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- [Nigeria: France Deepens Defence Ties With Nigeria](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-france-deepens-defence-ties-with-nigeria/) - Abuja — France has reiterated its commitment to strengthening defence cooperation with Nigeria, underscoring the shared responsibility of both nations in promoting regional stability, countering emerging threats, and building sustainable military capacity. The pledge was made yesterday by the French Defence Attaché to Nigeria, Colonel Stéphane Useo, during a bilateral meeting with the Chief of
- [Ghana: Inflation Drops to 3.8 Percent in January - Lowest in Nearly 30 Years](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-inflation-drops-to-3-8-percent-in-january-lowest-in-nearly-30-years/) - The country's year-on-year inflation rate eased further to 3.8 per cent in January 2026 from 5.4 per cent in December 2025 on the back of strong macroeconomic stability and improved economic conditions, the Government Statistician, Dr Alhasan Iddrisu, has said. The January inflation rate was the lowest recorded since August 1999, when inflation stood at
- [Ghana: President Directs Probe Into Cash-for-Scholarship Claims](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-president-directs-probe-into-cash-for-scholarship-claims/) - PRESIDENT John Dramani Mahama has directed the National Investigation Bureau (NIB) to conduct a full-scale probe into allegations of improper practices in the award of government overseas scholarship. The directive, publicised by the Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, follows allegations by the former Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme,
- [Cote d'Ivoire: Côte d'Ivoire Host World Cup Trophy Tour](https://breakingafricanews.com/cote-divoire-cote-divoire-host-world-cup-trophy-tour/) - The FIFA World Cup™ Original Trophy arrived in Abidjan on Tuesday as part of the FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola, continuing its journey across Africa ahead of the expanded 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada. The iconic trophy touched down at the Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport at around 10:00am local
- [Nigeria: Extremists Kill Over 100 in Western Villages](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-extremists-kill-over-100-in-western-villages/) - Nigerian militants have attacked villages in western Kwara state, killing at least 162 people, according to the Red Cross. A member of parliament said that two villages, Woro and Nuku, bore the brunt of the attack. Armed extremists attacked a pair of villages in western Nigeria overnight, a lawmaker and medics said on Wednesday, killing
- [Africa: From TikTok and AI to Colonial Abuses, Film Festival Highlights African Vision](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-from-tiktok-and-ai-to-colonial-abuses-film-festival-highlights-african-vision/) - The Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival, in central France, is the largest of its kind in the world, with more than 500 films screened during a week-long event. Its African Perspectives section this year tackles themes from social media to colonial archives. Tim Redford, in charge of the festival's international competition and the African Perspectives
- [Zimbabwe: Walter Magaya Granted Bail](https://breakingafricanews.com/zimbabwe-walter-magaya-granted-bail/) - The High Court has granted bail to Prophetic Healing and Deliverance (PHD) leader Walter Magaya in the amount of US$3,000. To secure his release, Magaya was ordered to reside at his provided address and report to the police every Monday and Friday. Additionally, he must surrender his passport to the clerk of court and title
- [Africa: South Africa Secures Full Afreximbank Membership with US$8 Billion Programme to Enhance Trade and Create Jobs](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-south-africa-secures-full-afreximbank-membership-with-us8-billion-programme-to-enhance-trade-and-create-jobs/) - South Africa has become a full member of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), the continent’s largest trade institution, and has qualified for an initial $8 billion financing package that will help boost the mining, automaking and manufacturing sectors. Speaking at the signing ceremony in Johannesburg, President Cyril Ramaphosa welcomed the agreement which he said “will
- [Snoop Dogg surprises Italy by joining Olympic torch relay in Gallarate](https://breakingafricanews.com/snoop-dogg-surprises-italy-by-joining-olympic-torch-relay-in-gallarate/) - Videos of his relaxed jog quickly spread online, mixing jokes and cheers. Dressed in the official white kit, the rapper emerged from the crowd and carried the flame from Via Pegoraro to Piazza Libertà, waving at students and breaking into a few dance steps. Snoop, already a familiar olympic face from Paris 2024, is back
- [Morocco orders mass evacuations as flood risk soars](https://breakingafricanews.com/morocco-orders-mass-evacuations-as-flood-risk-soars/) - More than 108,000 evacuations have been recorded by Morocco’s Interior Ministry since heavy rains caused water levels to rise in Ksar El Kebir province last Friday. Local authorities, who are continuing emergency operations, have urged residents in flood‑prone areas of the northwestern plains to leave immediately. Flood risks are increasing due to heavy rainfall, swollen
- [Niger military government to sue French uranium giant over environment](https://breakingafricanews.com/niger-military-government-to-sue-french-uranium-giant-over-environment/) - Niger’s military-led authorities said on Wednesday that they will take French uranium giant Orano to court, accusing the company of creating an “ecological disaster” in the country. It claims the firm is storing 400 barrels of radioactive material at a site near Arlit in northern Niger, where Orano previously operated uranium mines. Justice Minister Alio
- [Governance, integrity and youth: African leaders set agenda in Dubai](https://breakingafricanews.com/governance-integrity-and-youth-african-leaders-set-agenda-in-dubai/) - At the World Government Summit in Dubai, Botswana’s president urged young Africans to remain on the continent and turn their ideas into economic success, while calling for more transparent and accountable governance to ensure that growth benefits all. According to Botswana’s Ministry for the State President, Hon. Moeti Caesar Mohwasa, the government has launched a
- [Kenyan president announces tax relief measures to ease cost of living](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenyan-president-announces-tax-relief-measures-to-ease-cost-of-living/) - Kenya’s President William Ruto has announced new tax relief measures for low- and middle-income earners to ease the cost of living. People earning KSh30,000 and below per month (approximately $233) will be exempt from income tax, while those earning up to KSh50,000 (about $388) will see their taxes cut to 25 per cent. The current
- [Egypt's Sisi, Turkey's Erdogan discuss Gaza, Iran in Cairo](https://breakingafricanews.com/egypts-sisi-turkeys-erdogan-discuss-gaza-iran-in-cairo/) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Cairo on Wednesday, sealing a raft of new partnership deals and signalling a united front on regional crises in Iran, Sudan and Gaza. Relations between Cairo and Ankara have thawed after nearly a decade of estrangement that followed Sisi's removal of the Muslim
- [Spain on red alert as Storm Leonardo unleashes torrential rain and floods](https://breakingafricanews.com/spain-on-red-alert-as-storm-leonardo-unleashes-torrential-rain-and-floods/) - In the town of Grazalema, in Cádiz province, more than 470 litres of rain have already fallen, overwhelming underground channels and pushing river water into the streets. About 60 residents from low-lying neighbourhoods were evacuated, with the mayor warning that homes further uphill could be affected later on 5 February. The region remains under red
- [Moroccan security forces carry out evacuations as floods hit north](https://breakingafricanews.com/moroccan-security-forces-carry-out-evacuations-as-floods-hit-north/) - More than 50,000 people have been evacuated from their homes in northern Morocco due to severe weather and heavy rainfall affecting several provinces, the interior ministry told AFP on Tuesday. The evacuations began on Friday, mostly in Larache province, where the city of Ksar El Kebir -- about 100 kilometres (62 miles) south of Tangier
- [Russian drones strike Kyiv as capital battles power cuts and cold](https://breakingafricanews.com/russian-drones-strike-kyiv-as-capital-battles-power-cuts-and-cold/) - Officials said at least one person was injured overnight after drones hit several districts. The State Emergency Service reported damage to civilian infrastructure, including residential buildings and cars. Video shared online showed firefighters tackling a blaze in heavy snow. The attacks come as many neighbourhoods already deal with power cuts and heating problems. Crews worked
- [N'Golo Kanté completes move to Turkey's Fenerbahce](https://breakingafricanews.com/ngolo-kante-completes-move-to-turkeys-fenerbahce/) - France midfielder N'Golo Kante arrived on Wednesday night in Istanbul to join Fenerbahce, leaving Al-Ittihad and Saudi Arabia and aiming to further his claim for a place in France's World Cup finals squad. Kante, who turns 35 next month, had been set to move to Istanbul earlier but the transfer seemed to have failed due
- [Education emerges as Africa’s top priority at World Government Summit](https://breakingafricanews.com/education-emerges-as-africas-top-priority-at-world-government-summit/) - Education has emerged as the primary driver of Africa’s transformation, according to discussions held at the World Government Summit in Dubai. The issue has taken on new urgency as demographic projections show that by 2050, nearly half of Africa’s population will be under the age of 25, placing unprecedented pressure on education systems across the
- [Olympians turn runway models as IOC unveils teams' uniforms](https://breakingafricanews.com/olympians-turn-runway-models-as-ioc-unveils-teams-uniforms/) - The IOC hosted a fashion showcase at Clubhouse26 in Milan, where Olympians walked a runway wearing team kits, opening ceremony looks and a new Olympic outerwear collection. Italian style was front and centre, with Salomon also presenting uniforms for volunteers and staff, designed for both city streets and mountain venues. Team USA revealed classic Ralph
- [US and Iran reopen nuclear talks despite deep divisions and military threats](https://breakingafricanews.com/us-and-iran-reopen-nuclear-talks-despite-deep-divisions-and-military-threats/) - Iran and the US are set to return to the negotiating table for Nuclear talks on Friday. The White House has since confirmed the discussions, easing uncertainty that had surrounded the talks. Regional powers including Egypt, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Oman have been pushing Washington to keep diplomacy alive, warning against another war in
- [Ghana and Zambia sign visa-free travel agreement](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-and-zambia-sign-visa-free-travel-agreement/) - Ghana and Zambia have agreed to abolish visa requirements for each other’s citizens, marking a major step toward closer regional integration and easier cross-border movement. The deal was confirmed by Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, during President John Dramani Mahama’s official visit to Zambia. The three-day trip is focused on expanding diplomatic engagement,
- [UN warns Islamic State threat growing, situation urgent in West Africa, Sahel](https://breakingafricanews.com/un-warns-islamic-state-threat-growing-situation-urgent-in-west-africa-sahel/) - Acting Undersecretary-General of the U.N. Office of Counter-Terrorism Alexandre Zouev told the Security Council on Wednesday that the threat posed by the Islamic State group has increased steadily and remains multipolar and increasingly complex, with the situation in West Africa and the Sahel especially urgent. "The group and its affiliates continued to adapt and demonstrate
- [Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea sign agreement for cross-border gas project](https://breakingafricanews.com/cameroon-equatorial-guinea-sign-agreement-for-cross-border-gas-project/) - The neighbouring nations want to cooperate economically by extracting LNG (liquid natural gas) from the Yoyo-Yolanda gas field, which straddles the two countries. It's celebrated as a major step towards closer economic cooperation. On Tuesday, Equatorial Guinea and Cameroon signed in an official ceremony taking place at the People’s Palace in Malabo an operating agreement
- [Uganda: Police Urge Men Facing Domestic Violence to Speak Out](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-police-urge-men-facing-domestic-violence-to-speak-out/) - Men experiencing domestic violence are being urged to report their cases to police, with authorities dismissing the perception that only women are listened to or protected. Racheal Kawala, the spokesperson for Kampala Police Metropolitan says there is a widespread belief among men that reporting abuse will lead to ridicule or dismissal. However, she insists this
- [Ghana: 1978/82 Afcon Winners Living in Squalor - Haruna Yussif Speaks Out](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-1978-82-afcon-winners-living-in-squalor-haruna-yussif-speaks-out/) - Once a tireless overlapping right-back who wore the Black Stars jersey with pride, Haruna Yussif, former Deputy Captain of Ghana's senior national team, now struggles to stand upright without support. Time has not been kind to him. Age, illness and neglect have replaced the roar of packed stadiums and the joy of continental triumphs. Yet,
- [Nigeria: '10 Radiotherapy Machines Insufficient for Over 200m Nigerians'](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-10-radiotherapy-machines-insufficient-for-over-200m-nigerians/) - In this exclusive interview with Daily Trust, the president of the Nigerian Cancer Society, Abidemi Omonisi, offers an assessment of cancer situation in the country. He discusses government investments, gaps in service delivery, workforce migration, the role of private and philanthropic support and need for sustainable funding. How would you assess Nigeria in the fight
- [Nigeria: Policeman, 16 Villagers Killed in Benue Market Attack](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-policeman-16-villagers-killed-in-benue-market-attack/) - At least 17 people, including a Mobile Police officer, have been reportedly killed following an attack by armed invaders at a rural market in Abande settlement of Mbaikyor Ward, Turan district, Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State. Locals told our correspondent on the telephone that the attack, which occurred on Tuesday, was carried out
- [Nigeria: Lack of Schools Fuelling Child Marriages in Northern Nigeria - - Emir of Kano](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-lack-of-schools-fuelling-child-marriages-in-northern-nigeria-emir-of-kano/) - The 16th Emir of Kano, His Highness Muhammadu Sanusi II, has blamed the persistence of child marriage in parts of Northern Nigeria on the failure of government to provide adequate schools and structured opportunities for young girls after primary education. Sanusi II made the remarks on Wednesday during an interview on Channels Television's breakfast show,
- [South Africa: Kruger National Park Restores Infrastructure](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-kruger-national-park-restores-infrastructure/) - Restoration work is underway in the Kruger National Park following the flood damage sustained last month, says the South African National Parks (SANParks). The floods caused extensive damage to roads, bridges, tourism facilities, and staff living quarters. The park's H7 Route (Orpen Gate to Satara) is now open to traffic. "Due to significant flood damage
- [Nigeria: Epstein Wanted to Trade in Nigeria's Crude Oil, but Feared Being Defrauded](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-epstein-wanted-to-trade-in-nigerias-crude-oil-but-feared-being-defrauded/) - The newly released documents include numerous emails between Mr Epstein and people in his small, ultra-circle. Newly released documents show an email correspondence between Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender, and a certain David Stern about a potential business deal to trade in Nigerian oil. The document, obtained by PREMIUM TIMES, forms a part of
- [Nigeria: Insecurity - U.S. Military Confirms Deployment of 'Small Team' to Nigeria](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-insecurity-u-s-military-confirms-deployment-of-small-team-to-nigeria/) - The deployment comes amid a long-running insurgency in Nigeria, particularly involving Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). The United States military has confirmed that a small team of US forces has been dispatched to Nigeria, marking the first official acknowledgement of American troops operating on the ground in the West African
- [South Africa: National Minimum Wage to Rise to R30.23 Per Hour From March](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-national-minimum-wage-to-rise-to-r30-23-per-hour-from-march/) - Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has announced an increase in the statutory National Minimum Wage (NMW) for 2026, raising it from R28.79 to R30.23 for each ordinary hour worked. "The 1st of March 2026 is the date on which this amendment shall become binding. The R1.44 upward adjustment will benefit all workers, including vulnerable
- [Uganda: Museveni Lines Up Six Witnesses to Defend 2026 Election Victory in Court](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-museveni-lines-up-six-witnesses-to-defend-2026-election-victory-in-court/) - President Museveni has lined up six witnesses who will defend his 2026 election victory in the Supreme Court. The Electoral Commission last month declared Museveni winner of the election with 71.65% of the vote while his main opponent, National Unity Platform's Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, got 24% of the total votes.
- [Ghana: Bill to Rename Kia Expected in Parliament - Majority Leader](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-bill-to-rename-kia-expected-in-parliament-majority-leader/) - A bill to ensure the renaming of the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) to Accra International Airport is expected to be brought to the House by the Minister of Transport, Mr Joseph Bukari Nikpe, during the First Meeting of the Second Session of the Ninth Parliament. The introduction of the bill, known as the Accra International
- [Libya: Saif Al-Islam Gaddafi, Son of Former Libyan Leader, Killed](https://breakingafricanews.com/libya-saif-al-islam-gaddafi-son-of-former-libyan-leader-killed/) - Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the 53-year-old son of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been reportedly shot dead. His lawyer, Khaled al-Zaidi, said that a four-man commando unit assassinated him at his home in Zintan, though it was not clear who may have been behind the attack. His sister offered a conflicting account, claiming that he
- [Tunisia court upholds and extends prison sentences for political opponents](https://breakingafricanews.com/tunisia-court-upholds-and-extends-prison-sentences-for-political-opponents/) - Since 2023, the "Conspiracy 2" case has seen Tunisia's opposition flee the country or face heavy sentences in prison. The sentences in the case, in which the government has accused leading opposition members of conspiring against it, have just been upheld and even extended by a court. Rached Ghannouchi is facing death in prison. The
- [Sudanese military says it has broken siege on key Kordofan city](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudanese-military-says-it-has-broken-siege-on-key-kordofan-city/) - Sudan’s army says its forces have reached the South Kordofan capital of Kadugli, ending a more than two year siege by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. The military says the breakthrough came during a “heroic battle” to open a crucial road between Kadugli and the neighbouring town of Dilling. General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the de
- [DR Congo: authorities call for calm after drone attacks on airport](https://breakingafricanews.com/dr-congo-authorities-call-for-calm-after-drone-attacks-on-airport/) - Drones targeted a strategic airport in the city of Kisangani in the northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo over the weekend, the provincial government said Monday. No claim of responsibility has been made for the drone attack but local authorities accuse the armed M23 anti-governmental group and its ally Rwanda of being behind it. The explosive
- [Severe floods in northern Morocco displace over 50,000 people](https://breakingafricanews.com/severe-floods-in-northern-morocco-displace-over-50000-people/) - Parts of northern Morocco, especially the Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region, are grappling with severe flooding after sustained rainfall topping 600 mm since September 2025, reversing years of drought. Authorities say more than 50,000 people have been displaced across the north, nearly half of Ksar El Kebir’s population. Access to the city is limited to outbound traffic,
- [Ethiopian PM accuses Eritrea of committing atrocities during Tigray War](https://breakingafricanews.com/ethiopian-pm-accuses-eritrea-of-committing-atrocities-during-tigray-war/) - In the latest twist in their volatile relations, Ethiopia on Tuesday accused its former ally, Eritrea, of committing mass killings during the two-year war in Tigray which ended in 2022. Eritrean forces fought alongside the Ethiopian army against the Tigray People’s Liberation Front for control of Tigray, which borders Eritrea. In an address to parliament,
- [World Governments Summit 2026 in Dubai focuses on the future](https://breakingafricanews.com/world-governments-summit-2026-in-dubai-focuses-on-the-future/) - The World Governments Summit opened in Dubai on Monday, bringing together heads of state, ministers, experts, and entrepreneurs to discuss new models of governance. Discussions focused on artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and governments’ ability to anticipate tomorrow’s challenges. Exchanges that set the tone for a summit firmly focused on the future. The Kingdom of Lesotho’s
- [Son of Moammar Gadhafi, Seif al-Islam Gadhafi, killed in Libya](https://breakingafricanews.com/son-of-moammar-gadhafi-seif-al-islam-gadhafi-killed-in-libya/) - Seif al-Islam Gadhafi, the son of former Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi, has been killed in the town of Zintan, Libyan officials said on Tuesday. The circumstances of his death have not been announced but local media are reporting that he was killed by armed men in his home. Born in June 1972, Seif al-Islam earned
- [Appeal trial of accused Franco-Rwandan genocidaire opens in Paris](https://breakingafricanews.com/appeal-trial-of-accused-franco-rwandan-genocidaire-opens-in-paris/) - The appeal trial of an accused Franco-Rwandan genocidaire opened at the Paris Court of Assize on Tuesday. Claude Muhayimana was convicted of complicity in genocide and crimes against humanity at his first trial in 2021. He was sentenced to 14 years in prison. The former driver is accused of transporting Hutu militiamen to massacre sites
- [Mark Rutte visits damaged Kyiv energy site as Russia steps up attacks](https://breakingafricanews.com/mark-rutte-visits-damaged-kyiv-energy-site-as-russia-steps-up-attacks/) - NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte made an unannounced visit to Kyiv on 3 February as Russia launched a major missile and drone assault across Ukraine. He visited a damaged energy site in Kyiv after Russian strikes on homes and infrastructure as the city endured minus 25°C temperatures. The plant supplies heat to thousands of residents.
- [Gaza residents return to Khan Younis after Rafah reopens](https://breakingafricanews.com/gaza-residents-return-to-khan-younis-after-rafah-reopens/) - After the Rafah crossing with Egypt reopened partially on Tuesday, some Palestinians were allowed back into Khan Younis. The trip took hours. One woman described long waits and exhaustion, while worrying about relatives left behind. People gathered on both sides of the border, hoping their names would be called. On the Egyptian side were patients
- [Lagos State Assembly orders pause in Makoko demolitions after protests](https://breakingafricanews.com/lagos-state-assembly-orders-pause-in-makoko-demolitions-after-protests/) - The Lagos State Assembly has stepped in to stop ongoing demolitions in the waterfront community of Makoko after protests last week by residents and rights groups. Peaceful demonstrations at the Assembly turned violent as police fired teargas and attempted arrests. Activists have condemned the police actions and are calling for an independent investigation and the
- [2026 World Governments Summit: Can Africa’s next decade work for its young people?](https://breakingafricanews.com/2026-world-governments-summit-can-africas-next-decade-work-for-its-young-people/) - African leaders at the World Governments Summit in Dubai will take part on Wednesday in a panel discussion on a key issue for African youth: Can the next 10 years be the continent's decade? Many young people across the continent regularly express their frustrations about high unemployment, lack of opportunities and the growing burden of
- [Somali mothers strenghten Minneapolis community with traditional tea](https://breakingafricanews.com/somali-mothers-strenghten-minneapolis-community-with-traditional-tea/) - A group of dozens of Somali mothers in Minneapolis are quietly resisting the surge in United States federal immigration officers in the area by brewing traditional tea. Community organiser Nasro Hassen and her neighbours hand out the steaming cups to people on the streets who monitor for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in subfreezing
- [Tanzania: Qatar Seeks 1,150 Tanzanian Drivers](https://breakingafricanews.com/tanzania-qatar-seeks-1150-tanzanian-drivers/) - Dodoma — THE Prime Minister's Office Labour, Employment and Relations has announced 1,150 job opportunities for Tanzanian drivers in Qatar, as part of ongoing efforts to expand employment opportunities for citizens beyond the country's borders. The positions, offered by Qatar's public transport company Mowasalat, are being facilitated in partnership with Almah Travel and Tours Company
- [Nigeria: Chinese Investors Invest $20m in Jigawa](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-chinese-investors-invest-20m-in-jigawa/) - Chinese investors have announced plans to inject $20 million into livestock, poultry, and agricultural development in Jigawa State to boost food production, create jobs, and expand Nigeria's export capacity. The commitment followed a tour of farmlands across the state, during which the investors assessed Jigawa's vast arable land and agricultural potential. Leader of the delegation,
- [Zimbabwe: Major Dams Near Full As Water Levels Surge After Rains](https://breakingafricanews.com/zimbabwe-major-dams-near-full-as-water-levels-surge-after-rains/) - The country's major dams are on average more than 90% full signalling one of the strongest water storage positions in recent years following sustained rainfall across much of the country. Figures released by the Zimbabwe National Water Authority (Zinwa) show that national dam levels stood at an average of 90.3% capacity as of 2 February
- [Kenya: The Real Bosses of Kenya's Matatus Revealed After Chaos](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-the-real-bosses-of-kenyas-matatus-revealed-after-chaos/) - Nairobi — Nairobi's Monday morning traffic chaos was not an accident. It was planned, sabotaged, and avoidable. That is the message from the Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK) after confusion rocked the city just hours after transport leaders claimed a nationwide matatu strike had been called off. In a response to Capital FM, MAK said
- [Liberia: Mrs. Sirleaf Visits Clar Hope Foundation Amid Scrutiny](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-mrs-sirleaf-visits-clar-hope-foundation-amid-scrutiny/) - Margibi County — Amid controversy over the funding of the Clar Hope Foundation, Former Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf paid a visit to the foundation's premises in Marshall, where she was warmly received and seen interacting with pupils in a classroom setting. Her visit and subsequent engagement with the children signaled concern and solidarity amid
- [Uganda: Man Who Fakes Daughter's Death to Get Condolence Money Arrested](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-man-who-fakes-daughters-death-to-get-condolence-money-arrested/) - Police in Kampala have arrested a 36-year-old man who targeted churches by faking the death of his daughter to get condolence money. Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson, Superintendent of Police Racheal Kawala said David Ashabahebwa, a resident of Nsambya Kirombe zone, Makindye division in Kampala was arrested on Sunday after asking for condolence money while at
- [Uganda: How Uganda Is Building the Next Generation of Content Creators](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-how-uganda-is-building-the-next-generation-of-content-creators/) - Uganda's creative economy is stepping into a new phase, driven by expanded digital infrastructure, targeted skilling programmes and growing collaboration between government and private sector players. This transformation took centre stage in Episode 9 of The Ugandan Podcast, convened by the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance in partnership with MultiChoice Uganda. The episode brought
- [Nigerian Man Killed Fighting for Russia in Ukraine](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigerian-man-killed-fighting-for-russia-in-ukraine/) - Reports have emerged that a Nigerian national was killed while fighting on the battlefield for Russian forces against Ukraine. The news was confirmed on Monday by journalist Jaafar Jaafar and security analyst Zagazola Makama. Makama, in a post, described the incident as tragic, noting that the man had left his family in Northern Nigeria to
- [Kenya: Njoro Girls' High School Shut Indefinitely Following Student's Death](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-njoro-girls-high-school-shut-indefinitely-following-students-death/) - Nakuru — Njoro Girls' High School in Nakuru County has been closed indefinitely on after unrest erupted following the death of a Form Four student. The student, identified as 18-year-old Brenda Akinyi, died while receiving treatment at Nakuru Teaching and Referral Hospital after reportedly falling ill at school. The cause of her death has not
- [Somalia Launches Emergency Talks As Severe Drought Worsens](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-launches-emergency-talks-as-severe-drought-worsens/) - Mogadishu — Somali officials on Monday held an emergency meeting to address a deepening drought affecting large parts of the country, warning that the crisis has reached a critical stage for both people and livestock. The meeting was chaired by Farah Sheikh Abdulkadir, head of the National Emergency Relief Finance Committee and Somalia's Minister of
- [Nigeria: Lagos Govt Announces $10m Makoko Water City Plan Amid Tension Over Mass Demolition](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-lagos-govt-announces-10m-makoko-water-city-plan-amid-tension-over-mass-demolition/) - The Lagos State Government said the state will contribute $2 million, with the United Nations expected to provide up to $8 million for the "water city" project aimed at modernising the fishing community. The Lagos State Government has announced plans to invest about $10 million in regenerating Makoko, the sprawling waterfront community, even as residents
- [Africa: After a Decade of AU Reform, Collective African Security Remains Elusive](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-after-a-decade-of-au-reform-collective-african-security-remains-elusive/) - The same leaders who routinely invoke 'African solutions' seek external conflict mediation and treat African-led initiatives as optional or secondary. African Union (AU) reforms to improve the body's effectiveness started 10 years ago in 2016. The ongoing process involves enhancing the African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA), which includes structures like the Peace and Security
- [Ghana Pauses Diaspora Citizenship Applications Amid Process Overhaul](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-pauses-diaspora-citizenship-applications-amid-process-overhaul/) - Ghana has paused citizenship applications for members of the African diaspora to make the process more accessible and user-friendly. Since 2016, people able to prove African ancestry, largely descendants of those affected by the transatlantic slave trade, have been eligible for Ghanaian nationality. More than 1,000 people, including African American singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder, have obtained
- [Nigerian army announces death of Boko Haram commander Abu Khalid](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigerian-army-announces-death-of-boko-haram-commander-abu-khalid/) - Nigeria's armed forces said on Sunday that a key commander of the islamist organisation Boko Haram was killed in a night raid by the armed forces in Borno State. Abu Khalid was one of the key figures in the islamist terrorist group Boko Haram, which operates mainly in Nigeria's north. The commander, reportedly the second-in-command
- [Nigeria charges 9 over 2025 Yelwata massacre that killed 150](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-charges-9-over-2025-yelwata-massacre-that-killed-150/) - Prosecutors have charged nine individuals on grounds of terrorism related to one of the deadliest massacres of the past years in Benue state in June 2025. The killings mainly targeted the Yelwata community. About 150 people were killed on 13 June when gunmen, armed with AK-47s, descended upon Yelwata in Nigeria's central Benue state. They
- [Families mourn victims of Congo mine collapse as search for survivors continues](https://breakingafricanews.com/families-mourn-victims-of-congo-mine-collapse-as-search-for-survivors-continues/) - Families members and survivors mourn the victims of last week's Rubaya coltan mine collapse. Kinshasa accuses M23 of illegally exploiting eastern Congo's natural resources. Mourners gathered quietly in the courtyard of a modest home in Goma, eastern Congo on Monday. Family members sat shoulder to shoulder, some staring at their phones, others clutching photographs of
- [As Rafah crossing reopens, Palestinians wait to be reunited with relatives](https://breakingafricanews.com/as-rafah-crossing-reopens-palestinians-wait-to-be-reunited-with-relatives/) - As the Rafah border crossing reopened Monday, many Palestinians waited impatiently at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza for relatives expected to arrive from Egypt. Iman Rashwan, who was sat outside the hospital with her children, told The Associated Press that she was waiting for her mother and sister who left Gaza almost a
- [Kyiv hit by Russian drones: fires and injuries across multiple districts](https://breakingafricanews.com/kyiv-hit-by-russian-drones-fires-and-injuries-across-multiple-districts/) - The Ukrainian State Emergency Service reported hits on civilian infrastructure across several districts. Footage from the scene showed flames on the upper floors of a tall residential building, with firefighters working through the night to contain the blaze. In Darnytskyi, a fire on the 26th floor of a high rise injured one person. In Shevchenkivskyi,
- [South Africa’s Tyla secures second Grammy win](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africas-tyla-secures-second-grammy-win/) - South African pop star Tyla has claimed another major milestone in her fast-rising career, winning the Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance at this year’s ceremony in Los Angeles. The 24-year-old singer earned the honour with her track Push 2 Start, edging out strong competition from leading African acts including Nigeria’s Burna Boy, Davido,
- [Zambia awaits Edgar Lungu’s funeral as burial dispute drags on](https://breakingafricanews.com/zambia-awaits-edgar-lungus-funeral-as-burial-dispute-drags-on/) - Eight months after the death of former Zambian president Edgar Lungu, on 5 June 2025 in South Africa, the question of where he will be buried remains unresolved, despite clear court rulings and growing public interest. In August 2025, the Pretoria High Court ruled that Lungu’s body must be returned to Zambia for a state
- [Emotional reunions at Rafah as Palestinians cross Gaza-Egypt border](https://breakingafricanews.com/emotional-reunions-at-rafah-as-palestinians-cross-gaza-egypt-border/) - At Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, families waited anxiously as the first arrivals came through Rafah, reuniting with relatives who had travelled months earlier for medical treatment. Egyptian officials said around 150 people were expected to leave Gaza and about 50 to enter on the first day, with strict limits in place. Ambulances transported sick
- [Brazil : Thousands in Rio de Janeiro honour sea goddess Yemanjá on the beach](https://breakingafricanews.com/brazil-thousands-in-rio-de-janeiro-honour-sea-goddess-yemanja-on-the-beach/) - Known as Brazil’s wildest “wishing well” party, the ceremony brought together crowds dressed in white, stepping into the sea to the steady rhythm of drums. Flowers and small offerings were carried into the water and released into the waves, as prayers were quietly spoken for well-being, protection and harmony. At the heart of the ritual
- [Yves Saint Laurent's love of theatre explored in new Marrakesh exhibition](https://breakingafricanews.com/yves-saint-laurents-love-of-theatre-explored-in-new-marrakesh-exhibition/) - Yves Saint Laurent and his love of theatre are explored in a new exhibition in Marrakesh. A museum dedicated to the influential fashion designer has brought together costumes, sketches and set designs to show how the stage influenced his work. A costume Yves Saint Laurent designed for French actress Arletty in Jean Cocteau’s play Les
- [Iran: Tehran market blaze sends huge smoke plumes over city traffic](https://breakingafricanews.com/iran-tehran-market-blaze-sends-huge-smoke-plumes-over-city-traffic/) - Footage from the scene showed heavy plumes of smoke rising above nearby buildings and drifting over traffic. Tehran emergency services said the blaze caused no injuries, and no casualties were reported in the first hours. The cause of the fire was not immediately clear. The market, a well known shopping area with stalls and small
- [Guinea-Bissau: opposition leaders refuse offer to join government](https://breakingafricanews.com/guinea-bissau-opposition-leaders-refuse-offer-to-join-government/) - Domingos Simões Pereira and Fernando Dias were liberated last Friday after having been respectively detained and blocked in the Nigerian embassy for the past months. Now, the military authorities offered their movements seats in the government, but both opposition leaders refused. They would not "dirty their names": Guinea-Bissau's two main opposition leaders Domingos Simões Pereira
- [Kenya: Chinese-Backed Rideence to Invest Sh320mn in Ev Assembly Plant in Mombasa](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-chinese-backed-rideence-to-invest-sh320mn-in-ev-assembly-plant-in-mombasa/) - Nairobi — Rideence Africa Limited will invest Sh320 million to begin local assembly of electric vehicles at the Associated Vehicle Assemblers (AVA) plant in Mombasa. The company said the move, aimed at reducing vehicle imports, will start with the assembly of 152 electric vehicles by the end of February 2026. These will include 132 Henrey
- [Nigeria: Reporter's Diary - How Lagos Police's Brutality Against Protesters, Journalists Put My Life in Danger](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-reporters-diary-how-lagos-polices-brutality-against-protesters-journalists-put-my-life-in-danger/) - I could barely breathe. My eyes burned. I gasped for air and repeatedly told the officers, "I cannot breathe. I am a journalist." It did not matter. Leaving home that Wednesday morning to cover a protest in Lagos, it never occurred to me that I could go so close to losing my life. Yet that
- [Africa: AUC Chairperson This Morning Hosted the UK Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, Rt Hon Yvette Cooper](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-auc-chairperson-this-morning-hosted-the-uk-secretary-of-state-for-foreign-commonwealth-and-development-affairs-rt-hon-yvette-cooper/) - The Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. @ymahmoudali, this morning hosted the UK Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, Rt Hon Yvette Cooper @YvetteCooperMP at the AU Headquarters in Addis Ababa. The meeting reaffirmed the enduring Africa-UK partnership & the shared commitment to the preservation of multilateralism & the rules-based international system.
- [Liberia: Court Eviction Leaves Thousands Homeless in Saytown](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-court-eviction-leaves-thousands-homeless-in-saytown/) - Thousands of residents of Say-Town, a suburb of Monrovia, are now homeless following a court-ordered eviction linked to a long-running land dispute between Victoria Johnson Maxwell and Kwii S. Tarniah. On Saturday, January 31, 2026, residents of the Say-Town community awoke to an eviction notice dated January 8, 2026, issued by Civil Law Court Circuit
- [Nigeria: Senator Seeks Judicial Reforms On Conflicting Supreme Court Rulings](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-senator-seeks-judicial-reforms-on-conflicting-supreme-court-rulings/) - Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions, Senator Neda Imasuen, has raised the alarm over what he described as "very disturbing" conflicting judgements emanating from Nigeria's Supreme Court, warning that the trend is undermining confidence in the apex court and worsening its workload. The senator, who represents Edo South Senatorial District,
- [South Africa Clarifies Position On 2026 Wafcon Hosting](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-clarifies-position-on-2026-wafcon-hosting/) - In a media statement, the Ministry of Sport, Arts and Culture addressed remarks previously made by the Deputy Minister at the Hollywoodbets Super League Awards South Africa has moved to clarify its position amid growing speculation surrounding the hosting of the 2026 TotalEnergies Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), stressing that no formal decision has
- [Liberia: Piah Fires Back At Cummings Over Facebook Post](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-piah-fires-back-at-cummings-over-facebook-post/) - Information Minister Jerolinmek Matthew Piah has reacted strongly to a recent Facebook post by Alternative National Congress (ANC) political leader Alexander B. Cummings, which criticized the Boakai administration for failing to address what he described as "bread and butter" issues affecting ordinary Liberians. Cummings, in the post that circulated widely on social media, was quoted
- [Africa: To Develop a Continent, Africa Must Nourish Its Children](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-to-develop-a-continent-africa-must-nourish-its-children/) - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe — Hunger shadowed Mercy Lung'aho's childhood, fueling her campaign to promote nutrition as a foundation for Africa's development. As lead for the Food Security, Nutrition and Health Program at the International Institute for Tropical Agriculture (IITA), this certified nutritionist and researcher, with more than 20 years of championing development, is advocating for an
- [Madagascar: Cyclone Fytia in Madagascar Leaves Three Dead, Flooding Affects Nearly 30,000](https://breakingafricanews.com/madagascar-cyclone-fytia-in-madagascar-leaves-three-dead-flooding-affects-nearly-30000/) - Cyclone Fytia hit Madagascar at the weekend, flooding large parts of the northwest of the main island and leaving three people dead, while impacting nearly 30,000 others. Fytia made landfall near Maunga in the northwest of the country, as a tropical cyclone, with wind gusts of up to 210 km/h. According to a provisional report
- [South Africa: Zuma Had Dinner With Dead Child Sex Offender Jeffrey Epstein in London](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-zuma-had-dinner-with-dead-child-sex-offender-jeffrey-epstein-in-london/) - The US Justice Department released three million pages of documents about dead child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on 23 January. News24 saw emails showing Jacob Zuma had dinner with Epstein and a Russian model at the Ritz Hotel in London in March 2010. Zuma had been president for about 10 months at the time. He
- [Ghana: High Court Adjourns Trial of Ken Ofori-Atta,9 Others to Feb. 26](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-high-court-adjourns-trial-of-ken-ofori-atta9-others-to-feb-26/) - THE High Court has adjourned proceedings in the ongoing trial of the former Minister of Finance, Mr Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta, and nine others to February 26, 2026. The adjournment is to allow for the service of summons on two accused persons who are currently fugitives in the United States of America. The court, in
- [Kenyans Ask - Who Is Really in Control of Matatus After the Chaos?](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenyans-ask-who-is-really-in-control-of-matatus-after-the-chaos/) - Nairobi — Nairobi woke up to confusion and traffic chaos on Monday morning, just hours after transport leaders assured the country that a planned matatu strike had been suspended. On Sunday, the Federation of Public Transport Sector (FPTS) announced that the matatu strike scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, would not go on. The federation
- [South Africa: Anti-Corruption Watchdog Blames Politicians for Dire State of Road Accident Fund](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-anti-corruption-watchdog-blames-politicians-for-dire-state-of-road-accident-fund/) - The anti-corruption watchdog, Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA), says poor leadership, weak governance and faulty administrative processes are responsible for the dire state of the Road Accident Fund (RAF). "It had runaway costs and a lack of controls. I attribute this situation to the Department of Transport," OUTA chief executive Wayne Duvenage told GroundUp. The
- [Africa: How Prepared is Africa for a Nipah Outbreak?](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-how-prepared-is-africa-for-a-nipah-outbreak/) - Nipah is a highly lethal virus that causes severe illness with a high fatality rate, and there are currently no approved vaccines or specific treatments. Scientists are increasingly seeing it as a potential global threat. The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified Nipah infection as a high-priority pathogen. There is an urgent need for a
- [Senegal's football federation says it will not appeal CAF sanctions](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegals-football-federation-says-it-will-not-appeal-caf-sanctions/) - Senegal’s football federation says it has notified the Confederation of African Football that it will not appeal sporting and financial sanctions imposed following the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Earlier this week, the Senegalese government had said it would challenge the restrictions imposed on coach Pape Thiaw and two players. CAF’s ruling follows chaotic scenes
- [Kenya: Nairobi fashion week challenges industry to rethink consumption](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-nairobi-fashion-week-challenges-industry-to-rethink-consumption/) - This year’s Nairobi Fashion Week challenged the industry to rethink production, consumption, and creativity through a sustainability-first lens. The theme explored how designers can reduce environmental impact, embrace ethical practices, and build fashion systems that are regenerative rather than extractive. Decarbonize invited designers and audiences alike to imagine a future where fashion respects the planet
- [Second commercial flight since start of Sudanese war lands at Khartoum airport](https://breakingafricanews.com/second-commercial-flight-since-start-of-sudanese-war-lands-at-khartoum-airport/) - A commercial flight has landed at Khartoum airport for only the second time since Sudan’s civil war broke out almost three years ago. The domestic flight operated by the national flag carrier SUDANAIR took off on Sunday morning from the Red Sea city of Port Sudan. The reopening of the airport is a crucial step
- [Jihadist group releases video it claims shows attack on Niamey airbase](https://breakingafricanews.com/jihadist-group-releases-video-it-claims-shows-attack-on-niamey-airbase/) - The so-called Islamic State released new video on Sunday said to show its attack on an air force base in Niger’s capital Niamey. The footage was aired by the Amaq News Agency, part of the jihadist group’s propaganda wing. Four soldiers were injured and several aircraft damaged in Thursday’s assault on the international airport. The
- [Sisi, King Abdullah reject Gaza displacement plans](https://breakingafricanews.com/sisi-king-abdullah-reject-gaza-displacement-plans/) - Egypt’s President Sisi welcomed Jordan’s King Abdullah to Cairo on Sunday for talks on restoring stability to the Middle East region. The two leaders reiterated their opposition to “any attempts to displace the Palestinian people from their land," according to a statement from the Egyptian presidency. They stressed the need to fully implement the Gaza
- [Bad Bunny makes history with Spanish album win at 2026 Grammy Awards](https://breakingafricanews.com/bad-bunny-makes-history-with-spanish-album-win-at-2026-grammy-awards/) - It was the first time a Spanish language album took the ceremony’s top prize, closing a night that mixed celebration, politics and a sense of change. Accepting the award, presented by Harry Styles, Bad Bunny dedicated the moment to people who left their homeland to follow their dreams. The win carried extra weight after his
- [Venice carnival begins with colorful boat parade and nod to 2026 Olympics](https://breakingafricanews.com/venice-carnival-begins-with-colorful-boat-parade-and-nod-to-2026-olympics/) - Dozens of brightly decorated boats, crewed by rowers in elaborate costumes, moved through the lagoon as crowds gathered on bridges and along the banks. The procession ended near the Rialto Bridge, where clouds of confetti fell over the boats and spectators. The event launched a carnival season built around parades, masquerade balls and street performances
- [Gaza reacts as Rafah crossing set to reopen](https://breakingafricanews.com/gaza-reacts-as-rafah-crossing-set-to-reopen/) - After months of isolation, hopes are rising in Gaza ahead of the expected reopening of the Rafah border crossing with Egypt on Monday, a key part of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. On the streets of the southern city of Khan Younis on Sunday, people followed the news of the possible reopening with cautious optimism, aware that
- [Oromo Liberation Army denies its fighters target civilians](https://breakingafricanews.com/oromo-liberation-army-denies-its-fighters-target-civilians/) - In the forests of Ethiopia’s largest region, a shadow war grinds on. Hunted by government drones, Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) commander Jaal Marroo denies his fighters target civilians. Yet, as a hidden humanitarian crisis deepens, international investigators accuse both sides of atrocities, leaving millions trapped in a deadly stalemate. The government brands the OLA as
- [Fela Kuti makes history with posthumous Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award](https://breakingafricanews.com/fela-kuti-makes-history-with-posthumous-grammy-lifetime-achievement-award/) - Nigeria’s Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti has been posthumously honoured with a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, becoming the first African artist to receive the distinction. The award will be presented in Los Angeles during a special ceremony held on the eve of the main Grammys gala. Fela is being celebrated alongside global music icons including
- [Gaza-Egypt Rafah crossing reopens to limited traffic after long closure](https://breakingafricanews.com/gaza-egypt-rafah-crossing-reopens-to-limited-traffic-after-long-closure/) - A first group of Palestinians reached the Rafah crossing on Monday as Gaza’s border with Egypt partially reopened, with state television showing ambulances and microbuses advancing from the Egyptian side as the gates swung open. Officials from Egypt and Israel said the opening is part of the ceasefire process, with around 50 people expected to
- [Nigeria: Faan Deploys 30 Electric Vehicles At Abuja Airport](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-faan-deploys-30-electric-vehicles-at-abuja-airport/) - The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) on Thursday launched 30 electric vehicles aimed at boosting intra-city transportation across Abuja city. Speaking at the event which held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Abuja, the board chairman of FAAN, Alhaji Abdullahi Umaru Ganduje stated that the event marks an important milestone in FAAN's ongoing efforts
- [Kenya: Treasury Defers New Eurobond Issue After Easing Debt Pressure](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-treasury-defers-new-eurobond-issue-after-easing-debt-pressure/) - Nairobi — Kenya has shifted its external debt strategy to focus on bond maturities beyond 2030 after successfully easing pressure from near-term commercial debt repayments, the National Treasury has said. Public debt officials said the government is no longer under immediate pressure to issue a new Eurobond following recent liability management operations that reduced upcoming
- [Liberia: Cornelia Kruah Faces Senate Confirmation Nomination to Lead Liberia's Ministry of Youth and Sports](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-cornelia-kruah-faces-senate-confirmation-nomination-to-lead-liberias-ministry-of-youth-and-sports/) - Monrovia — President Joseph Boakai's nominee for Minister of Youth and Sports, Attorney Cornelia W. Kruah, will face the Senate on Today Friday, Jan. 30 for confirmation hearings at the Capitol in Monrovia. Kruah was promoted from Deputy Minister for Administration at the Ministry of State for Presidential Affairs after a Jan. 22 nomination. Kruah's
- [West Africa: Ecowas Bloc Hits 4.6% Growth Amid Global Economic Headwinds - President](https://breakingafricanews.com/west-africa-ecowas-bloc-hits-4-6-growth-amid-global-economic-headwinds-president/) - ECOWAS President Dr Omar Touray says the bloc recorded 4.6 per cent economic growth in 2025, in spite of global economic challenges, and envisages 5 per cent growth in 2026. Touray disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja during a meeting with development partners, while highlighting the commission's 2025 Annual Report. He said that ECOWAS outperformed
- [Liberia: Rep. Kpoto Faces Backlash for 'Shielding' Health Minister During Payroll Probe](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-rep-kpoto-faces-backlash-for-shielding-health-minister-during-payroll-probe/) - Monrovia — Lofa County Electoral District #2 Representative Momo Siafa Kpoto came under sharp criticism from his colleagues on Thursday after openly defending Health Minister Dr. Louise Mapleh Kpoto during a legislative probe into delays in placing volunteer teachers and healthcare workers on the government payroll. The Health Minister had been invited, along with other
- [Liberia: George Weah - the Architect of Liberia's 'Planting, Watering, and Harvesting' Seasons](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-george-weah-the-architect-of-liberias-planting-watering-and-harvesting-seasons/) - Monrovia — The name George Manneh Weah is synonymous with greatness. It is a name that resonates far beyond the borders of Liberia, echoing through the corridors of global football history. From the dust-choked pitches of Clara Town to the floodlit cathedrals of European football, Weah's journey is a masterclass in rising from obscurity to
- [South Africa: January Food Prices Rise Again After December Dip](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-january-food-prices-rise-again-after-december-dip/) - Food prices climbed again at the start of the year, according to the latest Household Affordability Index, reversing some of the small relief seen in December. The data shows that the cost of a basic household food basket increased by 1.3% from December to January. This pushed the average monthly food bill to about R5,401
- [Uganda: Security At Bobi's Home Is 'Access Control,' Not Siege, Says Baryomunsi](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-security-at-bobis-home-is-access-control-not-siege-says-baryomunsi/) - The Minister for Information and Communications Technology and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, has defended the continued security deployment at the Magere residence of National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, saying the measures are intended to prevent the premises from being used as "a hub for public disorder."
