Malawian nationals gathered outside Malawi's Consulate General in Johannesburg on Thursday, saying they feared for their safety as a June 30 ultimatum from anti-migrant groups drew closer.

A Mexican Air Force mission was sent to Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes caused severe damage and left multiple victims across the South American country.

Footage shows aircraft departing from a military base in the State of Mexico, carrying rescue teams, medical assistance and humanitarian aid.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has warned that anyone trying to disrupt the country on June 30 will face the law, as tensions build around an anti-foreigner deadline pushed by anti-illegal-immigration groups.

Volunteers in Caracas rushed into the streets on Thursday after a fresh aftershock rattled the Venezuelan capital to help the victims of the powerful earthquakes that struck the country earlier this day.

AFC-M23 group leader Corneille Nangaa accused Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi of making a 'declaration of war' during a press conference in Goma on Thursday, following remarks about retaking territories held by the movement.

He argued that the comments amounted to an end to the Doha peace process.

Dozens of protesters marched through the streets of Cape Town on Saturday, calling for stronger action against illegal immigration and urging government authorities to address the alleged growing impact of undocumented migration on South African society.

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan spoke about the rapid development and growing importance of the African continent during the SPIEF plenary session on Friday.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed cast his ballot in Jimma Zone, Oromia Region, on Monday, warning of alleged interference in the national election by external forces.

Ethiopian President Taye Atske-Selassie on Monday cast his ballot in the country’s seventh national general election, telling supporters outside, "The ballot is stronger than the bullet," amid ongoing political tensions and security challenges.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu stated that Nigeria cannot address its 'security' challenges alone and is seeking 'pragmatic collaboration' and partnerships with its neighbours to tackle the issue while speaking during the Africa CEO Summit in Kigali on Friday.