died.

Nearly a month after deadly anti-government protests shook the Kenyan capital, prominent human rights activist Boniface Mwangi is facing terrorism-related charges for his alleged role in the demonstrations.

Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki has issued a warning to neighbouring Ethiopia, cautioning against the possibility of renewed conflict as tensions escalate in the Horn of Africa.

A long-awaited breeze of hope is emerging in the eastern DRC. After years of violence and the displacement of countless civilians, a principle agreement has been signed between the Congolese government and the M23 rebel movement, often accused of receiving support from Rwanda.

As more and more countries face democratic challenges, Senegalese journalist Ousmane Ndiaye explores the myths surrounding democratic backslides in Africa and warns of the risks ahead in his newly-released book, “Africa against democracy: myths, denial and dangers”.

A new mural in north-eastern Paris revives the spirit of legendary entertainer, activist and French resistance member Josephine Baker, and her love for both her country, the United States, and her elected home city, Paris.

Eastern Libyan authorities have sent hundreds of Sudanese back to their war-torn home country, officials said Saturday, in a crackdown on migrants seeking to flee conflict and poverty for Europe by way of the the Mediterranean nation.

The attackers, locally known as “bandits”, frequently target farmers, villages and schools in northwestern Nigeria.

Zimbabwe qualified for the Rugby World Cup for the first time since 1991 after upsetting Namibia 30-28 in the Africa Cup final on Saturday.

The violent clashes between the Druze minority, Bedouins and other armed groups in the southern province of Sweida have left at least 900 people dead. Some reports suggest that fighting may have halted early on Sunday.

A far-reaching truce aimed at ending the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been signed by the Congolese government and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group. The agreement, reached in Doha, Qatar, includes a permanent halt to hostilities on land, in the air, and on water.

Rwandan opposition figure Victoire Ingabire will remain behind bars after a Kigali court denied her bail. Judges at the Kicukiro Primary Court cited fears she could flee or interfere with an ongoing investigation.

The Democratic Republic of Congo has signed a framework agreement with American mining firm KoBold Metals to explore critical mineral resources. The signing took place Thursday in Kinshasa, in the presence of President Félix Tshisekedi.

In a significant step toward ending years of violence, the M23 rebel group and the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have signed a ceasefire agreement aimed at halting fighting in the country’s troubled eastern region.

Fans poured out of Rabat’s Olympic Stadium in high spirits on Sunday evening, following Morocco’s 3–1 win over Mali in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The victory secured the Atlas Lionesses a spot in the semi-finals and brought waves of celebration to the capital.

Dozens of chefs, community cooks, caterers, and culinary students are rolling up their sleeves in kitchens across South Africa this Mandela Day, united by one mission: fighting hunger, one pot of soup at a time.

Candidacy submissions in Cameroon officially opened on Monday for October’s presidential election. But it wasn’t until Thursday that things gathered momentum, when President Paul Biya filed his candidacy via his proxy Jean Nkuete.

In 2006, the United Nations declared July 18 Nelson Mandela International Day in recognition of his contribution to the struggle for democracy internationally and the promotion of a culture of peace throughout the world.

Renewed fighting erupted overnight into Friday between armed Druze groups and Bedouin clan members in southern Syria.

“He will be able to speak on equal terms with the leaders of the Sahel States Alliance,” highlights a diplomatic source.

The European Union and Britain on Friday ramped up pressure on Russia over its war on Ukraine, targeting Moscow’s energy sector, shadow fleet of aging oil tankers and military intelligence service with new sanctions.

Top church leaders in Jerusalem made a rare solidarity visit to Gaza on Friday, just one day after an Israeli shell hit its only Catholic church, resulting in three fatalities.

Government critics in Eswatini have accused the government of selling out the country after it took in five men accused of violent crimes who were deported from the US.

No team dominated the opening round, as group-toppers Nigeria, Morocco, and South Africa each dropped points, and none completed a clean sweep of victories

Kickball, a blend of football and baseball. It’s played with feet instead of bats like in baseball, and there are no men involved.

Thousands joined protests across the United States on Thursday, held in memory of John Lewis and in opposition to President Donald Trump’s recent policies.

Mourners gathered Thursday evening in Gaza City for the funeral of two Christians killed when an Israeli shell struck Gaza’s only Catholic church compound earlier that day.

Global aid organizations are experiencing the effects of the Trump administration’s choice to close USAID and reduce funding for other aid groups.

Former world number two Ons Jabeur steps back from women’s tennis tour, saying “it’s time to breathe, to heal, and to rediscover the joy of simply living.”

Togo’s citizens headed to polling stations on Thursday to elect 1527 municipal representatives. But following recent protests against long-time president Faure Gnassingbé that faced heavy repression, many stayed at home out of fear or political apathy.

The disclosure is notable, as Trump has historically kept much of his health information private. The White House has not released further details on his current treatment plan, but officials emphasized the condition poses no serious health threat.

Brazil’s president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Thursday night condemned US president threats to raise import taxes on Brazil, mainly because he didn’t like the way it was treating former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro.

Long periods of solitary confinement can cause cognitive disturbances, including depression, paranoia and psychosis, according to NGO Penal Reform International.

While no violence was reported, Monrovia’s usually bustling streets were quieter than normal, as many residents opted to stay home, fearing possible unrest. President Boakai’s office has yet to respond publicly to the protest or its demands.

No group has claimed responsibility, but the attacks have heightened tensions between Baghdad and Kurdish authorities, raising concerns about the region’s energy security.

Local farmers still struggle with financing, fair pay, and ethical labor practices while East Africa Leads with Nearly 6% Growth as the Continent Eyes a 4% Economic Rise in 2025.