- [Kenya: One Dose. One Generation. Kenya's Shot At Eliminating Cervical Cancer](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-one-dose-one-generation-kenyas-shot-at-eliminating-cervical-cancer/) - Nairobi — Cervical cancer should not still be taking Kenyan women in their most productive years. Yet it does; quietly, painfully, and often too late. The tragedy is not only the loss, but also that cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers we face. Kenya is estimated to record about 5,845 new cervical
- [Nigeria: Fela Becomes First African to Receive Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-fela-becomes-first-african-to-receive-grammy-lifetime-achievement-award/) - Legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti is set to receive a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammy Awards, nearly three decades after his death, marking a historic first for an African musician, according to the BBC. Widely regarded as the architect of Afrobeat, Fela's recognition comes amid growing global acknowledgement of African music, following
- [Liberia: Health Workers Storm Health Ministry Over Pay](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-health-workers-storm-health-ministry-over-pay/) - Monrovia — Dozens of aggrieved anaesthesia providers on Thursday staged a massive protest at the Ministry of Health in Congo Town, Monrovia, demanding fair salaries, benefits, and formal recognition of their critical role in Liberia's healthcare system. The protestors, drawn from health facilities across the country, said their action followed years of unfulfilled negotiations with
- [Kenya: DPP Ingonga, Italian Envoy Discuss Kenya-Italy Cooperation On Transnational Crime](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-dpp-ingonga-italian-envoy-discuss-kenya-italy-cooperation-on-transnational-crime/) - Nairobi — Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Ingonga on Thursday held a consultative meeting with the Italian Ambassador to Kenya, Vincenzo Del Monaco, aimed at strengthening bilateral and interagency cooperation in the criminal justice sector. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) said the meeting focused on enhancing collaboration between Kenya and
- [Kenya: NYS Breaks Ground On 120 Staff Housing Units At Gilgil Paramilitary Academy](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-nys-breaks-ground-on-120-staff-housing-units-at-gilgil-paramilitary-academy/) - Nairobi — The National Youth Service (NYS) on Wednesday marked a major milestone with the official ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of 120 staff housing units at the NYS Paramilitary Academy in Gilgil, a project aimed at improving staff welfare and strengthening institutional capacity. The ceremony was presided over by Deputy Commandant General (DCG) Evans
- [Nigeria: Yahaya Bello's Trial - How Kogi LGs' N3.1bn Was Disbursed to Private Entities, Individuals - - Witness](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-yahaya-bellos-trial-how-kogi-lgs-n3-1bn-was-disbursed-to-private-entities-individuals-witness/) - seventh prosecution witness before trial judge Emeka Nwite, gave a detailed breakdown of the financial transactions that spanned eight months A bank official, on Thursday, told the Federal High Court in Abuja how about N3.1 billion to some local governments in Kogi State was transferred into a private company's account and further distributed to other
- [Africa: The 99% Don't Need a Billionaires' Forum. They Need Democratic Power](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-the-99-dont-need-a-billionaires-forum-they-need-democratic-power-2/) - Last week, the rich and powerful gathered once again at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the Swiss ski resort that has hosted an annual meeting of the world’s super-rich for more than half a century. The setting was familiar, and the guest list predictable. The language was emptier than ever. According to the WEF
- [South Africa Expels Top Israeli Diplomat for 'Violations of Diplomatic Protocol'](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-expels-top-israeli-diplomat-for-violations-of-diplomatic-protocol/) - Cape Town — South Africa has declared Israel's top diplomat in the country persona non grata, ordering him to leave within 72 hours following what officials described as repeated breaches of diplomatic norms. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) announced Thursday that Ariel Seidman, the Chargé d'Affaires at the Israeli Embassy, must depart
- [United Nations renews political mission in Haiti for another year](https://breakingafricanews.com/united-nations-renews-political-mission-in-haiti-for-another-year/) - The United Nations Security Council on Thursday unanimously renewed the mandate of the UN Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) for another year. It is a civilian political mission tasked with supporting the country’s political stability, security institutions, rule of law, and human rights. The 15-member Council revised the mission’s mandate to focus on six key
- [Foreign women linked to IS in Syria detention camps hope for amnesty](https://breakingafricanews.com/foreign-women-linked-to-is-in-syria-detention-camps-hope-for-amnesty/) - A camp near Syria’s border with Iraq houses more than two thousand people who have been held here for almost a decade. Many of the women are either the wives or widows of Islamic State fighters who were defeated in 2019, ending a self-declared caliphate in large parts of Iraq and Syria. Foreign women living
- [French-Nigerian artists team up to craft future hits](https://breakingafricanews.com/french-nigerian-artists-team-up-to-craft-future-hits/) - Will the next global hits from Nigeria have a French accent? Perhaps. Nine French rap, pop and urban music composers recently joined forces with Afrobeats artists to produce 60 tracks for international audiences. In under a week, French, English, Nigerian Pidgin and Creole blended in musical melodies for future hits at the premises of renowned
- [Iran steps up diplomacy as threat of US attack grows](https://breakingafricanews.com/iran-steps-up-diplomacy-as-threat-of-us-attack-grows/) - Iran is ready for dialogue to resolve tensions with the United States but that there are no concrete plans for talks with Washington, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Friday, even as Tehran faces the threat of a US attack. Araghchi told reporters during a joint news conference in Istanbul with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan
- [UN says climate shocks driving displacement in Mozambque](https://breakingafricanews.com/un-says-climate-shocks-driving-displacement-in-mozambque/) - The United Nations warned Friday of severe overcrowding in temporary accommodation shelters hosting an estimated 100,000 people displaced by flooding in Mozambique, and appealed for more international support. The southern African country's latest bout of flooding has claimed nearly 140 lives since October 1, according to the National Disasters Management Institute, while nearly 400,000 people
- [Italian officials on trial over deadly 2023 migrant shipwreck](https://breakingafricanews.com/italian-officials-on-trial-over-deadly-2023-migrant-shipwreck/) - Six members of the Italian police and coastguard went on trial on Friday over a 2023 shipwreck in which at least 94 migrants died. Thirty-five children were among those killed when the boat crashed on the rocks off the coast of the tourist town of Steccato di Cutro in February of that year. The defendants
- [More than 200 dead in landslides at rebel-controlled mine in DR Congo](https://breakingafricanews.com/more-than-200-dead-in-landslides-at-rebel-controlled-mine-in-dr-congo/) - At least 200 people were killed earlier this week when heavy rains triggered a series of catastrophic landslides at the Rubaya coltan mine in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The site has been under the control of the M23 rebel group since 2024. "It rained, a landslide followed, and it swept people away. Some
- [Guinea Bissau's opposition leader released from jail after months behind bars](https://breakingafricanews.com/guinea-bissaus-opposition-leader-released-from-jail-after-months-behind-bars/) - Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Domingos Simoes Pereira was released from jail on Friday after spending months behind bars. He was one of several senior politicians imprisoned by the military after it seized power in November, overthrowing President Umaro Sissoco Embalo just days after presidential elections. The junta claimed it had acted to prevent bloodshed between supporters
- [South Africa expels top Israeli diplomat over social media posts](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-expels-top-israeli-diplomat-over-social-media-posts/) - South Africa expelled Israel’s chargé d’affaires on Friday over what it said was a series of unacceptable violations of diplomatic norms and practices. Ariel Seidman was given 72 hours to leave the country and was declared persona non grata, a diplomatic term which means he is no longer welcome in a country. The Department of
- [Somalia Steps Up Political Dialogue Ahead of Broader National Talks](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-steps-up-political-dialogue-ahead-of-broader-national-talks/) - Mogadishu — Delegations from Somalia's federal government and the Somali Future Council held a second round of talks on Thursday, part of ongoing efforts to revive political dialogue in the country, officials said. The meeting serves as a preparatory step toward a broader conference called by the federal government, which is expected to bring together
- [Nigeria: Soldiers Arrest Gun-Runner in Cross River, Recover 245 Pump-Action Cartridges](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-soldiers-arrest-gun-runner-in-cross-river-recover-245-pump-action-cartridges/) - Calabar — Soldiers of the Nigerian Army at 13 Brigade Headquarters in Calabar have arrested a suspected gun-runner and recovered 245 pump-action cartridges during an intelligence-led operation in Abi Local Government Area of Cross River State. According to a statement by Major Yemi Sokoya, Assistant Director of Army Public Relations at the Brigade, the arrest
- [South Africa: Where Has All Our Money Gone? a Look At Government's Wasted Billions](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-where-has-all-our-money-gone-a-look-at-governments-wasted-billions/) - Auditor-General has condemned "no-consequence culture" in government Auditor-General Tsakani Maluleke says the government's "no-consequence" culture is keeping the country back from better service delivery and financial performance. Officials implicated in irregular or fruitless expenditure are seldom held to account, Maluleke said in the 2023/24 Public Finance Management Act report, which covered the country's sixth administration
- [Rwanda: Togo President Visits Rwanda](https://breakingafricanews.com/rwanda-togo-president-visits-rwanda/) - Togo's President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé arrived in Kigali on Thursday evening for an official visit. He was received at Kigali International Airport by Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Olivier Nduhungirehe. Gnassingbé last visited Rwanda in April last year, when he met President Paul Kagame. The two leaders discussed the security situation in eastern
- [Burkina Faso Junta Dissolves All Political Parties](https://breakingafricanews.com/burkina-faso-junta-dissolves-all-political-parties/) - Political parties in Burkina Faso have already been banned from holding public events, but could still operate internally. Now, a decree dissolves them entirely. Burkina Faso's military-led government dissolved all political parties by decree on Thursday. "The government believes that the proliferation of political parties has led to abuses, fuelled divisions among citizens and weakened
- [South Africa: Explainer - Why Does the Rand Exchange Rate Matter](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-explainer-why-does-the-rand-exchange-rate-matter/) - The Reserve Bank points out that inflation is lower thanks to the strength of the rand In his quarterly statement on Thursday, Reserve Bank governor Lesetja Kganyago pointed out that the rate of inflation in the price of goods is low, thanks partly to the stronger rand. The inflation rate for goods is at 3%
- [Uganda: 'Catch Me If You Can!' - Bobi Wine Taunts Muhoozi Amid Security Clampdown](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-catch-me-if-you-can-bobi-wine-taunts-muhoozi-amid-security-clampdown/) - Nairobi — Ugandan opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has issued a defiant message to Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, declaring that security forces cannot apprehend him because ordinary citizens are shielding him. In a pointed message directed at the army chief, Bobi Wine dared Muhoozi to arrest him. "A
- [Uganda: Kyagulanyi Is Not Wanted By the State - Baryomunsi](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-kyagulanyi-is-not-wanted-by-the-state-baryomunsi/) - The Minister for Information and Communications Technology and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, has reiterated that opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, is not being pursued by the government and has no reason to remain in hiding. Speaking during NBS Frontline on Thursday, Baryomunsi dismissed claims that Kyagulanyi is under threat
- [Niger: Heavy Security Near Niger Capital's Airport After Gunfire, Blasts](https://breakingafricanews.com/niger-heavy-security-near-niger-capitals-airport-after-gunfire-blasts/) - Heavy security was deployed around Niger's main airport on Thursday after overnight gunfire and explosions raised suspicions of a jihadist attack, but the ruling junta remained tight-lipped. Niger, a Sahelian country regularly hit by jihadist violence, has been led for more than two years by Abdourahamane Tiani, the head of a junta that overthrew the
- [Nigeria: How Coup to Topple Tinubu Was Uncovered, Foiled](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-how-coup-to-topple-tinubu-was-uncovered-foiled/) - Multiple senior administration insiders said the plot began to unravel in late September 2025 after an unnamed military officer with direct knowledge of the coup contacted the then Chief of Army Staff, Olufemi Oluyede. The officer reportedly disclosed the scheme, saying he feared being implicated as an accessory to treason if he failed to alert
- [Africa: The 99% Don't Need a Billionaires' Forum. They Need Democratic Power](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-the-99-dont-need-a-billionaires-forum-they-need-democratic-power/) - Last week, the rich and powerful gathered once again at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the Swiss ski resort that has hosted an annual meeting of the world’s super-rich for more than half a century. The setting was familiar, and the guest list predictable. The language was emptier than ever. According to the WEF
- [Tanzania eyes East Africa’s pharmaceutical hub crown](https://breakingafricanews.com/tanzania-eyes-east-africas-pharmaceutical-hub-crown/) - Tanzania has launched an ambitious program to develop its local pharmaceutical industry, with the goal of reducing dependence on imported medicines and positioning itself as a manufacturing hub for East Africa. At present, more than 80 percent of medicines and medical equipment used in the country are imported, costing Tanzania around one billion dollars every
- [Ethiopia: Flights from capital to Tigray cancelled as tensions mount](https://breakingafricanews.com/ethiopia-flights-from-capital-to-tigray-cancelled-as-tensions-mount/) - As fears of a return to conflict mount in Ethiopia, passenger flights between the capital and cities in the northern Tigray region have been halted. Ethiopia airlines cited 'unplanned circumstances' for the cancellations. For the moment, there has been no official statement from the company explaining the move. It comes as a peace deal agreed
- [Record gold price squeezes Moroccan jewellery sector](https://breakingafricanews.com/record-gold-price-squeezes-moroccan-jewellery-sector/) - Amid rising geopolitical tensions and economic instability, gold has soared in recent weeks to record highs of over $5,000 an ounce. The precious metal is seen as a safe-haven asset during these uncertain times, but the price surge is weighing heavily on the Moroccan market. Jewellers and artisans are struggling to maintain their margins, with
- [Ivory Coast: Government launches cocoa buyback scheme](https://breakingafricanews.com/ivory-coast-government-launches-cocoa-buyback-scheme/) - Ivory Coast's Coffee and Cocoa council has launched its initiative to buy beans so producers can get paid. Cocoa stocks have been piling up in co operatives in the country, with several factors leading to a crisis in the sector. Yves Brahima Koné, director general of the Coffee and Cocoa Council, said "the first factor
- [U.S. and AU agree to create taskforce to bolster relations](https://breakingafricanews.com/u-s-and-au-agree-to-create-taskforce-to-bolster-relations/) - Officials from the U.S. and African Union met in Addis Ababa on Wedesday to discuss ties. Together they green lighted a deal to create a task force between the two sides, in order to boost infrastructure and investment. For the chairperson of the African Union commission, it’s a win win. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said, "we
- [Niger junta accuses France, Benin and Ivory Coast of backing airport attackers](https://breakingafricanews.com/niger-junta-accuses-france-benin-and-ivory-coast-of-backing-airport-attackers/) - The head of Niger's military junta on Thursday accused France, Benin and Ivory Coast of being behind an assault on a military base at Niamey's international airport, and thanked soldiers and "Russian partners" for repelling the attack. Suspected jihadists launched an attack shortly after midnight, with local residents reporting shooting and explosions until calm was
- [Northern Morocco on maximum flood alert as Loukkos River swells](https://breakingafricanews.com/northern-morocco-on-maximum-flood-alert-as-loukkos-river-swells/) - Heavy rains in northern Morocco have pushed authorities in Ksar El Kebir to raise the flood alert to maximum, with the swollen Loukkos River threatening multiple neighbourhoods. Days of intense rainfall have flooded streets and low‑lying homes in the province of Larache, prompting a full mobilisation of local authorities, security services, utilities, and emergency teams.
- [King Felipe and Queen Letizia attend Mass for Spain train crash victims](https://breakingafricanews.com/king-felipe-and-queen-letizia-attend-mass-for-spain-train-crash-victims/) - A solemn mass was held in Huelva for the victims of the Adamuz train accident, which claimed the lives of 45 people, attended by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, who joined the grieving families. More than 300 relatives travelled to the Andalusian city. Weeks after the accident, many described their shock as undiminished. During
- [Burkina Faso military government dissolves 100 political parties](https://breakingafricanews.com/burkina-faso-military-government-dissolves-100-political-parties/) - Burkina Faso's military government dissolved all political parties on Thursday, whose activities had been suspended since the military rulers seized power in 2022. Captain Ibrahim Traore took over in a September 2022 coup after toppling another junta and has since sharply muzzled dissenting voices. Parties were previously banned from holding public gatherings but still allowed
- [Uganda Army chief apologises to US over Bobi Wine claims](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-army-chief-apologises-to-us-over-bobi-wine-claims/) - Uganda’s army chief has apologised to the United States after accusing its embassy in Kampala of helping opposition leader Bobi Wine evade authorities. Posting on social media on Friday, Muhoozi Kainerugaba announced that the army was suspending all cooperation with the US embassy in Kampala. But an hour later, he deleted the post and said
- [Major drug bust in Serbia: police confiscate 5 tonnes of marijuana in Kruševac](https://breakingafricanews.com/major-drug-bust-in-serbia-police-confiscate-5-tonnes-of-marijuana-in-krusevac/) - Serbia was the scene of its largest ever drug bust on Thursday, when police moved in on a property in the village of Konjuh, where the drugs were stored in bulk and prepared for distribution, according to the interior ministry. Two people were arrested in the operation. Police also found four automatic rifles and a
- [South Africa drops screening of Melania Trump documentary in cinemas](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-drops-screening-of-melania-trump-documentary-in-cinemas-2/) - South Africa's main cinema houses have pulled a documentary about US First Lady Melania Trump just ahead of its release, with the distributor citing "the current climate", local media reported. "Melania" was not listed on the websites of the Nu Metro or Ster Kinekor theatres on Thursday, the day before its international release on January
- [South Africa drops screening of Melania Trump documentary in cinemas](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-drops-screening-of-melania-trump-documentary-in-cinemas/) - South Africa's main cinema houses have pulled a documentary about US First Lady Melania Trump just ahead of its release, with the distributor citing "the current climate", local media reported. "Melania" was not listed on the websites of the Nu Metro or Ster Kinekor theatres on Thursday, the day before its international release on January
- [Anthony Joshua pays tribute to friends killed in Nigeria car crash](https://breakingafricanews.com/anthony-joshua-pays-tribute-to-friends-killed-in-nigeria-car-crash/) - In an emotional video post on social media, British boxer Anthony Joshua has paid tribute to his two close friends who died in a car crash in Nigeria in December. The former world heavyweight champion was sitting in the back of the vehicle when it hit a stationary truck in Lagos, killing Latif Ayodele and
- [Ghana: GAF Launches Investigation Into Alleged Assault On Journalist](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-gaf-launches-investigation-into-alleged-assault-on-journalist/) - The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has launched an investigation into an alleged assault on a journalist, which reportedly occurred on the outskirts of Walewale in the North East Region. According to a statement issued by the Department of Public Relations at the General Headquarters, Burma Camp, Accra, the incident was reported on Monday, January 26,
- [Kenya: Report Flags Mombasa As Key Heroin Entry Point](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-report-flags-mombasa-as-key-heroin-entry-point/) - Nairobi — A new report has flagged Mombasa as the main entry point for heroin into Kenya, highlighting the coastal city's central role in the distribution of the illicit drug. The Africa Organised Crime Index 2025, released by ENACT Africa--a partnership between the Institute for Security Studies, Interpol and the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized
- [Africa: Ghana Ranks 7th Strongest Financial Market in Africa](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-ghana-ranks-7th-strongest-financial-market-in-africa/) - Ghana has been ranked as the seventh strongest financial market in Africa, recording a financial market index score of 60, according to the Absa Africa Financial Markets Index report. The country placed behind Botswana, Namibia, Nigeria, Uganda, Mauritius and South Africa, with South Africa retaining its position as the continent's strongest financial market. The ranking
- [Tanzania: No Food Shortage, PM Affirms As Tanzanians Brace for Ramadhan, Easter](https://breakingafricanews.com/tanzania-no-food-shortage-pm-affirms-as-tanzanians-brace-for-ramadhan-easter/) - Dodoma — PRIME Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has asked Tanzanians to remain calm over food supplies as the country approaches Ramadhan and Easter, stressing that there is no shortage of food. The Premier made the statement earlier on Thursday when addressing Parliamentarians in Dodoma, saying that the national food reserves currently stand at over 400,000 tonnes
- [Malawi: Only Two Malawians Apply As Foreign Coaches Dominate Bullets Job Race](https://breakingafricanews.com/malawi-only-two-malawians-apply-as-foreign-coaches-dominate-bullets-job-race/) - FCB Nyasa Bullets have raised concern after it emerged that only two out of 16 applicants for the club's head coach position are Malawians, highlighting the continued dominance of foreign coaches even in local football opportunities. On Monday, the People's Team advertised the vacancy on their Facebook page, inviting applications from "highly qualified, experienced and
- [South Africa: Public Comment Sought On Proposal to Classify Performers As Employees](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-public-comment-sought-on-proposal-to-classify-performers-as-employees/) - The Department of Employment and Labour has invited public comment on a proposal to classify performers in South Africa's advertising, artistic and cultural sectors as employees -- a move aimed at strengthening protections for vulnerable workers in the creative industries. Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has signed a notice, published in the Government Gazette,
- [Ghana: SC Declines AG's Bid to Review Ruling On Adu-Boahene Case](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-sc-declines-ags-bid-to-review-ruling-on-adu-boahene-case/) - The Supreme Court has, by a 6-1 majority decision, dismissed an application filed by the Attorney-General seeking a review of its earlier ruling on criminal disclosures in the case involving the former Director-General of the National Signals Bureau, Mr Kwabena Adu-Boahene, and his wife. Justice Yonny Kulendi delivered the lone dissenting opinion. Mr Adu-Boahene and
- [Africa: French Senate Adopts Bill On Restitution of Stolen Cultural Property](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-french-senate-adopts-bill-on-restitution-of-stolen-cultural-property/) - French senators on Wednesday adopted a bill to simplify the return of artworks looted during the colonial era to their countries of origin. Previously, each restitution had to be approved and voted on by parliament, a lengthy and complex process that struggled to keep pace with the growing number of requests. France still has in
- [Lesotho: Call to Scrap 'Apartheid-Era' Passport Control With Lesotho](https://breakingafricanews.com/lesotho-call-to-scrap-apartheid-era-passport-control-with-lesotho/) - A human rights organisation has petitioned South Africa's Parliament to scrap passports at Lesotho borders A human rights organisation in Lesotho has petitioned South Africa's Parliament to remove passport requirements between the two countries, saying it is "an apartheid-era control mechanism [that] continues to regulate the daily lives of ordinary people in a democratic era".
- [Morocco/Senegal: CAF Rejects Morocco Appeal, Senegal Crowned Champions As Heavy Sanctions Fall](https://breakingafricanews.com/morocco-senegal-caf-rejects-morocco-appeal-senegal-crowned-champions-as-heavy-sanctions-fall/) - The Confederation of African Football has thrown out Morocco's complaint over the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, confirming that the disciplinary proceedings arising from the match do not affect the result. CAF has made it clear that the final scoreline stands and that Senegal remains the rightful African champion. The decision represents a major
- [Ethiopian Airlines Suspends Flights to Tigray Airports](https://breakingafricanews.com/ethiopian-airlines-suspends-flights-to-tigray-airports/) - Mekelle — Ethiopian Airlines has suspended flights scheduled for today to airports in Tigray, including Mekelle, Axum, Shire, and Humera, according to information obtained by Addis Standard. An Addis Standard reporter on the ground in Mekelle confirmed airport staff were informed to take a break for the day. However, Ethiopian Airlines' ticket office in Mekelle
- [Ghana: IShowSpeed To Get Ghanaian Passport Following Africa Tour](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-ishowspeed-to-get-ghanaian-passport-following-africa-tour/) - Darren Jason Watkins Jr, popularly known as IShowSpeed, one of the world's most popular content creators, has received approval for a Ghanaian passport following his visit to the country. Ghana was the penultimate stop on his African tour, which included 20 countries. He started his tour on December 29 in Angola and has taken him
- [South African Cinemas Pull Melania Trump Documentary Ahead of Release](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-african-cinemas-pull-melania-trump-documentary-ahead-of-release/) - South Africa's major cinema chains withdrew the documentary Melania just days before its scheduled international release on January 30. The documentary focuses on the US First Lady, Melania Trump. The South African distributor, Filmfinity, cited "the current climate" as the reason for pulling the documentary. Nu Metro confirmed it had received instructions from Filmfinity to
- [World's most popular TikToker Khaby Lame signs $975 million deal - and gains a digital twin](https://breakingafricanews.com/worlds-most-popular-tiktoker-khaby-lame-signs-975-million-deal-and-gains-a-digital-twin/) - Senegal-born content creator Khaby Lame signs one of the largest ever creator economy deals. When the Covid-19 pandemic began in 2020, Khaby Lame had just lost his job in a factory. Today, he’s the world’s most-followed TikToker and he’s just signed a deal worth almost a billion dollars. Under the agreement with Rich Sparkle Holdings,
- [Mozambique expects death toll to rise as search for flood survivors continues](https://breakingafricanews.com/mozambique-expects-death-toll-to-rise-as-search-for-flood-survivors-continues/) - After weeks of deadly flooding in Mozambique, many left homeless have found refuge in makeshift camps. Including a newborn, named after Rosita Salvador whose mother gave birth to her in a tree during flooding in 2000, becoming a symbol of resilience in a disaster that killed 800 people. Salvador sadly died this month after a
- [DRC: Kinshasa and UN launch humanitarian response plan](https://breakingafricanews.com/drc-kinshasa-and-un-launch-humanitarian-response-plan/) - The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo is calling for $1.4 billion to provide for those in the country who are struggling, as the fighting rages on between the M23 rebels and Congolese army. Bruno Lemarchand, UN Humanitarian Coordinator in the DRC, said, "in Congo, there are currently 5.3 million people internally displaced within
- [Senegal: Tributes pour in following death of Halima Gadji](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegal-tributes-pour-in-following-death-of-halima-gadji/) - Senegalese actress and model Halima Gadji has died at the age of 37 in France following an illness. Condolensces from fans have been pouring in. Among those who have paid their respects is Mouhamed Cheril Semou, who said "it's quite shocking because she's someone who represents, how can I put it, Africa, if I can
- [Police disperse protesters demanding compensation following mass eviction](https://breakingafricanews.com/police-disperse-protesters-demanding-compensation-following-mass-eviction/) - Police fired teargas on Wednesday to disperse protesters demanding compensation following mass evictions carried out by the Lagos State government. The protesters, made up of displaced residents from waterfront and informal settlements, gathered near a major road in Lagos to accuse authorities of demolishing their homes without adequate notice, compensation or resettlement plans. Chanting slogans
- [Search and rescue efforts continue in Mozambique after weeks of heavy rains](https://breakingafricanews.com/search-and-rescue-efforts-continue-in-mozambique-after-weeks-of-heavy-rains/) - Search and rescue efforts continued in Mozambique after weeks of heavy rains that caused severe flooding, submerging farmland, homes, and infrastructure. "The rescue is ongoing," said Marcia Cossa, Acting Executive Director of ActionAid Mozambique. "There are places where we cannot access, especially in Gaza province, and now there are some places from Manhica where we
- [Heavy gunfire erupts near Niger capital's airport before calm returns](https://breakingafricanews.com/heavy-gunfire-erupts-near-niger-capitals-airport-before-calm-returns/) - A burst of heavy gunfire and explosions erupted early Thursday near the international airport in Niger's capital Niamey before halting within hours, residents told AFP. Videos filmed by residents of the area showed streaks of light in the sky with the sound of loud explosions, while other images showed flames several metres high and charred
- [ECOWAS lifts all sanctions against Guinea](https://breakingafricanews.com/ecowas-lifts-all-sanctions-against-guinea/) - The West African regional bloc ECOWAS on Wednesday removed all outstanding sanctions imposed against Guinea following the 2021 coup, after last month's election of former junta leader Mamady Doumbouya. ECOWAS imposed a raft of sanctions on the mineral-rich but poor country after Doumbouya ousted President Alpha Condé. In February 2024, ECOWAS eased some of those
- [Senegal and Morocco face heavy fines for unsporting conduct at Africa Cup final](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegal-and-morocco-face-heavy-fines-for-unsporting-conduct-at-africa-cup-final/) - Senegal and Morocco both face heavy fines from the Confederation of African Football over chaotic scenes at the 2025 AFCON final. Ten days after winning the Africa Cup of Nations championship in Rabat, Senegal are being called to account for their behaviour during the final against host nation Morocco. Now they’re facing heavy fines from
- [Minneapolis mourns nurse Alex Pretti fatally shot by federal immigration officers](https://breakingafricanews.com/minneapolis-mourns-nurse-alex-pretti-fatally-shot-by-federal-immigration-officers/) - Some held candles and some flowers as people sang and a brass band played at the spot where ICU Nurse Pretti. Pretti was 37 when immigration agents fatally shot him in the US city of Minneapolis on Saturday. Harmonie Pirius, a registered nurse in the city, said she had been feeling depressed, heartbroken and enraged
- [Uganda says it plans to cut external budget support by 84 per cent](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-says-it-plans-to-cut-external-budget-support-by-84-per-cent/) - Uganda says it plans to cut external budget support by 84 per cent year-on-year from the start of the next financial year in July. The finance ministry announced late on Wednesday that this assistance, which typically comes in the form of loans and grants, is projected to fall from over $586 million to $92.72 million.
- [‘Patience pays off’: Doechii reflects on breakthrough Grammy win](https://breakingafricanews.com/patience-pays-off-doechii-reflects-on-breakthrough-grammy-win/) - With the Grammy Awards just days away, one of 2025's big winners - rapper Doechii - has been looking back at her big night last February. "I think that after that moment, not only did a lot of people tap in and discover my music afterwards, but I felt inspired to just give more. To
- [Nigeria: Soludo Abolishes Monday Sit-At-Home in 12 More Markets](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-soludo-abolishes-monday-sit-at-home-in-12-more-markets/) - The Anambra State government has directed traders in 12 additional markets to resume full business activities on Mondays, warning that non-compliance could result in temporary market closures. The directive follows the state's earlier action on Tuesday, when Onitsha Main Market was closed for one week due to traders' refusal to open on Mondays, a move
- [Nigeria: Boko Haram 'Kill 7 Soldiers, Capture 13 Others' in Borno](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-boko-haram-kill-7-soldiers-capture-13-others-in-borno/) - Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have killed seven soldiers and captured 13 others, including their commanding officer on Monday in Damasak, Mobbar local government area of Borno state, security sources said. The sources said the troops were on patrol in the Damasak area of the State around 2pm when they encountered the terrorists. The sources, which
- [Nigeria: Court Rejects Nnamdi Kanu's Request for Transfer From Sokoto Prison](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-court-rejects-nnamdi-kanus-request-for-transfer-from-sokoto-prison/) - MONROVIA — Senator Amara M. Konneh on Wednesday issued a data-driven assessment of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai's third State of the Nation Address, warning that the administration's macroeconomic gains have yet to translate into meaningful relief for ordinary Liberians grappling with high prices, joblessness, and weak public services. Reading a detailed press statement during a
- [Liberia: Konneh Says Boakai's Economic Gains Failed to Ease Hardship On Liberians](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-konneh-says-boakais-economic-gains-failed-to-ease-hardship-on-liberians/) - MONROVIA — Senator Amara M. Konneh on Wednesday issued a data-driven assessment of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai's third State of the Nation Address, warning that the administration's macroeconomic gains have yet to translate into meaningful relief for ordinary Liberians grappling with high prices, joblessness, and weak public services. Reading a detailed press statement during a
- [Africa: CAF May Weigh Stricter Rules On Goalkeepers' Towels After Afcon Controversy](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-caf-may-weigh-stricter-rules-on-goalkeepers-towels-after-afcon-controversy/) - President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Referees Committee, Olivier Safari, has hinted that the body may move to review existing regulations guiding the use of towels by goalkeepers, following the controversy that trailed their use during the just-concluded Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. The controversy came to light during the semi-final
- [East Africa: Why East Africa Tops Africa's 2026 Economic Projections](https://breakingafricanews.com/east-africa-why-east-africa-tops-africas-2026-economic-projections/) - East Africa is expected to be Africa's fastest-growing subregion in 2026, with GDP projected to expand by 5.8%, according to the UN World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026. The UN names Ethiopia and Kenya as the main drivers, putting the sub-region well ahead of the continent's projected 4.0% average. The UN report says East Africa
- [Nigeria, Turkiye Sign Nine Agreements, Target $5 Billion Trade Volume](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-turkiye-sign-nine-agreements-target-5-billion-trade-volume/) - Mr Erdogan said the establishment of the Joint Economy and Trade Committee between the two countries will create opportunities to expand Turkish investments in Nigeria. President Recep Erdogan of the Republic of Türkiye, on Tuesday in Ankara, said his country targets a $5 billion trade volume with Nigeria, adding that discussions to actualise this have
- [Liberia: Who Leaked the President's Speech?](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-who-leaked-the-presidents-speech/) - The unauthorized circulation of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai's 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) before the conclusion of its delivery has triggered sharp debate, raising questions about government protocol, institutional discipline, media ethics, and national security. Minister of Information, Jerolinmek M. Piah, has condemned the incident as "unethical, unprofessional, and dangerous," announcing that the
- [Kenya: 'We Will Not Defy Court Orders,' Ruto Says At Swearing-in of Appeal Court Judges](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-we-will-not-defy-court-orders-ruto-says-at-swearing-in-of-appeal-court-judges/) - Nairobi — President William Ruto has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to upholding the rule of law, pledging that no court ruling will be disregarded under any circumstances. Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony of fifteen new Court of Appeal judges at State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday Ruto stressed the central role of an independent Judiciary in
- [Sudan: MSF Finds El Fasher, Sudan, Largely Destroyed and Empty During Visit](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-msf-finds-el-fasher-sudan-largely-destroyed-and-empty-during-visit/) - Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) was recently granted access to El Fasher, Sudan, to assess the current situation of the civilians and health facilities. The visit came as the North Darfur city is now under the control of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), who seized it last October after a prolonged siege and having committed atrocities.
- [Kenya: Govt Not Liable to Compensate 1998 Bomb Blast Victims, High Court Rules](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-govt-not-liable-to-compensate-1998-bomb-blast-victims-high-court-rules/) - Nairobi — The government will not compensate victims of the 1998 Nairobi bomb blast after the High Court dismissed a petition seeking damages, dealing a blow to a case that had been filed more than two decades after the attack. In its decision, the court found that the petitioners failed to demonstrate negligence or omission
- [Africa: How Did Africa Fare in 2025? A Test of U.S. Policy Choices](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-how-did-africa-fare-in-2025-a-test-of-u-s-policy-choices/) - Washington, DC — For generations, American candidates have asked voters a familiar question: Are you better off now than you were four years ago? For Africa, the more urgent question at the end of 2025 is sharper - and inseparable from U.S. foreign policy: Are you better off than you were a year ago, after
- [Teachers strike in Gabon continues to paralyse education system](https://breakingafricanews.com/teachers-strike-in-gabon-continues-to-paralyse-education-system/) - Angered by a 10 year freeze on wages, thousands of teachers in Gabon have been on strike for the past six weeks, paralysing the school system. It marks the first wave of social unrest under the rule of President Brice Oligui Nguema, who seized power in a military coup in August 2023. "Today, we are
- [In surprise new policy, migrants living in Spain without permission can apply for legal residency](https://breakingafricanews.com/in-surprise-new-policy-migrants-living-in-spain-without-permission-can-apply-for-legal-residency/) - Hundreds of thousands of immigrants living in Spain without authorisation will soon be able to apply for legal residency under a new policy. Spain's government announced Tuesday it will grant legal status to potentially hundreds of thousands of immigrants living and working in the country without authorisation, the latest example of how the country has
- [Prolonged drought in Kenya leaves millions vulnerable](https://breakingafricanews.com/prolonged-drought-in-kenya-leaves-millions-vulnerable/) - In drought-hit north-eastern Kenya, villagers have been forced to drag their dead livestock to distant fields for burning to keep the stench of death and scavenging hyenas away from their homes. Mandera County along Kenya's borders with Ethiopia and Somalia has seen no rain since May. The National Drought Management Authority has put about nine
- [South Sudanese government insists it is not at war despite heavy fighting](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-sudanese-government-insists-it-is-not-at-war-despite-heavy-fighting/) - Despite heavy fighting against rebel forces over the past few days, the South Sudanese government insisted on Tuesday that it was not at war. The United Nations has said the clashes are occurring at a scale not seen since before the 2018 peace agreement. This latest fighting between factions loyal to President Salva Kiir and
- [Russia reportedly pulling forces out of bases in Syria's north-east](https://breakingafricanews.com/russia-reportedly-pulling-forces-out-of-bases-in-syrias-north-east/) - Russia has reportedly begun pulling out of positions in north-eastern Syria, moving to end its military presence in an area that is still under the control of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces. Government troops under President Ahmed al-Sharaa have taken swathes of northern and eastern Syria from the SDF this month, as it aims to
- [Mali takes majority control of civil explosives producer](https://breakingafricanews.com/mali-takes-majority-control-of-civil-explosives-producer/) - The Malian government has announced that it is taking majority control of a new company dedicated to producing civil-use explosives inside the country. Following a recent cabinet meeting at the Koulouba Palace, authorities approved the state’s 51 percent stake in the “Société Industrielle du Centre du Mali FARATCHI-CO-SA,” created in partnership with the Chinese firm
- [Nigeria army rescues 11 kidnap victims on Kaduna–Abuja highway](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-army-rescues-11-kidnap-victims-on-kaduna-abuja-highway/) - Nigeria’s army said it has rescued eleven kidnapping victims during an overnight operation along the Kaduna–Abuja highway. According to the military, troops from the Forward Operating Base in Doka spotted the group on the night of January 26th using long‑range surveillance equipment. Soldiers moved in after observing the gunmen escorting their captives along a bush
- [Senegalese actress Halima Gadji dies in France](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegalese-actress-halima-gadji-dies-in-france/) - Senegalese actress and model Halima Gadji has died after an illness in France, Senegal’s Press Agency (APS) said late Monday. She was best known for her role as Marième Dial in the popular Senegalese TV series Mistress of a Married Man, a show that sparked controversy but attracted a wide audience. Earlier on Monday, Gadji
- [Corruption trial of Nigeria's ex-oil minister and former OPEC chief opens in London](https://breakingafricanews.com/corruption-trial-of-nigerias-ex-oil-minister-and-former-opec-chief-opens-in-london/) - OPEC’s first female president enjoyed a life of luxury from bribes taken when she was Nigeria’s oil minister. That was the case alleged by British prosecutors at the opening of Diezani Alison-Madueke's corruption trial in London on Tuesday. Alison-Madueke is charged with multiple counts of bribery between 2011 and 2015, when she served as oil
- [IMF approves final review for loan to Zambia, unlocking $190 million](https://breakingafricanews.com/imf-approves-final-review-for-loan-to-zambia-unlocking-190-million/) - he International Monetary Funds IMF has approved the final review of Zambia's lending program This is the sixth and final credit facility by the IMF board to the Southern African nation, unlocking $190 million. In 2022, Lusaka had sought a $1.3 billion in financing from the IMF, which was later revised to $1.7 billion to
- [Shipping data shows Indian diesel exports to West Africa at record high](https://breakingafricanews.com/shipping-data-shows-indian-diesel-exports-to-west-africa-at-record-high/) - Shipping data shows that Indian diesel exports to West Africa have reached a record high as the European Union bans fuel made using Russian crude oil. At the same time, Turkey’s diesel export to the EU has slowed over the past few months. Both countries have until recently bought large quantities of discounted Russian crude,
- [Man arrested after spraying unknown substance on Rep. Ilhan Omar](https://breakingafricanews.com/man-arrested-after-spraying-unknown-substance-on-rep-ilhan-omar/) - A man sprayed an unknown substance on Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar. He was tackled to the ground on Tuesday during a town hall in Minneapolis, where tensions over federal immigration enforcement have come to a head after agents fatally shot an intensive care nurse and a mother of three this month. The audience cheered
- [Rwanda says UK owes $130 million over scrapped asylum scheme](https://breakingafricanews.com/rwanda-says-uk-owes-130-million-over-scrapped-asylum-scheme/) - Rwanda has filed an arbitration case against the United Kingdom saying it’s owed more than 130 million dollars as part of a cancelled asylum scheme. In a submission to the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague, the East African nation says Britain has breached the terms of the “migration partnership” agreed in 2022. Under
- [Uganda: Museveni Outlines 5-Year Agenda Amid Deadly Crackdown On Opposition](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-museveni-outlines-5-year-agenda-amid-deadly-crackdown-on-opposition/) - Nairobi — President Yoweri Museveni has set out his priorities for a new term in office, pledging to safeguard peace and security, eradicate household poverty, strengthen national unity, enforce discipline in governance, and support wealth creators to accelerate economic growth. In a statement on Monday, Museveni thanked Ugandans for maintaining peace during the electoral period.
