Nigerian President General Abdourahamane Tchiani, has accused France, the European Union and Western countries of funding armed groups in the Sahel, alleging that Paris "financed" and "directed" the 18 June attack on Niamey's international airport.
Burkina Faso has introduced military cadet uniforms made from traditional handwoven fabric, blending national service with the country's rich cultural heritage.
Supporters of Niger's military-led authorities praised security and governance reforms on Saturday as the country marked three years since the takeover that brought the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland (CNSP) to power.
Four seasoned stateswomen are leading a historic charge to become the first-ever female United Nations Secretary-General.
The High Commissioner of Namibia to Botswana, Elizabeth Naukongo Kakukuru, on Friday rallied the members of the diplomatic corps accredited to Botswana to elevate the visibility of both countries on the global stage.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is struggling to contain a worsening Ebola outbreak that has killed more than 1,000 people and infected 2,536, as conflict, mass displacement and limited healthcare continue to fuel the spread of the Bundibugyo strain.
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus urged African leaders to strengthen health systems and tackle the root causes of disease as the continent looks to reduce its reliance on external health funding.
Namibia is set to host and lead the Sixth Ordinary Session of the African Union Specialised Technical Committee on Social Development, Labour and Employment.
Held in a tripartite format, the session will be from 27 to 31 July 2026 in Windhoek.
Former South African Public Protector Prof Thuli Madonsela has urged employers to work with the government to address South Africa's immigration challenges, warning that violence against undocumented migrants could harm trade, investor confidence and the country's standing in Africa.
Andy Burnham officially becomes Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, taking over from Keir Starmer at Number 10 Downing Street in London on Monday, July 20.