- [Ethiopia Declares End of First-Ever Marburg Virus Disease Outbreak](https://breakingafricanews.com/ethiopia-declares-end-of-first-ever-marburg-virus-disease-outbreak/) - Addis Ababa — The Government of Ethiopia has officially declared the end of its first-ever outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) following the completion of enhanced surveillance and the mandatory follow-up period, with no new confirmed cases reported for consecutive 42 days. The outbreak, first confirmed on 14 November 2025 in the South Ethiopia Region,
- [Uganda: How Armed Men Attacked Bobi Wine's Wife At Her Home](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-how-armed-men-attacked-bobi-wines-wife-at-her-home/) - Kampala, Uganda — The armed men who forced their way into Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine's house on Friday night wanted to know where he was, and they attacked his wife to try to find out. Barbara Kyagulanyi, known affectionately as Barbie, told reporters gathered around her hospital bed that she did not cooperate with
- [South Africa: Ramaphosa Says South Africa On Right Track Despite Jobless Youth](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-ramaphosa-says-south-africa-on-right-track-despite-jobless-youth/) - President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa is moving forward despite high levels of youth unemployment. He says the economy is growing steadily. Recent signs show progress is being made. These include falling unemployment, poverty and inequality. Ramaphosa says there is more confidence in the economy. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange is performing well. Inflation is at
- [Malawi: Children Demand Child-Sensitive 2025-2026 Budgeting](https://breakingafricanews.com/malawi-children-demand-child-sensitive-2025-2026-budgeting/) - Forty (40) children drawn from Balaka, Dowa, Mchinji, Mwanza and Ntchisi on Saturday gathered in Malawi's capital, Lilongwe, to provide their inputs and recommendations in the formulation of the forthcoming 2025-2026 National Budget. The event, organized by Save the Children and partners, which include NGOCCR, Malawi Economic Justice Network, World Vision, Girls Empowerment Network, SOS
- [Angola: Manufacturing Enemies - Inside Angola's Security State](https://breakingafricanews.com/angola-manufacturing-enemies-inside-angolas-security-state/) - Detained on 28 July 2025 after being shot by police on the first day of Angola's taxi drivers' strike, Serrote José de Oliveira -- widely known as "General Nila" -- has been held for over six months without formal charges. According to his family and lawyers, he remains in detention despite a guarantees judge's order
- [Sudan: 'Sudan's War Has Become a Systematic Assault On Women'](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-sudans-war-has-become-a-systematic-assault-on-women/) - Sudan's war, now more than 1,000 days old, has shifted from a military confrontation to what feminist and human rights groups describe as a widespread and systematic assault on women and girls. Speaking to Radio Dabanga's women-focused Kanadaka and Miriam (كندlكlت و مىlرم) programmes, activists and researchers said sexual violence is being used deliberately to
- [Families bid farewell to schoolchildren in South Africa killed in a school bus crash](https://breakingafricanews.com/families-bid-farewell-to-schoolchildren-in-south-africa-killed-in-a-school-bus-crash/) - Dozens of mourners gathered at a sports complex in the South African city of Vereeniging on Sunday to bid farewell to three schoolchildren killed in a school bus crash. Panyaza Lesufi, the premier of Gauteng province, addressed the crowd, saying the tragedy was being mourned not only by the families, but by the nation as
- [Goma one year on: Entrepreneurs rebuild after M23 takeover](https://breakingafricanews.com/goma-one-year-on-entrepreneurs-rebuild-after-m23-takeover/) - Gentil Mutumayi is among the thousands of victims of the looting and vandalism that struck Goma on January 27, 2025, the day the city was taken by AFC-M23 fighters. That day, thousands of shops and businesses were looted by unknown individuals, plunging many traders into unemployment and poverty. “There were televisions, computers, lots of accessories,
- [SADC team joins Mozambique flood rescue effort](https://breakingafricanews.com/sadc-team-joins-mozambique-flood-rescue-effort/) - A regional emergency team has arrived in Mozambique to help deal with the aftermath of severe flooding. The Southern African Development Community, or SADC, has sent a specialist unit to support local authorities, after more than 650,000 people were affected by weeks of heavy rain. The team, which landed in the country on Saturday, includes
- ['Tired but resolved': Minnesotans protest after second fatal ICE shooting](https://breakingafricanews.com/tired-but-resolved-minnesotans-protest-after-second-fatal-ice-shooting/) - Thousands of anti-ICE protesters marched through Minneapolis on Sunday to voice their anger at the fatal shooting of a local man a day earlier. "Shut it down," they chanted, as many waved signs calling for justice for 37-year-old Alex Pretti who was shoot and killed by a Border Patrol agent on Saturday morning. The Department
- [US, Nigeria diverge in details over strikes on militants](https://breakingafricanews.com/us-nigeria-diverge-in-details-over-strikes-on-militants/) - Immediately following surprise US strikes targeting militants in Nigeria, it remained unclear who or what was actually hit as Washington and Abuja told slightly different stories. Complicating matters was the fact that the strikes were delayed by American President Donald Trump, apparently to prioritise the symbolism of launching the attack on Christmas -- and allegations
- [The association helping Black fashion designers make it on the runways](https://breakingafricanews.com/the-association-helping-black-fashion-designers-make-it-on-the-runways/) - A decade ago, Michelle Francine Ngonmo, a 38-year-old Italian-Cameroonian, founded the Afrofashion Association after noticing the lack of diversity in creative industries like fashion. The association has helped thousands of people - and continues its work, like most recently on the runway in Milan. A day before a young Ghanaian designer made his Milan runway
- [Venezuela has had enough of orders from Washington, says interim leader Rodríguez](https://breakingafricanews.com/venezuela-has-had-enough-of-orders-from-washington-says-interim-leader-rodriguez/) - Venezuela has had enough of US orders, the country’s interim president Delcy Rodríguez told oil workers on Sunday. The South American nation has been under pressure to open its petroleum sector to US investment since Washington captured former leader Nicolas Maduro earlier this month. "It is important that we open spaces for democratic dissent, but
- [Iran warns US not to launch military action as activists say protest death toll near 6,000](https://breakingafricanews.com/iran-warns-us-not-to-launch-military-action-as-activists-say-protest-death-toll-near-6000/) - Iranian authorities unveiled a new mural in central Tehran on Sunday containing a clear warning to the United States: do not to attempt to strike our country. The painting shows damaged planes on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier against the background of an American flag. It bears the slogan: “If you sow the
- [Cuba's Santeria priests ask for peace as Cuba-US tensions rise further](https://breakingafricanews.com/cubas-santeria-priests-ask-for-peace-as-cuba-us-tensions-rise-further/) - As tensions between Cuba and the United States rise and Cubans brace for further economic difficulties, priests and priestesses of the African-Cuban root religion known as Santería held several ceremonies on Sunday and offered gifts to deities to ask for peace. Several of the leading figures in Santería families on the island prayed to their
- [Egypt to restrict children’s social media use](https://breakingafricanews.com/egypt-to-restrict-childrens-social-media-use/) - Egypt’s Parliament is looking into ways to regulate children’s use of social media platforms to combat what lawmakers called “digital choas,” following some western countries that are considering banning young teenagers from social media. The House of Representatives said in a statement late Sunday that it will work on a legislation to regulate children’s use
- [Libya signs $20 billion oil deal with TotalEnergies and ConocoPhillips](https://breakingafricanews.com/libya-signs-20-billion-oil-deal-with-totalenergies-and-conocophillips/) - Libya signed a 25-year oil deal with France's TotalEnergies and US-based ConocoPhillips, involving more than 20 billion dollars of foreign investments, Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah said during the Libya ‌Energy and Economy Summit in Tripoli on Saturday. The agreement was signed through Waha Oil Company, a subsidiary of Libya's state-run National Oil Corporation. The
- [How playing football can help protect girls from cervical cancer](https://breakingafricanews.com/how-playing-football-can-help-protect-girls-from-cervical-cancer/) - Scoring goals for a cervical cancer vaccine: this is the ambition of the Goal Getter Campaign. The initiative was first showcased in Tanzania and Eswatini earlier last year before moving to Zimbabwe in December, using soccer to build awareness and trust among girls in the HPV vaccine. Lesotho’s Lishoeshoe soccer club was losing by four
- [Interpol busts global human trafficking network, rescues 4,400 victims](https://breakingafricanews.com/interpol-busts-global-human-trafficking-network-rescues-4400-victims/) - Cross-border law enforcement agency Interpol says it has arrested more than 3,700 people as part of a global crackdown on human traffickers and migrant smugglers. More than 4,400 potential victims have been protected by the operation, the organisation said on Monday. Operation Liberterra III took place over eleven days last November, across 119 countries and
- [Sudan: Volunteers plant trees to make Khartoum greener amid reconstruction](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-volunteers-plant-trees-to-make-khartoum-greener-amid-reconstruction/) - As reconstruction is underway in Sudan’s capital, a grassroots initiative is using the opportunity to turn Khartoum into a greener city. Volunteers are working to plant 1,000 trees around Khartoum in the hopes of restoring its pre-war glory. "The initiative began with questions like, 'Why don't we have fruit trees in Sudan? Why aren't these
- [In Ivory Coast, cocoa farmers have nobody to sell their produce to](https://breakingafricanews.com/in-ivory-coast-cocoa-farmers-have-nobody-to-sell-their-produce-to/) - The West African country is home to thousands of smallholder cocoa farmers, who are the backbone of the world's largest producer of the fruit. But the country currently faces major difficulties in selling its cocoa, hit by a slowdown in exports and a drop in global prices. Laurent Kone's wattle-and-daub house, with its tarpaulin roof
- [Sudan's vital gold industry hit by ongoing conflict, collapsing trade ties](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudans-vital-gold-industry-hit-by-ongoing-conflict-collapsing-trade-ties/) - Sudan's gold industry, a key source of foreign currency, is reeling under ongoing conflict, infrastructure damage, and collapsing trade ties. The price of gold is hitting record highs but gold traders in Sudan are missing out. The country is one of Africa's leading gold producers and exporters but conflict, infrastructure damage, and collapsing trade ties
- [Senegalese PM Ousmane Sonko dismisses AFCON tensions with Morocco](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegalese-pm-ousmane-sonko-dismisses-afcon-tensions-with-morocco/) - Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko on Monday dismissed post-Africa Cup of Nations tensions between his country and Morocco as "excesses" only caused by "sporting emotions." Sonko spoke alongisde his Moroccan counterpart Aziz Akhannouch during the 15th Morocco–Senegal Joint Commission for Cooperation held from January 26 to 28 in Rabat. "This visit therefore comes at a
- [Israel agrees to 'limited reopening' of Rafah crossing between Egypt and Gaza](https://breakingafricanews.com/israel-agrees-to-limited-reopening-of-rafah-crossing-between-egypt-and-gaza/) - Israel says it has agreed to a “limited reopening” of the Rafah border crossing between the Gaza Strip and Egypt as part of Donald Trump’s peace plan. The crossing will be open “for pedestrian passage only” and “subject to a full Israeli inspection mechanism,” according to a statement from the Israeli prime minister’s office on
- [Liberia: At Davos, Liberia's Foreign Minister Meets Elon Musk As Spacex Praises Country's Business-Friendly Reforms](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-at-davos-liberias-foreign-minister-meets-elon-musk-as-spacex-praises-countrys-business-friendly-reforms-2/) - Davos — Liberia's Foreign Minister, Sara Beysolow Nyanti, has held talks with SpaceX founder Elon Musk on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, as Liberia intensifies efforts to position itself as an emerging destination for global investment. Minister Nyanti, who is leading a high-powered Liberian delegation to the global forum,
- [Liberia: Boakai Appoints 35-Year-Old Atty. Cornelia Kruah As Youth & Sports Minister - Move Seen As Push for Generational Shift](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-boakai-appoints-35-year-old-atty-cornelia-kruah-as-youth-sports-minister-move-seen-as-push-for-generational-shift-2/) - Monrovia — In a move signaling a strategic pivot toward youth inclusion, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has nominated Attorney Cornelia Wonkerleh Kruah as the Minister of Youth and Sports. The appointment, announced Wednesday, is being hailed as a milestone for generational representation within one of the nation's most critical ministries. At 35, Atty. Kruah
- [Nigeria: Terrorists Kill Six in Sokoto Lga Hit By US Airstrike](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-terrorists-kill-six-in-sokoto-lga-hit-by-us-airstrike/) - The attack resulted in the deaths of six men, while many other villagers were forced to abandon their homes in search of safety. At least six residents were killed in Baidi village in the Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State on Wednesday night during an attack by a suspected terrorist group believed to be
- [Nigeria: 'Don't Call Me Bro', - Nigeria's Youngest Yoruba Traditional Ruler Warns](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-dont-call-me-bro-nigerias-youngest-yoruba-traditional-ruler-warns/) - He ascended the throne at the age of 16 following the death of his father. Oba Oloyede Akinghare II, the Arujale-Ojima of Okeluse Kingdom in Ondo State, and widely regarded as the youngest Yoruba traditional ruler, has warned the public against disrespecting his throne. The monarch, who ascended the throne at 16 following the death
- [Nigeria: Lagos Schools Shut Over Explosion Threat, Police Rule Out Danger](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-lagos-schools-shut-over-explosion-threat-police-rule-out-danger/) - Avi-Cenna International School and Grange School, both located in Lagos, have temporarily suspended physical academic activities following threats of a possible explosion. Avi-Cenna International School announced its closure in a letter signed by Paul Olubajo and addressed to parents and guardians. The management disclosed that it received a text message threatening a fire explosion at
- [Somalia: Former Somali PM Hails Jubbaland, Danab Forces After Al-Shabaab Defeat](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-former-somali-pm-hails-jubbaland-danab-forces-after-al-shabaab-defeat/) - Mogadishu — Former Somali prime minister Mohamed Hussein Roble on Friday congratulated Jubbaland regional forces and the elite Danab commando unit after what he described as a successful operation against Al-Shabaab militants in southern Somalia. In a statement, Roble praised the forces for defeating the Islamist group in fighting in the Kudhaa area of Badhaadhe
- [Egypt: Deputy Secretary Landau's Travel to Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Djibouti](https://breakingafricanews.com/egypt-deputy-secretary-landaus-travel-to-egypt-ethiopia-kenya-and-djibouti/) - Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau will travel to Egypt and will then travel with Commander of U.S. Africa Command General Dagvin Anderson to Ethiopia, Kenya, and Djibouti January 24-February 1. In Cairo, Deputy Secretary Landau will engage U.S. companies operating and investing in Egypt. He will also meet with Egyptian government officials to discuss
- [Uganda: Ranking Member Shaheen, Senator Booker Push for Accountability After Elections in Uganda](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-ranking-member-shaheen-senator-booker-push-for-accountability-after-elections-in-uganda/) - Washington, DC — Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Cory Booker (D-NJ), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Policy, released the following statement after the elections held in Uganda on January 15, 2026. "Uganda's January 15th election was another blow to the
- [Uganda: Risch Statement on Uganda Elections](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-risch-statement-on-uganda-elections/) - Washington, DC — U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the statement below on Uganda's recent elections. "Uganda's elections – like the recent elections in Tanzania - were a hollow exercise, staged to legitimize President Yoweri Museveni's seventh term and four decades in power. "But even more so than
- [Kenya: Raila Odinga Jr Leads Efforts to Solve Kibra Water Shortage Crisis](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-raila-odinga-jr-leads-efforts-to-solve-kibra-water-shortage-crisis-2/) - Nairobi — Raila Odinga Junior has intensified efforts to address the chronic water shortage in Kibra when on Thursday he led a delegation of local leaders to Nairobi City Hall for discussions with county officials aimed at finding practical solutions to the crisis. Odinga Jr highlighted that the talks built on previous engagements with community
- [South Africa: Failing Water Systems Will Cost R400-Billion to Fix, Says Minister](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-failing-water-systems-will-cost-r400-billion-to-fix-says-minister-2/) - 73% of water authorities in South Africa have "poor" or "critical" water systems The nationwide maintenance backlog on water and sanitation systems will cost about R400-billion to rectify, said Water and Sanitation Minister, Pemmy Majodina, in response to a question in Parliament in December. But only R26-billion total expenditure on Water and Sanitation services was
- [Senegal: 'I Tried to Protect My Players From Injustice' - - Pape Thiaw Breaks Silence On Afcon Final Walk-Off](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegal-i-tried-to-protect-my-players-from-injustice-pape-thiaw-breaks-silence-on-afcon-final-walk-off-2/) - The final will be remembered not only for silverware, but for a defining debate about officiating, emotion, and where protest ends, and passion begins in African football's biggest moments Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has finally addressed the most controversial moment of the Africa Cup of Nations final, admitting that emotion, not defiance, drove his
- [Uganda: 'We Have to Free Ourselves' - Bobi Wine Urges Ugandans to Reject Election Result](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-we-have-to-free-ourselves-bobi-wine-urges-ugandans-to-reject-election-result/) - A week after Uganda's incumbent President Yoweri Museveni was re-elected for a seventh term, opposition leader Bobi Wine says he has evidence the polls were rigged. In an interview with RFI, he calls for peaceful protests - and a firmer stance from the international community. Wine, head of the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP), officially
- [Mozambique: Shelters Overcrowded as Flood Displacement Grows](https://breakingafricanews.com/mozambique-shelters-overcrowded-as-flood-displacement-grows/) - Geneva — Weeks of heavy rainfall have caused widespread flooding in southern and central Mozambique, forcing families from their homes and submerging entire neighbourhoods as rivers overflow, the United Nations said Friday. The head of the International Organization for Migration (IOM)'s Pemba office, Dr Andrew Mbala Peter, speaking by phone, said at a UN Press
- [Ethiopia: Commercial Bank of Ethiopia Launches CBE Connect Digital Platform](https://breakingafricanews.com/ethiopia-commercial-bank-of-ethiopia-launches-cbe-connect-digital-platform/) - Addis Ababa — The Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) has unveiled today CBE Connect, a digital platform that bundles together over seven financial services, eliminating barriers with direct transfers from global banks to Ethiopian fintech wallets. The digital app is developed in partnership with the local fintech firm StarPay Financial Technologies (Eaglelion Technology Plc), it
- [DR Congo city residents forced to adapt during year of M23 rule](https://breakingafricanews.com/dr-congo-city-residents-forced-to-adapt-during-year-of-m23-rule/) - They were caught under a barrage of fire and became trapped with "nowhere to go" after their city in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo fell under the M23 armed group's control a year ago. Around one million Goma residents were holed up in their homes on 26 January last year when the Congolese army
- [United States officially exits the World Health Organization](https://breakingafricanews.com/united-states-officially-exits-the-world-health-organization/) - The United States left the World Health Organization on Thursday with an official saying the agency had strayed from its core mission and acted contrary to American interests. But public health experts have criticised the move saying it will disadvantage the US when it comes to responding to health crises. US President Donald Trump signed
- [Nigeria's defense equipment from US to be delivered after five years](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigerias-defense-equipment-from-us-to-be-delivered-after-five-years/) - In a remote northwestern Nigerian community, families are pleading for the release of over 150 worshippers abducted from churches last Sunday, even as the government announces a breakthrough in securing delayed U.S. military aid to combat the nation’s spiraling violence. The dual developments highlight a nation caught between relentless terrorist attacks and a complex diplomatic
- [Malawi launches cholera vaccine rollout](https://breakingafricanews.com/malawi-launches-cholera-vaccine-rollout/) - Malawi has launched a three-day cholera vaccine rollout this week, in a bid to curb the threat of a disease that claims tens of thousands of lives worldwide each year. It comes as officials have warned of “a steady rise” in cases across the country. Among the locations targeted by local health officials for the
- [Mozambique: crocodiles appear in towns amid floods](https://breakingafricanews.com/mozambique-crocodiles-appear-in-towns-amid-floods/) - Residents in Mozambique are on high alert, as crocodiles have started to appear across towns amid heavy floods. The animals are responsible for at least three deaths in the country. Earlier this month, wo people were killed in an incident in Gaza province. According to local media, a man was “swallowed” by a crocodile in
- [France intercepts suspected 'shadow fleet' tanker from Russia](https://breakingafricanews.com/france-intercepts-suspected-shadow-fleet-tanker-from-russia/) - In a mission targeting the sanctioned Russian shadow fleet, France’s navy has intercepted an oil tanker in the Mediterranean Sea that set sail from Russia. The French navy used intelligence from the United Kingdom to intercept the vessel. Dubbed the 'Grinch', the ship is suspected of operating with a false flag It ship is being
- [IMF team to visit Gabon as authorities plan reform program](https://breakingafricanews.com/imf-team-to-visit-gabon-as-authorities-plan-reform-program/) - A delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is expected in Libreville next month, as the central African country seeks the multilateral lender's help to implement a reform program. Gabon has made no formal request for a loan from the Fund, however. Finance minister Thierry Minko told Reuters this week that 'technical and institutional discussions
- [Haiti's crisis deepens after transitional council votes to oust prime minister](https://breakingafricanews.com/haitis-crisis-deepens-after-transitional-council-votes-to-oust-prime-minister/) - Haiti’s long-running political crisis deepened Friday when the country’s transitional presidential council announced it had voted to fire Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, just two weeks before the panel is supposed to step down. Edgard Leblanc Fils made the announcement at a news conference alongside fellow council member Leslie Voltaire, saying a majority of the
- [YouTuber IShowSpeed rallies Benin on Africa tour](https://breakingafricanews.com/youtuber-ishowspeed-rallies-benin-on-africa-tour/) - US YouTuber IShowSpeed visited Nigeria's cultural and economic capital Lagos as part of his African tour on Wednesday, where he celebrated his 21st birthday by hitting 50 million subscribers. The YouTube and Twitch star's tour kicked off on December 29, travelling through some 15 countries across Africa and drawing crowds at every stop. Rolling Stone
- [Ivory Coast's Ouattara makes brother deputy PM in reshuffle](https://breakingafricanews.com/ivory-coasts-ouattara-makes-brother-deputy-pm-in-reshuffle/) - Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara announced a government reshuffle Friday in which most ministers retained their posts and his brother, the current defence minister, also became deputy premier. The reshuffle follows a general election in December in which Ouattara's ruling RHDP party won nearly 80 percent of the seats in parliament -- and three months
- [Liberia: Govt Seeks U.S.$900 Million to Transform Ports, Transport Sector](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-govt-seeks-u-s-900-million-to-transform-ports-transport-sector/) - The government has unveiled an ambitious plan to inject nearly US$900 million into the country's ports and transport infrastructure, a move officials say could fundamentally reshape Liberia's economic landscape and reposition the country as a strategic maritime and logistics hub in West Africa. The proposal was disclosed during the First National Infrastructure Conference held in
- [Uganda: Heavy Security At Butambala Court As Kivumbi Expected Amid Election Violence Probe](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-heavy-security-at-butambala-court-as-kivumbi-expected-amid-election-violence-probe/) - Heavy security has been deployed at the Butambala Chief Magistrate's Court ahead of the expected appearance of Butambala County legislator and National Unity Platform (NUP) Buganda deputy president, Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi. Kivumbi was arrested yesterday, with police stating that he is assisting investigators to determine the causes of violent incidents in Butambala during the general
- [Liberia: Boakai to Deliver SONA Amid Mixed Reactions](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-boakai-to-deliver-sona-amid-mixed-reactions/) - Monrovia — Amid mixed public reactions to the government's performance, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai is expected to use Monday's State of the Nation Address (SONA) to calm rising public anxiety and rebuild trust in his leadership. In recent weeks, the government, through the Ministry of Information, embarked on the presentation of its 2025 progress reports
- [Nigerian Govt Unveils New Macro-Strategy to Tackle Food Insecurity](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigerian-govt-unveils-new-macro-strategy-to-tackle-food-insecurity/) - Mr Shettima said the "Back to the Farm" initiative is designed to curb inflation, reduce foreign exchange spending on food imports, insulate Nigeria from global shocks, and restore productivity in the country's key food basket regions. The federal government has announced the commencement of a multi-dimensional agricultural drive, tagged the "Back to the Farm" initiative,
- [Liberia: At Davos, Liberia's Foreign Minister Meets Elon Musk As Spacex Praises Country's Business-Friendly Reforms](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-at-davos-liberias-foreign-minister-meets-elon-musk-as-spacex-praises-countrys-business-friendly-reforms/) - Davos — Liberia's Foreign Minister, Sara Beysolow Nyanti, has held talks with SpaceX founder Elon Musk on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, as Liberia intensifies efforts to position itself as an emerging destination for global investment. Minister Nyanti, who is leading a high-powered Liberian delegation to the global forum,
- [Liberia: Boakai Appoints 35-Year-Old Atty. Cornelia Kruah As Youth & Sports Minister - Move Seen As Push for Generational Shift](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-boakai-appoints-35-year-old-atty-cornelia-kruah-as-youth-sports-minister-move-seen-as-push-for-generational-shift/) - Monrovia — In a move signaling a strategic pivot toward youth inclusion, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has nominated Attorney Cornelia Wonkerleh Kruah as the Minister of Youth and Sports. The appointment, announced Wednesday, is being hailed as a milestone for generational representation within one of the nation's most critical ministries. At 35, Atty. Kruah
- [Kenya: Raila Odinga Jr Leads Efforts to Solve Kibra Water Shortage Crisis](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-raila-odinga-jr-leads-efforts-to-solve-kibra-water-shortage-crisis/) - Nairobi — Raila Odinga Junior has intensified efforts to address the chronic water shortage in Kibra when on Thursday he led a delegation of local leaders to Nairobi City Hall for discussions with county officials aimed at finding practical solutions to the crisis. Odinga Jr highlighted that the talks built on previous engagements with community
- [Kenya: High Court Orders Immediate Release of Duty-Free Rice Imports in Landmark Food Security Ruling](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-high-court-orders-immediate-release-of-duty-free-rice-imports-in-landmark-food-security-ruling/) - Nairobi — The High Court has ordered the immediate release and customs clearance of all pending and incoming shipments of duty-free Grade 1 milled white rice, in a landmark decision that places national food security and the constitutional right to food at the forefront of government action. In orders issued on January 20, the Milimani
- [South Africa: Failing Water Systems Will Cost R400-Billion to Fix, Says Minister](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-failing-water-systems-will-cost-r400-billion-to-fix-says-minister/) - 73% of water authorities in South Africa have "poor" or "critical" water systems The nationwide maintenance backlog on water and sanitation systems will cost about R400-billion to rectify, said Water and Sanitation Minister, Pemmy Majodina, in response to a question in Parliament in December. But only R26-billion total expenditure on Water and Sanitation services was
- [Nigeria: Why Hundreds of Children Die of Malnutrition in Kebbi](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-why-hundreds-of-children-die-of-malnutrition-in-kebbi/) - According to the Kebbi State Nutrition Office, 608 severely malnourished children died between January and September 2025 across 21 treatment centres in five local government areas. Misconceptions about child malnutrition continue to delay medical care in Kebbi State, contributing to hundreds of preventable deaths despite the presence of treatment centres and humanitarian support. For families
- [Senegal: 'I Tried to Protect My Players From Injustice' - - Pape Thiaw Breaks Silence On Afcon Final Walk-Off](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegal-i-tried-to-protect-my-players-from-injustice-pape-thiaw-breaks-silence-on-afcon-final-walk-off/) - The final will be remembered not only for silverware, but for a defining debate about officiating, emotion, and where protest ends, and passion begins in African football's biggest moments Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has finally addressed the most controversial moment of the Africa Cup of Nations final, admitting that emotion, not defiance, drove his
- [Over one million Nigerians face hunger due to funding shortages](https://breakingafricanews.com/over-one-million-nigerians-face-hunger-due-to-funding-shortages/) - A catastrophic hunger crisis is set to dramatically worsen in northeastern Nigeria, as the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) warns it will be forced to slash food aid to over a million vulnerable people within weeks due to a critical lack of funding, amidst escalating violence and record hunger levels. The WFP announced Thursday
- [Ryan Coogler’s vampire epic ‘Sinners’ breaks Oscar nominations record](https://breakingafricanews.com/ryan-cooglers-vampire-epic-sinners-breaks-oscar-nominations-record/) - Ryan Coogler’s blues-steeped vampire epic “Sinners” led all films with 16 nominations to the 98th Academy Awards on Thursday, setting a record for the most in Oscar history. Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences voters showered “Sinners” with more nominations than they had ever bestowed before, breaking the 14-nomination mark set by “All About
- [South Africa's Kruger park suffers 'devastating' damage from floods](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africas-kruger-park-suffers-devastating-damage-from-floods/) - South Africa's iconic Kruger National Park suffered major damage to critical infrastructure in recent flooding, with the cost of repairs estimated to run over 30 million dollars, officials said Thursday. Torrential rains and floods last week forced the world-famous safari destination, which is nearly the size of Wales, to halt day visits and airlift guests
- [US-backed hepatitis B vaccine study halted in Guinea-Bissau](https://breakingafricanews.com/us-backed-hepatitis-b-vaccine-study-halted-in-guinea-bissau/) - Guinea-Bissau has halted a US-backed hepatitis B vaccine study on newborns, pending an emergency ethical review. The country’s health minister says a six-member ethics committee never met before the study was approved, a major red flag. The trial would randomly vaccinate some newborns and withhold the shot from others, tracking illness, death, and development. Critics
- [DR Congo’s Goma one year under M23 control](https://breakingafricanews.com/dr-congos-goma-one-year-under-m23-control/) - Nearly a year after Rwanda-backed M23 fighters seized the eastern Congolese city of Goma, life for civilians has changed dramatically, marked by insecurity, displacement, and deepening political tensions. The takeover in late January last year followed days of intense fighting that left many residents killed or wounded and sent shockwaves through the provincial capital, a
- [Three years after war damage, Khartoum’s Bahri Hospital reopens amid economic struggles](https://breakingafricanews.com/three-years-after-war-damage-khartoums-bahri-hospital-reopens-amid-economic-struggles/) - Three years on, Khartoum’s Bahri Teaching Hospital is welcoming patients once again, nearly three years after it was wrecked and looted in the early days of Sudan’s war. The hospital, located in the city’s north, was stormed by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in April 2023, just days after fighting erupted between the RSF and
- [TikTok finalizes a deal to form a new American entity](https://breakingafricanews.com/tiktok-finalizes-a-deal-to-form-a-new-american-entity/) - TikTok has finalized a deal to create a new American entity, avoiding the looming threat of a ban in the United States that has been in discussion for years on the platform now used by more than 200 million Americans. The social video platform company signed agreements with major investors including Oracle, Silver Lake and
- [Violence by illegal gold miners in South Africa forces families to leave homes](https://breakingafricanews.com/violence-by-illegal-gold-miners-in-south-africa-forces-families-to-leave-homes/) - Hundreds of people have fled their homes in the Sporong informal settlement near the gold mining town of Randfontein in South Africa. All is quiet in the once bustling community with few opting to stay on amid relentless violence, intimidation, and threats linked to illegal miners operating in the area. Resident Miami Chauke, who has
- [Rwanda to test AI-powered technology in clinics](https://breakingafricanews.com/rwanda-to-test-ai-powered-technology-in-clinics/) - Rwanda will test technology powered by artificial intelligence in more than 50 health clinics as part of a new initiative by the Gates Foundation to support 1,000 clinics across Africa with the aim to improve health care services. The technology is intended to strengthen rather than replace clinical judgment, while improving efficiency within an already
- [Fifa pass launches to help fans travel to US for 2026 World Cup](https://breakingafricanews.com/fifa-pass-launches-to-help-fans-travel-to-us-for-2026-world-cup/) - Fans planning to attend the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico may face visa hurdles, but a new system aims to make travel easier. The Fifa Prioritised Appointment Scheduling System (Fifa Pass), announced by US President Donald Trump in November, went live this week. It helps fans from countries whose teams have
- [Key Moscow meeting: Putin, US envoy, and former advisor discuss peace](https://breakingafricanews.com/key-moscow-meeting-putin-us-envoy-and-former-advisor-discuss-peace/) - In a significant diplomatic maneuver, Russian President Vladimir Putin held a late-night meeting with U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and former President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, on Thursday. The talks coincide with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s announcement that peace proposals are “nearly ready,” setting the stage for critical trilateral negotiations set to begin Friday
- [South Africa to step aside from G20 during United States presidency](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-to-step-aside-from-g20-during-united-states-presidency/) - South Africa’s finance minister, Enoch Godongwana, has confirmed that the country will step back from its G20 engagements during the United States presidency of the grouping. Speaking at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos on Thursday, he described the decision as a “temporary setback”. US President Donald Trump said in November that South Africa
- [Morocco’s King calls for African unity After AFCON final clashes](https://breakingafricanews.com/moroccos-king-calls-for-african-unity-after-afcon-final-clashes/) - Morocco’s King Mohammed VI says African fraternity will prevail after what he called “deplorable” acts that marred the closing minutes of the Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal. The final was overshadowed by controversy after Senegal’s players briefly walked off the pitch in protest over a VAR-awarded penalty, before returning to win
- [Post-election violence in Uganda leaves 30 dead](https://breakingafricanews.com/post-election-violence-in-uganda-leaves-30-dead/) - The head of the Ugandan army and son of newly re-elected President Yoweri Museveni said on Friday that 30 opposition supporters had been killed and 2,000 arrested following the election. Opposition leader Bobi Wine remained in hiding on Friday after accusing security forces of raiding his home following the January 15 vote. He called the
- [Kenya: Sugar Prices to Remain Stable Despite Production Dip, Kenya Sugar Board Assures](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-sugar-prices-to-remain-stable-despite-production-dip-kenya-sugar-board-assures/) - Nairobi — Kenyans should not expect a spike in sugar prices despite concerns raised by recent Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) data, the Kenya Sugar Board has said, assuring consumers that national supply remains stable even as the sector recovers from production challenges. In a statement on Thursday, the Board said the country has
- [Liberia: MCC Clarifies Liberia's Second Compact Process](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-mcc-clarifies-liberias-second-compact-process/) - Liberia's renewed engagement with the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) has sparked public excitement and, in some quarters, premature expectations of an imminent financial windfall. But during an official visit to Monrovia this week, a senior MCC official moved to reset the narrative, emphasizing that while Liberia is on a promising path toward a second compact,
- [Mauritius: Green Rhetoric, Brown Governance](https://breakingafricanews.com/mauritius-green-rhetoric-brown-governance/) - Inside Mauritius' environmental leadership. How Mauritius learned to stop acting and love the status quo. At times even regressing. A carbon-free future fuelled by coal and plastic... In 2026, environmental issues in Mauritius will no doubt be treated without the seriousness they deserve as it has been the case in 2025 - as a footnote
- [Liberia Retains Crown As World's Largest Shipping Registry](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-retains-crown-as-worlds-largest-shipping-registry/) - Liberia has once again consolidated its position as the world's largest shipping registry, marking the third consecutive year the country has held the global maritime mantle and widening its lead over its closest competitor by nearly 45 million gross tons. "This achievement makes it the third consecutive year that Liberia holds the mantle of the
- [Liberia: Ishowspeed Set for SKD - Global Internet Sensation to Livestream County Meet Champions in Monrovia](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-ishowspeed-set-for-skd-global-internet-sensation-to-livestream-county-meet-champions-in-monrovia/) - Monrovia — The global spotlight is set to shine on Liberia this Saturday, January 24, as the American internet sensation Darren Jason Watkins Jr., popularly known as "IShow Speed," arrives in the country for a landmark sports and tourism event at the Samuel Kanyon Doe (SKD) Sports Complex. The high-profile visit is being spearheaded by
- [Nigeria: Kano Under Siege - Banditry, Gang Violence Displacing Communities, Claiming Lives](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-kano-under-siege-banditry-gang-violence-displacing-communities-claiming-lives/) - The veneer of Kano as one of the safer states in the North-west has been broken in recent months with the spillover of banditry from neighbouring Katsina State. The dark Monday of 24 November 2025 began like any other for Kabiru Usman and his friends in the Biresawa community, Tsanyawa Local Government Area of Kano
- [Uganda: MP Muwanga Kivumbi Arrested](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-mp-muwanga-kivumbi-arrested/) - Police have confirmed the arrest of outgoing Butambala County legislator Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi in connection with alleged acts of political violence during the January 15, 2026 general election in Butambala District. In a statement issued on January 22, 2026, Police said the legislator is currently in custody and will be arraigned before court in due
- [Ghana: Multidimensional Poverty Falls to 21.9 Percent, but Regional Disparities Persist - GSS](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-multidimensional-poverty-falls-to-21-9-percent-but-regional-disparities-persist-gss/) - Multidimensional poverty in the country has steadily declined from 23.9 per cent in the first quarter of 2025 to 21.9 per cent in the third quarter of 2025, a study by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has revealed. The Quarterly Multidimensional Poverty Report, covering the first quarter of 2024 to the third quarter of 2025,
- [Kenya: Murkomen Pushes Police Reforms Amid Rising Brutality Complaints](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-murkomen-pushes-police-reforms-amid-rising-brutality-complaints/) - Kisumu — Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen says recent incidents of police violence reported in several parts of the country had prompted renewed engagement with police commanders to curb misconduct and restore public confidence in law enforcement. Speaking in Kisumu during a visit to the Kenya Coast Guard Service, Murkomen reassured Kenyans that the government
- [South Africa: Anti-Immigrant Protests Erupt At Durban School](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-anti-immigrant-protests-erupt-at-durban-school/) - Education department rejects claims that immigrants are given preference Police had to protect immigrant learners from protesters outside Addington Primary School in Point, Durban, on Wednesday. Members of the anti-immigration movement March and March, together with members of the MK Party, believe, without evidence, that immigrant learners are being prioritised over South Africans who want
- [South Africa: Death Toll Climbs to 14 After Vanderbijlpark School Crash](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-death-toll-climbs-to-14-after-vanderbijlpark-school-crash/) - The death toll from a Vanderbijlpark school transport crash has risen to 14. Two injured learners died in hospital early on Thursday, 22 January 2026, after being hurt in the crash earlier this week. Gauteng police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Mavela Masondo confirmed the deaths on Thursday. The crash happened on Monday, 19 January 2026, when
- [Ethiopia: Children Affected By Ethiopia Mine Pollution Need Justice](https://breakingafricanews.com/ethiopia-children-affected-by-ethiopia-mine-pollution-need-justice/) - UN Child Rights Body Should Urge Mine Suspension, Independent Assessment People living near Lega Dembi gold mine in Ethiopia's Oromia region have for years complained about serious health impacts, including children born with long-term health conditions, miscarriages, and stillbirths. Several studies have found high concentrations of toxic chemicals, including cadmium, mercury, lead, and arsenic, in
- [Trump demands 'immediate negotiations' to acquire Greenland, vows not to use force](https://breakingafricanews.com/trump-demands-immediate-negotiations-to-acquire-greenland-vows-not-to-use-force/) - United States President Donald Trump demanded “immediate negotiations” for the US to acquire Greenland during his speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday. Trump insisted he wants to “get Greenland, including right, title and ownership,” but he said he wouldn’t employ force to achieve that. “What I’m asking for is a piece
- [Ivory Coast: Robert Beugré Mambé reappointed as prime minister](https://breakingafricanews.com/ivory-coast-robert-beugre-mambe-reappointed-as-prime-minister/) - Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara reappointed Robert Beugré Mambé as the country’s prime minister on Wednesday. Mambé previously served as prime minister from 2023 until his resignation just two weeks ago, following Ivory Coast’s parliamentary elections in December. The ruling Rally of Houphouëtists for Democracy and Peace won 197 of the National Assembly’s 255 seats.
- [Nigerian troops free 62 hostages, kill 2 militants in northwest](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigerian-troops-free-62-hostages-kill-2-militants-in-northwest/) - Five soldiers and one police officer have been killed in an ambush in northwest Nigeria, the army said. The attack occurred in Zamfara state on Monday, army spokesman David Adewusi said in a statement on Tuesday. Authorities didn’t release details about who was responsible for the ambush, but referred to the attackers as “terrorists.” “Despite
- [Trump, Sisi and Gulf states back new ‘board of peace’ for Gaza at Davos](https://breakingafricanews.com/trump-sisi-and-gulf-states-back-new-board-of-peace-for-gaza-at-davos/) - US President Donald Trump met on Wednesday with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The two discussed bringing together Egypt and Ethiopia to resolve a dispute over Ethiopia's Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, as well as the US-led Board of Peace overseeing the Gaza peace deal. Later, Egypt's foreign
- [Guinea-Bissau set to hold general elections on December 6](https://breakingafricanews.com/guinea-bissau-set-to-hold-general-elections-on-december-6/) - Guinea-Bissau's junta said in a decree published on Wednesday that the country would hold presidential and legislative elections on December 6. "All the conditions for organising free, fair and transparent elections have been met," according to the decree read by junta leader, General Horta N'Tam, in front of the press. The announcement comes two months
- [Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine in hiding after police raid on his home](https://breakingafricanews.com/ugandan-opposition-leader-bobi-wine-in-hiding-after-police-raid-on-his-home/) - Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine is on the run after police raided his home. Wine, whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi, said he escaped the raid and has since been in hiding. He said he is constantly on the move and being housed and protected “by the common people.” Wine has said his wife and
- [US YouTube star IShowSpeed celebrates 21st birthday in Lagos](https://breakingafricanews.com/us-youtube-star-ishowspeed-celebrates-21st-birthday-in-lagos/) - American YouTuber IShowSpeed was in Lagos on Wednesday, where he celebrated his 21st birthday by hitting 50 million subscribers. While in Lagos, he stopped at the Balogun Market, Freedom Park and the Nike Art Gallery. He also tried Nigeria’s famous jollof rice. The YouTube and Twitch star kicked off an African tour at the end
- [New Zealand landslide traps campers, children among the missing](https://breakingafricanews.com/new-zealand-landslide-traps-campers-children-among-the-missing/) - New Zealand was shaken on Thursday after a landslide tore through a seaside campground at the base of Mount Maunganui on the North Island. Emergency services were called shortly after 9.30 am when tonnes of earth slid into the Beachside Holiday Park, burying parts of the site. Several camper vans and a shower block were
- [Severe weather in Greece claims lives of coastguard officer and woman](https://breakingafricanews.com/severe-weather-in-greece-claims-lives-of-coastguard-officer-and-woman/) - In the eastern Peloponnese town of Astros, a coastguard officer died after being struck by a wave while urging fishermen to leave the harbour. Hours later, a woman was killed in the Athens suburb of Glyfada when floodwater pushed a car into her. Winds topped 100 kilometres an hour in some areas, grounding ferries and
- [Aid groups warn of life-threatening conditions in Gaza due to fuel crisis](https://breakingafricanews.com/aid-groups-warn-of-life-threatening-conditions-in-gaza-due-to-fuel-crisis/) - Winter conditions are hitting the Gaza Strip hard, where families in the Muwasi area of Khan Younis dig through rubbish to find plastic and paper for fires. At a nearby dump, men, women and children use bare hands to collect anything that can burn, as firewood and gas have become unaffordable. In fragile tents, these
- [Backlash in Mogadishu against 'ignorant' Trump comments about Somalia](https://breakingafricanews.com/backlash-in-mogadishu-against-ignorant-trump-comments-about-somalia/) - Residents of Somalia’s capital Mogadishu voiced their anger on Wednesday at remarks made by US president Donald Trump during his speech to the World Economic Forum in Davos. Trump disparaged Somalis living in America as “low-IQ” and dismissed Somalia as having “no government” and being “barely a state.” He singled out Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar
- [Reconstruction underway in Khartoum even as war in Sudan continues](https://breakingafricanews.com/reconstruction-underway-in-khartoum-even-as-war-in-sudan-continues/) - Even as Sudan’s civil war continues, reconstruction is underway in the capital Khartoum where the army-backed government says it plans to return gradually. Many roads in the city have been cleared, rubble is being removed, and cranes now punctuate the skyline. The army retook Khartoum last March from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) which
- [Greenlandic authorities tell residents to be prepared in case of crisis](https://breakingafricanews.com/greenlandic-authorities-tell-residents-to-be-prepared-in-case-of-crisis/) - Greenland's government on Wednesday told its citizens to be prepared as it published a handbook on what to do in case of a crisis. Greenlandic ministers held a press conference in Nuuk to discuss the publication of the handbook - which does not reference any threat from the United States. The guide - in Greenlandic
- [Uganda: Police Dismiss Claims of High Death Toll in Wamala Election Protests](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-police-dismiss-claims-of-high-death-toll-in-wamala-election-protests/) - Police in the Wamala region have dismissed reports claiming that a large number of people died during demonstrations that followed the conclusion of parliamentary and presidential election activities. According to the Wamala Regional Police Spokesperson, SSP Lameck Kigozi, only three fatalities were recorded during the unrest, contrary to claims circulating on social media and some
- [Nigeria: ADC Opposes Proposed Release of 70 Suspected Bandits in Katsina](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-adc-opposes-proposed-release-of-70-suspected-bandits-in-katsina/) - The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly condemned and rejected plans by Gov. Dikko Radda's administration to release 70 suspected bandits currently in custody. The opposition party described the move as dangerous, unjust, and a grave betrayal of victims of banditry across frontline local government areas of the state. Addressing journalists on Tuesday in Katsina,
- [Tunisia: Head of State Visits Families of Moknine Flood Victims](https://breakingafricanews.com/tunisia-head-of-state-visits-families-of-moknine-flood-victims/) - Tunis — President of the Republic Kais Saied paid a visit on Tuesday evening to the town of Moknine in the governorate of Monastir, which is mourning the death of four residents following the floods that struck the region. Upon arrival, the Head of State visited the victims' families to offer his condolences. He later
- [Liberia: Cental Wants Inchr Commissioner Appointment Withdrawn](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-cental-wants-inchr-commissioner-appointment-withdrawn/) - Monrovia, January 21, 2026: The Executive Director of the Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL), Anderson D. Miamen, has called on President Joseph Nyuma Boakai to immediately withdraw a recent appointment at the Independent National Commission on Human Rights (INCHR), warning that the decision violates the law establishing the institution and threatens its
- [Ghana Spends Billions Treating Chronic Diseases but Fails to Tackle the Air Pollution Causing Them](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-spends-billions-treating-chronic-diseases-but-fails-to-tackle-the-air-pollution-causing-them/) - The science is clear: every breath of polluted air is an assault on the human body. Tiny particles in dirty air are so minute that they pass deep into the lungs and enter the bloodstream. Doctors say these particles can damage the heart, raise the risk of stroke and diabetes, and contribute to other chronic
- [Nigeria: Police Finally Admit Mass Abduction of Worshippers in Kaduna](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-police-finally-admit-mass-abduction-of-worshippers-in-kaduna/) - The police admitted the incident in a Tuesday night statement issued by their spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin. A day after denying reports of the abduction of worshippers from three churches in Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, the police reversed their position, admitting that the attack "did occur" and many people were
- [Malawi: 'I Felt Free Again' - Restoring Hope and Dignity for Fistula Survivors in Malawi](https://breakingafricanews.com/malawi-i-felt-free-again-restoring-hope-and-dignity-for-fistula-survivors-in-malawi/) - Lilongwe — Beyond the pain and physical symptoms, women suffering from fistula frequently suffer ostracism and psychological trauma. The Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme enabled the treatment and training of 400 women a year at Bwaila Hospital's Fistula Centre, in partnership with the Freedom from Fistula Foundation. The programme also worked to reintegrate fistula survivors
- [South Africa: Going Into Labour in a Village Cut Off By Floods](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-going-into-labour-in-a-village-cut-off-by-floods/) - A woman in Mbaula village, outside Giyani in Limpopo, safely gave birth with the help of a community health worker after floods cut the village off from healthcare services. Heavy rainfall on 14 January caused rivers to overflow, submerging roads and isolating the village. Mbaula and neighbouring Phalakubeni continue to struggle to access healthcare. On
- [Uganda: Pff Raises Alarm Over Besigye's Health, Demands Immediate Release for Medical Care](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-pff-raises-alarm-over-besigyes-health-demands-immediate-release-for-medical-care/) - The People's Front for Freedom (PFF) has raised renewed alarm over the deteriorating health of its leader and four time presidential candidate, Dr. Kizza Besigye, saying the opposition figure is critically ill and being denied adequate medical care while in state custody. In a strongly worded statement issued on Tuesday through its X (formerly Twitter)
- [Liberia: Assets Recovery Taskforce Takes Former First Lady Foundation to Court Over Ownership Rights](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-assets-recovery-taskforce-takes-former-first-lady-foundation-to-court-over-ownership-rights/) - Monrovia — Criminal Court "A" has ordered the Clar Hope Foundation, owned by former First Lady Clar Marie Weah, to turn over all financial and administrative records relating to the construction of its multi-purpose complex in Marshall, Margibi County, intensifying a growing government probe into alleged corruption and possible misuse of public funds. Resident Judge
- [Kenya: High Court Rules Whatsapp Chats Can Form Binding Contracts](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-high-court-rules-whatsapp-chats-can-form-binding-contracts/) - Nairobi — The High Court has upheld a Sh145,000 judgment arising from an agreement that was never written, signed or stamped, affirming that contracts formed through phone calls and WhatsApp messages can be legally binding if key elements of a contract are proven. In the case of Fredrick Ochiel v Kennedy Okoth (2026), the court
- [Cuts in USAID funding cripples healthcare in Malawi](https://breakingafricanews.com/cuts-in-usaid-funding-cripples-healthcare-in-malawi/) - A year after United States President Donald Trump cut funding to its Agency for International Development (USAID), the crisis in Malawi’s healthcare service has deepened. It has undone decades of progress in fighting HIV, malaria, and tuberculosis and has severely impacted services like free contraception provided at family planning clinics. The Family Planning Association of
- [AFCON: Teranga Lions celebrate victory in Dakar](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-teranga-lions-celebrate-victory-in-dakar/) - Scenes of celebration in the streets of Dakar, as the country's football team and their supporters revelled in their victory in the Africa Cup of Nations. It comes after a tense match against Morocco, that saw the players briefly exit the pitch, expressing their disapproval of a penalty decision during second-half stoppage time. In a
- [Burkina Faso: Damiba extradited by Togo](https://breakingafricanews.com/burkina-faso-damiba-extradited-by-togo/) - Paul Henri Sandaogo Damiba has been extradited by Togo to his home country where he’s accused by the junta of plotting a string of coups and assassination attempts. He seized power in 2022 in Burkina Faso, before being ousted nine months later in the coup that installed the country’s current junta chief. Gérard Lagoudou, a
- [Sudan: Aid arrives in Port Sudan as war rages on](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-aid-arrives-in-port-sudan-as-war-rages-on/) - As the war in Sudan rages on, the humanitarian situation on the ground is becoming increasingly dire. Desperately-needed aid containing food supplies, sent by a Turkish-Qatari initiative, has arrived in Port Sudan. Abdullah Rashid Al-Muhannadi, chargé d'affaires of the embassy of Qatar in Port Sudan, said, "2428 tons of humanitarian aid, containing food supplies and
- [Fire crews battle to contain wildfires east of Cape Town](https://breakingafricanews.com/fire-crews-battle-to-contain-wildfires-east-of-cape-town/) - Wildfires burning in Franschhoek, east of Cape Town, flared up on Tuesday, leaving fire crews scrambling to contain the blaze once again. Local reports say fierce winds of up to 50 km an hour have exacerbated the situation in an area laden with dry combustible materials that are fueling the flames. The strong winds are
- [Mozambique floods spiralling into escalating emergency, UN warns](https://breakingafricanews.com/mozambique-floods-spiralling-into-escalating-emergency-un-warns/) - After weeks of heavy rains, floodwaters in Mozambique’s Maputo province have submerged vast areas of land. Nationwide, more than 100 people have been killed since the rainy season began in October. Rosita Augusto, a resident of Maputo Province, is trying to get to her home on the other side of the floodwater. "I am scared
- [Africa tourism up by 8% as global tourism hits record high](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-tourism-up-by-8-as-global-tourism-hits-record-high/) - Tourism to Africa rose by 8 percent last year to 81 million visitors, United Nations Tourism said on Tuesday. The first World Tourism Barometer of the year found that Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt and South Africa all posted strong results. Morocco saw 14 percent more visitors and export revenues from tourism up by 19 percent. International
- [Senegal's president praises player for actions during AFCON final](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegals-president-praises-player-for-actions-during-afcon-final/) - Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye heaped praise on the country’s football team in the capital Dakar on Tuesday following their Africa Cup of Nations victory. The tense final against hosts Morocco on Sunday saw the Senegalese players briefly walk off the pitch to protest a penalty decision deep into second-half stoppage time. On Tuesday, Faye
- [Kenyan police unit comes under fire in Port-au-Prince](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenyan-police-unit-comes-under-fire-in-port-au-prince/) - A specialised police unit in Port-au-Prince came under attack on Monday as it patrolled the streets of the Haitian capital. Officers returned fire after suspected gang members threw molotov cocktails at the armoured car. The vehicle quickly filled with smoke as its roof set alight. Police sped away from the area and volunteers helped put
- [Nigeria ambush kills 5 soldiers, 1 police officer in Zamfara](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-ambush-kills-5-soldiers-1-police-officer-in-zamfara/) - Five soldiers and one police officer have been killed in an ambush in northwest Nigeria, the Nigerian army said on Tuesday. The attack occurred in Zamfara state on Monday, army spokesman David Adewusi said in a statement. “Despite the surprise of the ambush, the troops responded gallantly, engaging the terrorists and preventing further harm to
- [At least four dead in Tunisia floods after heaviest rainfall in over 70 years](https://breakingafricanews.com/at-least-four-dead-in-tunisia-floods-after-heaviest-rainfall-in-over-70-years/) - Flooding in Tunisia has killed four people, authorities said Tuesday, as schools and businesses were forced to close after parts of the country experienced their heaviest rainfall in more than 70 years. All four deaths occurred in Moknine in the Monastir governorate of the North African country, where "two people were swept away by floodwaters,
- [Hilda Baci sets third Guinness World Record with largest serving of rice](https://breakingafricanews.com/hilda-baci-sets-third-guinness-world-record-with-largest-serving-of-rice/) - Nigerian chef Hilda Baci has earned her third Guinness World Records (GWR) title after Guinness recognised her for achieving the largest serving of rice. This adds to her previous record for the largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice. The record was achieved on September 12, 2025, in Victoria Island, Lagos, when Baci and food brand
- [South Africa floods kill 38 in Limpopo and Mpumalanga](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-floods-kill-38-in-limpopo-and-mpumalanga/) - South Africa’s Human Settlements Minister, Thembi Simelane, says the death toll from the recent floods in Limpopo and Mpumalanga has risen to 38, as government accelerates emergency housing support for affected communities. In a statement delivered on Tuesday, Simelane confirmed that fatalities in Limpopo have increased from 17 to 18, while the death toll in
- [Ivory Coast to buy entire stockpile of cocoa beans as stocks pile up](https://breakingafricanews.com/ivory-coast-to-buy-entire-stockpile-of-cocoa-beans-as-stocks-pile-up/) - Ivory Coast says it will buy the entire volume of cocoa stockpiled by the country’s cooperatives in order to ensure producers are paid. The news comes as cocoa fell to its lowest price in two years. The cocoa industry accounts for 14 percent of Ivory Coast’s GDP but slowing exports have left stocks piling up.
- [Liberia: Boakai's Inner Circle Splits Over Re-Enacted Ports Regulatory Act](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-boakais-inner-circle-splits-over-re-enacted-ports-regulatory-act/) - Monrovia — Intense, high-level deliberations are underway at the Executive Mansion as President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. weighs whether to veto--again--the re-enacted Liberia Sea and Inland Ports Regulatory Act, exposing a sharp divide within his inner circle and placing the administration in a state of political and legal ambivalence. FrontPage Africa has reliably learned that
- [Liberia: Lawyer for Alleged Rape Victim Questions Police Exoneration of Suspended Deputy Minister Mcgill](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-lawyer-for-alleged-rape-victim-questions-police-exoneration-of-suspended-deputy-minister-mcgill/) - Summary: The lawyer for a 14-year-old girl who alleges she was raped by a former deputy minister is challenging police findings that cleared him, calling the investigation incomplete and insufficiently transparent. Liberian police say telecommunications data, CCTV footage, and DNA results excluded Bryant McGill from the alleged crime, while the Ministry of Gender urged investigators
- [South Africa: School Taxi Driver Had No Licence in Crash That Killed 12 Children](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-school-taxi-driver-had-no-licence-in-crash-that-killed-12-children/) - Families in Vanderbijlpark are preparing to bury their children after a school transport crash that happened on Monday morning. The learners were on their way to school when a minibus taxi collided with a side tipper truck on the R553. The crash happened behind ArcelorMittal near Vanderbijlpark. Several other children were injured. The Gauteng Department
- [Nigeria: Why Lagos Health Workers Remain On Strike After Two Months - Johesu](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-why-lagos-health-workers-remain-on-strike-after-two-months-johesu/) - The industrial action stems from unresolved issues bordering on salary structures, professional recognition and welfare concerns. For more than two months, health workers under the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) in Lagos State have been on strike, disrupting services across public hospitals and health facilities in the state. The industrial action stems from unresolved issues
- [Angola's 'Fake News' Law Risks Criminalising the Internet](https://breakingafricanews.com/angolas-fake-news-law-risks-criminalising-the-internet/) - Angola's proposed law against "false information on the internet" is a deeply flawed piece of legislation. It is presented as a response to disinformation, yet it reads more like a blueprint for state control of digital speech. In a country where civil liberties are legally established on paper but routinely constrained in practice, this bill
- [Somalia: Telcom Giant Hormuud Accuses Kenyan Forces of Destroying Telecom Infrastructure in Southern Somalia](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-telcom-giant-hormuud-accuses-kenyan-forces-of-destroying-telecom-infrastructure-in-southern-somalia/) - Somalia's largest telecommunications company, Hormuud Telecom, has accused Kenyan government forces of deliberately destroying its telecommunications equipment and facilities in the Dhuyac-garoon area of the Lower Juba region, an incident the company says has severely disrupted civilian communications and mobile money services. In a statement released on Monday evening, Hormuud said the destruction targeted its
- [Malawians Wake to Fuel Price Shock As Petrol, Diesel Jump Over 41 Percent Overnight](https://breakingafricanews.com/malawians-wake-to-fuel-price-shock-as-petrol-diesel-jump-over-41-percent-overnight/) - Malawians woke up on Tuesday to a brutal cost-of-living shock after fuel prices were hiked by more than 41 percent, a drastic increase that is set to send prices of food, transport, and basic goods sharply higher in an economy already on its knees. The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) announced that, effective 20 January
- [Kenya: Reprieve for Mukuru Residents As Ruto Halts Forced Evictions](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-reprieve-for-mukuru-residents-as-ruto-halts-forced-evictions/) - Nairobi — President William Ruto has intervened to halt demolitions in Mukuru Kwa Njenga informal settlement, ordering that due process be followed and consultations held with all affected parties. The move comes after residents staged protests to block the forced evictions linked to the planned construction of the Catherine Ndereba Road. The residents accused authorities
- [Malawi: Chakwera Breaks Silence, Accuses State of Political Persecution and Abuse of Police Power](https://breakingafricanews.com/malawi-chakwera-breaks-silence-accuses-state-of-political-persecution-and-abuse-of-police-power/) - Former President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has broken his silence with a scathing warning over what he describes as a dangerous collapse of the rule of law, accusing the State of using law enforcement agencies to target opposition figures through intimidation, unlawful arrests and abuse of due process. In a strongly worded press release dated
- [South Africa: Online Gambling Tax Coming As Government Tries to Slow Betting](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-online-gambling-tax-coming-as-government-tries-to-slow-betting/) - The National Treasury plans to bring in a new tax on online gambling. The tax would add 20% to the money gambling companies make from online betting. The Treasury has given the public more time to comment on the plan. The deadline has moved from 30 January to 27 February 2026. The Treasury calls the
- [Uganda: Museveni's Son Threatens to Kill Opposition Leader in Escalating Post-Election Rhetoric](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-musevenis-son-threatens-to-kill-opposition-leader-in-escalating-post-election-rhetoric/) - Nairobi — Uganda's army chief, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has sparked outrage and international concern after threatening to kill the country's main opposition leader Bobi Wine, just hours after giving him a 48-hour ultimatum to present himself to the police. Muhoozi, the son of long-time ruler President Yoweri Museveni, made the threat as he claimed that
- [Nigeria: No, US Military Has Not Bombed Nigeria's Capital City in an Attempt to Capture President Bola Tinubu](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-no-us-military-has-not-bombed-nigerias-capital-city-in-an-attempt-to-capture-president-bola-tinubu/) - No, US military has not bombed Nigeria's capital city in an attempt to capture president Bola Tinubu IN SHORT: A post circulating on Facebook claims that the US military has bombed Nigeria's capital, Abuja, in an attempt to capture president Bola Tinubu "amid drug allegations". But the claim is false. A "breaking news" report circulating
- [DRC: Artists call for peace at Tumaini festival](https://breakingafricanews.com/drc-artists-call-for-peace-at-tumaini-festival/) - In eastern DRC, the city of Beni, long scarred by massacres and insecurity, has sent out a very different message. This weekend, it hosted the Tumaini music festival, which means “hope” in Swahili. This cultural event provided young people with a space to promote peace and coexistence. Gerlas Mukokoma, a festival-goer, said, "here in Beni,
- [Ivory Coast: Cocoa industry in limbo as prices fall](https://breakingafricanews.com/ivory-coast-cocoa-industry-in-limbo-as-prices-fall/) - Ivory Coast, the world’s top cocoa producer, is facing an unprecedented deadlock. Since October last year, with prices plummeting on the global market, exports have been slow and stocks are building up. The industry has been left in limbo, as Marty Somda, director of Cabend cooperative, explains. "Today, producers are dying. Producers are dying of
- [Congolese armed forces retake control of Uvira after M23 withdrawal](https://breakingafricanews.com/congolese-armed-forces-retake-control-of-uvira-after-m23-withdrawal/) - The Congolese army says it has retaken control of South Kivu city of Uvira after the withdrawal of Rwanda-backed M23 rebels. M23 seized Uvira in early December but said on Thursday it was placing the city under the responsibility of the international community. On Sunday, pro-Kinshasa Wazalendo forces entered southern districts of Uvira, followed later
- [Africa Cup champions receive hero's welcome on return to Dakar](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-cup-champions-receive-heros-welcome-on-return-to-dakar/) - Senegal’s national football team returned to Dakar late on Monday, champions of the Africa Cup of Nations. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye was at the airport to welcome the players. He praised them for their single-minded focus throughout the continental tournament. “During the entire competition, while watching them play, we felt that they had this mission
- [Sudan's Rapid Support Forces says it regrets deadly Chad border clashes](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudans-rapid-support-forces-says-it-regrets-deadly-chad-border-clashes/) - Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on Monday expressed regret over what they described as "unintentional" clashes with Chadian troops along the border last week. Chad has said that seven of its soldiers were killed in a skirmish at the Sudanese border, with an official blaming the RSF. In a statement on its official Telegram
- [Thousands affected by severe flooding in Mozambique, UN says](https://breakingafricanews.com/thousands-affected-by-severe-flooding-in-mozambique-un-says/) - The United Nations says more than a half-million people have been affected by flooding in southern and central Mozambique. Heavy rains since mid-December have caused widespread flooding in the provinces of Gaza, Maputo and Sofala. Farhan Haq, the deputy spokesperson for the UN Secretary General, updated reporters on the relief efforts Monday. He says the
- [Former Burkina leader and alleged coup plotter arrested in Togo and expelled](https://breakingafricanews.com/former-burkina-leader-and-alleged-coup-plotter-arrested-in-togo-and-expelled/) - Burkina Faso’s former transitional president and the alleged mastermind behind a number coup plots has been arrested in Togo and expelled, local sources say. Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba ousted Burkinabe President Roch Marc Christian Kaboré in a 2022 coup. But eight months later, Damiba was himself overthrown by the military leader Ibrahim Traoré, who is still
- [Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye in critical health while jailed](https://breakingafricanews.com/ugandan-opposition-leader-kizza-besigye-in-critical-health-while-jailed/) - The health of jailed Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye is failing, his party said on Tuesday, after he was driven overnight to a medical facility in the capital of Kampala. Besigye's health “has reached a critical and deteriorating state,” the People's Front for Freedom said in a statement that also demanded unrestricted access to Besigye
- [Nigeria: Gunmen abduct over 160 worshippers in church attacks](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-gunmen-abduct-over-160-worshippers-in-church-attacks/) - Armed gangs kidnapped at least 163 Christian worshippers after storming two churches in Nigeria's northern Kaduna State on Sunday, a member of the clergy told AFP. Bandits carrying "sophisticated weapons" attacked the two churches during their Sunday services, Kaduna State police told Reuters. "The attackers came in numbers and blocked the entrance of the churches
- [World court says atrocities spreading across Sudan's Darfur region](https://breakingafricanews.com/world-court-says-atrocities-spreading-across-sudans-darfur-region/) - The deputy prosecutor of the International Criminal Court on Monday described the situation in Sudan’s Darfur region as an epicentre of “profound suffering”. Briefing the United Nations Security Council, Nazhat Shameem Khan said civilians are being subjected to collective torture amid a widening war between rival military forces. Sudan has been gripped by conflict since
- [Baptism and renewal: Ethiopian Orthodox Christians celebrate Epiphany](https://breakingafricanews.com/baptism-and-renewal-ethiopian-orthodox-christians-celebrate-epiphany/) - Millions of Christians have celebrated Timket, the Ethiopian Epiphany, throughout the East African country, with lively traditional singing, rhythmic dancing and communal celebrations. In Batu, a town located at the western shore of Lake Dambal (Hora-Dambal) in the Oromia Region, thousands took part in a colourful celebration, similar to the ceremonies held in major cities
- [Nigeria Police deny reports of church abductions in Kaduna](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-police-deny-reports-of-church-abductions-in-kaduna/) - Nigerian police have rejected reports that worshippers were abducted from churches in Kaduna state on Sunday, insisting that no such attack took place. In a statement issued on Monday with local government officials, Kaduna’s police commissioner, Alhaji Muhammad Rabiu, described the reports as false and accused unnamed actors of spreading misinformation to incite unrest. The
- [Prince Moulay Rachid meets Morocco football players after AFCON final defeat](https://breakingafricanews.com/prince-moulay-rachid-meets-morocco-football-players-after-afcon-final-defeat/) - Morocco’s Prince Moulay Rachid welcomed the country’s national football team at the Royal Guest Palace in Rabat on Monday to celebrate their performance in the Africa Cup of Nations. The Atlas Lions reached the tournament’s final but conceded the crown to Senegal at the end of a chaotic match on Sunday. The Teranga Lionsbeat host
- [South Africa: SANDF Deploys Rescue Team to Assist in Flood-Stricken Areas](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-sandf-deploys-rescue-team-to-assist-in-flood-stricken-areas/) - The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has announced that it continues to support various flood-stricken communities by conducting rescue operations to evacuate people stranded in the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces. These areas have been severely affected by flooding and rising water levels due to heavy rains over the past two weeks. The SANDF has
- [Uganda: How U.S. Think Tank Predicted Museveni, Kyagulanyi Performance With Near Accuracy](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-how-u-s-think-tank-predicted-museveni-kyagulanyi-performance-with-near-accuracy/) - Kampala — As Uganda headed to the polls on 15 January 2026 for the presidential and parliamentary elections, a U.S.-based think tank predicted that President Museveni was likely to win the election by between 65 and 75 percent. According to official results announced by Electoral Commission Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama, Museveni received 7,946,772 votes (71.65%),
- [Senegal: President Declares National Holiday As Senegal Conquers Africa in Chaos-Filled Afcon Final](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegal-president-declares-national-holiday-as-senegal-conquers-africa-in-chaos-filled-afcon-final/) - Senegal woke up to a nation-wide paid holiday on Monday after President Bassirou Diomaye Faye moved swiftly to honour what he called a "historic triumph for national pride," following the country's dramatic victory in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final. The president's declaration capped an extraordinary night of football, controversy and raw emotion,
- [Liberia: 43 Liberians Named Among America's 'Worst of the Worst' Alleged Criminals](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-43-liberians-named-among-americas-worst-of-the-worst-alleged-criminals/) - The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has listed 43 Liberians among what it describes as the "worst of the worst" alien criminals arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This development also comes at a time when Washington has moved to suspend immigrant visa processing for Liberians and 74 other nationalities. The DHS portrayal, issued
- [Morocco: Afcon 2025 - Morocco's Díaz Clinches Golden Boot Award](https://breakingafricanews.com/morocco-afcon-2025-moroccos-diaz-clinches-golden-boot-award/) - Díaz ended the tournament with five goals, a tally unmatched by any other player despite Morocco's eventual defeat in the final Morocco forward Brahim Díaz has won the Puma Golden Boot at the CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025. Playing before home fans, the Atlas Lions attacker topped the scoring chart, underlining his influence
- [Uganda: EC Re-Schedules Election for Ibanda Municipality After Ballot Paper Error](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-ec-re-schedules-election-for-ibanda-municipality-after-ballot-paper-error/) - The Independent Electoral Commission has confirmed plans to conduct a by-election for the Ibanda Municipality Member of Parliament seat following the cancellation of the earlier polls over errors discovered on the ballot papers. The election was halted after a discrepancy was identified involving independent candidate Rashid Muganda, whose electoral symbol was mistakenly altered from a
- [Uganda: Govt Maintains Social Media Restrictions](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-govt-maintains-social-media-restrictions/) - The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has said that although public internet access has been fully restored across the country, restrictions on social media and over-the-top (OTT) applications will remain in place until further notice. In a statement issued after an inter-agency assessment, the commission said the phased restoration of connectivity took effect on January 18,
- [Uganda: Kivumbi Denies Attacking Police, Says Supporters Were Shot Dead At His Home](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-kivumbi-denies-attacking-police-says-supporters-were-shot-dead-at-his-home/) - Butambala County MP Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi has denied allegations that he mobilised supporters to attack police officers with machetes, saying the violence in the district stemmed from a security operation at his home that left about 10 people dead. Speaking to journalists at his residence in Bugoye village, Gombe Sub-county, Butambala District, Kivumbi described the
- [South Africa: The Generator Broke, Leaving This Village Without Water - - 17 Years Ago](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-the-generator-broke-leaving-this-village-without-water-17-years-ago/) - Residents who can't afford to buy water have to get it from a faraway river Six villages in Sicwenza outside Flagstaff in the Eastern Cape have gone without water for 17 years. Residents collect water from a nearby river shared with cattle and other animals. Those who can afford it buy water, spending about R1,500
- [On Nigeria's Plan to Supply Electricity to More Neighbouring Countries](https://breakingafricanews.com/on-nigerias-plan-to-supply-electricity-to-more-neighbouring-countries/) - Following a recent proposal by the Federal Government of Nigeria to expand the exportation of electricity to neighbouring countries, a familiar national debate may be in the offing. Should Nigeria sell power to neighbouring countries when millions of its citizens live in darkness? While the policy may appear like an economic opportunity and regional leadership
- [Senegal/Morocco: FIFA President Slams Senegal for 'Unacceptable Scenes' in Afcon Final](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegal-morocco-fifa-president-slams-senegal-for-unacceptable-scenes-in-afcon-final/) - FIFA President Gianni Infantino condemned "some Senegal players" for the "unacceptable scenes" which overshadowed their victory in Sunday's Africa Cup of Nations final when they walked off the pitch in protest at a penalty awarded to Morocco. "We strongly condemn the behaviour of some 'supporters' as well as some Senegalese players and technical staff members.
- [Egypt and Sudan welcome US offer to resume mediation over Ethiopia's Nile River dam](https://breakingafricanews.com/egypt-and-sudan-welcome-us-offer-to-resume-mediation-over-ethiopias-nile-river-dam/) - Egypt and Sudan have welcomed a US offer to restart talks with Ethiopia over the Nile River water dispute. President Trump said on Saturday he was ready to resume mediation to resolve the question of Nile Water sharing “once and for all.” Earlier talks were abandoned in 2020. Addis Ababa inaugurated the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance
- [Uncertainty in Uvira as M23 rebels again announce withdrawal from eastern DRC city](https://breakingafricanews.com/uncertainty-in-uvira-as-m23-rebels-again-announce-withdrawal-from-eastern-drc-city/) - Residents uncertain about future as M23 rebels again announce withdrawal from Uvira, even as fighting continues in the area. Armed AFC/M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has announced that it will place the city of Uvira under the responsibility of the international community. In a statement, the group said it would withdraw
- [Guinea's junta leader Mamadi Doumbouya sworn in as president](https://breakingafricanews.com/guineas-junta-leader-mamadi-doumbouya-sworn-in-as-president/) - Guinea’s junta leader General Mamadi Doumbouya was sworn in as president on Saturday, after an overwhelming win in December’s presidential election. Doumbouya took the oath of office at a brand-new 55,000-seat stadium on the outskirts of the capital Conakry. African leaders and representatives of the African Union and ECOWAS commission attended the ceremony. Doumbouya took
- [Somalia's President Mohamud visits provincial capital claimed by Somaliland](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalias-president-mohamud-visits-provincial-capital-claimed-by-somaliland/) - President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was in Somalia’s Las Anod on Friday, the first visit by a head of state in more than 40 years. The trip comes amid growing tensions between Mogadishu and the breakaway region of Somaliland that claims Las Anod, the provincial capital of Sool, as its own. In 2007, Somaliland took control
- [Supporters of Uganda's Yoweri Musseveni celebrate as secures seventh term in office](https://breakingafricanews.com/supporters-of-ugandas-yoweri-musseveni-celebrate-as-secures-seventh-term-in-office/) - Supporters of Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni celebrated in Kampala on Saturday after he was declared winner of a seventh term in office. Museveni received more than 71.6 percent of the vote, according to official results. His closest challenger, Bob Wine, took 24.7 percent and has rejected the results as fake. Turnout was just 52 percent,
- [Pope Leo XIV appeals for peace for people fleeing violence in Eastern Congo](https://breakingafricanews.com/pope-leo-xiv-appeals-for-peace-for-people-fleeing-violence-in-eastern-congo/) - Pope Leo XIV appealed for peace for the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo on Sunday, as part of his weekly message to the faithful in Saint Peter’s Square. Eastern Congo is facing renewed violence after decades of fighting between government forces and dozens of armed groups vying for control of the mineral-rich
- ['Opposition was lucky,' Ugandan President Museveni says after securing seventh term](https://breakingafricanews.com/opposition-was-lucky-ugandan-president-museveni-says-after-securing-seventh-term/) - Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni told the nation on Sunday that his landslide election victory showed the dominance of his party, which has governed the east African country for four decades. Museveni said a day after he was declared the winner that the result gave “a good taste of the strength” of his party. “The opposition
- [Sierra Leone marks first National Day of Remembrance in honour of victims of civil war](https://breakingafricanews.com/sierra-leone-marks-first-national-day-of-remembrance-in-honour-of-victims-of-civil-war/) - Sierra Leone marked its first National Day of Remembrance on Sunday in honour of the victims of the country’s ten year civil war. The conflict killed some 120,000 people and left thousands more injured or mutilated before officially ending on January 18th, 2002. "For the first time in our history, we gather on a single
- [Flooding forces evacuations at Kruger National Park as extreme weather batters Southern Africa](https://breakingafricanews.com/flooding-forces-evacuations-at-kruger-national-park-as-extreme-weather-batters-southern-africa/) - Severe flooding has forced the evacuation of around 600 tourists and staff from South Africa’s iconic Kruger National Park, after torrential rains submerged roads and camps across the vast wildlife reserve. The park, which spans roughly 22,000 square kilometers, was temporarily closed as authorities moved people to safety amid rising waters and infrastructure damage. With
- [Senegal stun Morocco in AFCON 2025 final to retain continental crown [Football Now]](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegal-stun-morocco-in-afcon-2025-final-to-retain-continental-crown-football-now/) - AFCON 2025 concluded with a dramatic finale as Senegal defeated hosts Morocco to be crowned champions of Africa, capping a tournament filled with surprises, emotion and unforgettable moments on and off the pitch. Pape Gueye scored in extra time for the Teranga Lions to beat host Morocco 1-0 in a chaotic final on Sunday, which
- [Gaza peace plans tops agenda as Egypt hosts Greek and Cypriot FMs](https://breakingafricanews.com/gaza-peace-plans-tops-agenda-as-egypt-hosts-greek-and-cypriot-fms/) - Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty welcomed his Greek and Cypriot counterparts for trilateral talks in Cairo, Sunday. Abdelatty, Greece's George Gerapetritis and Cyprus' Constantinos Kombos discussed the common interests between the three countries, including stability in the Eastern Mediterranean region, as well as energy cooperation. The consultations included the situation in the Gaza Strip and
- [UN Rights Chief shocked by survivors’ accounts during Sudan visit](https://breakingafricanews.com/un-rights-chief-shocked-by-survivors-accounts-during-sudan-visit/) - UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk is touring Sudan, meeting families displaced by the country’s ongoing conflict in his first official visit since November 2022. The visit comes as fighting between rival military forces continues to devastate large areas of the country, particularly the western regions of Darfur and Kordofan, forcing millions from
- [South Africa declares national disaster over floods and rains that have killed 30 people](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-declares-national-disaster-over-floods-and-rains-that-have-killed-30-people/) - South Africa has declared a national disaster over torrential rains and floods that have killed at least 30 people in the country's north, damaged thousands of homes and washed away roads and bridges. The declaration was made by the head of the National Disaster Management Center and announced by the government. It allows the national
- [Minneapolis businesses and shopping malls stay empty over fears of ICE patrols](https://breakingafricanews.com/minneapolis-businesses-and-shopping-malls-stay-empty-over-fears-of-ice-patrols/) - In Minneapolis, fear of being arrested by agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has left businesses closed and shops without customers. The Somali community is particularly afraid after having repeatedly been targeted by US president Donald Trump. Rows of businesses stood shuttered inside a sprawling complex of Somali businesses on a recent afternoon, typically
- [Nigeria: Police Arrest Man for Allegedly Killing Wife in Kebbi](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-police-arrest-man-for-allegedly-killing-wife-in-kebbi/) - The Police Command, in Kebbi, says it has arrested a 30-year-old man, Suleman Mamuda, for allegedly killing his wife, Umaima Maidawa, 25, in Bayawa Village, Augie Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, SP Bashir Usman, said in a statement issued in Birnin Kebbi on Friday that
- [Tanzania: A Milestone for Tanzania's World Heritage As Island Sky Nassau Visits Kilwa Kisiwani Ruins](https://breakingafricanews.com/tanzania-a-milestone-for-tanzanias-world-heritage-as-island-sky-nassau-visits-kilwa-kisiwani-ruins/) - Lindi — TANZANIA has continued to demonstrate its status as A land of peace and a major global tourism destination following the arrival of the cruise ship Island Sky Nassau at the World Cultural Heritage Site of the Ancient Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara. The site is managed by the Tanzania Wildlife Management
- [Tanzania: Afcon 2027 - Shared Responsibility for Shared Opportunity](https://breakingafricanews.com/tanzania-afcon-2027-shared-responsibility-for-shared-opportunity/) - Dar es Salaam — WITH just a year remaining before the kick-off of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027 finals, the countdown is no longer symbolic, it is real. Soon, the number of remaining days will give way to celebrations, expectations and scrutiny. This tournament is not merely a sporting event; it is a
- [Nigeria: Alaafin Reacts to Gov. Makinde's Claim of Consenting to Obas Council's Rotational Leadership](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-alaafin-reacts-to-gov-makindes-claim-of-consenting-to-obas-councils-rotational-leadership/) - The new leadership arrangement stripped the Alaafin of his longtime status as the permanent chairman of the Obas council in Oyo State. The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has refuted claims by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde that he was consulted on the introduction of a rotational chairmanship for the state's Council of Obas
- [Sudan: Prime Minister Affirms Hope Government's Commitment to Mobilize All Efforts to Accelerate Khartoum State Recovery](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-prime-minister-affirms-hope-governments-commitment-to-mobilize-all-efforts-to-accelerate-khartoum-state-recovery/) - Khartoum — Prime Minister Dr. Kamil Idris reaffirmed the Hope Government's firm commitment to mobilize all available efforts and capabilities to expedite recovery measures in Khartoum State, commending the pivotal role played by the state government in directing executive action and discharging its national responsibilities under exceptional wartime conditions. The remarks came during a meeting
- [Kenya: Outrage As IPOA Probes Nandi Hills Police Assault Caught On Camera](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-outrage-as-ipoa-probes-nandi-hills-police-assault-caught-on-camera/) - Nairobi — The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has launched investigations into an incident in Nandi Hills, Nandi County, after a viral video appeared to show police officers assaulting young men who were playing pool. IPOA in a statement on Friday said it had deployed a Rapid Investigations Team to Nandi Hills to establish what
- [Nigeria: Impeachment Move Against Fubara Will Continue - Rivers Lawmakers](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-impeachment-move-against-fubara-will-continue-rivers-lawmakers/) - The latest development came a day after the lawmakers failed to reconvene on Thursday, a week after initiating the impeachment move. Members of the Rivers House of Assembly say they will continue with their impeachment move against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngọzi Odu. The lawmakers disclosed this in a press briefing on Friday.
- [Uganda - Aceng Accuses Amongi of Campaigning During Voting](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-aceng-accuses-amongi-of-campaigning-during-voting/) - Lira, Uganda — The Minister of Health, Dr Jane Ruth Aceng, has accused the Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development, Betty Amongi Akena, of illegally campaigning on polling day in Lira City, amid a tense race for the Woman Member of Parliament seat. The accusations come as the UPDF, led by the 5 Division
- [South Africa: Xolani Khumalo Hands Himself in Over Assault Claim](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-xolani-khumalo-hands-himself-in-over-assault-claim/) - ActionSA says its Ekurhuleni mayoral candidate, Councillor Xolani Khumalo, will voluntarily hand himself in to the South African Police Service on Friday. The party says this follows reports from within the police that Khumalo was about to be arrested over an alleged assault case from 2025. ActionSA claims the case involves a self confessed drug
- [Nigeria: Patients Stranded Across Nigeria As Health Workers' Strike Enters Third Month](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-patients-stranded-across-nigeria-as-health-workers-strike-enters-third-month/) - Despite a federal government directive enforcing a "no work, no pay" policy, JOHESU has insisted that the strike will continue until its demands are met. For more than two months, public hospitals across Nigeria have struggled to function amid an indefinite strike by the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU), leaving patients stranded, essential services paralysed,
- [Kenya: IEBC Holds National Planning Meeting Ahead of February 26 By-Elections](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-iebc-holds-national-planning-meeting-ahead-of-february-26-by-elections/) - Nairobi — The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) on Friday held a joint National Planning Meeting as part of its preparations for February 26 by-elections. According to the commission, the meeting aims to ensure meticulous planning and coordination for the polls to fill four vacant elective positions across the country. "The by-elections will be
- [Kenya: 'You Con Pig' - Alai Fires Back At Ahmednassir Over Gun Claims](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-you-con-pig-alai-fires-back-at-ahmednassir-over-gun-claims/) - Nairobi — Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai has hit back at Senor Counsel Ahmednassir Abdullahi, rejecting claims that he is being shielded from the law and accusing the advocate of intimidation and bullying. In his response on X, Alai dismissed Ahmednassir's criticism, telling him to stop targeting him. "You con pig think that I am some
- [South Africa: SAWS Issues Warning of Disruptive Rain in Mpumalanga](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-saws-issues-warning-of-disruptive-rain-in-mpumalanga/) - The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says the Red Level 10 warning for Friday's disruptive rain remains in place for the Lowveld in Mpumalanga, especially over Nkomazi, Bushbuckridge, and the City of Mbombela. "On-and-off showers and periods of rain are still expected today. The persistent rainfall over the Lowveld and escarpment of Mpumalanga is due
- [South Africa: Critical Water Levels At Limpopo Dams Trigger Urgent Safety Warning](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-critical-water-levels-at-limpopo-dams-trigger-urgent-safety-warning/) - The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has issued an urgent public notice about critically high water levels at several dams across Limpopo. According to the department, ongoing rainfall and strong inflows have caused 14 out of 19 monitored dams to exceed 100% capacity, with several of these structures operating well above their full supply
- [Uganda - Police Use Tear Gas to Disperse Nup Supporters in Kayunga](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-police-use-tear-gas-to-disperse-nup-supporters-in-kayunga/) - Kampala, Uganda — Police have used tear gas to disperse hundreds of National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters who gathered at the Kayunga District tally centre, demanding the immediate declaration of Harriet Nakwedde as the winner of the District Woman Member of Parliament race. The supporters had camped outside the district headquarters fence, where vote tallying
- [Tension grips Kampala as Museveni leads and residents await election results](https://breakingafricanews.com/tension-grips-kampala-as-museveni-leads-and-residents-await-election-results/) - Kampala remained tense and unusually quiet on Friday as Ugandans waited for the final results of the presidential election, with uncertainty gripping the capital. Provisional figures from about half of polling stations showed long-serving President Yoweri Museveni leading with more than 70 percent of the vote, while his main challenger, opposition leader and former pop
- [South Africa to probe Iran’s role in naval drills that angered US](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-to-probe-irans-role-in-naval-drills-that-angered-us/) - South Africa has ordered an investigation into Iran’s participation in recent naval exercises off its coast, following sharp criticism from the United States and reports the involvement went against presidential instructions. The defence ministry said Defence Minister Angie Motshekga had launched a board of inquiry to determine whether President Cyril Ramaphosa’s directive to exclude Iranian
- [Putin signals willingness to repair ties with Europe](https://breakingafricanews.com/putin-signals-willingness-to-repair-ties-with-europe/) - Russian President Vladimir Putin has made a surprise call for improved diplomatic relations with Europe, saying Moscow is ready to restore dialogue despite ties remaining at their lowest point since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Speaking publicly, Putin said he hoped relations could eventually return to “normal, constructive communication” based on mutual respect for national
- [Kenya: the man rescuing wild birds, even without a roof over his head](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-the-man-rescuing-wild-birds-even-without-a-roof-over-his-head/) - A Kenyan man who once lived on the streets now shares his small home with a small flock of rescued birds. Rodgers Oloo Magutha has nursed dozens of injured kites, owls and storks back to health, filling a gap in a country with few rehabilitation centres. A black kite on his head. Pigeons flapping around
- [Chad: 7 soldiers killed in reported clash at Sudanese border with RSF](https://breakingafricanews.com/chad-7-soldiers-killed-in-reported-clash-at-sudanese-border-with-rsf/) - Chad said Friday seven of its soldiers had been killed in a clash at the Sudanese border, with an official blaming the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), the group locked in a brutal civil war in Sudan. Chadian government spokesman Gassim Cherif told a news conference there had been an "incursion" into Chad on Thursday by
- [Uganda: tensions between police and protesters as Museveni leads polls](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-tensions-between-police-and-protesters-as-museveni-leads-polls/) - Police in the Ugandan capital of Kampala lobbed tear gas at protesters and put out fires lit after the Ugandan electoral commission announced early results showing incumbent president Yoweri Museveni leading a presidential ballot. Footage showed people running down the streets and clouds of tear gas rising in the distance. Police meanwhile was seen throwing
- [Members of a newly formed Palestinian technocrat to be involved in running Gaza](https://breakingafricanews.com/members-of-a-newly-formed-palestinian-technocrat-to-be-involved-in-running-gaza/) - Members of a newly formed Palestinian technocratic committee to be involved in the running of Gaza during the second phase of the ceasefire deal met in Cairo on Friday. The meeting was chaired by Ali Shaath, a former deputy minister in the Palestinian Authority, who will lead the committee. The technocratic committee will be tasked
- [Museveni leads in tense election marred by internet shutdown and voting interference](https://breakingafricanews.com/museveni-leads-in-tense-election-marred-by-internet-shutdown-and-voting-interference/) - Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, who has ruled the country for 40 years, had an early lead Friday in a tense presidential election marred by an internet shutdown, voting delays and opposition allegations of “massive ballot stuffing” and detentions by security forces. Provisional results from more than half of the polling stations tallied so far showed
- [Dozens of people killed in torrential rains and floods across southern Africa](https://breakingafricanews.com/dozens-of-people-killed-in-torrential-rains-and-floods-across-southern-africa/) - At least eight people have died in Mozambique since 21 December due to the heavy rainfall, according to the National Institute for Disaster Management (INGD). The Southern African country has endured weeks of heavy rain, with residents of low-lying areas near the capital, Maputo, urged on Friday to move to higher ground. More than 230,000
- [Ugandan police deny arrest of opposition leader Bobi Wine](https://breakingafricanews.com/ugandan-police-deny-arrest-of-opposition-leader-bobi-wine/) - Police in Uganda on Saturday denied reports that the main opposition candidate in this week's tense election had been arrested, terming the reports as “deceitful and inciteful.” They urged citizens to remain peaceful as the country awaits the results in the presidential vote. Uganda held a general election on Thursday amid an internet shutdown that
- [South Africa: Beer Could Soon Cost More As Government Looks At Tax Hike](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-beer-could-soon-cost-more-as-government-looks-at-tax-hike/) - The Treasury is considering a tax hike of up to 20%, which could push beer prices up. Tavern owners warn higher prices could hurt small businesses and push drinkers to illegal alcohol. Beer prices in South Africa could soon go up. The National Treasury is looking at raising taxes on beer and wine. The aim
- [Africa: Ukraine War Videos Raise Questions Over Russia's Recruitment of Africans](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-ukraine-war-videos-raise-questions-over-russias-recruitment-of-africans/) - Videos shared on Ukrainian social media since the weekend claim to show African nationals fighting in the ranks of the Russian army - raising fresh questions about Moscow's overseas recruitment practices. The footage, widely circulated online, shows black men in Russian military uniforms being humiliated, threatened or described as expendable. The language used has drawn
- [Nigeria Establishes Task Force to Tackle Medical Errors, Improve Patient Safety](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-establishes-task-force-to-tackle-medical-errors-improve-patient-safety/) - The establishment of the task force follows concerns over medical errors in Nigeria's healthcare system, which persist in both public and private hospitals. The federal government has established a National Task Force on Clinical Governance and Patient Safety to strengthen clinical oversight, prevent medical errors, and improve patient safety across Nigeria. The development was announced
- [Uganda Election - Bobi Wine Protests Ballot Stuffing, Arrests and Intimidation](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-election-bobi-wine-protests-ballot-stuffing-arrests-and-intimidation/) - Nairobi — Uganda's main opposition presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has accused authorities of widespread electoral malpractice, including "massive ballot stuffing," amid an internet shutdown. Wine also alleged arrests of opposition leaders, and intimidation of polling agents, as Ugandans voted in a tense general election on Thursday. In a series of
- [Somalia, UN Officials Review Drought Response and 2026 Humanitarian Plan](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-un-officials-review-drought-response-and-2026-humanitarian-plan/) - Mogadishu — Somalia's disaster management chief and a senior United Nations official jointly chaired a high-level meeting in Mogadishu on Thursday to assess the country's worsening drought and review preparations for the 2026 humanitarian response plan. The meeting was led by the head of the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA), Mahmoud Moallim Abdulle, and the
- [South Africa: SANDF Deploys Helicopters for Flood Rescue in Limpopo](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-sandf-deploys-helicopters-for-flood-rescue-in-limpopo/) - The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has deployed two helicopters to evacuate people stranded in Limpopo, due to the severe flooding and rising water levels in the province. This as President Cyril Ramaphosa visited the province where heavy rainfall and flooding has left at least 19 people dead and caused destruction to homes, businesses
- [South Africa: U.S. Slams South Africa for Hosting Naval Drills With Iran](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-u-s-slams-south-africa-for-hosting-naval-drills-with-iran/) - Nairobi — The United States has protested South Africa's decision to take part in a multinational naval exercise involving Iran, describing Tehran as a "destabilizing actor and state sponsor of terror" and warning that its participation undermines regional and maritime security. In a statement, the US Embassy in South Africa said Washington viewed with "concern
- [Nigeria: EU Removes Nigeria From High-Risk Financial List](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-eu-removes-nigeria-from-high-risk-financial-list/) - Nigeria has officially been removed from the European Union's list of high-risk jurisdictions for money laundering and terrorism financing. The decision, announced by the European Commission in a statement, also delisted South Africa, Burkina Faso, Mali, Mozambique and Tanzania, while Bolivia and the British Virgin Islands were newly added to the list. Next Stay 40
- [Uganda - Eight Feared Dead in Butambala Voter Security Clash](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-eight-feared-dead-in-butambala-voter-security-clash/) - Butambala, Uganda — At least eight people are feared dead following clashes between voters and security forces in Butambala District last night. According to sources in the district, the clashes occurred near the home of Butambala County MP Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi. Attempts to reach Katonga Regional Police Spokesperson Lydia Tumushabe and National Police Spokesperson Kituuma
- [UN warns food aid in Sudan could run out by end of March](https://breakingafricanews.com/un-warns-food-aid-in-sudan-could-run-out-by-end-of-march/) - The United Nations has warned that food aid in Sudan is at risk of running out by the end of March unless urgent new funding is secured, threatening millions in what is already the world’s largest hunger crisis. After nearly three years of civil war between Sudan’s army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, humanitarian
- [In Senegal, observing chimpanzees saves some from working in the mines](https://breakingafricanews.com/in-senegal-observing-chimpanzees-saves-some-from-working-in-the-mines/) - In Senegal's Kedougou region, a group of locals have had their lives changed - thanks to a community of chimpanzees. From working in precarious conditions in the many gold mines of the region, the men have become researchers and observers of the primates as part of a 15-year-old scientific project. Michel Tama Sadiakhou's future dramatically
- [Ai Weiwei launches first solo exhibition in India](https://breakingafricanews.com/ai-weiwei-launches-first-solo-exhibition-in-india/) - Chinese dissident artist Ai Weiwei has launched his first solo exhibition at Nature Morte's Dhan Mill space in southern New Delhi, India. The show opened on 15 January and brings together sculptures, installations, and mixed-media works that trace more than two decades of his career. It also includes pieces created as a personal homage to
- [With polls closed, vote counts are underway in Uganda presidential election](https://breakingafricanews.com/with-polls-closed-vote-counts-are-underway-in-uganda-presidential-election/) - Polls closed in Uganda on Thursday after a chaotic day of voting that took place under an internet blackout and with long delays caused by technical breakdowns as President Yoweri Museveni seeks to extend his 40 years in power. Museveni, an 81-year-old who came to power at the head of a rebel army in 1986,
- [Women's AFCON 2026: groups announced after final draw](https://breakingafricanews.com/womens-afcon-2026-groups-announced-after-final-draw/) - The final draw for this year's women's AFCON took place in Rabat, Morocco, on Thursday. The four groups will lead to some already highly anticipated encounters. For the first time ever, 16 teams will be taking part in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations tournament. Ahead of the highly anticipated competition's launch in March, the
- [Ex-Jammeh death squad leader pleads not guilty as landmark Gambia trial opens](https://breakingafricanews.com/ex-jammeh-death-squad-leader-pleads-not-guilty-as-landmark-gambia-trial-opens/) - The Gambia opened its first trial Thursday against a member of the country's notorious "Junglers" paramilitary unit, which acted as a death squad under the reign of ex-dictator Yahya Jammeh. Sanna Manjang, who was the head of the squad, pleaded not guilty to two counts of murder at the country's High Court in Banjul. In
- [Floodings kill at least 10 in South Africa, triggering the closure of Kruger Park](https://breakingafricanews.com/floodings-kill-at-least-10-in-south-africa-triggering-the-closure-of-kruger-park/) - Flooding triggered by torrential rains in northeastern South Africa claimed at least 10 lives overnight and forced the closure of the iconic Kruger National Park, officials said Thursday. The weather service issued the maximum warning for more rain in parts of the country while neighbouring Mozambique was also on alert after flooding that inundated roads
- [Museveni leads Uganda presidential vote with 61.7 percent in early count](https://breakingafricanews.com/museveni-leads-uganda-presidential-vote-with-61-7-percent-in-early-count/) - Uganda's electoral commission says early provisional results from the presidential election show President Yoweri Museveni leading with 61.7 percent of valid votes counted so far. Electoral Commission chairperson Simon Mugenyi Byabakama says 23,049 valid votes have been tallied to date, with 796 ballots recorded as invalid, as the 81-year-old leader seeks to extend his nearly
- [Bears cast for 76th Berlin Film Festival using traditional bronze techniques](https://breakingafricanews.com/bears-cast-for-76th-berlin-film-festival-using-traditional-bronze-techniques/) - Festival director Tricia Tuttle visited the foundry as work continued ahead of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival, which runs from 12 to 22 February. The workshop has been producing the festival’s iconic bears since the early years of the Berlinale in the 1950s. Their design is based on a standing bear created in 1932
- [Uganda’s election internet blackout meets Tanzania’s warning](https://breakingafricanews.com/ugandas-election-internet-blackout-meets-tanzanias-warning/) - Ugandan's January 15 presidential elections was executed under heavy restrictions on internet access, raising concerns from rights groups, opposition figures, and observers about transparency in the vote. The government says the shutdown, which affected social media, messaging apps, and mobile internet, is meant to curb misinformation and protect public order. Critics argue it also makes
- [Tanzania President Expresses Regret Over Election-Day Internet Shutdown](https://breakingafricanews.com/tanzania-president-expresses-regret-over-election-day-internet-shutdown/) - Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has, for the first time, expressed regret over the internet shutdown imposed during the country’s disputed October elections, which were followed by the worst post-election violence in decades. Speaking to diplomats and representatives of international organisations in the capital, Dodoma, Hassan acknowledged the disruption caused by the government’s response, which
- [UN High Commissioner for Human Rights continues his visit to Sudan](https://breakingafricanews.com/un-high-commissioner-for-human-rights-continues-his-visit-to-sudan/) - UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk continued his visit to war-ravaged Sudan on Thursday, as he met with civil society representatives and NGOs in the capital of the Northern State, Dongola. Türk met with over 50 representatives for a meeting on "the challenges faced by and the needs of the people displaced by
- [Bobi Wine placed under house arrest after Uganda vote](https://breakingafricanews.com/bobi-wine-placed-under-house-arrest-after-uganda-vote/) - Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine was placed under house arrest on Friday, a day after elections that early results show President Yoweri Museveni firmly in the lead as he seeks to extend his four-decade rule. With about a quarter of the vote counted, the Electoral Commission put Museveni on 76 percent, far ahead of Wine.
- [War in Ukraine: How Kyiv copes with winter power outages](https://breakingafricanews.com/war-in-ukraine-how-kyiv-copes-with-winter-power-outages/) - After repeated Russian strikes on energy infrastructure, large parts of the capital have been left without stable electricity or heating. Power now comes and goes, often for just a few hours a day, while temperatures drop well below freezing. City authorities say hundreds of residential blocks have been without heat for days. Emergency power cuts
- [Chad’s Déby wins 2026 African Peace Prize for role in Sudan refugee crisis](https://breakingafricanews.com/chads-deby-wins-2026-african-peace-prize-for-role-in-sudan-refugee-crisis/) - Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno has been named the winner of the 2026 African Peace Prize for his peaceful management of Chad's political transition and the country's humanitarian response to Sudanese refugees, the African Conference for Peace has announced. The Prize Committee's unanimous decision recognizes President Déby’s role in consolidating peace in Chad while
- [Japan: Traditional rice pounding ceremony held in snowy Aomori village](https://breakingafricanews.com/japan-traditional-rice-pounding-ceremony-held-in-snowy-aomori-village/) - Japan wakes to deep snow in Aomori, where women in bright kimonos gathered this week for a ritual rooted in daily life. In Higashidoori Village, dancers performed the Taue Mochitsuki, a rice pounding ceremony held at a local shrine. Five women stood around a small mortar, striking mochi rice with wooden mallets as snow fell
- [Somalia Forces Kill Al-Shabaab Fighters in Jubaland Operation](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-forces-kill-al-shabaab-fighters-in-jubaland-operation/) - Kismayo, Somalia — Jubaland regional forces, backed by Somalia's elite Danab commando unit, killed more than a dozen Al-Shabaab fighters in a coordinated security operation in southern Somalia, officials said on Wednesday. The operation, carried out by Jubaland's Darawiish forces, particularly the Birjeex Brigade, alongside Danab Commandos from the 162nd unit, took place in several
- [Ghana: Trotro Drivers Exploit Passengers ...Make 'Tot-Tot' Trips to Make More Money](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-trotro-drivers-exploit-passengers-make-tot-tot-trips-to-make-more-money/) - UNORTHODOX loading practices by some commercial drivers are imposing additional financial burdens on commuters, with many passengers compelled to pay double the approved transport fares during peak hours, even when travelling to the same destination. The situation affects commuters travelling to and from various parts of the national capital, where some drivers have resorted to
- [Liberia: Mixed Reactions As U.S. Suspends Immigrant Visa for Liberia, 74 Other Countries in New Screening Overhaul](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-mixed-reactions-as-u-s-suspends-immigrant-visa-for-liberia-74-other-countries-in-new-screening-overhaul/) - Monrovia — Liberia's inclusion on a new United States visa suspension list has ignited intense debate across the country and within the Liberian diaspora, exposing deep frustrations, political divisions, and long-standing anxieties about the future of Liberia-U.S. relations. From social media platforms to radio talk shows and street conversations in Monrovia, Liberians have expressed a
- [Uganda: Voting Goes On Despite Machine Issues, EC Assures](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-voting-goes-on-despite-machine-issues-ec-assures/) - Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama has assured Ugandans that voting is continuing smoothly despite technical challenges reported at some polling stations during the 2026 general elections. Speaking to the media, Justice Byabakama said the EC's technical teams are actively responding to and addressing the reported issues across the country. "Our technical teams are
- [Senegal/Egypt: Afcon 2025 - Sadio Mané Leads Senegal to the Final](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegal-egypt-afcon-2025-sadio-mane-leads-senegal-to-the-final/) - Dakar — Led by a stunning goal from Sadio Mané, Senegal secured their fourth appearance in the Africa Cup of Nations final. The Lions defeated Egypt 1-0 on January 14th at the Grand Stade de Tanger, in the semi-final of the 2025 AFCON in Morocco. From the outset, the two teams cancelled each other out
- [Another crane collapse near Bangkok raises safety concerns in Thailand](https://breakingafricanews.com/another-crane-collapse-near-bangkok-raises-safety-concerns-in-thailand/) - According to initial reports, a construction accident was reported on a major road near Bangkok after a crane collapsed at an elevated expressway construction site on Rama 2 Road in Samut Sakhon province, south-east of the capital. The crane fell onto the roadway, trapping several vehicles beneath heavy steel girders. One death was reported by
- [Thousands in Sofia protest for fair elections and government resignation](https://breakingafricanews.com/thousands-in-sofia-protest-for-fair-elections-and-government-resignation/) - Bulgaria saw thousands gather in central Sofia on Wednesday, braving freezing temperatures to demand fair elections as the country edges toward another national vote. The protest followed earlier rallies sparked by a proposed 2026 budget that many feared would deepen the cost of living strain. Although the government later withdrew the plan, anger has widened
- [Fans celebrate in Dakar as Senegal beat Egypt to clinch a place in AFCON final](https://breakingafricanews.com/fans-celebrate-in-dakar-as-senegal-beat-egypt-to-clinch-a-place-in-afcon-final/) - Senegalese football fans celebrated in Dakar on Wednesday after their national team secured a place in the African Cup of Nations final with a 1-0 victory over Egypt. Sadio Mané scored the game’s only goal with just 12 minutes to go, once again crushing the Phaoroah’s dream of an AFCON title. In the 2021 final,
- [Polls open in Uganda amid internet blackout as Museveni seeks seventh term](https://breakingafricanews.com/polls-open-in-uganda-amid-internet-blackout-as-museveni-seeks-seventh-term/) - Voting began Thursday in Uganda’s presidential election despite a days-long internet shutdown that has been criticised as an anti-democratic tactic in a country where the president has held office since 1986. Crowds gathered and long lines formed in some areas as polling station openings were delayed and voting materials were seen being delivered after the
- [Protest in Israel supports Iranian demonstrators after weeks of unrest](https://breakingafricanews.com/protest-in-israel-supports-iranian-demonstrators-after-weeks-of-unrest/) - Israel saw a small but symbolic rally on Wednesday in the central city of Holon, where around 100 people gathered to support protesters in Iran after more than two weeks of anti government demonstrations. The city, near Tel Aviv, is home to a large Persian Jewish community. Participants waved Israeli flags alongside Iranian flags used
- [Makoko demolitions leave thousands homeless as Lagos clears waterfront settlement](https://breakingafricanews.com/makoko-demolitions-leave-thousands-homeless-as-lagos-clears-waterfront-settlement/) - Residents of Makoko, one of Lagos’ oldest fishing communities, are struggling to survive after the Lagos State government demolished parts of the densely populated waterfront settlement, leaving thousands without shelter and livelihoods. Bulldozers moved into sections of Makoko in late December, pulling down wooden homes and shops built on stilts above the lagoon. State authorities
- [Uganda votes in tense presidential election amid internet shutdown](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-votes-in-tense-presidential-election-amid-internet-shutdown/) - Long queues formed in several areas, including Kampala, after polling stations opened late and materials arrived hours after the planned start. Some voters reported faulty biometric machines, adding to frustration. President Yoweri Museveni, in power since 1986, is seeking another term against seven challengers, including opposition figure Bobi Wine, who has called for political change.
- [Uganda elections chief says he faces threats over vote outcome](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-elections-chief-says-he-faces-threats-over-vote-outcome/) - Uganda’s elections chief says he is facing pressure and threats linked to the outcome of this week’s presidential vote but insists the results will be determined solely by the ballot. Simon Byabakama, chairperson of the Electoral Commission, said he had been warned by senior government figures not to declare certain candidates winners, though he did
- [Morocco edge Nigeria on penalties to reach AFCON Final](https://breakingafricanews.com/morocco-edge-nigeria-on-penalties-to-reach-afcon-final/) - Morocco booked their place in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Nigeria on penalties following a tense 0–0 draw in Rabat. In a semi-final dominated by intensity rather than goals, the host nation eventually prevailed thanks to goalkeeper Yassine Bono’s heroics in the shootout. Roared on by a passionate crowd at
- [Atlas Lions roar into AFCON final to set up showpiece clash with Senegal [Football Now]](https://breakingafricanews.com/atlas-lions-roar-into-afcon-final-to-set-up-showpiece-clash-with-senegal-football-now/) - Morocco is in full celebration mode as the Africa Cup of Nations reaches its decisive stage, with football fever gripping both Casablanca and Rabat. Youssef El-Nesyri scored the winning penalty, and Yassine" Bono" Bounou saved two as Morocco advanced to the Africa Cup of Nations final with a 4-2 win on penalties over Nigeria on
- [Can Uganda leverage oil to turn around economy?](https://breakingafricanews.com/can-uganda-leverage-oil-to-turn-around-economy/) - For years, Uganda’s economy has run on coffee and gold. Now, Kampala is betting everything on a new, high-stakes future: oil. With exports potentially starting as soon as October, the promise of nearly $2 billion a year is on the horizon. But can the nation avoid the dreaded "resource curse" that has plagued others? Winfred
- [USA: Protests erupt in Minneapolis after ice agents shoot man in the leg](https://breakingafricanews.com/usa-protests-erupt-in-minneapolis-after-ice-agents-shoot-man-in-the-leg/) - A confrontation involving ICE agents led to a shooting in Minneapolis on Wednesday. During an arrest in the northern part of the city, an officer shot a Venezuelan man in the leg. Officials stated the man resisted and attacked them with a shovel and a broom handle. He is currently in hospital with injuries that
- [Mourners attend mass funerals in Tehran as protest death toll exceeds 2,500](https://breakingafricanews.com/mourners-attend-mass-funerals-in-tehran-as-protest-death-toll-exceeds-2500/) - Tens of thousands of mourners thronged the streets of Tehran for a mass funeral of security forces and civilians on Wednesday. Caskets were covered in red and white roses, and people in the crowd held aloft pictures of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The pro-government demonstration came as the death toll in the protests
- [Highlife: the rhythm that defines Ghanaian life](https://breakingafricanews.com/highlife-the-rhythm-that-defines-ghanaian-life/) - In Ghana, Highlife is more than a music genre — it is a way of life. From funerals and festivals to weddings, football matches and late-night gatherings, its melodies and rhythms shape how Ghanaians celebrate, mourn and connect across generations. At live music spots in Accra, Highlife continues to pull crowds onto the dance floor,
- [Uganda: authorities shut down internet hours before polling stations open](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-authorities-shut-down-internet-hours-before-polling-stations-open/) - Uganda is currently facing a countrywide internet blockage but the country again faces a big question of transition when it goes to the presidential polls on Thursday. A generational battle on the ballot is expected when pop star turned politician Bobi Wine seeks to mount a successful challenge against President Yoweri Museveni. Our correspondent Darren
- [US State Department to suspend visa processing for 75 countries](https://breakingafricanews.com/us-state-department-to-suspend-visa-processing-for-75-countries/) - The State Department said Wednesday it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries whose nationals are deemed likely to require public assistance while living in the United States. The State Department, led by Secretary Marco Rubio, said it had instructed consular officers to halt immigrant visa applications from the countries
- [Senegal through to AFCON final after 1-0 win against Egypt](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegal-through-to-afcon-final-after-1-0-win-against-egypt/) - Sadio Mané fired Senegal into the final of the Africa Cup of Nations with a 1-0 victory over seven-time winner Egypt on Wednesday. The two-time African Footballer of the Year broke the deadlock in the 78th minute when he left fly from just outside the penalty area inside the bottom left corner after Lamine Camara’s
- [Chad: at least six killed in fighting between rebel group and armed forces](https://breakingafricanews.com/chad-at-least-six-killed-in-fighting-between-rebel-group-and-armed-forces/) - Clashes between the Chadian army and the MPRD rebel group have killed at least six people in the country's south, both sides said Wednesday. The fighting erupted Tuesday morning in Korbol, in the Moyen-Chari region, leaving three soldiers dead and 10 wounded, the army said in a statement. MPRD leader Luc Beyam Bebha said the
- [New calls for humanitarian truce in Sudan as peace talks resume in Cairo](https://breakingafricanews.com/new-calls-for-humanitarian-truce-in-sudan-as-peace-talks-resume-in-cairo/) - Sudan peace efforts resumed in Cairo on Wednesday as Egypt, the United Nations and the United States called for the warring parties to agree to a nationwide humanitarian truce, as the war between the army and its rival paramilitary nears the three-year mark. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty told reporters that Egypt wouldn't accept the
- [Madagascar military receives equipment and training from Russia](https://breakingafricanews.com/madagascar-military-receives-equipment-and-training-from-russia/) - As Madagascar continues its political transition after the ouster of the previous government, it is strengthening cooperation with Russia. Moscow is supplying military equipment to the Indian Ocean nation and has sent a delegation to train armed forces in its use, the Malagasy presidency said on Wednesday. The training will cover different types of equipment.
- [Uganda - Government Suspends Civic Groups Ahead of Elections](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-government-suspends-civic-groups-ahead-of-elections/) - On January 12, 2026, days before Uganda's national elections on January 15, the National Bureau for Non-Governmental Organizations ordered at least 10 nongovernmental organizations to immediately cease their operations indefinitely. The suspended organizations include human rights, media, and election monitoring organizations. The bureau stated it is "in receipt of intelligence information" that the groups are
- [Kenya: Uber Stops Accepting Visa Cards On Kenyan Platform](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-uber-stops-accepting-visa-cards-on-kenyan-platform/) - Nairobi — Uber has stopped accepting Visa card payments in Kenya, citing rising global payment processing costs. The ride-hailing firm said it routinely reviews payment options across markets to manage costs while minimising disruption to users. "We regularly review our payment methods on a market-by-market basis to ensure we're keeping costs reasonable while balancing any
- [Nigeria/Morocco: Afcon 2025 - Five Men Who Might Decide Nigeria vs Morocco Semi-Final Battle](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-morocco-afcon-2025-five-men-who-might-decide-nigeria-vs-morocco-semi-final-battle/) - With Nigeria's perfect record colliding against Morocco's defensive steel and home support, the semi-final promises tension, quality and moments that will define careers The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is racing toward its finish line. With just four matches left, Nigeria, Senegal, Egypt and hosts Morocco remain in the hunt for continental gold, and in
- [South Africa: St Lucia Fishers Take Government to Court](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-st-lucia-fishers-take-government-to-court/) - Celempilo Mduli was shot dead by rangers while fishing at night. Five years later, his family is still seeking answers. It has been over five years since 30-year-old Celempilo Mduli was shot and killed, allegedly by rangers with the Environmental Management Inspectorate (EMI) patrolling along Lake St Lucia in northern KwaZulu-Natal. On the evening of
- [Ghana: 25,000 TB Cases Unreported ...Ghana Risks Missing WHO Target - Dr Amenyo](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-25000-tb-cases-unreported-ghana-risks-missing-who-target-dr-amenyo/) - An estimated 25,000 people in Ghana are living with tuberculosis (TB) without being diagnosed, a situation that undermines the country's efforts to meet the World Health Organisation (WHO) target of ending TB as a public health challenge by 2030, the Deputy Programme Manager of the National TB Control Programme, Dr Rita Patricia Frimpong Amenyo, has
- [Malawi's Inflation Rate Shows Signs of Cooling, but Remains High](https://breakingafricanews.com/malawis-inflation-rate-shows-signs-of-cooling-but-remains-high/) - New official figures show that the rate of price increases in Malawi, known as inflation, has started to slow down, offering some relief to households after a difficult year. However, the cost of living continues to rise sharply. According to the National Statistical Office's latest "Stats Flash" for December 2025, the year-on-year inflation rate fell
- [Kenya: Trade CS Kinyanjui Backs US Move to Extend AGOA](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-trade-cs-kinyanjui-backs-us-move-to-extend-agoa/) - Nairobi — Investment, Trade and Industry Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui has welcomed a decision by the U.S. House of Representatives to pass a bill extending the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) by three years. Kinyanjui said the move offers relief to more than 80,000 Kenyans directly employed in apparel and textile firms, and about
- [Landslide in eastern Congo kills at least 13, leaves over 30 missing](https://breakingafricanews.com/landslide-in-eastern-congo-kills-at-least-13-leaves-over-30-missing/) - A landslide in eastern Congo early Tuesday killed at least 13 people and left over 30 still missing, according to local authorities. The landslide occurred at around 1 a.m. in the village of Burutsi in North Kivu province. Witnesses say that the landslide followed several hours of intense rainfall and has cut off the main
- [AFCON: Fan zone in Rabat brings students together to watch matches](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-fan-zone-in-rabat-brings-students-together-to-watch-matches/) - Nearly one million spectators have filled nine stadiums across Morocco since the Africa Cup of Nations began on December 21. Tens of thousands more have been following the tournament at a fan zone on the international campus of Riad, an upscale district of the country's capital, Rabat. The zone covers 5,000 square metres and can
- [Military deployed to Kampala as Uganda gets ready for general election](https://breakingafricanews.com/military-deployed-to-kampala-as-uganda-gets-ready-for-general-election/) - President Yoweri Museveni and his political opponents in Uganda held their final rallies on Tuesday before an election that authorities will oversee with soldiers in the streets — deployments that have alarmed opposition figures who see signs of the authoritarianism they want to do away with. The Uganda Communications Commission on Tuesday directed mobile internet
- [Ireland pledges fresh aid to Gaza during Rafah border visit](https://breakingafricanews.com/ireland-pledges-fresh-aid-to-gaza-during-rafah-border-visit/) - A senior Irish government minister has visited the Egyptian side of the Rafah border crossing, as Ireland announced new humanitarian support for Palestinians in Gaza. Ireland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Trade and Defense, Helen McEntee, toured the crossing on Tuesday alongside Egyptian officials, including North Sinai Governor Khaled Megawer, who briefed her on conditions at
- [Former Burkinabe minister murdered at her home in Ouagadougou, prosecutor says](https://breakingafricanews.com/former-burkinabe-minister-murdered-at-her-home-in-ouagadougou-prosecutor-says/) - Former Burkinabe minister Yolande Viviane Compaoré has been assassinated at her home in Ouagadougou, the capital’s public prosecutor’s announced on Tuesday. Officials said that Compaoré’s body was discovered at her home on Saturday and evidence found at the scene suggests that she was assaulted and murdered. Judicial authorities have opened an investigation and appealed for
- [Nigeria to revise inflation reporting after artificial spike expected in December](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-to-revise-inflation-reporting-after-artificial-spike-expected-in-december/) - Nigeria’s statistics authority says it will revise its inflation reporting methodology after data due next week is expected to show an artificial spike in December inflation, officials and economists said. The expected jump comes from a technical quirk in how price data are weighted late in the year — a factor that could temporarily push
- [Syrians displaced by deadly battles in Aleppo begin returning to the city](https://breakingafricanews.com/syrians-displaced-by-deadly-battles-in-aleppo-begin-returning-to-the-city/) - Displaced Syrians are returning to their contested neighbourhood of Sheikh Maqsoud in the northern city of Aleppo after days of deadly battles between the army and Kurdish-led fighters. More than 150,000 people fled the two Kurdish-held pockets of the city in the five days of fighting that saw almost two dozen people killed. Aleppo Governor
- [Prime Minister Takaichi and President Lee share drum session in Tokyo](https://breakingafricanews.com/prime-minister-takaichi-and-president-lee-share-drum-session-in-tokyo/) - After formal talks in Tokyo on Tuesday, the two leaders relaxed with an unexpected drum session set to K-pop hits. Wearing matching blue gym suits, they sat side by side and played along to songs including BTS’s Dynamite, as shown in a short video released by the Prime Minister’s Office. The moment was Takaichi’s idea,
- [Uganda's president urges people to vote in Thursday's general election](https://breakingafricanews.com/ugandas-president-urges-people-to-vote-in-thursdays-general-election/) - Thousands of people on Tuesday attended Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni’s final campaign rally in the capital Kampala ahead of Thursday’s general election. The 81-year-old leader of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party, who has ruled the country since 1986, is seeking a seventh term in office. One of Africa’s oldest heads of state, his government
- [Farmers leave Paris but tensions rise in Toulouse over EU-Mercosur trade deal](https://breakingafricanews.com/farmers-leave-paris-but-tensions-rise-in-toulouse-over-eu-mercosur-trade-deal/) - France woke up to quieter streets on Wednesday as tractors that had surrounded the National Assembly began leaving Paris before sunrise. The vehicles, driven by members of the FNSEA and Jeunes Agriculteurs unions, had entered the capital the previous morning to press their demands. Farmers say they are struggling with rising costs, falling incomes and
- [Vienna battles deep freeze as Danube ice threatens shipping](https://breakingafricanews.com/vienna-battles-deep-freeze-as-danube-ice-threatens-shipping/) - City services lifted a partial ban on salt spreading until noon to limit falls. The forecast had warned of a rough stretch and hospitals felt it quickly. From midnight to midday, Vienna Rescue treated 65 people after slips on ice, with injuries ranging from bruises to broken bones. The cold also reached the Danube. Ice
- [Algeria's president urges youth living abroad illegally to come home](https://breakingafricanews.com/algerias-president-urges-youth-living-abroad-illegally-to-come-home/) - Algeria’s President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has called on Algerian youth living abroad “in vulnerable and illegal situations” to come home. During Sunday’s cabinet meeting, the president said he would regularise the status of these young citizens, including those who have committed minor infractions in their host country. Some of these young people were “misled and exploited
- [Bulgaria’s Kukeri dancers revive ancient winter rituals](https://breakingafricanews.com/bulgarias-kukeri-dancers-revive-ancient-winter-rituals/) - In towns across Bulgaria, thousands come together to watch ancient pagan customs unfold as a shared public moment. Men wear heavy fur, feather and bead costumes, large bells tied around their waists. Painted wooden masks, often handed down through families, portray animals or mythical figures. Groups move from house to house, jumping and stamping so
- [Sudan recover hundreds of artefacts looted during the war](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-recover-hundreds-of-artefacts-looted-during-the-war/) - The Sudanese authorities displayed hundreds of figurines, ornate vases, and scarab-shaped amulets at a ceremony in Port Sudan on Tuesday. They were celebrating the recovery of 570 priceless ancient artefacts that were stolen from the National Museum in the capital, Khartoum. It was looted and badly damaged after the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces seized the
- [Outcry as France's Louvre museum hikes prices for most non-European visitors](https://breakingafricanews.com/outcry-as-frances-louvre-museum-hikes-prices-for-most-non-european-visitors/) - The Louvre museum in the French capital, Paris, is hiking its ticket prices for most non-European visitors by 45 per cent. The famous institution was the scene last year of a daring heist which saw robbers get away with jewels worth over a $100 million dollars, blamed in part on its deteriorating state. "I want
- [Somalia cancels UAE agreements over sovereignty concerns](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-cancels-uae-agreements-over-sovereignty-concerns/) - Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has announced that his government has cancelled all agreements with the United Arab Emirates, accusing the Gulf state of failing to respect Somalia’s sovereignty and unity. In a televised address, Mohamud said the federal cabinet decided to terminate agreements covering economic infrastructure, security and defence. He stressed that while relations
- [Mahmoud Dicko, the exiled imam defying Mali's military junta](https://breakingafricanews.com/mahmoud-dicko-the-exiled-imam-defying-malis-military-junta/) - Could a prominent exiled imam be the one to unite the Malian population against the country's authoritarian junta leaders? Mahmoud Dicko, who inspired protests that preceded the fall of former president Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta in a 2020 coup, has been living in Algeria since 2023. An initial supporter of the junta, Dicko was quickly sidelined
- [Uganda: Civil society under strain - who watches the vote?](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-civil-society-under-strain-who-watches-the-vote/) - Few days to Ugandas presidential polls on 15 January 2026, the usual buzz of campaigning and civic debate is being overshadowed , not only by the internet shutdown which is making waves , but by the suspension of key human rights and civil society organisations that normally monitor the vote. According to the Human Rights
- [Kenya: Ishowspeed Explains Drinking Cow Blood With Milk During Maasai Mara Visit](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-ishowspeed-explains-drinking-cow-blood-with-milk-during-maasai-mara-visit/) - Nairobi — Popular US content creator iShowSpeed has responded to questions about a now-deleted comment that questioned why he drank cow's blood mixed with milk while visiting the Maasai Mara, with some expressing concern it could affect his health due to differences in immune systems. In response, iShowSpeed said: "They welcomed me into the Maasai
- [Kenya: Nanyuki Moves to Rein in Rogue Motorists With Modified Exhaust, Lights](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-nanyuki-moves-to-rein-in-rogue-motorists-with-modified-exhaust-lights/) - Nanyuki — Laikipia County has moved to crack down on rogue motorists and boda boda operators using modified exhaust systems and illegal vehicle lighting, in a bid to curb noise pollution and improve public safety in Nanyuki town. In a public notice issued by the Nanyuki Municipal Board, the county has banned the operation of
- [Uganda's Gold Exports Hit Record Shs21.1 Trillion As New Industry Players Drive Sector Growth](https://breakingafricanews.com/ugandas-gold-exports-hit-record-shs21-1-trillion-as-new-industry-players-drive-sector-growth/) - Uganda has emerged as one of Africa's fastest-rising gold exporters, with export earnings from the precious metal reaching a record US$5.8 billion (about Shs21.1 trillion) in the year ending November 2025, according to figures from the Bank of Uganda. The surge has firmly placed gold at the centre of Uganda's mineral economy and reflects a
- [Kenya: Former Fed Chairs Condemn Criminal Investigation Into Jerome Powell](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-former-fed-chairs-condemn-criminal-investigation-into-jerome-powell/) - Three former heads of the US central bank on Monday decried a criminal investigation into chair Jerome Powell, calling it a bid to undermine the Federal Reserve's independence. In a public statement, Janet Yellen, Ben Bernanke and Alan Greenspan, and 10 other eminent former officials, rallied behind Powell. "The Federal Reserve's independence and the public's
- [Liberia: Police - DNA Analysis Excludes Former Deputy Sports Minister in Rape Probe](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-police-dna-analysis-excludes-former-deputy-sports-minister-in-rape-probe-2/) - Monrovia — The Liberia National Police has ruled out former Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports Bryant McGill as a suspect in a rape investigation after forensic DNA analysis excluded him as a contributor to biological evidence recovered in the case. The findings were disclosed Monday by Inspector General Gregory O.W. Coleman during a press
- [Liberia: Police - DNA Analysis Excludes Former Deputy Sports Minister in Rape Probe](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-police-dna-analysis-excludes-former-deputy-sports-minister-in-rape-probe/) - Monrovia — The Liberia National Police has ruled out former Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports Bryant McGill as a suspect in a rape investigation after forensic DNA analysis excluded him as a contributor to biological evidence recovered in the case. The findings were disclosed Monday by Inspector General Gregory O.W. Coleman during a press
- [Nigeria: The Knee On EFCC's Neck](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-the-knee-on-efccs-neck/) - "The knee on his neck" reminds us of the case of the American citizen, George Floyd who was murdered in Minneapolis, Minnesota on May 25, 2020 by a policeman, Derek Chauvin, a white police officer who pressed his knee on Floyd's neck for 9 minutes, 29 seconds. Floyd's last words were: "I can't breathe." He
- [Sudan: Foreign Minister Meets International President of Médecins SANs Frontières](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-foreign-minister-meets-international-president-of-medecins-sans-frontieres/) - Port Sudan — The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Mohy-Eddin Salim, met on Monday with the International President of the Doctors without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières-MSF) organizations, Dr Mohamed Javid Abdelmoneim. The meeting was attended by representatives of all MSF sections operating in Sudan, including the French, Belgian, Dutch, Swiss, and German
- [Kenya: KeNHA Orders Removal of Billboards Along James Gichuru-JKIA Highway](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-kenha-orders-removal-of-billboards-along-james-gichuru-jkia-highway/) - Nairobi — The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has directed the removal of all temporary structures along the James Gichuru Road to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) Highway ahead of planned beautification works. In a notice published in local dailies, KeNHA said the structures targeted include billboards, directional and advertising signs, tree nursery beds and
- [Eritrea: Highlights of Local Media Interview With President Isaias Afwerki](https://breakingafricanews.com/eritrea-highlights-of-local-media-interview-with-president-isaias-afwerki/) - Congolese Rights Body Urges 'Masterminds' to be Held to Account for 2017 Killings In March 2017, grainy video footage revealed that armed men walked Zaida Catalán, a 36-year-old Swede, and Michael Sharp, a 34-year-old American, through a savanna, sat them down and shot them. The brutal murders of the two United Nations investigators--and the disappearance
- [Somalia: China Reaffirms Support for Somali Unity As Foreign Ministers Bolster Strategic Ties](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-china-reaffirms-support-for-somali-unity-as-foreign-ministers-bolster-strategic-ties/) - Mogadishu — China has declared its "unwavering support" for Somalia's territorial integrity, describing Somaliland as an inseparable part of the country, following a high-level diplomatic call between the foreign ministers of both nations on Monday. Somalia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdisalam Abdi Ali, and his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, reaffirmed their strategic
- [Uganda: Nyombi Defends Internet Monitoring, Rules Out Shutdown Plans Ahead of January 15 Polls](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-nyombi-defends-internet-monitoring-rules-out-shutdown-plans-ahead-of-january-15-polls/) - The Executive Director of the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), Nyombi Thembo, has reiterated the regulator's mandate to monitor online activity for regulatory and national security purposes, while assuring the general public that there are currently no plans to shut down the internet ahead of Thursday's general presidential and parliamentary elections. Speaking to Canary Mugume during
- [Nigeria: From Ballots to Battlefields - Nigeria Can Repurpose Election Tool to Fight Terrorism](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-from-ballots-to-battlefields-nigeria-can-repurpose-election-tool-to-fight-terrorism/) - In fragile and conflict-affected settings, such as many parts of northern Nigeria, such infrastructure can mean the difference between foresight and catastrophe. Nigeria's war on terror continues to be framed through the lenses of firepower, troop strength and defence budgets. Far less attention is paid to a quieter but consequential failure of information pathways that
- [Kenya: Govt Hails Sugar Sector Revival As 4 Key Mills Resume Operations](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-govt-hails-sugar-sector-revival-as-4-key-mills-resume-operations/) - Kisumu — The government has announced major progress in the revival of Kenya's sugar sector following the resumption of operations by four key mills that had previously stalled. Agriculture Principal Secretary Kipronoh Ronoh said the reopening of Chemelil Sugar Factory, alongside Sony, Nzoia and Muhoroni mills, marks a significant milestone in the government's plan to
- [South Africa: KZN Rolls Out Controversial Circumcision Device Amid Safety Concerns](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-kzn-rolls-out-controversial-circumcision-device-amid-safety-concerns/) - The safety and track record of the CircumQ devices has been questioned The KwaZulu-Natal health department has procured 96,000 CircumQ devices through a controversial tender. The tender is currently being challenged in court by CircumQ's competitor, Unicirc, which alleges the devices are unproven and unsafe. The devices were ordered despite the court challenge. About 96,000
- [Nigeria: 2027 - Atiku, PDP, Cupp Decry Alleged Crackdown On Dissent](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-2027-atiku-pdp-cupp-decry-alleged-crackdown-on-dissent/) - AS the 2027 general election draws closer, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and the Coalition of United Political Parties, CUPP, have raised fresh alarm over what they described as a tightening noose around Nigeria's democratic space, warning that sustained crackdowns on dissent could imperil the credibility of the polls. Atiku,
- [ICJ hears opening statements in genocide case against Myanmar](https://breakingafricanews.com/icj-hears-opening-statements-in-genocide-case-against-myanmar/) - Myanmar heard accusations that it is responsible for genocide against the Rohingya ethnic minority at the top court of the United Nations, as long-awaited hearings began on Monday. The West African country of The Gambia first filed the case at the International Court of Justice in 2019, arguing a so-called “clearance operation” by Myanmar’s military
- [Lagos dredging boom fuels development but sinks fishing livelihoods](https://breakingafricanews.com/lagos-dredging-boom-fuels-development-but-sinks-fishing-livelihoods/) - Beneath a sprawling eight-lane expressway, men stand waist-deep in the Lagos Lagoon, scooping sand from the murky water to fuel Africa’s fastest-growing megacity. Dredging has become a booming business as demand for sand, essential for concrete and land reclamation, rises with Lagos’ rapid development. “Dredging is an easy process,” says dredging operator Joshua Alex. “We
- [Somalia cancels all agreements with UAE over accusations of undermining national unity](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-cancels-all-agreements-with-uae-over-accusations-of-undermining-national-unity/) - Somalia says it has cancelled all agreements with the United Arab Emirates due to evidence the Gulf state is engaged in undermining Somalia’s sovereignty, national unity, and political independence. The rift is reportedly due to the UAE’s tacit support for Israel’s recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland as an independent state. Abu Dhabi built
- [Former French football player, coach and pundit Rolland Courbis dies aged 72](https://breakingafricanews.com/former-french-football-player-coach-and-pundit-rolland-courbis-dies-aged-72/) - Former French football player, coach and media pundit Rolland Courbis has died at the age of 72. In a statement announcing the news, his employer, RMC radio, didn’t disclose the cause of death. Born in Marseille, Courbis came through the club’s academy and joined the squad as a defender. He was part of the team
- [Machado seeks Pope Leo's support for Venezuela's transition during Vatican meeting](https://breakingafricanews.com/machado-seeks-pope-leos-support-for-venezuelas-transition-during-vatican-meeting/) - Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado was granted a private audience with Pope Leo XIV on Monday at the Vatican. Machado told reporters that she asked Leo to intercede for the release of hundreds of political prisoners still being held in the South American country. Leo had said he was
- [UN agency praises Kenya's efforts to integrate refugees in Kakuma camp](https://breakingafricanews.com/un-agency-praises-kenyas-efforts-to-integrate-refugees-in-kakuma-camp/) - The new United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees visited Kakuma refugee camp in north-west Kenya on Monday where he praised the country for its integration efforts. It opened in 1992 to welcome people escaping problems in countries including South Sudan, Ethiopia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. After his visit, Barham Salih said the camp
- [Rwanda nominates former top diplomat for third term as Francophonie head](https://breakingafricanews.com/rwanda-nominates-former-top-diplomat-for-third-term-as-francophonie-head/) - Rwanda has said it will back its former foreign minister for a third term as head of a global institution that fosters cooperation among French-speaking countries. The announcement was made by the country’s top diplomat, Olivier Nduhungirehe, in an interview with Jeune Afrique. It comes 10 months ahead of the next summit of the Organisation
- [Somalia cancels all agreements with United Arab Emirates](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-cancels-all-agreements-with-united-arab-emirates/) - Somalia says it has cancelled all agreements with the United Arab Emirates citing what it called strong evidence of actions undermining the country’s sovereignty and unity. This annulment includes deals and partnerships related to three ports, as well as bilateral security and defence cooperation. The rift is reportedly due to the UAE’s tacit support for
- [The Gambia Reparations Commission begins payments to victims of Jammeh-era abuses](https://breakingafricanews.com/the-gambia-reparations-commission-begins-payments-to-victims-of-jammeh-era-abuses/) - The Gambia Reparations Commission has begun paying reparations to victims of human rights abuses perpetrated under the regime of former Gambian dictator Yahya Jammeh, the body said in a statement on Monday. The commission described the move as a "significant milestone" in its mandate for "justice" and "dignity." It said payments are being disbursed in
- [Uganda: Jailed Besigye Sends Financial Boost to Bobi Wine Campaign](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-jailed-besigye-sends-financial-boost-to-bobi-wine-campaign/) - Opposition leaders, activists and supporters on Sunday gathered at the Kasangati home of veteran opposition figure Kizza Besigye for a special prayer meeting held in solidarity with him and other individuals they describe as political prisoners, amid reports of a significant financial contribution to the presidential campaign of Robert Kyagulanyi. Besigye, who is currently in
- [Kenya: iShowSpeed Crew Member Hospitalised After Nairobi Livestream Spinal Injury](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-ishowspeed-crew-member-hospitalised-after-nairobi-livestream-spinal-injury/) - Nairobi — A member of American streaming sensation iShowSpeed's production team sustained a spinal injury during a high-energy livestream segment in Nairobi, even as the influencer's Kenya tour continues to break global records. Crew member Slippy, responsible for coordinating stunts and production logistics, revealed on social media that he suffered a nerve/disc injury while executing
- [Africa: Côte d'Ivoire, Mali and Burkina Faso - a Shared History Collides With Political Fractures](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-cote-divoire-mali-and-burkina-faso-a-shared-history-collides-with-political-fractures/) - For many decades, Côte d'Ivoire, Burkina Faso and Mali constituted one of the most integrated spaces of human and economic circulation in West Africa. Beyond simple geographical neighbours, these three former French colonies are linked by intense commercial exchange, ancient cross-border mobilities, and social and family ties. This interdependence is reflected in Ivorian demography. According
- [Malawi: 'Nine Months for a Life' - MP Baba Malondera Condemns Presidential Pardons of Convicted Albino Killers](https://breakingafricanews.com/malawi-nine-months-for-a-life-mp-baba-malondera-condemns-presidential-pardons-of-convicted-albino-killers/) - Baba Malondera, MCP Director of Youth and Member of Parliament, has slammed President Arthur Peter Mutharika for pardoning men convicted in the brutal killing of Buleya, a key witness in Malawi's high-profile albino murder cases, calling the decision "a betrayal of justice" and "an insult to the moral conscience of the nation." In a Facebook
- [China, Lesotho pledge deeper cooperation amid changing US trade policy](https://breakingafricanews.com/china-lesotho-pledge-deeper-cooperation-amid-changing-us-trade-policy/) - China and Lesotho have agreed to deepen cooperation across key sectors following an official visit by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, reaffirming strong bilateral ties and a shared commitment to development. Both sides commended the progress achieved under the China–Africa cooperation framework, which has played a significant role in supporting Lesotho’s modernization efforts in agriculture,
- [Sudan Government returns to Khartoum after nearly two years of war](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-government-returns-to-khartoum-after-nearly-two-years-of-war/) - As Sudan crosses the symbolic mark of 1,000 days of civil war, the country’s prime minister has announced the official return of the government to the capital, Khartoum. “We are back today,” Prime Minister Kamel Idris declared on Sunday, calling it the return of a “government of hope” to Sudan’s national capital. The government was
- [Video of bodies outside Tehran morgue raises alarm about Iran crackdown](https://breakingafricanews.com/video-of-bodies-outside-tehran-morgue-raises-alarm-about-iran-crackdown/) - Iran is at the centre of renewed concern after a video, verified by AFP, showed dozens of bodies outside a morgue south of Tehran. The footage, filmed at the Kahrizak forensic centre, shows bodies wrapped in black bags laid on the ground, while people believed to be relatives search among them. The video first circulated
- [Thousands in Paris support Iranian protesters and exiled crown prince](https://breakingafricanews.com/thousands-in-paris-support-iranian-protesters-and-exiled-crown-prince/) - The demonstration moved from Place Victor Hugo to the Trocadero, drawing 2,000 participants, according to organisers. Many carried pre-1979 Iranian monarchy flags bearing the lion and sun, chanting in support of the return of the former royal family under exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi. Israeli and US flags were also visible among the crowd. Speakers
- [Humanitarian workers face rising attacks in Eastern DR Congo](https://breakingafricanews.com/humanitarian-workers-face-rising-attacks-in-eastern-dr-congo/) - In eastern DR Congo, humanitarian workers are facing rising risks as insecurity surges in the region. According to OCHA, the UN’s Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, 48 incidents involving aid personnel were recorded in December 2025, with half occurring in South Kivu, ten more cases than in November. North Kivu follows, then Ituri,
- [Londoners ditch trousers for laughs during the 2026 No Trousers Tube Ride](https://breakingafricanews.com/londoners-ditch-trousers-for-laughs-during-the-2026-no-trousers-tube-ride/) - For a few hours, the London Tube became a place of quiet absurdity rather than rush and rules, on Sunday, as London hosted the 2026 No Trousers Tube Ride. In central London, more than a hundred people boarded the Underground wearing coats, scarves and shoes, but no trousers. Most travelled in briefs or shorts, blending
- [Benin legislative elections expected to boost ruling coalition ahead of Presidential vote](https://breakingafricanews.com/benin-legislative-elections-expected-to-boost-ruling-coalition-ahead-of-presidential-vote/) - Benin held parliamentary and local elections on Sunday, in a vote expected to strengthen the ruling coalition of outgoing President Patrice Talon, just one month after a failed coup attempt. The elections come only three months ahead of the presidential ballot, and the main opposition Democrats party was barred from participating in the local polls,
- [People around the world rally in support of protests in Iran](https://breakingafricanews.com/people-around-the-world-rally-in-support-of-protests-in-iran/) - People around the world have been expressing solidarity with Iranians, who began demonstrations in late December over the collapse of the rial currency. From Berlin to Istanbul and Washington, thousands took to the streets over the weekend to show support for the Iranian people. In Paris, many waved flags of the former Iranian monarchy as
- [Syria: Aleppo residents return after clashes between government and SDF](https://breakingafricanews.com/syria-aleppo-residents-return-after-clashes-between-government-and-sdf/) - In Achrafieh and nearby areas, ambulances and first responders moved in to help those trapped during days of fighting, clear rubble and search for mines. The clashes erupted earlier this week after talks stalled between the government and the Kurdish led Syrian Democratic Forces over plans to merge their units into the national army. Government
- [Ugandan churchgoers pray and fast for peaceful presidential election](https://breakingafricanews.com/ugandan-churchgoers-pray-and-fast-for-peaceful-presidential-election/) - Churchgoers in Uganda are praying for a peaceful vote, ahead of the general election on Sunday. At the Pentecostal Blessed Anointed Church International in Kampala, worshippers are halfway through a 14-day practice of prayers and fasting. Many have in mind the 2021 elections, which NGOs have said were characterised by "widespread violence and human rights
- [Uganda vote overshadowed by detentions, intimidation and fears of violence](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-vote-overshadowed-by-detentions-intimidation-and-fears-of-violence/) - Uganda heads to the polls this Thursday, but for opposition leaders, the election is being overshadowed by concerns over political repression and the detention of government critics. Opposition figure Bobi Wine has focused his campaign on the issue of political prisoners, with his National Unity Platform (NUP) holding a prayer service in honor of those
- [German Chancellor Merz visits India to boost economic and defence ties](https://breakingafricanews.com/german-chancellor-merz-visits-india-to-boost-economic-and-defence-ties/) - The meeting took place in Gandhinagar, in the western state of Gujarat, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Merz on his first official visit to India. The two leaders signed agreements covering defence cooperation, skills training, health and education, as both sides look to strengthen trade links and reduce reliance on China. The visit also
- [Cuba faces growing pressure from the United States after Maduro capture](https://breakingafricanews.com/cuba-faces-growing-pressure-from-the-united-states-after-maduro-capture/) - Cuba is facing growing threats from the United States, after the toppling of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, a key ally for the island nation. US President Donald Trump over the weekend pledged to cut off all oil and money flowing to Cuba and urged the nation to "make a deal" with the US. "Cuba lived,
- [South Africa's ANC party launches reform plan to win back votes in local polls](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africas-anc-party-launches-reform-plan-to-win-back-votes-in-local-polls/) - Ahead of local government elections due later this year, South Africa’s African National Congress has unveiled an ambitious six-point reform drive to win back votes. The party of Nelson Mandela suffered a bruising setback in the 2024 general elections. It lost its parliamentary majority for the first time since the country’s transition to democracy 30
- [China warns against foreign interference in wake of Tanzania's contested election](https://breakingafricanews.com/china-warns-against-foreign-interference-in-wake-of-tanzanias-contested-election/) - China's top diplomat on Saturday warned against any foreign interference in Tanzania in the wake of its contested election late last year. In a statement shared at the end of an official visit, Wang Yi, congratulated the country for what he described as the "successful conduct" of the polls. "China reiterated its full confidence in
- [Nigeria, Egypt complete AFCON semi-final lineup [Football Now]](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-egypt-complete-afcon-semi-final-lineup-football-now/) - Mohamed Salah scored and Egypt eliminated defending champion Ivory Coast to move into the Africa Cup of Nations semifinals after a 3-2 victory on Saturday. Salah nabbed his fourth goal of the tournament — Egypt’s third of the game — in the 52nd minute and the Pharaohs needed it as Ivory Coast threatened to come
- [Thousands gather to mark Benin's Vodun Days showcasing local culture](https://breakingafricanews.com/thousands-gather-to-mark-benins-vodun-days-showcasing-local-culture/) - For the past three years, the government of Benin has organised an international festival around the 10 January, a date dedicated to the traditional Vodun or Voodoo religion. On this occasion, followers from all over the country, elsewhere in Africa, and the diaspora gather in the coastal city of Ouidah, known as the world’s spiritual
- [Construction gets underway in Ethiopia on 'Africa's biggest airport'](https://breakingafricanews.com/construction-gets-underway-in-ethiopia-on-africas-biggest-airport/) - Construction has begun in the town of Bishoftu on what Ethiopia says will be Africa’s biggest airport and the continent's largest aviation infrastructure project. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed laid a ceremonial plaque on Saturday marking the start of work at the site located 45 kilometres south-east of the capital, Addis Ababa. When it reaches its
- [Kampala decked in colours of Ugandan president's party ahead of polls](https://breakingafricanews.com/kampala-decked-in-colours-of-ugandan-presidents-party-ahead-of-polls/) - With just days to go to Uganda’s general election, streets in the capital Kampala are decked out in campaign posters for incumbent President Yoweri Museveni. The 81-year-old leader of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party, who has ruled the country since 1986, is seeking re-election. Despite his age and growing concern about his government's suppression
- [Kenyan women's fight for their land rights after death of husbands](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenyan-womens-fight-for-their-land-rights-after-death-of-husbands/) - Kenyan Rebecca Anyango has called her house home for the past 26 years, but now she is wondering how long she will be able to stay there. As a widow, she has been threatened with eviction for years by her late husband's family, who claim she has no inheritance rights. This year they filed a
- [Iran warns Washington it will retaliate if the US launches an attack](https://breakingafricanews.com/iran-warns-washington-it-will-retaliate-if-the-us-launches-an-attack/) - As nationwide protests in Iran entered their third week, Tehran has warned that it will strike back if the United States attacks. US President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to intervene to protect demonstrators amid a deadly crackdown by security forces. Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, warned that Israel along with US military and
- [Malawi: Court Stops Cecilia Kadzamira Eviction, Gives Her Chance to Seek Justice](https://breakingafricanews.com/malawi-court-stops-cecilia-kadzamira-eviction-gives-her-chance-to-seek-justice/) - The High Court of Malawi in Lilongwe has stopped the eviction of former official hostess Cecilia Tamanda Kadzamira from Tichitenji Farm, giving her more time to fight her case and seek justice through the courts. In an order dated 6 January 2026, High Court Judge Simeon Mdeza suspended an earlier judgment made on 30 December
- [Zimbabwe: Fake Fertiliser Scam Costs Mazowe Farmer $34k](https://breakingafricanews.com/zimbabwe-fake-fertiliser-scam-costs-mazowe-farmer-34k/) - A Mazowe farmer was left counting his losses after being swindled out of US$34 000 by two men who sold him fake Compound D fertilizer last year. Ishmael Takudzwa Mataya (35), Tapiwa Chipiti (29) appeared before Harare magistrate Ruth Moyo charged with fraud. The matter was remanded to 21 January. The complainant in this case
- [Nigeria: Jigawa Joins States in Race to Domesticate New Tax Reforms](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-jigawa-joins-states-in-race-to-domesticate-new-tax-reforms/) - This is coming after Ekiti state commenced the tax reform domestication, while Zamfara and Anambra states followed suit in December 2025 Jigawa State has aligned with other Nigerian states to domesticate Nigeria's tax reform laws, following the passage of the Harmonised Taxes and Levies Bill, as the country begins the implementation its new tax regime
- [Kenya: 2025 KCSE Results - 1,180 Candidates Disqualified Over Examination Irregularities](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-2025-kcse-results-1180-candidates-disqualified-over-examination-irregularities/) - Nairobi — Results for 1,180 candidates who sat the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations have been cancelled after they were found to have engaged in examination irregularities, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos has announced. Speaking during the official release of the results on Friday, the CS said investigations conducted after the examinations
- [Kenya: Safaricom Tops Mobile Internet Speed Rankings in Customer Survey](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-safaricom-tops-mobile-internet-speed-rankings-in-customer-survey/) - Nairobi — Safaricom has been ranked as the leading mobile internet provider in Kenya, outperforming rivals Airtel, Telkom Kenya and Jamii Telkom, according to a recent customer survey. The survey found that Safaricom subscribers reported the most stable internet speeds and the fewest service interruptions compared with users of competing networks. Among respondents, only a
- [Chinese EV Giant Okla Global Appoints Treadway to Spearhead Africa Expansion](https://breakingafricanews.com/chinese-ev-giant-okla-global-appoints-treadway-to-spearhead-africa-expansion/) - Nairobi — Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Tiazhou Okla Automotive Co., widely known as Okla Global, has announced a strategic partnership with Hong Kong-headquartered Treadway Investment Bank to accelerate its ambitious expansion into Africa's fast-growing automotive market. Under the agreement, Treadway will provide investment banking and corporate finance advisory services to support Okla's continental growth
- [Nigeria: Akpabio's New Year Message - Restraint, Not Retaliation, Is True Leadership - - Aide](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-akpabios-new-year-message-restraint-not-retaliation-is-true-leadership-aide/) - The Special Adviser on Media and Publicity and Official Spokesperson to the President of the Senate, Rt. Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, has urged Nigerian politicians to embrace restraint and reconciliation, stressing that the most radical act in politics is not retaliation but self-control. Eyiboh made the call in a statement titled "Akpabio's New Year Resolution: Forgiveness,
- [Liberian Striker Emmanuel Flomo Tops Rwanda Premier League Scoring Chart](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberian-striker-emmanuel-flomo-tops-rwanda-premier-league-scoring-chart/) - MONROVIA — Liberian striker Emmanuel Flomo continues to make a strong impression in the Rwanda Premier League, leading the scoring chart with nine goals and emerging as a leading contender for the Golden Boot. Flomo's rise has been driven less by physical power than by intelligence and efficiency. Not tall or physically imposing, the young
- [Liberia: Rep. Kanneh Donates Materials, Cash to Rebuild Burned Zone 9 Police Depot](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-rep-kanneh-donates-materials-cash-to-rebuild-burned-zone-9-police-depot/) - Johnsonville — Montserrado County District 2 Representative Sekou S. Kanneh has donated construction materials and cash toward the reconstruction of the Zone 9 Depot 4 police station in City View Community, in what residents describe as a critical intervention following the destruction of the facility by fire. The police depot, which serves City View and
- [Liberia: Court Charges Two Technicians in River Cess Electricity Meter Diversion Case](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-court-charges-two-technicians-in-river-cess-electricity-meter-diversion-case/) - CESTOS — The Cestos City Magisterial Court has formally charged two technicians assigned to the River Cess rural electrification project with Criminal Facilitation and Misapplication of Entrusted Property, following an investigation into the alleged diversion of electricity meters. Those charged are Timothy Flomo, a site engineer, and James B. Nyilah, a site supervisor. Both men
- [Gabon: Faced With Alarm Over 'Ritual Murders', the President Asks the Population Whether They Want the Death Penalty Reintroduced](https://breakingafricanews.com/gabon-faced-with-alarm-over-ritual-murders-the-president-asks-the-population-whether-they-want-the-death-penalty-reintroduced/) - Libreville — Citizens will decide whether the death penalty will be imposed for so-called "ritual murders." This was announced by the President of Gabon, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, in his New Year's address on January 2. The death penalty was abolished in Gabon in 2010, but in light of the social unrest triggered by the
- [Uganda: Museveni Steps Up Gomba Campaign, Deploys Kalumba-Led Team to Reclaim NRM Support](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-museveni-steps-up-gomba-campaign-deploys-kalumba-led-team-to-reclaim-nrm-support/) - President Museveni has stepped up his campaign in Gomba District by deploying a strong mobilisation team in the final days to the elections, as the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) moves to reclaim dominance in an area that has recently leaned towards the opposition. Museveni, the NRM national chairman, is being represented on the ground
- [Nigeria/Algeria: Eagles Vs Foxes Revenge or Consolidation?](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-algeria-eagles-vs-foxes-revenge-or-consolidation/) - Today's AFCON quarter-final encounter between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Desert Foxes of Algeria in the 45,000-capacity Grand Stade de Marrakech will no doubt be very explosive, considering the rivalry between the two countries at the biennial competition. The Marrakech confrontation will be the 23rd senior-level meeting between both teams since their first
- [Court Restrains Nigeria's Resident Doctors From Planned Strike](https://breakingafricanews.com/court-restrains-nigerias-resident-doctors-from-planned-strike/) - The court also barred NARD from taking steps preparatory to any industrial action. The National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN), Abuja, has issued an interim order restraining the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) and its members from embarking on the nationwide strike scheduled to commence on 12 January. Justice Emmanuel Subilim made the order
- [Nigeria Vows to Strengthen Fight Against Insecurity As Trump Threatens More U.S. Strikes](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-vows-to-strengthen-fight-against-insecurity-as-trump-threatens-more-u-s-strikes/) - Nigeria has vowed to intensify its fight against rising insecurity, signaling a renewed commitment to protecting citizens amid escalating threats. The pledge comes as US President Donald Trump has warned of potential further air strikes if what he termed as attacks on Christians continue, raising the stakes for the nation's security strategy. Trump said there
- [Africa: #Afcon2025 - Morocco Roar Past Cameroon to Reach Semis, Ndiaye Strike Sends Senegal Into Last Four](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-afcon2025-morocco-roar-past-cameroon-to-reach-semis-ndiaye-strike-sends-senegal-into-last-four/) - The Atlas Lions roared past Cameroon with a convincing 2-0 win over on Friday evening at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat to secure a place in the semi-finals of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations. The tournament hosts' victory over Cameroon follows Senegal's earlier win over Mali in Tangier where the former
- [National day of mourning for 40 killed in Crans-Montana fire](https://breakingafricanews.com/national-day-of-mourning-for-40-killed-in-crans-montana-fire/) - A memorial service took place in the resort, bringing together Swiss officials and foreign leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian President Sergio Mattarella, Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola. The fire broke out shortly after midnight on 1 January at the Le Constellation bar, injuring 116 people, many
- [Vodun Days festivities kick off in Benin's Ouidah](https://breakingafricanews.com/vodun-days-festivities-kick-off-in-benins-ouidah/) - The Vodun Days celebrations, a three-day annual event honouring Benin's spiritual and cultural heritage are taking place in the the sacred Kpassè Forest in Ouidah. Spotting a baseball cap, President Patrice Talon arrived for the first day of the celebrations amid cheers from the festival goers. He was accompanied by Romuald Wadagni, Minister of the
- [Rare gorilla twins born in conflict-hit Virunga National Park in DR Congo](https://breakingafricanews.com/rare-gorilla-twins-born-in-conflict-hit-virunga-national-park-in-dr-congo/) - A mountain gorilla has given birth to twins in the Virunga National Park in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Scientists say fewer than one per cent of pregnancies in the endangered primate result in twins. The remarkable biodiversity in Virunga, Africa’s oldest nature reserve, has survived despite decades of conflict in the region. Images
- [Syria: Defense ministry announces ceasefire after days of clashes in Aleppo](https://breakingafricanews.com/syria-defense-ministry-announces-ceasefire-after-days-of-clashes-in-aleppo/) - Following three days of violence between government forces and Kurdish fighters in Aleppo, a city in northern Syria, Syria’s Defense ministry has announced a ceasefire. There was no immediate comment from the Kurdish led Syrian democratic forces; meanwhile a local Kurdish council refused calls for fighters to leave. Radwan Hamadi, a resident in Aleppo, has
- [Uganda: Crowds voice support for the opposition ahead of election](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-crowds-voice-support-for-the-opposition-ahead-of-election/) - As Uganda gears up for its presidential election, crowds took to the streets in the outskirts of Kampala to voice support for opposition leader and presidential candidate Bobi Wine. Wine is going up against longtime President Yoweri Museveni, who has ruled the country since 1986 by rewriting the rules multiple times to remain in office.
- [Ukrainians protest against Russian participation in navy drills in South Africa](https://breakingafricanews.com/ukrainians-protest-against-russian-participation-in-navy-drills-in-south-africa/) - A small group of Ukrainian immigrants living in Cape Town gathered on Friday at Simon’s Town, home to South Africa’s main naval base. They were protesting against Russia’s participation in a week-long joint military exercise that includes warships from China, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates. Demonstrators criticised South Africa for including Russia in the
- [As Sudan marks 1,000 days of conflict, civilians continue to suffer](https://breakingafricanews.com/as-sudan-marks-1000-days-of-conflict-civilians-continue-to-suffer/) - Aid agencies marked 1,000 days of war in Sudan on Friday with a grim reminder that the conflict has created the world’s biggest hunger crisis and largest displacement emergency. Every day, civilians have been “paying the price for a war they did not choose”, said the UN aid coordination office, OCHA. The United Nations says
- [Morocco, Senegal roar to AFCON semis [Football Now]](https://breakingafricanews.com/morocco-senegal-roar-to-afcon-semis-football-now/) - Brahim Díaz scored again and host Morocco joined Senegal in the semifinals of the Africa Cup of Nations with a 2-0 win over Cameroon on Friday. Díaz extended his Moroccan record by scoring in a fifth straight game at the tournament when he ushered in with his groin Ayoub El Kaabi’s header from a corner
- [Moroccan handicraft week merges culture and sport amid AFCON](https://breakingafricanews.com/moroccan-handicraft-week-merges-culture-and-sport-amid-afcon/) - As the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) heads into its final week, host Morocco marks its annual Handicrafts Week. An exhibition in the capital, Rabat, merges culture and sport, highlighting their deep connections across the continent. Mehdi Kotbi, president of the National Foundation of Museums, said culture and football live side by side. "Morocco beats
- [South Africa: Raising Revenue From Alien Invasives](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-raising-revenue-from-alien-invasives/) - A pilot project in the Overberg aims to produce useful agricultural products using cleared invasive plants Clearing water-guzzling and soil-damaging alien invasive plants costs South Africa several hundred million rands every year. Now, a promising pilot project to recoup some of this cost by producing useful products from the cleared alien vegetation is underway. Conservationists
- [Nigeria: 20 Firms Exit National Grid, Get Licences for Independent Power Generation](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-20-firms-exit-national-grid-get-licences-for-independent-power-generation/) - The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has announced that an additional 20 firms secured captive power generation permits in the third quarter of 2025, enabling them to produce a combined 5.85 megawatts independently and potentially reduce reliance on the faltering national grid. NERC, in its latest quarterly report released this week, stated that these companies
- [Nigeria: Impeachment - Rpaf Asks Tinubu to Call Wike to Order](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-impeachment-rpaf-asks-tinubu-to-call-wike-to-order/) - The Rivers Peace Agenda Forum (RPAF) has sent an urgent "Save Our Soul" appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, warning that Rivers State is under sustained political siege orchestrated by Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike and his loyalists. The forum described the fresh impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara as a direct assault on
- [Somali, U.S.-Backed Forces Destroy Al-Shabaab Bomb Factory, Kill 18 in Middle Juba](https://breakingafricanews.com/somali-u-s-backed-forces-destroy-al-shabaab-bomb-factory-kill-18-in-middle-juba/) - Mogadishu — Somali government forces, backed by international partners including the US military, carried out a planned operation late on Thursday night targeting Al-Shabaab in the town of Saakow in the Middle Juba region, the defence ministry said. According to a statement, the operation focused on a facility used by Al-Shabaab to manufacture and assemble
- [Nigeria/Morocco: Afcon 2025 - Super Eagles Arrive in Marrakech for Quarter-Final After Bonus Dispute Resolved](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-morocco-afcon-2025-super-eagles-arrive-in-marrakech-for-quarter-final-after-bonus-dispute-resolved/) - Nigeria's Super Eagles squad has travelled from their base in Fès to Marrakech, the venue for their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final clash against Algeria on Saturday. This follows confirmation from the Nigerian government that outstanding match-winning bonuses have been disbursed, after overcoming administrative and foreign exchange hurdles. On Wednesday, the team, coached by
- [Kenya: President Ruto Briefed Ahead of 2025 KCSE Results Release](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-president-ruto-briefed-ahead-of-2025-kcse-results-release/) - Uasin Gishu — President William Ruto was briefed on the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results at Chepisaas Boys High School in Uasin Gishu County ahead of the national release. A total of 993,000 candidates sat the examinations this year. Of these, approximately 270,000 students attained a C+ grade, meeting the minimum requirement
- [Africa: China's Foreign Minister Meets With Chairperson of the African Union Commission](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-chinas-foreign-minister-meets-with-chairperson-of-the-african-union-commission/) - Addis Ababa — The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, and Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China, H.E. Wang Yi, held the 9th China-African Union Strategic Dialogue at the African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa on
- [Nigeria: Doctors' Strike and Matters Arising](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-doctors-strike-and-matters-arising/) - The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has once again placed the country's healthcare system on the brink of collapse with its announcement of an indefinite strike commencing January 12, 2026. This latest threat follows a depressingly familiar pattern: agreements signed, strikes suspended, promises broken, and the cycle repeating with predictable regularity. The association cites
- [Somalia's President Condemns Somaliland Actions, Warns Against Foreign-Backed Recognition](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalias-president-condemns-somaliland-actions-warns-against-foreign-backed-recognition/) - Mogadishu — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Thursday strongly condemned recent moves by Somaliland authorities, warning they threaten Somalia's unity and sovereignty and accusing the breakaway region of repeatedly walking away from opportunities for political dialogue. In a televised address to the nation, Mohamud said successive Somaliland administrations had failed to seize chances for
- [Malawi: Nation Mourns Madalitso Kazombo - a Gentle Giant Silenced Too Soon](https://breakingafricanews.com/malawi-nation-mourns-madalitso-kazombo-a-gentle-giant-silenced-too-soon/) - Malawi woke up to heartbreak yesterday following the sudden death of Leader of Opposition and former First Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Honourable Madalitso Kwaderanji Kazombo, who died after suffering an asthma attack. Kazombo collapsed shortly after attending a meeting in Lilongwe and was rushed to a hospital in Area 12, where he died
- [Nigeria: Trump Warns of Further U.S. Strikes in Nigeria 'If They Continue to Kill Christians'](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-trump-warns-of-further-u-s-strikes-in-nigeria-if-they-continue-to-kill-christians/) - United States President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could carry out additional military strikes in Nigeria if Christians continue to be killed there, comments that have drawn renewed attention to Washington's rhetoric on killings in the Country. In an interview with The New York Times published on Thursday, Trump said further action
- [South Africa: Wildfires Force Evacuations As Helicopters Battle Kouga Flames](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-wildfires-force-evacuations-as-helicopters-battle-kouga-flames/) - · Three major fires are still burning in Kouga, with confirmed damage to homes in the Kromme River and Smith Town areas, while helicopters work overhead. · Authorities say no new evacuations are needed and all roads are open, but power cuts are being watched closely due to possible risks to water supply. A raging
- [Chinese foreign minister begins annual Africa tour with Ethiopia visit](https://breakingafricanews.com/chinese-foreign-minister-begins-annual-africa-tour-with-ethiopia-visit/) - Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed welcomed Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Addis Ababa on Thursday for the first stop of the diplomat’s New Year trip to Africa. The two leaders pledged deeper cooperation on issues including trade, infrastructure, energy and transportation. They also discussed potential collaboration on emerging areas like artificial intelligence and green
- [South Africa: Protesters condemn US attack on Venezuela](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-protesters-condemn-us-attack-on-venezuela/) - Voicing their anger over the US’s capture of ousted Venezuelan leader NIcolas Maduro and his wife, crowds gathered outside the US embassy in the South African capital. The demonstrations were led by members of the South African communist party, which has condemned US President Donald Trump’s actions and is urging Maduro’s immediate release. Sarah Mukwevho,
- [Egypt and EU agree on urgent need for second phase of Gaza ceasefire](https://breakingafricanews.com/egypt-and-eu-agree-on-urgent-need-for-second-phase-of-gaza-ceasefire/) - Egypt and the European Union said Thursday that efforts were being made to implement the second phase of the US-brokered ceasefire between Hamas and Israel in Gaza. Phase two calls for the establishment of a Board of Peace to oversee the peace process. During a meeting in Cairo, Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and the
- [Tens of thousands flee Aleppo as clashes intensify and evacuation orders expand](https://breakingafricanews.com/tens-of-thousands-flee-aleppo-as-clashes-intensify-and-evacuation-orders-expand/) - Tens of thousands of civilians are fleeing contested neighborhoods in northern Aleppo after clashes between Syrian government forces and Kurdish-led fighters intensified, deepening a humanitarian crisis in the city. Syrian authorities on Thursday warned residents to evacuate areas including Sheikh Maqsoud, Achrafieh and Bani Zaid, opening a corridor for a second day and setting a
- [Protests in Portland after federal agents shoot two during ICE operation](https://breakingafricanews.com/protests-in-portland-after-federal-agents-shoot-two-during-ice-operation/) - Hundreds of protesters gathered outside a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in Portland, Oregon, on Thursday after federal immigration officers shot and wounded two people during a vehicle stop near a hospital. The shooting happened outside Adventist Health hospital, prompting an immediate response from local police. Officers later found a man and a woman
- [Hundreds protest in Minneapolis over fatal shooting by ICE officer](https://breakingafricanews.com/hundreds-protest-in-minneapolis-over-fatal-shooting-by-ice-officer/) - USA authorities faced renewed tension in Minneapolis on Thursday night after hundreds of people marched along one of the city’s main roads to protest a fatal shooting. The demonstration followed the death of Renee Good, a 37 year old woman shot on Wednesday during an immigration enforcement operation involving a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
- [Aleppo faces new displacement amid Syrian forces and SDF clashes](https://breakingafricanews.com/aleppo-faces-new-displacement-amid-syrian-forces-and-sdf-clashes/) - As fighting intensifies in the northern city of Aleppo, tens of thousands of residents have fled contested affected Kurdish-majority areas after clashes between government forces and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces. Streets of Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud once home to families are now largely empty, following evacuation orders issued by provincial authorities. At mosques and
- [DRC: Funeral held for victims of drone strike blamed on govt forces](https://breakingafricanews.com/drc-funeral-held-for-victims-of-drone-strike-blamed-on-govt-forces/) - The Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group held Thursday a symbolic burial for 22 civilians killed in a drone strike earlier this month in the North Kivu province in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Twenty-two coffins were displayed in front of the residents of Goma and the families of the victims, who attended the ceremony as the
- [Somalia denies aid seizure as US suspends assistance over WFP warehouse claims](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-denies-aid-seizure-as-us-suspends-assistance-over-wfp-warehouse-claims/) - Somalia’s government has rejected allegations by the United States that authorities in Mogadishu destroyed an American-funded World Food Programme warehouse and seized food aid meant for vulnerable civilians. The dispute prompted the U.S. State Department to suspend all assistance to Somalia’s federal government, citing what it called a zero-tolerance policy for the waste or diversion
- [Rebel group holds funeral for victims of drone strike in eastern DR Congo](https://breakingafricanews.com/rebel-group-holds-funeral-for-victims-of-drone-strike-in-eastern-dr-congo/) - The AFC/M23 armed group held a collective funeral in Goma on Thursday for the 22 victims of a drone strike that took place in Masisi in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo earlier this month. In an atmosphere heavy with emotion, marked by tears and moments of reflection, the coffins were laid out in front of
- [Russian airstrike on multiple residential buildings in Kyiv leaves 4 dead, 24 injured](https://breakingafricanews.com/russian-airstrike-on-multiple-residential-buildings-in-kyiv-leaves-4-dead-24-injured/) - City officials said four people were killed across Kyiv, among them a paramedic working at the scene in the Darnytskyi district. At least 24 others were injured, including rescuers and medics. Explosions tore through parts of the Comfort Town complex, killing people inside the building and sending dozens to hospital. Several entrances were damaged, windows
- [Somalis protest Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, vow national unity](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalis-protest-israels-recognition-of-somaliland-vow-national-unity/) - Hundreds of protesters gathered in Mogadishu on Thursday night to denounce Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, chanting patriotic songs and waving Somali flags in a show of unity. Demonstrators say the move threatens Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Somaliland declared independence in 1991 but has never previously been recognised by any country. “We are protesting against
- [Alliance of Sahel States condemns United States operation in Venezuela](https://breakingafricanews.com/alliance-of-sahel-states-condemns-united-states-operation-in-venezuela/) - The Alliance of Sahel States – comprising the juntas in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger – have condemned what it described as the United States’ “act of aggression” against Venezuela. It said the US operation over the weekend to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores was a serious violation of international
- [Ahead of election, Uganda's security forces are accused of using violence](https://breakingafricanews.com/ahead-of-election-ugandas-security-forces-are-accused-of-using-violence/) - Tension continues to build in Uganda ahead of next week's presidential elections. Ugandan authorities have detained opposition leaders and a key civic leader, accusing her of illegally obtaining access to the national voters’ registry. Critics say the criminal charges against Sarah Bireete are politically motivated and really provoked by her work as a public commentator
- [Nigeria: ICPC to Continue Probe of Farouk Ahmed Despite Dangote's Withdrawal](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-icpc-to-continue-probe-of-farouk-ahmed-despite-dangotes-withdrawal/) - Mr Dangote's notice of withdrawal of the petition came less than a month after Mr Ahmed was removed from office. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has announced that it will continue its investigation into the corruption allegations against the former Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum
- [Liberia: Notorious Drug Dealer Nabbed in New Kru Town Raid](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-notorious-drug-dealer-nabbed-in-new-kru-town-raid/) - The arrest of a notorious drug kingpin popularly known by his street-name "Rich Gang" in New Kru Town has been widely hailed as a major victory in President Joseph Nyuma Boakai's intensifying national campaign against illicit drugs and narcotic substances, a scourge the government has described as one of the gravest threats to Liberia's security,
- [Africa Squeezed Between Import Substitution and Dependency Syndrome](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-squeezed-between-import-substitution-and-dependency-syndrome/) - Moscow — Squeezed between import substitution and dependency syndrome, a condition characterized by a set of associated economic symptoms--that is rules and regulations--majority of African countries are shifting from United States and Europe to an incoherent alternative bilateral partnerships with Russia, China and the Global South. By forging new partnerships, for instance with Russia, these
- [Africa: Ghana Ranked Among Africa's Top 10 Futsal Nations](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-ghana-ranked-among-africas-top-10-futsal-nations/) - Ghana has been ranked among the top 10 futsal national teams in Africa. The elite list of Africa's top 10 futsal nations includes Ghana, Algeria, Angola, Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt, Libya, Guinea, Mauritania, Mozambique, and Zambia. Ghana's strong ranking comes with a major competitive advantage, as it earns the Black Stars Futsal team a direct bye
- [Ghana: 7 Perish in Offinso-Abofuor Highway Accident](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-7-perish-in-offinso-abofuor-highway-accident/) - Seven people died and dozens sustained injuries in separate road accidents yesterday when a commercial bus travelling from Techiman to Kumasi collided with a broken-down cement trailer near Samproso and Awisam on the Offinso-Abofuor highway in the Ashanti Region. Eyewitnesses said the trailer, with registration number GT 5509-20, lost ignition while attempting to join the
- [Nigeria: African Fintechs Projected to Grow Profitably, Sustain the Continent in 2026](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-african-fintechs-projected-to-grow-profitably-sustain-the-continent-in-2026/) - African Fintech Summit (AFTS), the premier global initiative dedicated to African Financial Technology (Fintech) ecosystem, has projected African Fintechs in its 2026 Outlook, as an ecosystem that would transit from chasing global investments to becoming the hub that would attract global investments and powered by African founders. Managing Director of AFTS, Zekarias Amsalu, who made
- [Africa: AU Calls On All Parties to Respect Int'l Law in Venezuelan Crisis](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-au-calls-on-all-parties-to-respect-intl-law-in-venezuelan-crisis/) - The African Union (AU) has expressed grave concern over rapidly unfolding political and military developments in Venezuela, citing reports of the abduction of President Nicolás Maduro and attacks on state institutions amid an escalating international crisis. In a statement released this week, the AU reaffirmed its commitment to core principles of international law, including respect
- [Uganda: Crackdown On Uganda's Opposition Intensifies As Elections Draw Near](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-crackdown-on-ugandas-opposition-intensifies-as-elections-draw-near/) - Forty years since Yoweri Museveni took power in Uganda, he plans to seek a seventh term as president in elections on 15 January. His strongest challenger is former entertainer Bobi Wine, but his party's rallies have been marred by what watchdogs call a "brutal campaign of repression". The campaign for this month's general elections began
- [Sudan's War Nears 1,000 Days As Violence and Hunger Reach Unprecedented Levels](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudans-war-nears-1000-days-as-violence-and-hunger-reach-unprecedented-levels/) - United Nations — As Sudan approaches 1,000 days of civil war, late December and early January saw a brutal escalation of violence, with drone strikes hitting areas at the center of the country's deepening hunger crisis. While the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) advance across western and southern Sudan, and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) tighten
- [Ghana: President Mahama's First Year in Office - Promises, Progress, Way Forward](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-president-mahamas-first-year-in-office-promises-progress-way-forward/) - One year into President John Dramani Mahama's current administration, the nation finds itself at a crucial point of reflection. Anniversaries of governance are not simply ceremonial milestones; they are opportunities to measure promise against performance, rhetoric against results, and hope against reality. As we mark this first year, it is important to assess government delivery
- [Putin attends Christmas Eve service with veterans of Ukraine war](https://breakingafricanews.com/putin-attends-christmas-eve-service-with-veterans-of-ukraine-war/) - Russian President Vladimir Putin celebrated Christmas Eve at an Orthodox service in the Moscow region on Tuesday evening. He was joined by veterans of Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine and their families, and he addressed the children in attendance: "Russia’s warriors have always, as if at the Lord’s behest, carried out this mission of defending
- [African Union demands Israel reverse recognition of Somaliland](https://breakingafricanews.com/african-union-demands-israel-reverse-recognition-of-somaliland/) - The AU’s Council for Political Affairs, Peace and Security issued the call on Tuesday, condemning what it described as a unilateral and illegitimate move. In a statement posted on X after a ministerial meeting, the AU said it “strongly condemns the unilateral recognition of the so-called ‘Republic of Somaliland’ by Israel.” The announcement comes as
- [Ivorian Government resigns after ruling party’s landslide win](https://breakingafricanews.com/ivorian-government-resigns-after-ruling-partys-landslide-win/) - Ivory Coast’s government has formally resigned, paving the way for a new cabinet following last month’s legislative elections. President Alassane Ouattara accepted the resignation on Wednesday, January 7, after the ruling RHDP party secured a landslide victory, winning more than 75 percent of parliamentary seats. The result comes just two months after Ouattara was re-elected
- [Venezuela holds mass funeral for soldiers killed in US military operation](https://breakingafricanews.com/venezuela-holds-mass-funeral-for-soldiers-killed-in-us-military-operation/) - Venezuela’s military has begun burying dozens of soldiers killed in a United States military operation, holding a mass funeral in the capital, Caracas. Men carried wooden caskets draped in the Venezuelan flag, passing rows of uniformed officers. Singing echoed from a church as music from a military orchestra filled the air, while grieving families and
- [South africa won’t block US refugee program for white minority](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-wont-block-us-refugee-program-for-white-minority/) - South Africa has agreed not to interfere with a controversial U.S. refugee program bringing white South Africans to the United States, according to an internal meeting summary reviewed by Reuters. The assurance was given during a closed-door meeting on December 23, after diplomatic tensions escalated when South African authorities raided a U.S. refugee processing site
- [Iran police officer killed as protests over cost of living enter 12th day](https://breakingafricanews.com/iran-police-officer-killed-as-protests-over-cost-of-living-enter-12th-day/) - An Iranian police officer has been killed after being stabbed during unrest west of Tehran, as protests over the rising cost of living entered their 12th day, according to local media. Fars news agency said Shahin Dehghan, a police officer in Malard county, died while trying to control the unrest. Authorities say an investigation is
- [USA: Minneapolis protests erupt after woman killed in ICE operation](https://breakingafricanews.com/usa-minneapolis-protests-erupt-after-woman-killed-in-ice-operation/) - By evening, hundreds attended a vigil, lighting candles and calling for resistance to immigration raids. Some held anti-ICE signs and chanted slogans, while nearby streets were blocked by cars and makeshift barricades. The area is close to long-established immigrant markets and not far from where George Floyd was killed in 2020. The 37-year-old motorist was
- [French farmers protest EU Mercosur deal with tractors in Paris](https://breakingafricanews.com/french-farmers-protest-eu-mercosur-deal-with-tractors-in-paris/) - Dozens of vehicles entered the capital before dawn, rolling past major landmarks including the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe. The action was organised by the Coordination Rurale union, which says the agreement would expose French farmers to unfair competition from cheaper imports from South America. Protesters fear that products from Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay
- [Greenlanders voice concern as US renews push to acquire Arctic island](https://breakingafricanews.com/greenlanders-voice-concern-as-us-renews-push-to-acquire-arctic-island/) - Residents in Greenland have voiced deep concern over renewed U.S. interest in acquiring the vast Arctic island, as debates over its future sovereignty intensify. The sentiments reflect fears among locals that their homeland could be treated as a geopolitical asset rather than a people and culture with their own identity. “I think that we’re not
- [Somalia's National Army brings 'total war' to al-Shabab militants](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalias-national-army-brings-total-war-to-al-shabab-militants/) - Somalia's National Army bring 'total war' to al-Shabab militants. Mogadishu's first line of defense against the next militant attack on Somalia’s capital ranges from machine gunners in pick-up trucks to young men in plain clothes manning checkpoints. One of the leaders is Abdikani Ali Mohamed, a teenage-faced colonel whose authority has grown in the city
- [Ghana's ex-finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta detained by US immigration authorities](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghanas-ex-finance-minister-ken-ofori-atta-detained-by-us-immigration-authorities/) - Ghana’s former finance minister Ken Ofori Atta has been detained by US authorities, his lawyer said late on Wednesday. Ofori-Atta, who is in the US for medical treatment, is wanted at home on suspicion of corruption. He was declared a fugitive last February and formally charged in November. He was detained over the status of
- [Runner-up in CAR's presidential election rejects provisional results, alleging widespread fraud](https://breakingafricanews.com/runner-up-in-cars-presidential-election-rejects-provisional-results-alleging-widespread-fraud/) - The runner-up in Central African Republic 's presidential election rejected the provisional results on Wednesday and alleged widespread fraud. Anicet Georges Dologuélé claimed that Sunday's election data had been manipulated by the National Elections Authority. "We all know that more than half of the results have not been taken into account," Dologuélé said. "All the
- [Global aircraft parts shortage grounds African airlines [Business Africa]](https://breakingafricanews.com/global-aircraft-parts-shortage-grounds-african-airlines-business-africa/) - African airlines are grappling with delays and cancellations as a global shortage of aircraft spare parts grounds planes worldwide. Smaller operators such as Uganda Airlines, Kenya Airways, Air Senegal and RwandAir have been the hardest-hit, with each airline ending the year with at least one aircraft grounded. The crisis is expected to cost the aviation
- [Trump orders US withdrawal from 66 international organisations under ‘America First’ policy](https://breakingafricanews.com/trump-orders-us-withdrawal-from-66-international-organisations-under-america-first-policy/) - U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered the United States to withdraw from 66 international organisations, saying they no longer serve American interests. In a memorandum signed on Wednesday, the White House said the move aligns with Trump’s “America First” agenda. The list includes 31 United Nations bodies and 35 non-UN organisations, many of them focused
- [Protests erupt in Minneapolis after ICE officer kills woman during immigration crackdown](https://breakingafricanews.com/protests-erupt-in-minneapolis-after-ice-officer-kills-woman-during-immigration-crackdown/) - Crowds gathered in Minneapolis on Wednesday to protest and hold a vigil for a woman killed during the Trump administration’s latest immigration crackdown, as anger mounted over the use of force by federal officers. The 37-year-old woman was shot in the head by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer during an operation in a snowy
- [Somalia: U.S. Conducts Airstrikes On Isis in Northeastern Somalia](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-u-s-conducts-airstrikes-on-isis-in-northeastern-somalia-2/) - Bosaso — The United States military said it carried out a series of airstrikes targeting the Islamic State group in Somalia in coordination with the federal government between January 1 and 3. The strikes, conducted by the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), hit ISIS positions near the Calmiskaad Mountains, approximately 70 kilometres southeast of Bosaso in
- [Sudan: Drone Strike Kills 10 in El Obeid As Sudan's War Escalates Across Darfur and Kordofan](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-drone-strike-kills-10-in-el-obeid-as-sudans-war-escalates-across-darfur-and-kordofan/) - At least 10 civilians were killed in North Kordofan's capital of El Obeid on Monday evening when a paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) drone struck a residential area, hitting a family home and killing nine members of the same family, including women and children, according to eyewitnesses. Several neighbours were also wounded. Radio Dabanga was
- [Uganda: A Senseless Election](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-a-senseless-election/) - Museveni's efforts to ensure an electoral victory will almost certainly be successful, but will only exacerbate simmering resentment. Uganda's upcoming January 15 election raises urgent questions about just what the whole process is intended to accomplish. Is an election an opportunity for citizens to express their preferences and hold incumbents accountable, or is it an
- [Ethiopia: 22 Migrants Killed, 65 Injured in Lorry Crash in Ethiopia](https://breakingafricanews.com/ethiopia-22-migrants-killed-65-injured-in-lorry-crash-in-ethiopia/) - At least 22 migrants have been killed and 65 others injured after a lorry they were travelling in overturned in Ethiopia's north-eastern Afar region, authorities have confirmed. According to a senior Afar regional official, Mohammed Ali Biedo, about 85 Ethiopian migrants were on board the lorry at the time of the accident, which occurred in
- [Central African Republic President Touadera Wins Re-Election, Results Show](https://breakingafricanews.com/central-african-republic-president-touadera-wins-re-election-results-show-2/) - Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadera has won a third term in office, securing an outright majority in the presidential election held on 28 December, provisional results from the electoral commission showed on Monday night. Faustin-Archange Touadéra was declared the winner with 76.15 percent of the vote in the first round by the National Elections
- [Southern Africa: A pragmatic reset to unlock South Africa–Taiwan tech cooperation](https://breakingafricanews.com/southern-africa-a-pragmatic-reset-to-unlock-south-africa-taiwan-tech-cooperation/) - In an era when artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing are reshaping the world as we know it, Taiwan has become one of the world's most consequential technology junctions. That status is not built on branding, but on the hard mechanics of the modern digital economy: advanced semiconductors, high performance computing, server manufacturing, and the engineering
- [Mozambique: Society Claims Police Killed 38 in Mogovolas](https://breakingafricanews.com/mozambique-society-claims-police-killed-38-in-mogovolas/) - Maputo — The civil society organisation Koxukhoro, based in the northern Mozambican city of Nampula, claims that 38 people have died in clashes between artisanal miners and the police in the district of Mogovolas, and a further 13 people have been injured. This is radically different from the version of events given by the police
- [Africa: The Africa Blind Spot - the U.S. National Security Strategy and the Risks of Retreat](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-the-africa-blind-spot-the-u-s-national-security-strategy-and-the-risks-of-retreat/) - On November 5, the Trump administration unveiled the new National Security Strategy (NSS) for the United States. Since the passage of the Goldwater-Nichols Act in 1986, presidents have been required by Congress to provide an NSS. Waiting for this strategic guidance has become a routine across parts of the US government, and the document's release
- [South Sudan: Abusive 'Anti-Gang' Crackdown](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-sudan-abusive-anti-gang-crackdown/) - Mass Arbitrary Arrests; Ill-Treatment; Rape; Forced Conscription, Including Boys South Sudan's security forces, since late June 2025, have conducted sweeping arbitrary arrests of boys, young men, and women under the guise of a crackdown on criminals. Many were held for up to a week without charge and often released only after their families paid bribes.
- [Africa: Online Abuse Is Real Violence - - and Africa's Women and Girls Are Paying the Price](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-online-abuse-is-real-violence-and-africas-women-and-girls-are-paying-the-price/) - - New estimates show that violence against women and girls remains one of the most pervasive human rights violations in the world - and that one of its fastest-growing frontiers is the digital space. Technology-facilitated gender-based violence includes online harassment, cyberstalking, image-based abuse, deepfake exploitation and coordinated digital attacks, and all of these are proliferating.
- [Nigeria: Federal Government Targets 95 Percent Digital Literacy By 2030](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-federal-government-targets-95-percent-digital-literacy-by-2030/) - The Federal Government has inaugurated a Joint Implementation Committee of the National Conference on Digital Literacy and Emerging Skills to drive the execution of resolutions and outcomes of the National Conference on Digital Literacy and youth empowerment in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda. While inaugurating the Committee in Abuja, the Secretary to the Government
- [Algeria/Congo-Kinshasa: Algeria's Fennecs Beat DR Congo to Set Up Q'final Clash With Nigeria](https://breakingafricanews.com/algeria-congo-kinshasa-algerias-fennecs-beat-dr-congo-to-set-up-qfinal-clash-with-nigeria/) - Algeria's Fennecs snatched a late 1-0 winner against DR Congo on Tuesday evening to set up a mouth-watery Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarterfinal clash with Nigeria's Super Eagles on Saturday in Marrakech, Morocco. Adil Boulbina's decisive goal, just a minute into extra time at the Stade Prince Moulay Hassan in Rabat on Tuesday, ensured
- [Algeria reach AFCON quarterfinal after dramatic win over DRC](https://breakingafricanews.com/algeria-reach-afcon-quarterfinal-after-dramatic-win-over-drc/) - Algeria qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal on Tuesday, after a suspenseful match that concluded with a 1-0 victory against the Democratic Republic of Congo in Rabat. The drama stretched well into overtime. Supporters of the Fennec Foxes held their breath for almost two hours until winger Adil Boulbina scored the goal that
- [South Africa's informal miners fight for their future in coal's twilight](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africas-informal-miners-fight-for-their-future-in-coals-twilight/) - Thousands of informal miners are working every day beneath South Africa’s coal heartland, swinging pickaxes against rock in pitch-black illegal coal mines. South Africa is among the world's top producers of coal, which fires about 80% of the country’s electricity. In the eastern Mpumalanga province, informal miners like Cyprial are the invisible hands of this
- [Venezuelan migrants in Peru sell T shirts of captured President Maduro](https://breakingafricanews.com/venezuelan-migrants-in-peru-sell-t-shirts-of-captured-president-maduro/) - Peru is home to a large Venezuelan community, and in Lima some migrants are finding simple ways to stay connected to events back home. At a street stall, Kely Peraza and Jeanelys Torres sell T shirts showing an image of President Nicolas Maduro portrayed as captured. For them, the designs are less about fashion than
- [Algeria, Côte d’Ivoire cap AFCON quarterfinal lineup [Football Now]](https://breakingafricanews.com/algeria-cote-divoire-cap-afcon-quarterfinal-lineup-football-now/) - The Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal lineup was finalized Tuesday with Algeria and defending champion Ivory Coast booking the last places. Algeria needed a brilliant strike from Adil Boulbina at the end of extra time to beat Congo 1-0, and Amad Diallo and Yan Diomande both scored and set up each other’s goals as Ivory
- [USA: New Orleans kicks off Carnival season with parades and more security](https://breakingafricanews.com/usa-new-orleans-kicks-off-carnival-season-with-parades-and-more-security/) - Police motorcycles led the way, followed by marching bands and colourful floats, as crowds gathered along the routes. January 6 is a turning point for the city, closing the Christmas period in many countries but signalling the start of weeks of Mardi Gras celebrations. This year’s opening came amid a strong security presence. Police officers
- [Ethiopia's Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas Eve in Addis Ababa](https://breakingafricanews.com/ethiopias-orthodox-christians-celebrate-christmas-eve-in-addis-ababa/) - Thousands of Orthodox Christians dressed in white celebrated Christmas Eve in Addis Ababa’s Meskel Square on Tuesday. The candlelight ceremony in Ethiopia’s capital was followed by an all-night church service, marking the end of 43 days of fasting. Ethiopian Orthodox Christians follow the Julian calendar, which runs 13 days later than the Gregorian calendar used
- [Guinea: Claude Pivi, ex-security chief convicted over 2009 stadium massacre, dies](https://breakingafricanews.com/guinea-claude-pivi-ex-security-chief-convicted-over-2009-stadium-massacre-dies-2/) - Guinea’s Claude Pivi, who was convicted of crimes against humanity for a 2009 stadium massacre, has died, authorities said on Tuesday. Pivi, also known as Coplan, was a former colonel and minister in charge of security under Guinea's then-dictator Moussa Dadis Camara. He died in custody in a Conakry hospital on Tuesday from complications related
- [Guinea: Claude Pivi, ex-security chief convicted over 2009 stadium massacre, dies](https://breakingafricanews.com/guinea-claude-pivi-ex-security-chief-convicted-over-2009-stadium-massacre-dies/) - Guinea’s Claude Pivi, who was convicted of crimes against humanity for a 2009 stadium massacre, has died, authorities said on Tuesday. Pivi, also known as Coplan, was a former colonel and minister in charge of security under Guinea's then-dictator Moussa Dadis Camara. He died in custody in a Conakry hospital on Tuesday from complications related
- [Egypt's Coptic Orthodox Christians attend Mass to celebrate Christmas Eve](https://breakingafricanews.com/egypts-coptic-orthodox-christians-attend-mass-to-celebrate-christmas-eve/) - Egypt's Coptic Orthodox Christians, who celebrate Christmas on January 7, flocked to churches on Tuesday night for Christmas Eve Mass. Worshippers in Cairo came to Archangel Michael church, where they prayed for world peace and economic stability. "We hope that the conflicts around us in the Arab region and globally pass and are solved in
- [Putin attends Orthodox Christmas service with soldiers](https://breakingafricanews.com/putin-attends-orthodox-christmas-service-with-soldiers/) - Russian President Vladimir Putin was present at the Church of St George the Victorious in Solnechnogorsk-2, where worshippers included serving soldiers and their families. Following the Julian calendar, Christmas in the Russian Orthodox Church falls on 7 January. After the service, Putin addressed those inside the church. He spoke of the Christ as a protector
- [Ugandan opposition facing 'brutal campaign of repression' ahead of Jan. 15 vote, Amnesty says](https://breakingafricanews.com/ugandan-opposition-facing-brutal-campaign-of-repression-ahead-of-jan-15-vote-amnesty-says/) - Amnesty International says Uganda's opposition is being subject to a "brutal campaign of repression" ahead of the country's general election on 15 January. The Ugandan presidential candidate known as Bobi Wine wears a flak jacket and helmet while campaigning to protect himself from gunfire. But the safety gear offers no protection from the stinging clouds
- [Brazil celebrates Three Kings Day with parade in Rio favelas](https://breakingafricanews.com/brazil-celebrates-three-kings-day-with-parade-in-rio-favelas/) - Members of the Bright Star of Bethlehem group paraded through Morro da Formiga, a favela in the Muda sub-district of Grande Tijuca, in Rio de Janeiro’s north zone. Dressed in colourful costumes, they moved to the steady beat of drums as residents watched from doorways and balconies. The parade is part of the Folia de
- [Africa: Oil Prices Fall After U.S. Captures Venezuelan Leader](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-oil-prices-fall-after-u-s-captures-venezuelan-leader/) - Abuja — Oil prices fell yesterday as adequate global supplies offset concerns about supply disruptions due to the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in an audacious raid over the weekend. Nigeria's benchmark, Brent crude futures, were down 50 cents, or 0.8 per cent, to $60.26 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI)
- [Africa: Nigeria Ranks 5th in Africa for English Proficiency](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-nigeria-ranks-5th-in-africa-for-english-proficiency/) - Nigeria has emerged as the fifth-best English-speaking country in Africa, according to the 2025 EF English Proficiency Index, cited by reporters on EF's website on Monday. The report, compiled by global education leader EF, assessed English skills across 123 countries and regions, using data from 2.2 million test-takers. For the first time, this year's edition
- [West Africa: Ecowas Condemns U.S. Capture of Venezuelan President](https://breakingafricanews.com/west-africa-ecowas-condemns-u-s-capture-of-venezuelan-president/) - Monrovia — The Economic Community of West African States has issued a strong diplomatic condemnation following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by United States forces, an unprecedented operation that has divided global opinion and sparked widespread concern over sovereignty, international law, and the limits of executive power. In a statement, ECOWAS said it
- [Somalia: U.S. Conducts Airstrikes On Isis in Northeastern Somalia](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-u-s-conducts-airstrikes-on-isis-in-northeastern-somalia/) - Bosaso — The United States military said it carried out a series of airstrikes targeting the Islamic State group in Somalia in coordination with the federal government between January 1 and 3. The strikes, conducted by the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), hit ISIS positions near the Calmiskaad Mountains, approximately 70 kilometres southeast of Bosaso in
- [Central African Republic President Touadera Wins Re-Election, Results Show](https://breakingafricanews.com/central-african-republic-president-touadera-wins-re-election-results-show/) - Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadera has won a third term in office, securing an outright majority in the presidential election held on 28 December, provisional results from the electoral commission showed on Monday night. Faustin-Archange Touadéra was declared the winner with 76.15 percent of the vote in the first round by the National Elections
- [Tunisia sack head coach Sami Trabelsi after crashing out of AFCON in Round of 16](https://breakingafricanews.com/tunisia-sack-head-coach-sami-trabelsi-after-crashing-out-of-afcon-in-round-of-16/) - Tunisia have sacked their head coach Sami Trabelsi after the nation failed to advance beyond the Round of 16 stage at the Africa Cup of Nations. The team was knocked out of the tournament in a penalties loss to Mali on Saturday, despite Mali being one man down. The result came after Tunisia finished second
- [UNICEF warns of alarming rise in sexual violence against children in Eastern DRC](https://breakingafricanews.com/unicef-warns-of-alarming-rise-in-sexual-violence-against-children-in-eastern-drc/) - UNICEF is warning that sexual violence against children has reached alarming levels at the Rhoo displacement camp in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, as prolonged conflict and insecurity continue to devastate civilian life. The UN agency says three decades of fighting in the region, most recently marked by territorial gains by the Rwanda-backed M23 armed
- [Africa Cup of Nations: Algeria gears up to face DRC](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-cup-of-nations-algeria-gears-up-to-face-drc/) - As Algeria gears up for a high-stakes Round of 16 encounter against the Democratic Republic of Congo in the Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday, the team's captain says he is taking a disciplined approach. Riyad Mahrez acknowledged the skill of DR Congo, referring to them as a dangerous opponent that requires Algeria to "step
- [Cape Town celebrates culture at annual Minstrels’ Parade](https://breakingafricanews.com/cape-town-celebrates-culture-at-annual-minstrels-parade/) - One by one, troupes of thousands of minstrels filled the streets of Cape Town on Monday, marching, dancing, and dazzling crowds with bright satin costumes during the city’s annual Minstrels’ Parade. Thousands of festival-goers lined the roads, cheering as music and rhythm transformed the city into a vibrant celebration of colour and tradition. Organisers say
- [US expands $15,000 visa bond rule to more countries](https://breakingafricanews.com/us-expands-15000-visa-bond-rule-to-more-countries/) - The Trump administration has added seven countries, including five in Africa, to the list of nations whose passport holders are required to post bonds of up to $15,000 to apply to enter the United States. Thirteen countries, all but two of them in Africa, are now on the list, which makes the process of obtaining
- [Central African Republic President Touadéra wins third term: provisional results](https://breakingafricanews.com/central-african-republic-president-touadera-wins-third-term-provisional-results/) - Central African Republic President Faustin Archange Touadéra has won a third term in last month's presidential election, according to the National Electoral Authority. Provisional results released late Monday credit him with 76.15% of votes. Touadéra was first elected to the presidency in 2016 and re-elected in 2020. A constitutional referendum in 2023 removed term limits
- [Powerful 6.2 earthquake hits Japan's Shimane Prefecture](https://breakingafricanews.com/powerful-6-2-earthquake-hits-japans-shimane-prefecture/) - Japan was shaken by a strong earthquake on Tuesday morning, though authorities quickly ruled out any tsunami risk. The Japan Meteorological Agency said the magnitude 6.2 quake struck eastern Shimane Prefecture on Honshu island's western side. In parts of Shimane and neighbouring Tottori, the tremor reached upper 5 on the country’s seismic intensity scale, strong
- [Egypt reach AFCON quarterfinal after 3-1 win against Benin](https://breakingafricanews.com/egypt-reach-afcon-quarterfinal-after-3-1-win-against-benin/) - Egypt has qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal after its 3-1 victory against Benin on Monday night in Agadir. A goal from Mohamed Salah in extra time sealed the match for the Pharaohs. Despite being the clear favourites, Egyptian players had to dig deep to achieve this win. “Before the game, I said
- [Thousands celebrate Madrid's 2026 Three Kings Parade](https://breakingafricanews.com/thousands-celebrate-madrids-2026-three-kings-parade/) - Across the country, cities and towns organise parades known as "cabalgatas de Reyes Magos" to welcome Caspar, Balthazar and Melchior, the Three Wise Men. In Madrid, the 2026 Three Kings Parade took place under the theme Shared Knowledge, linking the biblical story to learning passed down through schools, homes and daily life. Around 2,100 people
- [Salah shines for Egypt and Nigeria beat Mozambique to advance [Football Now]](https://breakingafricanews.com/salah-shines-for-egypt-and-nigeria-beat-mozambique-to-advance-football-now/) - Mohamed Salah scored with the last kick in extra time to seal's Egypt's 3-1 win over Benin in the Africa Cup of Nations last 16, and Nigeria enjoyed a 4-0 rout of Mozambique on Monday. Egypt had to dig deep after being surprisingly held to 1-1 in normal time after Benin's Jodel Dossou pounced on
- [AFCON four-year cycle change sparks coach backlash](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-four-year-cycle-change-sparks-coach-backlash/) - The decision to move the Africa Cup of Nations to a four-year cycle instead of every two years has not been well-received by coaches at the tournament. CAF president Patrice Motsepe surprised many observers on December 20 by announcing that the competition, traditionally held every two years, will switch from 2028 to a schedule aligned
- [Patrice Lumumba lookalike goes viral supporting DR Congo at AFCON 2025](https://breakingafricanews.com/patrice-lumumba-lookalike-goes-viral-supporting-dr-congo-at-afcon-2025/) - Congolese supporter Michel Nkuka Mboladinga has become a social media star by posing like a statue of the country’s assassinated independence hero, Patrice Lumumba, during matches at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Nicknamed “Lumumba Vea” because of his striking resemblance to the late leader, the always sharply dressed fan raises his right arm and
- [Protests erupt in La Paz over Bolivia's fuel subsidy cuts](https://breakingafricanews.com/protests-erupt-in-la-paz-over-bolivias-fuel-subsidy-cuts/) - Thousands of workers entered the city after a three day march against fuel subsidy cuts. The protest targets a decree adopted in December by President Rodrigo Paz, ending long standing support for petrol and diesel. Prices quickly doubled, pushing up transport and food costs. Many marchers fear higher inflation in a country already facing its
- [Tunisia frees humanitarian workers after 20 months in prison](https://breakingafricanews.com/tunisia-frees-humanitarian-workers-after-20-months-in-prison/) - In Tunisia, humanitarian workers who were on trial for helping migrants were released overnight from Monday to Tuesday, according to the support committee of one of the detainees. Six workers from the Tunisian branch of the French NGO Terre d’Asile were being tried for allegedly “facilitating the illegal entry and residence” of migrants. Their lawyers
- [Uganda denies plans for election internet shutdown](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-denies-plans-for-election-internet-shutdown/) - Uganda has denied plans to shut down internet access during next week’s elections, dismissing reports of a possible blackout as unfounded. Concerns were raised by the main opposition candidate, Robert Kyagulanyi , widely known as Bobi Wine, who last week repeated claims that the government intended to block the internet to disrupt mobilisation and the
- [Trial of 45 people charged in connection with Kafolo terrorist attack resumes in Cote d'Ivoire](https://breakingafricanews.com/trial-of-45-people-charged-in-connection-with-kafolo-terrorist-attack-resumes-in-cote-divoire/) - The trial of 45 people charged in connection with a 2020 attack on a military checkpoint resumed in Cote d’Ivoire’s Anti-Terrorism Court on Monday. The defendants are accused of participating in or assisting the attack that killed 14 soldiers at Kafolo, on the border with Burkina Faso. They include the alleged leader of the unit
- [Cuba faces uncertain future after US topples Venezuelan leader Maduro](https://breakingafricanews.com/cuba-faces-uncertain-future-after-us-topples-venezuelan-leader-maduro/) - Cuba faces uncertainty over its future after the United States abducted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro last weekend. Cuban officials lowered flags in the early hours of Monday to mourn 32 security officers they say were killed in the US strike on Venezuela, the island nation's closest ally. The US administration of President Donald Trump has
- [CAR's President Touadéra wins third-term in office, provisional results show](https://breakingafricanews.com/cars-president-touadera-wins-third-term-in-office-provisional-results-show/) - Central African Republic’s President Faustin-Archange Touadéra has been re-elected to a third term, according to provisional results. Touadéra won more than 76 percent of the vote, the electoral authority said, while his opponent Anicet-Georges Dologuele came second with 15 percent. Henri-Marie Dondra was third with three percent. Touadéra ran on a platform of steadying the
- [Russian strike hits Kyiv clinic, kills 1 and injures 3](https://breakingafricanews.com/russian-strike-hits-kyiv-clinic-kills-1-and-injures-3/) - Footage shared by rescuers showed fire damage inside the facility and patients being taken to safety from an inpatient ward. Emergency services said around 25 people were evacuated, with some patients transferred to other hospitals. Elsewhere in the Kyiv region, a separate strike killed a 70 year old man in the town of Fastiv. President
- [Israeli air strikes hit Lebanon with damage in the south and east](https://breakingafricanews.com/israeli-air-strikes-hit-lebanon-with-damage-in-the-south-and-east/) - In Sidon, Lebanon’s third-largest city, a strike around 1 a.m. flattened an unoccupied three-storey commercial building in a coastal district of workshops and garages. Rescue teams searched the rubble and at least one person was taken away by ambulance, though no deaths were confirmed. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the strikes, saying they undermined efforts
- [Northern Nigeria's Kannywood film industry navigates between censorship and modernity](https://breakingafricanews.com/northern-nigerias-kannywood-film-industry-navigates-between-censorship-and-modernity/) - Long overshadowed by south Nigeria's Nollywood, filmmakers in the north of Africa's cinema powerhouse are pushing the boundaries of censorship in search of international recognition. The Kannywood cinema industry, named after Nigeria’s northern Kano state, produces about 200 films a month. Young Kannywood creatives hope to expand their audience beyond Nigeria’s borders. "Kannywood is aspiring
- [Nigeria: Tinubu Condemns Terrorist Attack in Niger, Orders Security Chiefs to Apprehend Perpetrators](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-tinubu-condemns-terrorist-attack-in-niger-orders-security-chiefs-to-apprehend-perpetrators/) - Over 30 people were killed by the terrorists during the Saturday attack on the Niger community. President Bola Tinubu has condemned the fatal attack on the Kasuwan Daji community in Niger State. The president also ordered security chiefs to hunt down the attackers and ensure the kidnapped residents are freed. PREMIUM TIMES reported that the
- [Nigeria: 25 Dead, 14 Missing in Yobe Boat Mishap](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-25-dead-14-missing-in-yobe-boat-mishap/) - No fewer than 25 persons died while 14 others are still missing after a boat capsized along the Yobe River in Garbi town, Nguru Local Government Area of the state. Dr Mohammad Goje, Executive Secretary, Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (YOSEMA), disclosed this in a statement in Damaturu on Sunday. He said the incident occurred
- [Sudan Armed Forces Accused of Killing 64 Civilians As North Darfur Hospital and Market Bombed](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-armed-forces-accused-of-killing-64-civilians-as-north-darfur-hospital-and-market-bombed/) - The Rapid Support Forces (RSF), in a statement seen by Radio Dabanga, said the attack completely destroyed Al-Zarq Hospital, the only medical facility providing healthcare to thousands of residents. They explained that the same drone targeted the market in the Ghurair area, killing dozens of civilians, including women and children - the number of victims
- [Nigeria: The U.S. Hawk Swoops On Maduro, Eyes Oil As Ransom](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-the-u-s-hawk-swoops-on-maduro-eyes-oil-as-ransom/) - What the world has had is a mass outpour of condemnation for the abductions, especially by Caribbean and Latin American countries. The best option for all is for the US to return Maduro and his wife with apologies and pay compensation for the lives taken and damages caused. But peace is not in the DNA
- [Uganda: Unnecessary Detentions, Prison Trauma, and the Persecution of Sarah Bireete](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-unnecessary-detentions-prison-trauma-and-the-persecution-of-sarah-bireete/) - In a constitutional democracy committed to free and fair elections, transparency around voter data should not provoke panic unless the State fears scrutiny. Sarah Bireete’s arrest is not about data protection; it is a classic case of political persecution masquerading as law enforcement. On Tuesday, December 30, 2025, the Uganda Police Force arrested and detained
- [Kenya: Ad1101 - Kenyans Strongly Support Media's Oversight Role, Say It Should Operate Free of Censorship](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-ad1101-kenyans-strongly-support-medias-oversight-role-say-it-should-operate-free-of-censorship/) - Perceptions of press freedom have declined since 2019. Key findings More than three-quarters (77%) of Kenyans say the media should "constantly investigate and report on government mistakes and corruption." A comparably large proportion (72%) support media freedom, though 26% think the government should have the right to prevent the publication of content it disapproves of.
- [Morocco/Cameroon: Diaz Fires Afcon 2025 Hosts Morocco to Face Cameroon in Q'finals](https://breakingafricanews.com/morocco-cameroon-diaz-fires-afcon-2025-hosts-morocco-to-face-cameroon-in-qfinals/) - Returning captain Achraf Hakimi set up Brahim Diaz's winner as host nation Morocco reached the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-finals by seeing off a stubborn Tanzania side in Rabat on Sunday evening. Morocco's Atlas Lions are to play Cameroon in the quarterfinals on Friday. Starting his first match for more than two months
- [Africa: Cameroon Edge Past South Africa to Reach Afcon Quarterfinals](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-cameroon-edge-past-south-africa-to-reach-afcon-quarterfinals/) - In a thrilling Round of 16 showdown at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Sunday night, Cameroon triumphed over South Africa with a 2-1 victory, securing their spot in the quarterfinals. Cameroon struck first in the 34th minute when Junior Tchamadeu capitalised on a corner, sending a powerful right-footed shot into the
- [South Africa/Morocco: Bafana Bafana Eliminated From Afcon After Falling to Cameroon in Rabat](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-morocco-bafana-bafana-eliminated-from-afcon-after-falling-to-cameroon-in-rabat/) - Bafana Bafana's hope of winning a second Africa Cup of Nations title was dashed after they fell to a 2-1 defeat to Cameroon in the round of 16 in the 2025 edition of the continental competition. Bafana Bafana squeezed their way through the group stages of the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) group stages. But
- [Nigeria: FG Pledges Electricity Supply Improvement in 2026, Pleads for Patience](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-fg-pledges-electricity-supply-improvement-in-2026-pleads-for-patience/) - Abuja — Urges Nigerians to protect power infrastructure The Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, at the weekend assured Nigerians that 2026 will be dedicated to consolidating gains made in the power sector in 2025 and delivering more reliable, accessible, and sustainable electricity nationwide. The minister gave this assurance in his New Year message to
- [Nigeria: Shareholders Commend Dangote's Transformational Impact On Nigeria's Economy](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-shareholders-commend-dangotes-transformational-impact-on-nigerias-economy/) - Shareholders have said the commitment of President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote to investing in Nigeria has a transformational impact on the Nigerian economy with visible positive multipliers on the lives of average Nigerians. In a review at the weekend, shareholders said Dangote's business trajectory from the outset to the current state as one of
- [Nigeria: ...N14m Per Goal Motivation for Super Eagles to Reach Q'finals](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-n14m-per-goal-motivation-for-super-eagles-to-reach-qfinals/) - Nigeria's Super Eagles have been promised a $10,000 (approximately ₦14 million) bonus for every goal scored in their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Round of 16 encounter against Mozambique today. According to BSNSports, the incentive, provided by a Nigerian business mogul and team partner, applies to Monday's knockout fixture at the Fez Stadium in Morocco.
- [Nigeria: New Year Bloodshed in Niger State - 42 Killed in Deadly Terror Attacks](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-new-year-bloodshed-in-niger-state-42-killed-in-deadly-terror-attacks/) - - Bandits have again stormed a community in Niger State during which no fewer than 42 persons, including children were said to have been killed while scores were also said to have been abducted. The incident, which occurred in Agwara and Borgu Local Government Areas of the state, came less than one month after over
- [Nigeria: AJ Posts Update for First Time Since Fatal Car Crash](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-aj-posts-update-for-first-time-since-fatal-car-crash/) - Anthony Joshua has posted on social media for the first time since he was injured in a car crash that killed two of his close friends in Nigeria. The British boxer, 36, was a passenger in a Lexus SUV that collided with a stationary truck on a major expressway near Lagos. His close friends and
- [Nigeria: Tinubu Orders Manhunt As Terrorists Kill 42 in Niger](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-tinubu-orders-manhunt-as-terrorists-kill-42-in-niger/) - President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Minister of Defence, Gen Christopher Musa (rtd), the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, the Service Chiefs, the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, and the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mr Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi, to track down and apprehend the perpetrators of the
- [Nigeria: NDLEA Detains 22 Indians Over Ship Laden With Cocaine](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-ndlea-detains-22-indians-over-ship-laden-with-cocaine/) - Following the seizure of 31.5 kilograms of cocaine aboard a merchant vessel, MV Aruna Hulya, by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, at the GDNL Terminal, Apapa Port, Lagos, on Friday, January 2, 2026, the agency has taken into custody 22 Indian crew members of the ship. In a statement by Director,
- [AFCON: Seven-time champion Egypt to face Benin for quarterfinal spot](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-seven-time-champion-egypt-to-face-benin-for-quarterfinal-spot/) - Egypt will face Benin on Monday evening in Agadir for a spot in the quarterfinal of the Africa Cup of Nations. The Egyptian team came out on top of Group B and are favourites to defeat Benin, who are appearing at this stage of the competition for only the second time in their history after
- [Nigeria: Death toll rises to 50 in Niger state market attack](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-death-toll-rises-to-50-in-niger-state-market-attack/) - The death toll from an armed attack on a market in Nigeria’s Niger state has risen to 50, according to local reports. Gunmen stormed the Kasuwan Daji market in Demo village on Saturday. They opened fire on residents, abducted several people and looted food supplies. A mass funeral was held for the victims while the
- [Cameroon edge South Africa, to face Morocco next [Football Now]](https://breakingafricanews.com/cameroon-edge-south-africa-to-face-morocco-next-football-now/) - Brahim Díaz kept Morocco's Africa Cup of Nations title hopes on track while five-time winner Cameroon beat South Africa 2-1 for a showdown with the host nation in the quarterfinals. Díaz sent Morocco through with a 1-0 win over Tanzania on Sunday before Cameroon held on to beat South Africa for the first time since
- [Venezuelan diaspora rallies in Madrid backing the opposition](https://breakingafricanews.com/venezuelan-diaspora-rallies-in-madrid-backing-the-opposition/) - Spain was the setting again on Sunday for protests by the Venezuelan diaspora, with hundreds gathering in central Madrid for a second day. Demonstrators expressed support for the US operation targeting President Nicolás Maduro and backed Venezuela’s opposition leaders. The mood was calmer than the night before, with flags filling the square as people sang
- [26 dead and 14 missing after boat capsizes in northeastern Nigeria](https://breakingafricanews.com/26-dead-and-14-missing-after-boat-capsizes-in-northeastern-nigeria/) - At least 26 people drowned and 14 others are missing after a boat carrying farmers and fishermen capsized in northeastern Nigeria, the emergency services said Sunday. The incident happened late Saturday, when a rudimentary passenger boat going from Jigawa State to Yobe State capsized, Mohammed Goje, executive director of the State Emergency Management Agency in
- [Guinea Supreme Court confirms Doumbouya's presidential election victory](https://breakingafricanews.com/guinea-supreme-court-confirms-doumbouyas-presidential-election-victory/) - Guinea's Supreme Court on Sunday validated an overwhelming presidential election victory for junta chief Mamady Doumbouya, crediting him with 86.72% of votes. This confirms provisional results announced earlier last week, following the December 28 election that excluded opposition heavyweights from the ballot. The runner-up, Abdoulaye Yéro Baldé, won 6.59% of the vote, also unchanged from
- [Venezuela deals with aftermath of US strikes on Catia La Mar](https://breakingafricanews.com/venezuela-deals-with-aftermath-of-us-strikes-on-catia-la-mar/) - Venezuela is still dealing with the fallout from US strikes that hit the coastal town of Catia La Mar on January 3. Residents say the attacks struck a civilian apartment building and nearby port areas during the US operation targeting President Nicolás Maduro. Fires broke out, power was cut in parts of the town and
- [ECOWAS urges respect for Venezuela's independence after US operation](https://breakingafricanews.com/ecowas-urges-respect-for-venezuelas-independence-after-us-operation/) - The Economic Community of West African States has expressed concern over the situation in Venezuela, after the United States captured its president, Nicolás Maduro, and carried out military strikes on its capital Caracas. ECOWAS urged the international community to "respect the independence and territorial integrity" of Venezuela. The bloc also expressed support for the country’s
- [Driving instructors teach students how to survive Zimbabwe's deadly roads](https://breakingafricanews.com/driving-instructors-teach-students-how-to-survive-zimbabwes-deadly-roads/) - Zimbabwe has some of the deadliest roads in the world, with an average of five people killed in accidents every day. Now authorities are trying to take the problem in hand. When Tafara Muvhevhi, a Zimbabwean driving instructor, began work 16 years ago, his job was simple: teach the highway code and prepare learners to
- [Sudanese Leaders Call for an End to War On Independence Day](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudanese-leaders-call-for-an-end-to-war-on-independence-day/) - On the 70th anniversary of Sudan's independence, prominent political figures have issued statements calling for an end to the current conflict, describing the war not as an unavoidable fate, but as the consequence of systemic political failures and totalitarian rule. In a statement on January 1, titled, "Seventy years since Sudan's independence and the question
- [Kenya: KAA Says New Airport At JKIA Critical to Easing Congestion. Here Is Why](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-kaa-says-new-airport-at-jkia-critical-to-easing-congestion-here-is-why/) - Nairobi — The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) says the planned construction of a new, modern airport at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) will significantly ease congestion, expand capacity and position Kenya to meet growing regional and global air travel demand. KAA noted that JKIA handled about 8.6 million passengers in 2025, far above its design
- [Rwanda: 2025 Marked a Turning Point for the Capital Market](https://breakingafricanews.com/rwanda-2025-marked-a-turning-point-for-the-capital-market/) - Rwanda's capital markets witnessed significant reforms expected to attract more investors and boost the industry. Rwanda's capital market made notable progress in 2025 on the back of a raft of regulatory reforms and growing investor confidence with many players defining the year as a turning point for the industry. The Capital Market Authority (CMA) embarked
- [Somalia Says Senior Al-Shabaab Bomb Maker Killed in Air Strike](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-says-senior-al-shabaab-bomb-maker-killed-in-air-strike/) - Mogadishu — Somalia said on Thursday that a precision air strike carried out last month in the town of Jilib, in the Middle Juba region, killed two senior Al-Shabaab commanders, including the group's chief bomb maker who was wanted by the United States. In a statement, the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) said the
- [Malawi: Good Rainfall Patterns in Southern Region Raise Hopes for Better Yields](https://breakingafricanews.com/malawi-good-rainfall-patterns-in-southern-region-raise-hopes-for-better-yields/) - As the rainy season progresses and farmers intensify crop management activities, the Southern Region of Malawi is experiencing favourable rainfall patterns in line with agricultural recommendations, raising hopes for improved harvests. Most farmers in the region planted their crops between late November and early December. Maize, the dominant staple crop, is showing strong and healthy
- [Malawi: Vice President Jane Ansah Defies Her Boss Mutharika As Govt Fails to Explain UK Trip Funding](https://breakingafricanews.com/malawi-vice-president-jane-ansah-defies-her-boss-mutharika-as-govt-fails-to-explain-uk-trip-funding/) - Fresh confusion and open defiance have engulfed government following revelations that First Vice-President Jane Ansah may have proceeded with a private trip to the United Kingdom in direct contradiction of assurances given to President Peter Mutharika--leaving State House exposed, embarrassed and possibly misled. Yesterday, Ansah's office failed to confirm whether she honoured the President's directive
- [Ghana to Reduce Petrol Imports From Nigeria As Tema Refinery Restarts Operations](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-to-reduce-petrol-imports-from-nigeria-as-tema-refinery-restarts-operations/) - The volume of petrol required by Ghana from Nigeria may drop significantly as the country's state-owned 45,000 b/d Tema refinery has resumed operations after suffering being inoperative since April 2021. Nigeria's 650,000 b/d Dangote refinery was the biggest supplier this year, sending 27,000 b/d of oil products to Ghana. The restart will help ease the
- [South Africa: Wine Farmers Hopeful About 2026 Harvest After Good Weather](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-wine-farmers-hopeful-about-2026-harvest-after-good-weather/) - South Africa's wine industry is starting to feel hopeful about the 2026 harvest. According to News24 Business, early signs show wine producers expect a stable or slightly bigger harvest compared to last year. Agriculture expert Wandile Sihlobo says farmers are optimistic after vineyards avoided major weather problems. South Africa Wine, which represents wine and brandy
- [Retrenchment By Design - How 'Restructuring' Can Be Used to Weaken Unions in Zimbabwe](https://breakingafricanews.com/retrenchment-by-design-how-restructuring-can-be-used-to-weaken-unions-in-zimbabwe/) - When Zimbabwe's Supreme Court handed down Nyamande & Another v Zuva Petroleum (SC 43/15) in July 2015, it reaffirmed an employer's common-law right to terminate employment on notice, and the aftermath was immediate and bruising for workers. Within weeks, Zimbabwe's main labour federation said tens of thousands of jobs had been lost after companies moved
- [Nigeria: Govt Unveils 2026 Economic Growth Agenda, Set to Prioritise Jobs, Investments](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-govt-unveils-2026-economic-growth-agenda-set-to-prioritise-jobs-investments-2/) - The federal government yesterday outlined an expansive set of policies and priorities aimed at accelerating economic growth, creating jobs and mobilising large-scale investment in 2026, as Nigeria seeks to move to a new phase of expansion. The government stated that its strategy in 2026 would focus on strengthening stability, scaling output and attracting long-term domestic
- [7 Die, Scores Missing As Migrant Boat Capsizes Off the Gambia Coast](https://breakingafricanews.com/7-die-scores-missing-as-migrant-boat-capsizes-off-the-gambia-coast/) - At least seven people have been confirmed dead, while many others remained missing after a boat carrying about 200 migrants capsized off the coast of The Gambia, the government has said. In a statement issued on Thursday, The Gambian authorities said the incident occurred around midnight on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, near Jinack Village in
- [West Africa: Jihadist Conflict in Mali and Burkina Faso Creates Risk of Regime Collapse and More Chaos](https://breakingafricanews.com/west-africa-jihadist-conflict-in-mali-and-burkina-faso-creates-risk-of-regime-collapse-and-more-chaos/) - The respected Brussels-based think tank, the International Crisis Group, has identified three conflicts in Africa as among the 10 world-wide which – following a violence-wracked 2025 – are expected to continue and which should receive most attention in 2026. The ICG's list of "conflicts to watch" include those affecting Sudan, Mali and Burkina Faso, and
- [Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Returns to UN Security Council As Non-Permanent Member After 35 Years](https://breakingafricanews.com/congo-kinshasa-dr-congo-returns-to-un-security-council-as-non-permanent-member-after-35-years/) - The Democratic Republic of Congo returns to the United Nations Security Council as a non-permanent member for the 2026-2027 term for the first time in more than three decades, hoping to keep the armed crisis in its eastern provinces high on the council's agenda. A third of the non-permanent seats on the UN Security Council
- [Liberia: COP30 - a Turning Point Missed - - and a Line Drawn for Frontline Women Defenders](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-cop30-a-turning-point-missed-and-a-line-drawn-for-frontline-women-defenders/) - Monrovia — COP30 has come and gone in Belém, Brazil--another global climate summit marked by lofty promises and limited political courage. The declarations were bold, the speeches were polished, and the Global Mutirão package was presented as a breakthrough. But for the women who defend forests, land, and water with their bodies and their lives,
- [Sudan: President Trump Is Best-Placed to End Sudan War - By First Stopping UAE Weapons Exports](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-president-trump-is-best-placed-to-end-sudan-war-by-first-stopping-uae-weapons-exports/) - The respected Brussels-based think tank, the International Crisis Group, has identified three conflicts in Africa as among the 10 world-wide which – following a violence-wracked 2025 – are expected to continue and which should receive most attention in 2026. The ICG's list of "conflicts to watch" include those affecting Sudan, Ethiopia and Eritrea and Mali
- [East Africa: Brewing Crisis in Horn of Africa Could Trigger Regional Conflagration](https://breakingafricanews.com/east-africa-brewing-crisis-in-horn-of-africa-could-trigger-regional-conflagration/) - The respected Brussels-based think tank, the International Crisis Group, has identified three conflicts in Africa as among the 10 world-wide which – following a violence-wracked 2025 – are expected to continue and which should receive most attention in 2026. The ICG's list of "conflicts to watch" include those affecting Ethiopia and Eritrea, Mali and Burkina
- [New York City's new mayor Zohran Mamdani promises to govern 'audaciously' in inaugural address](https://breakingafricanews.com/new-york-citys-new-mayor-zohran-mamdani-promises-to-govern-audaciously-in-inaugural-address/) - Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City on Thursday, taking over one of the most unrelenting jobs in American politics with a promise to transform government on behalf of the city's striving, struggling working class. Mamdani, a Democrat, was sworn in at a decommissioned subway station below City Hall just after midnight, placing his
- [Venus Williams to return to Australian Open](https://breakingafricanews.com/venus-williams-to-return-to-australian-open/) - Five years after her last appearance at the Australian Open, Venus Williams is returning to the competition. Aged 45, Williams is to become the oldest woman to compete in an Australian Open main draw. The record had been held by Japan’s Kimiko Date, who was 44 when she lost in the first round at Melbourne
- [Israel's decision to suspend aid groups will have devastating impact on Gaza services, NGO says](https://breakingafricanews.com/israels-decision-to-suspend-aid-groups-will-have-devastating-impact-on-gaza-services-ngo-says/) - Israel's decision to suspend the licenses of over two dozen aid groups will have a devastating impact on their services in Gaza, the Norwegian Refugee Council, one of the suspended organisations, said on Wednesday. Shaina Low, a communication advisor for the NRC said the group will close its office in East Jerusalem and will no
- [Thousands flock to southern Nigeria for Calabar Carnival](https://breakingafricanews.com/thousands-flock-to-southern-nigeria-for-calabar-carnival/) - Vibrant outfits, music and dancing filled the streets of southern Nigeria, as thousands of revellers gathered for the Calabar Carnival. The festival is held every December in the capital of Cross River State, drawing around two million visitors from across the country and beyond. This edition featured participation from the ECOWAS community, as the festival’s
- [Sudan train before facing Senegal in Africa Cup of Nations](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-train-before-facing-senegal-in-africa-cup-of-nations/) - The day before facing Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations, Sudan geared up by training in Tangiers. The team secured their spot in the knockout stages as one of the best four third-place teams. They beat Equatorial Guinea in their second group E match, and had defeats against Algeria and Burkina Faso. The last
- [Four people trapped after Nairobi building collapses, rescue operations ongoing](https://breakingafricanews.com/four-people-trapped-after-nairobi-building-collapses-rescue-operations-ongoing/) - Rescue operations are ongoing in Nairobi, after the Friday collapse of a multi-storey building under construction left at least four people trapped, according to Kenyan authorities. The building was in an area of the capital known as South C, according to the Kenya Red Cross, which said in a statement that a multi-agency response team
- [Tunisia: Swimmers celebrate New Year with plunge in cold sea](https://breakingafricanews.com/tunisia-swimmers-celebrate-new-year-with-plunge-in-cold-sea/) - To kick off 2026, dozens of swimmers in Tunisia took part in the New Year's "Ghatssa," a sport traditionally practiced in coastal cities to celebrate the end of one year and the arrival of a new one. Tunisian sports and medical associations have made it a habit to organise this swim in the cold sea
- [A displaced grandmother and her grandson burn to death in Gaza tent fire](https://breakingafricanews.com/a-displaced-grandmother-and-her-grandson-burn-to-death-in-gaza-tent-fire/) - A grandmother and her 5-year-old grandson burned to death in a Gaza City displacement camp when their tent caught fire on Thursday night, according to the Palestinian Civil Defence in Gaza. Amal Abu al-Khair was one of hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians enduring cold winter weather in makeshift housing. Her son Muhammad was cooking
- [Israeli recognition of Somaliland is a 'calculated distraction,' Somali diplomat says](https://breakingafricanews.com/israeli-recognition-of-somaliland-is-a-calculated-distraction-somali-diplomat-says/) - Somalia’s ambassador to the United Nations, Abukar Dahir Osman, called Israel’s recognition of Somaliland a ‘calculated distraction' on Friday, as the country assumed the rotating presidency of the UN Security Council for the month. Speaking to reporters, the diplomat said the Israeli decision aimed at deflecting attention from its war in Gaza and its occupation
- [Nigeria: Worry in NBA As Lawyers Slam Spidel Election Annulment](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-worry-in-nba-as-lawyers-slam-spidel-election-annulment/) - Nigerian lawyers have raised concerns over the recent annulment of the Nigerian Bar Association's Section on Public Interest and Development Law, NBA-SPIDEL, electoral process, warning that the development could cast a shadow over preparations for the 2026 NBA general election. In a statement, the Egbe Amofin Oodua (Yoruba Lawyers' Forum) described the cancellation of the
- [Nigeria: Opposition Indispensable to Nigeria's Democracy - Delta PDP](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-opposition-indispensable-to-nigerias-democracy-delta-pdp/) - The Caretaker Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State, has said a strong and functional opposition is indispensable to Nigeria's democracy and the country cannot afford to degenerate into a one-party state. Prof. Sylvester Monye, State Chairman, Caretaker Committee, PDP, Delta State, in a heartfelt New Year greeting to the people of
- [Nigeria: How Party Crises, Electoral Commission, Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, Wike Will Shape 2026](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-how-party-crises-electoral-commission-tinubu-atiku-obi-wike-will-shape-2026/) - Prevailing upsets within opposition political parties, the ability or otherwise of the ruling party to manage its successes, and the conduct of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) would largely shape Nigeria's political space in 2026. Also, the actions and inactions of some key political figures, including President Bola Tinubu; former Vice President Atiku Abubakar;
- [Nigeria: Tax Resistance Driven By Rich Nigerians, Says Ex-Taxation Institute President](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-tax-resistance-driven-by-rich-nigerians-says-ex-taxation-institute-president/) - Former president of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN), Gladys Simplice, has urged Nigerians to embrace the new tax regime, blaming opposition to the reforms on wealthy individuals resisting higher tax compliance. Simplice told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday that the biggest challenge confronting the reforms was not the provisions
- [Central Bank of Egypt and Afreximbank Sign a Memorandum of Understanding for the Establishment of a Gold Bank Programme in Egypt](https://breakingafricanews.com/central-bank-of-egypt-and-afreximbank-sign-a-memorandum-of-understanding-for-the-establishment-of-a-gold-bank-programme-in-egypt/) - Cairo, Egypt, 30th December 2025 - The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) and African Export - Import Bank (Afreximbank) yesterday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the establishment of a pan African Gold Bank. This strategic initiative aims to formalise gold value chains, strengthen Central Bank reserves and reduce Africa's reliance on foreign refining
- [South Africa: Makhadzi Recovering in Hospital After Car Crash](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-makhadzi-recovering-in-hospital-after-car-crash/) - Award winning singer Makhadzi is recovering in hospital after a car accident. Her team shared a statement on Wednesday with news about what happened. They said the crash happened on the morning of 31 December while she was travelling from Limpopo to Johannesburg. The statement says Makhadzi is getting medical care and remains in hospital.
- [South Africa: Government Bosses Set for Pay Rise](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-government-bosses-set-for-pay-rise/) - Top politicians and senior government officials could soon get a pay rise. The Independent Commission for the Remuneration of Public Office Bearers says their salaries should go up by 4.1%. This covers the president, ministers, MPs, premiers, MECs, councillors, judges, magistrates and traditional leaders. The commission says inflation has dropped during the year. It was
- [Liberia: Boakai Calls for Unity, Restraint, and Shared Responsibility](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-boakai-calls-for-unity-restraint-and-shared-responsibility/) - As Liberia ushered in 2026, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. delivered a New Year message that was less ceremonial than it was strategic--an appeal carefully calibrated to address a nation still navigating political tension, social fragmentation, and high public expectations for reform-oriented leadership. Speaking "not only as your President, but as a compatriot," Boakai framed
- [Liberia: Liberty Party Unveils Strategic Vision for 2026 and Beyond](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-liberty-party-unveils-strategic-vision-for-2026-and-beyond/) - The Liberty Party (LP) has closed the year 2025 renewed, united, and strategically repositioned, with its National Chairperson, Representative Rugie Yatu Barry, declaring the Party firmly set on consolidation, expansion, and preparation for the 2029 general elections. In a comprehensive New Year message delivered on behalf of the Party's leadership, Barry extended warm greetings to
- [Nigeria: Govt Unveils 2026 Economic Growth Agenda, Set to Prioritise Jobs, Investments](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-govt-unveils-2026-economic-growth-agenda-set-to-prioritise-jobs-investments/) - The federal government yesterday outlined an expansive set of policies and priorities aimed at accelerating economic growth, creating jobs and mobilising large-scale investment in 2026, as Nigeria seeks to move to a new phase of expansion. The government stated that its strategy in 2026 would focus on strengthening stability, scaling output and attracting long-term domestic
- [Doumbouya supporters celebrate Guinea election win](https://breakingafricanews.com/doumbouya-supporters-celebrate-guinea-election-win/) - In Conakry, supporters of junta leader Mamadi Doumbouya expressed their joy after he was declared the winner of Guinea’s latest presidential election. The poll held on 28 December was the country’s first election since a 2021 coup. “My feelings are that I am happy. I know that Doumbouya won. He is our president. And the
- [Gambia: 7 Die, Scores Missing As Migrant Boat Capsizes Off the Gambia Coast](https://breakingafricanews.com/gambia-7-die-scores-missing-as-migrant-boat-capsizes-off-the-gambia-coast/) - At least seven people have been confirmed dead, while many others remained missing after a boat carrying about 200 migrants capsized off the coast of The Gambia, the government has said. In a statement issued on Thursday, The Gambian authorities said the incident occurred around midnight on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, near Jinack Village in
- [Surfers ring in New Year on Morocco’s Atlantic coast](https://breakingafricanews.com/surfers-ring-in-new-year-on-moroccos-atlantic-coast/) - To kick off 2026, some people chose to swap traditional New Year’s celebrations for the salty air of the ocean. In the popular seaside resort of Taghazout, on Morocco’s Atlantic coast, surfers did not hesitate to put on their wetsuits and grab their surfboards. The enthusiasts from Morocco and abroad gathered in the water from
- [Senegal to ramp up education, health and water investment in 2026](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegal-to-ramp-up-education-health-and-water-investment-in-2026/) - Senegalese president Bassirou Diomaye Faye announced on Wednesday an increase in public investments for 2026, with a focus on education, health and access to water among other areas. The head of state made promises in his traditional address to the nation delivered on New Year’s Eve. Education, health and water He said the country would
- [AFCON 2025 sets new standard as Morocco chase home glory](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-2025-sets-new-standard-as-morocco-chase-home-glory/) - Former Moroccan international Mustafa Haddaoui says the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 has begun at an exceptional level, both on and off the pitch, raising the bar for football on the continent. Haddaoui says the tournament atmosphere reflects the excitement felt by fans across Africa. He praised the strong start, noting the
- [Gerard Piqué explores Algiers as Kings League expands to Algeria](https://breakingafricanews.com/gerard-pique-explores-algiers-as-kings-league-expands-to-algeria/) - Former Barcelona and Spain defender Gerard Piqué has visited Algeria, touring historic landmarks in the capital Algiers alongside Algerian content creator and influencer Hachemi Sabi, widely known as HMI. The visit has sparked strong interest among football fans and social media users in the country. Piqué, who retired from professional football in 2022, is the
- [Lions, Eagles and more: AFCON 2025 teams and their nicknames](https://breakingafricanews.com/lions-eagles-and-more-afcon-2025-teams-and-their-nicknames/) - The Indomitable Lions, Bafana Bafana and the Super Eagles have all been competing at the 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations. Cameroon, South Africa and Nigeria are just three of the 24 teams taking part in the four-week tournament in Morocco. All have nicknames carried proudly by their supporters, though some have been
- [Survivors rescued by SOS Méditerranée mark New Year with hot meal](https://breakingafricanews.com/survivors-rescued-by-sos-mediterranee-mark-new-year-with-hot-meal/) - The rescue comes as SOS Méditerranée resumes operations with the Ocean Viking. In mid December 2025, the organisation announced it had completed repairs costing around 130,000 euros, along with upgrades to crew training and onboard safety procedures. The aim is to restore regular search and rescue patrols along one of the world’s deadliest migration routes.
- [Swiss authorities work to identify victims of deadly New Year's fire at Le Constellation](https://breakingafricanews.com/swiss-authorities-work-to-identify-victims-of-deadly-new-years-fire-at-le-constellation/) - he morning after the blaze, police and firefighters continued working behind tents and screens near the site of the Le Constellation bar, where a New Year’s celebration turned fatal. Around 40 people were killed and more than 115 injured when the fire broke out around 1.30 am in a packed venue. Emergency services mounted a
- [Japan's imperial family celebrates new year with traditional palace appearance](https://breakingafricanews.com/japans-imperial-family-celebrates-new-year-with-traditional-palace-appearance/) - On Friday, Emperor Naruhito appeared on the balcony with Empress Masako and other members of the imperial family, waving to thousands of people gathered below. Many held small flags and shouted "banzai" as the emperor wished them a happy new year. This year carried added meaning. Naruhito's nephew, Prince Hisahito, took part for the first
- [UK to analyse black box from Libya plane crash that killed army chief](https://breakingafricanews.com/uk-to-analyse-black-box-from-libya-plane-crash-that-killed-army-chief/) - Libya has confirmed that the United Kingdom will analyse the black box from a plane crash in Turkey last month that killed a senior Libyan military delegation, including army chief General Mohammed al-Haddad. Speaking at a press conference in Tripoli, Transport Minister Mohamed al-Chahoubi said Britain had been jointly accepted by Libya and Turkey to
- [Russian forces target Zaporizhzhia with air strikes, no casualties reported](https://breakingafricanews.com/russian-forces-target-zaporizhzhia-with-air-strikes-no-casualties-reported/) - The first attack took place late on Thursday, triggering three fires. A non residential building and two farm structures were damaged, while falling debris affected nearby homes, roads and parked cars. Emergency crews were seen working at the scene in the hours that followed. A second strike hit around 2 a.m. on Friday, setting a
- [Burkina Faso hails security gains and food self-sufficiency in 2025](https://breakingafricanews.com/burkina-faso-hails-security-gains-and-food-self-sufficiency-in-2025/) - Burkina Faso’s President, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, delivered a largely positive end-of-year address on December 31, highlighting major security improvements and the country’s achievement of food self-sufficiency, while laying out ambitious plans for 2026. In his traditional New Year’s message, Traoré emphasized the success of Operation Lalmassga (“Ice Wall”), which enabled the Burkinabe armed forces to
- [Morocco fans optimistic about AFCON win...but are wary of facing Egypt in the final](https://breakingafricanews.com/morocco-fans-optimistic-about-afcon-win-but-are-wary-of-facing-egypt-in-the-final/) - Morocco fans are starting to get excited about their team’s chances of winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. But they’re wary of facing Egypt in the final. The host nation topped Group A with seven points from two wins and a draw. But Egypt did the same in Group B. "My prediction for the
- [Nigeria: Ededuna Obaseki Family Lauds Oba Ewuare II On Leadership, Igue Festival](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-ededuna-obaseki-family-lauds-oba-ewuare-ii-on-leadership-igue-festival/) - BENIN CITY - THE descendants of Sir Ededuna Walter Obaseki yesterday lauded the sterling leadership qualities of His Majesty, Omo N'Oba N'Edo Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II, the Oba of Benin and his commitment to sustaining the age long customs and traditions of the Benin Kingdom. The family also celebrated with the Oba on the Igue
- [Nigeria: New Tax Laws Take Effect Tomorrow, Tinubu Insists](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-new-tax-laws-take-effect-tomorrow-tinubu-insists/) - Abuja — President Bola Tinubu has said that the new tax laws, including those that took effect on June 26, 2025, and the remaining acts scheduled to commence on January 1, 2026, will be implemented as planned. This came as the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, renewed its call for suspension of commencement date of the
- [Nigeria: Alleged Money Laundering - Malami, Son Docked, Remanded in Prison](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-alleged-money-laundering-malami-son-docked-remanded-in-prison/) - Abuja — ...Court slates Jan 2 to hear bail applications The immediate past Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Abubakar Malami, was yesterday, arraigned before the Federal High Court in Abuja on a 16-count money laundering charge. Equally docked by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), were Malami's son, Abdulaziz, and
- [Uganda: Bishop Bukomeko Warns State Agencies Against Abuse of Power Ahead of 2026 Elections](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-bishop-bukomeko-warns-state-agencies-against-abuse-of-power-ahead-of-2026-elections/) - As Uganda enters a tense pre-election period, the Bishop of Mityana Diocese, Rt. Rev. Dr. James Bukomeko Ssalongo, has cautioned government agencies against abusing the authority entrusted to them, warning that such actions could undermine public trust and fuel unrest. Bishop Bukomeko said the misuse of power, coupled with the introduction of new or unclear
- [Uganda: Fear Grips Masaka City Residents As Woman Found Murdered in Rented Room](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-fear-grips-masaka-city-residents-as-woman-found-murdered-in-rented-room/) - Residents of Kayirikitti Village in Nyendo Division, Masaka City, have been left in shock and fear following the murder of a woman whose body was discovered inside her rented room early Tuesday morning. The deceased has been identified as Janiffer Nanyondo, who police say was allegedly killed by unknown assailants during the night. According to
- [Uganda: Govt Launches Electricity Extension Project to Power Masaka Landing Sites](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-govt-launches-electricity-extension-project-to-power-masaka-landing-sites/) - Government has launched a major electricity extension project aimed at connecting previously underserved communities in Masaka District, with landing sites expected to be the primary beneficiaries. The project was officially launched by former Vice President Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi, who said access to electricity is critical for improving livelihoods, enhancing service delivery, and driving economic transformation.
- [Africa: AU Endorses Sudan Peace Initiative Presented to UN Security Council](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-au-endorses-sudan-peace-initiative-presented-to-un-security-council/) - Nairobi — The African Union has endorsed a peace initiative presented by Sudan's transitional authorities to the United Nations Security Council, amid a protracted and devastating war between rival military generals whose power struggle has torn the country apart since 2023. African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said the proposal offers a credible
- [Nigeria: 72 Million Decent Jobs for Nigeria - a Scientific Solution in Real Time](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-72-million-decent-jobs-for-nigeria-a-scientific-solution-in-real-time/) - At first glance, the proposition of 72 million decent jobs for Nigeria may seem implausible, even illusory. In a nation long burdened by unemployment and underemployment, such a figure might appear detached from reality. Yet, when examined through the lens of science rather than politics, it emerges not as aspiration, but as a law-governed certainty,
- [Somalia Reaffirms Support for Yemen's Unity, Backs Saudi Role](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-reaffirms-support-for-yemens-unity-backs-saudi-role/) - Mogadishu, Somalia — Somalia on Tuesday reaffirmed its support for Yemen's sovereignty and unity, rejecting any actions it said could undermine the country's constitutional legitimacy or national institutions. In a statement, the Federal Republic of Somalia said it stood firmly behind the internationally recognised government of Yemen and stressed the importance of a peaceful political
- [Nigeria: Jigawa's Almajiri Children Can No Longer Be Classified Out-of-School - Governor Namadi](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-jigawas-almajiri-children-can-no-longer-be-classified-out-of-school-governor-namadi/) - The governor stated that they are now receiving basic numeracy, literacy, and entrepreneurial training comparable to students in the conventional education sector. Governor Umar Namadi has declared that 'Almajiri' children in Jigawa State can no longer be classified as "out-of-school," stating that they now receive basic numeracy, literacy, and entrepreneurial training comparable to students in
- [Kenya: SHA Invites Overseas Healthcare Providers to Offer Specialized Treatments Under SHIF](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-sha-invites-overseas-healthcare-providers-to-offer-specialized-treatments-under-shif/) - Nairobi — The Social Health Authority (SHA) has opened the door for licensed overseas healthcare providers to deliver highly specialized medical treatments unavailable in Kenya. The onboarding of the facilities seeks to expand healthcare access for beneficiaries under the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) and the Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund (POMSF) for the 2025-2026
- [South Africa: Minister Meets With Family of Late SANDF Member](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-minister-meets-with-family-of-late-sandf-member/) - The Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Angie Motshekga, has met with the family of the late corporal T.J. Motsamai, who lost his life during a recent military operation. The Minister was accompanied on her visit on Tuesday by the SANDF Surgeon General, Chief of the South African Military Health Services, Lt Gen (Dr) Peter
- [South Africa: Mpumalanga Conducts Law Enforcement Operations](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-mpumalanga-conducts-law-enforcement-operations/) - The South African Police Service (SAPS), in collaboration with other law enforcers, continues to conduct operations aimed at preventing and combating crime in places of interest in Mpumalanga. Their efforts yielded significant results across Nkangala, Ehlanzeni and Gert Sibande Districts during an operation conducted between 26 and 29 December. "The results show our relentless determination
- [South Africa: Call to Remain Vigilant As SA Ushers in New Year](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-call-to-remain-vigilant-as-sa-ushers-in-new-year/) - The South African Police Service (SAPS) is urging men and women to be extra vigilant when going out to various places of entertainment as the country ushers in the New Year. The SAPS has picked up on a modus operandi that is being utilised by syndicates to rob mainly men of their belongings. "This festive
- [Guinea Junta Leader Declared Winner of Presidential Election](https://breakingafricanews.com/guinea-junta-leader-declared-winner-of-presidential-election/) - Mamdi Doumbouya secured almost 87% of the vote, while several opposition figures were either barred from contesting or were in exile. Doumbouya seized power after staging a coup in 2021. Guinea's military leader Mamdi Doumbouya was declared winner of the presidential election held over the weekend, provisional results showed Tuesday. Doumbouya, who seized power in
- [Dozens detained in Turkey as authorities intensify operations against IS](https://breakingafricanews.com/dozens-detained-in-turkey-as-authorities-intensify-operations-against-is/) - Dozens of people have been detained after Turkish police launched large-scale operations against the Islamic State (IS) terror group in Istanbul and Ankara, as authorities intensify efforts to prevent further attacks. The coordinated raids came a day after a deadly clash in the northwestern province of Yalova, where three police officers and six suspected IS
- [President of Somalia meets with Turkish counterpart](https://breakingafricanews.com/president-of-somalia-meets-with-turkish-counterpart/) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has held discussions with his Somali counterpart Hassan Sheikh Mohamud in Istanbul. The high-level meeting follows Israel's recognition of Somaliland last Friday. Somaliland declared independence from Somalia more than two decades ago, but it has failed to gain recognition from any United Nations member state. The two leaders kicked off
- [U.S. and Ivory Coast sign $487 million health agreement](https://breakingafricanews.com/u-s-and-ivory-coast-sign-487-million-health-agreement/) - Ivory Coast has signed a major bilateral health agreement with the United States aimed at strengthening the country’s health system and improving its capacity to prevent and respond to disease. The deal, valued $487 million, focuses on boosting disease detection systems and expanding health services to combat HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis. Ivorian Prime Minister Beugre
- [Somalis rally nationwide against Israel’s recognition of Somaliland](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalis-rally-nationwide-against-israels-recognition-of-somaliland/) - Tens of thousands of Somalis took to the streets across the country on Tuesday to protest Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, a self-declared breakaway region that Somalia considers part of its sovereign territory. Large crowds gathered in the capital Mogadishu at the national stadium, where religious leaders led rallies calling for unity and condemning the move
- [AFCON 2025: Nigeria perfect as knockout picture sharpens](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-2025-nigeria-perfect-as-knockout-picture-sharpens/) - The Africa Cup of Nations group stage moved closer to its conclusion as Groups C and D wrapped up decisive final matches, with qualification places and knockout pairings taking shape across Morocco. Already assured of top spot, Nigeria completed a flawless Group C campaign with a 3–1 win over Uganda in Fez. Despite resting key
- [Junta leader Doumbouya declared winner of Guinea's presidential election](https://breakingafricanews.com/junta-leader-doumbouya-declared-winner-of-guineas-presidential-election/) - Junta leader General Mamdi Doumbouya was declared the winner of Guinea’s presidential election according to incomplete results released late on Tuesday. The vote is the first presidential election since the coup that ousted President Alpha Condé in 2021 and is widely seen as a means of legitimising Doumbouya’s stay in power. Incomplete results announced on
- [Relatives of boxer Anthony Joshua express shock at car crash that killed two](https://breakingafricanews.com/relatives-of-boxer-anthony-joshua-express-shock-at-car-crash-that-killed-two/) - Residents of Anthony Joshua's hometown in Nigeria expressed shock on Tuesday at the car crash that injured the British boxer and killed two others. Ademamola Joshua, the uncle of Anthony Joshua's father, said that the news of the crash was "a great shock." "All the people are very close with him (Anthony Joshua) and he
- [AFCON 2025: Group F battles intensify as qualification beckons](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-2025-group-f-battles-intensify-as-qualification-beckons/) - The final round of Group F matches at the Africa Cup of Nations is shaping up to be decisive, with qualification, momentum and pride all at stake. Already assured of a place in the knockout stage, Côte d’Ivoire are targeting top spot when they face Gabon. After two demanding fixtures, including a hard-fought draw against
- [Sexual violence against children 'endemic, systemic and worsening' in DRC, says UNICEF](https://breakingafricanews.com/sexual-violence-against-children-endemic-systemic-and-worsening-in-drc-says-unicef/) - Sexual violence against children is endemic, systemic, and worsening across the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the United Nations children’s agency UNICEF said on Tuesday. Nationwide data compiled by protection and gender-based service providers indicates that, in the first nine months of 2025, there were more than 35,000 cases of sexual violence against children.
- [Putin calendars sell fast as Russians prepare for the new year](https://breakingafricanews.com/putin-calendars-sell-fast-as-russians-prepare-for-the-new-year/) - As Russia prepares to usher in the New Year, calendars featuring President Vladimir Putin have become a popular — and sometimes debated — seasonal item in Moscow bookstores. Shop workers say demand has been brisk. “Demand is very high,” said Yelizaveta Sokovykh, a bookstore employee in the Russian capital. “We had calendars with Vladimir Vladimirovich,
- [Kenya: Barber gains viral fame with unconventional techniques](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-barber-gains-viral-fame-with-unconventional-techniques/) - On a rural roadside in Kiambu, which is situated on the outskirts of Nairobi, Safari Martins, one of Kenya’s most renowned barbers, uses out of the ordinary techniques to cut hair. Among the tools on the walls of his makeshift salon are a shovel, wrench and agricultural shears. "I started as a barber back in
- [Nigeria: 'This Isn't Fate, It's Failure', AY Blames Govt for Road Accident Involving Anthony Joshua](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-this-isnt-fate-its-failure-ay-blames-govt-for-road-accident-involving-anthony-joshua/) - Popular Nigerian comedian and actor, Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY Comedian, has blamed leadership failure, poor infrastructure and weak road safety systems for the fatal road accident involving former heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, which claimed the lives of two of his friends. AY made the remarks in a lengthy post on his verified
- [Pankaj Oswal's Axis International Ltd Initiates USD 28.9 billion World Bank Arbitration Against the Republic of Guinea Following Illegal Revocation of Its Mining Permit](https://breakingafricanews.com/pankaj-oswals-axis-international-ltd-initiates-usd-28-9-billion-world-bank-arbitration-against-the-republic-of-guinea-following-illegal-revocation-of-its-mining-permit/) - Mining permit of Guinea’s second-largest bauxite producer unlawfully terminated. USD 28.9 billion claim based on Guinea – UAE Bilateral Investment Treaty and Guinea’s 1995 Investment Code. Damages are based on proven reserves, a rigorous valuation model and well-established principles of international and Guinean law. Arbitration claim is the third-largest investment treaty claim ever filed and
- [Malawi: Chimwendo Spends First Night At Maula Prison As Court Denies Freedom](https://breakingafricanews.com/malawi-chimwendo-spends-first-night-at-maula-prison-as-court-denies-freedom/) - Senior Malawi Congress Party (MCP) official Richard Chimwendo Banda has spent his first night at Maula Prison after a court ordered that he be remanded in custody pending a ruling on his bail application in a serious attempted murder case. Banda, the MCP's Secretary General, was taken to Maula Prison to await the court's decision,
- [Nigeria: Tax Reforms to Cut Airlines Operating Costs, Not Raise Fares - Oyedele](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-tax-reforms-to-cut-airlines-operating-costs-not-raise-fares-oyedele/) - The Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee has said the newly enacted tax laws will provide a stronger legal and policy framework to address long-standing tax challenges confronting Nigeria's aviation sector. The Committee headed by Mr Taiwo Oyedele, in a statement titled "The New Tax Laws Will Help, Not Hurt Airlines," explained that the
- [Ethiopia Expands Judicial Cooperation With China, Brazil and South Africa](https://breakingafricanews.com/ethiopia-expands-judicial-cooperation-with-china-brazil-and-south-africa/) - The Standing Committee on Legal and Justice Affairs of the House of Peoples' Representatives emphasized that the recent judicial agreements between Ethiopia and its strategic partners--China, Brazil, and South Africa, will serve as a cornerstone for strengthening bilateral relations and advancing the rule of law. During an explanatory session held to deliberate on four draft
- [South Africa: Alcohol Confiscations More Than Double in a Week](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-alcohol-confiscations-more-than-double-in-a-week/) - The City of Cape Town's law enforcement agencies have confiscated more than 4 500 litres of alcohol this December, with more than half of the confiscations happening in the last week. Officers also made 264 arrests and issued 52 520 fines for various transgressions. Between 1 and 21 December, the City's liquor pound took receipt
- [South Africa: Body Recovered in Komati River Suspected to Be Missing Soldier](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-body-recovered-in-komati-river-suspected-to-be-missing-soldier/) - The remains of a person suspected to be that of a missing South African National Defence Force (SANDF) member, who was swept away in a flooded river, have been recovered in the Komati River in Komatipoort on Monday. On Christmas Day, a military vehicle carrying two members of the SANDF Military Police was swept away
- [South Africa: Concern Over Israel's Recognition of Somaliland](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-concern-over-israels-recognition-of-somaliland/) - South Africa has noted with concern, the recent announcement by the State of Israel recognising Somaliland as an independent state. In a statement on Monday, the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation said the recognition constitutes a violation of the Federal Republic of Somalia's sovereignty and territorial integrity and is a direct threat to peace
- [Back Her Ambition, Build the Economy: Nigeria's Untapped Power.](https://breakingafricanews.com/back-her-ambition-build-the-economy-nigerias-untapped-power-2/) - Entrepreneurship is often thrown around as a trendy term. You'll hear it in boardrooms, classrooms, and policy discussions. Yet its true significance is that it drives innovation, creates jobs, and fuels economic growth. In every corner of Nigeria, entrepreneurs are turning ideas into realities, solving problems, and reshaping industries. “Because of my disability, I want
- [Kenya: MOD Opens Recruitment of Civilian Staff to Be Deployed At State House, Ulinzi House](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-mod-opens-recruitment-of-civilian-staff-to-be-deployed-at-state-house-ulinzi-house/) - Nairobi — The Ministry of Defence has opened recruitment for civilian staff, advertising more than 45 permanent and pensionable positions as part of efforts to strengthen operational support services across its facilities, including Ulinzi House, State Houses and other government lodges. In a recruitment notice issued under Ref. MOD 10/05 Vol. VIII, the ministry invited
- [South Africa: How a South African Studio Turned an Ancient Story Into a Modern, Animated, Record-Breaking Triumph](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-how-a-south-african-studio-turned-an-ancient-story-into-a-modern-animated-record-breaking-triumph/) - From South Africa to the world -- local filmmakers Phil Cunningham and Brent Dawes talk about bringing the Old Testament tale of David to the screen as an animated feature film. You don't get more David vs Goliath than an animated musical adventure made in South Africa opening against a sequel to the highest-grossing blockbuster
- [Liberia: Judge Willie to Make Critical Decisions in Capitol Arson Case On Friday](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-judge-willie-to-make-critical-decisions-in-capitol-arson-case-on-friday/) - The arson case involving former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Cllr Fonati Koffa and six other defendants, including three sitting lawmakers, was temporarily adjourned on Monday, due to a strange complaint for juror's misconduct. The juror misconduct allegations are raised by prosecution, specifically regarding a juror's request to replay a video recording and identify
- [Nigeria: As Senate Holds Public Hearing On Death Penalty for Kidnappers...](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-as-senate-holds-public-hearing-on-death-penalty-for-kidnappers/) - Inside Nigeria's Senate, grief, rage and fear are driving a hard choice, as lawmakers confront a chilling question from the Justice Sector and Rights groups wondering whether hanging kidnappers will save the nation, or haunt it. Sunday Aborisade reports. The mood inside the National Assembly penultimate week was unmistakably grim. Outside the chamber, Nigeria reeled
- [Nigeria: System Operator Says Power Supply Restored After Partial Grid Collapse](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-system-operator-says-power-supply-restored-after-partial-grid-collapse/) - The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has confirmed that the national grid suffered partial disturbances on Monday, following lingering effects from the vandalism of the Lagos-Escravos-Lagos gas pipeline on December 10. According to NISO, this incident tripped several generating units and critical 330kV transmission lines, causing widespread power disruptions across parts of the country. The
- [Somalia: UN Security Council Warns Israel's Somaliland Move Risks Regional Fallout](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-un-security-council-warns-israels-somaliland-move-risks-regional-fallout/) - New York — The United Nations Security Council on Monday warned that Israel's recognition of Somaliland could undermine Somalia's territorial integrity and destabilise the wider Horn of Africa, as all but one council member criticised the move during an emergency session. The meeting was convened after Israel became the first country to formally recognise Somaliland,
- [Sweden voices support for Mogadishu after Israel's recognition of Somaliland](https://breakingafricanews.com/sweden-voices-support-for-mogadishu-after-israels-recognition-of-somaliland/) - Sweden has come out in support of Somalia days after Israel became the first country in the world to recognise the breakaway region of Somaliland as an independent state. Posting on social media on Monday, the Swedish foreign ministry said it "upholds the principles of Somalia’s unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity," in line with the
- [Controversy grows in DRC over alleged tolerance of anti-Tutsi rhetoric](https://breakingafricanews.com/controversy-grows-in-drc-over-alleged-tolerance-of-anti-tutsi-rhetoric/) - Controversy is growing in the Democratic Republic of Congo over alleged government tolerance of anti-Tutsi rhetoric. President Félix Tshisekedi met on December 22nd with two Congolese expatriates from the United States, Jean-Claude Mubenga and Kalonji Kabamba wa Mulumba. Officials say the talks focused on national unity and sovereignty. But critics say the meeting sent the
- [More than 3,000 migrants die on route to Spain in 2025](https://breakingafricanews.com/more-than-3000-migrants-die-on-route-to-spain-in-2025/) - Fresh figures show more than 3,000 people died trying to reach Spain by sea over the past year, a sharp drop from the previous 12 months. But migrant rights groups warn the decline does not mean safer journeys. According to the NGO Caminando Fronteras, 3,090 people drowned between January and mid December 2025, including 192
- [Ivory Coast: Ruling party tightens grip on parliament](https://breakingafricanews.com/ivory-coast-ruling-party-tightens-grip-on-parliament/) - Ivory Coast’s ruling party has strengthened its hold on power, winning nearly three-quarters of seats in parliamentary elections held on Saturday, according to final results announced by the Independent Electoral Commission. The Rally of Houphouëtists for Democracy and Peace, the RHDP, secured 197 of the 255 seats, around 77 percent, expanding its majority just two
- [Nigeria aim for perfect group finish as Uganda chase AFCON survival](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-aim-for-perfect-group-finish-as-uganda-chase-afcon-survival/) - Nigeria are targeting a flawless Group C campaign at the Africa Cup of Nations when they face Uganda in their final group match on Tuesday, with the Super Eagles already assured of a place in the knockout stages. After opening the tournament with a 2–1 victory over Tanzania, Nigeria followed up with an impressive 3–2
- [AFCON 2025: Morocco cruise through as knockout picture takes shape (Football Now)](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-2025-morocco-cruise-through-as-knockout-picture-takes-shape-football-now/) - Matchday three of the Africa Cup of Nations group stage delivered clarity and celebration in Morocco, as Groups A and B wrapped up with decisive results and the knockout phase coming into focus. Host nation Morocco responded in style after a draw in their previous outing, beating Zambia 3–0 at Rabat’s Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium
- [Zelenskyy says claim Ukraine attacked Putin residence 'another Russian lie'](https://breakingafricanews.com/zelenskyy-says-claim-ukraine-attacked-putin-residence-another-russian-lie/) - President Zelenskyy has rejected claims that Ukraine attacked Russian President Putin's residence with long-range drones, calling it "another Russian lie." The Kremlin claimed that Kyiv launched the assault on Sunday, soon after Zelenskyy met with President Trump to discuss ongoing peace efforts to end the war in Ukraine. US President Donald Trump on Monday repeated
- [UN Chief urges world leaders to choose peace over war in new year message](https://breakingafricanews.com/un-chief-urges-world-leaders-to-choose-peace-over-war-in-new-year-message/) - United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has issued a stark warning to global leaders, saying the world is standing at a critical crossroads marked by conflict, division and climate breakdown. In his New Year’s message, Guterres said chaos and uncertainty continue to dominate the global landscape, alongside what he described as systemic violations of international law
- [Anthony Joshua hospitalised after fatal car crash in Nigeria](https://breakingafricanews.com/anthony-joshua-hospitalised-after-fatal-car-crash-in-nigeria/) - British boxing star and two-time former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is recovering in hospital after being involved in a fatal car crash in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two close associates. The accident happened on Monday morning along the busy Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, a major route linking Nigeria’s commercial capital Lagos to neighbouring Ogun
- [Elections that kept power in the same hands: Africa 2025 in review](https://breakingafricanews.com/elections-that-kept-power-in-the-same-hands-africa-2025-in-review/) - 2025 has been targed as one of the most busy election years across Africa. From West to East, voters went to the polls in several countries, while in others, elections exposed deeper questions about democracy, power and political transition. in all, one key element out was not just who won, but how power was retained,
- [Nigeria: Army Arrests 19 Suspected Oil Thieves, Deactivates 22 Illegal Bunkering Hubs in Niger Delta](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-army-arrests-19-suspected-oil-thieves-deactivates-22-illegal-bunkering-hubs-in-niger-delta/) - Troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, have arrested 19 suspected oil thieves in several operations conducted across the Niger Delta region between November 23 and December 28, 2025. The troops, in the operations, which was carried out in close synergy with other security agencies, also led to the deactivation of 22 illegal bunkering hubs in
- [Nigeria: U.S. Strikes Understandable but Risky, Says Miyetti Allah](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-u-s-strikes-understandable-but-risky-says-miyetti-allah/) - Kano State chairman of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Captain Abdullahi Bakoji (rtd), has described the efforts of the United States to weaken insurgents in Nigeria as understandable, noting that the intervention could be risky if not properly coordinated with the Nigerian authorities. Speaking to Journalists, Bakoji, a retired military officer warned
- [Ethiopia: Manufacturers Pledge to Support Ethiopia's Green Economy Development](https://breakingafricanews.com/ethiopia-manufacturers-pledge-to-support-ethiopias-green-economy-development/) - Addis Ababa — Manufacturers have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the country's green economy in alignment with government initiatives. The second Green Mobility Exhibition and Forum 2025 opened yesterday at the Addis International Convention Center, attended by Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh. The event showcased a range of innovations in renewable energy and electric mobility.
- [South Africa: Doornkop Building Collapse to Be Investigated](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-doornkop-building-collapse-to-be-investigated/) - Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, has requested an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collapse of a building in Doornkop, Johannesburg. The tragic incident claimed the lives of three people, including a child. Three others have been taken to hospital with injuries. "This is a deeply distressing incident. My thoughts and condolences
- [South Africa: Search Underway for SANDF Member Swept Away in Flooded River](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-search-underway-for-sandf-member-swept-away-in-flooded-river/) - A search is underway for a South African National Defence Force (SANDF) member, who was swept away while attempted to cross a heavily flooded river during a routine patrol at the Lebombo Border Post in Mpumalanga. According to the SANDF, the incident occurred on Christmas when a military vehicle carrying two members of the SANDF
- [South Africa: KZN Road Safety Operations Net 100](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-kzn-road-safety-operations-net-100/) - A total of 100 people have been arrested in Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, by the officers of the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI) for violating various traffic laws this past weekend. The arrests were part of the #NenzaniLaEzweni operation aimed at ensuring road safety, tackling drunk driving, reckless driving, illegal activities - such as undocumented foreign truck drivers
- ['Single Sovereign State' - EAC Denounces Israel's Recognition of Somaliland](https://breakingafricanews.com/single-sovereign-state-eac-denounces-israels-recognition-of-somaliland/) - Nairobi — The East African Community (EAC) has rejected Israel's recognition of Somaliland, reaffirming its commitment to the sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia amid rising regional tensions. In a statement issued by the EAC Secretariat in Arusha, the regional bloc aligned itself with the African Union's foundational principles, stressing
- [Kenya: Maraga to Lead Movement Against Ruto's Plan to Scrap Term Limits](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-maraga-to-lead-movement-against-rutos-plan-to-scrap-term-limits/) - Nairobi — Retired Chief Justice David Maraga has accused the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) government of plotting to abolish presidential term limits in a bid to extend President William Ruto's stay in power. Maraga said proposals to amend the Constitution are politically motivated and pose a grave threat to Kenya's 2010 Constitution and democratic governance.
- [High Court Ruling Against Julius Mwale Fuels Fresh Debate Amid Havi-Judiciary Standoff](https://breakingafricanews.com/high-court-ruling-against-julius-mwale-fuels-fresh-debate-amid-havi-judiciary-standoff/) - Nairobi — A controversial High Court decision involving US-based tycoon Julius Mwale has drawn renewed attention to the escalating public dispute between the Judiciary and former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) president Nelson Havi. In a ruling delivered on February 27, 2025, Justice Freda Mugambi held Mwale personally liable for a Sh17 million debt arising
- [Sudan: Japan to Extend $6 Million Humanitarian Grant to Sudan](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-japan-to-extend-6-million-humanitarian-grant-to-sudan/) - Tokyo, Dec. 29, 2025 (SUNA) - The Japanese government has decided to extend a $6 million humanitarian grant to Sudan as part of its sustained and continued support for the Sudanese people. The assistance will be used to provide a range of relief supplies to war-affected displaced persons (IDPs), including food, health items, and other
- [ODM-UDA Deal in January - Raila Party Seeks Early Union With Ruto](https://breakingafricanews.com/odm-uda-deal-in-january-raila-party-seeks-early-union-with-ruto/) - Nairobi — A top Orange Party official has signaled an early ODM-UDA pre-election coalition ahead of the 2027 General Election AMID . Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Sheriff Nassir, serving as Deputy Party Leader, said the proposal is grounded in a sober assessment of the political landscape, the balance of power, and the strategic options available to
- [Zambia: 'Zambia Has Environmental Laws and Standards On Paper - the Problem Is Their Implementation'](https://breakingafricanews.com/zambia-zambia-has-environmental-laws-and-standards-on-paper-the-problem-is-their-implementation/) - CIVICUS discusses environmental accountability in Zambia with Christian-Geraud Neema, Africa editor at the China Global South Project, an independent journalism initiative that covers and follows China's activities in global south countries. Christian-Geraud Neema A group of 176 Zambian farmers has filed a US$80 billion lawsuit against a Chinese state-owned mining company over a major toxic
- [Nigeria: U.S Airstrikes in Nigeria - How Global Media Reported It](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-u-s-airstrikes-in-nigeria-how-global-media-reported-it/) - U.S. Strikes ISIS in Nigeria After Trump Warned of Attacks on Christians- The New York Times The United States launched a number of strikes against the Islamic State in northwestern Nigeria, President Trump announced on Thursday, the latest American military campaign against a nonstate adversary -- in this case, Islamic jihadis who the president asserts
- [China Opposes Somaliland Recognition, Reaffirms Support for Somalia](https://breakingafricanews.com/china-opposes-somaliland-recognition-reaffirms-support-for-somalia/) - Beijing — China on Monday rejected any moves to recognise the self-declared Republic of Somaliland, stressing its support for Somalia's sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity. "No country should encourage or support other countries' internal separatist forces for its own selfish interests," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian told reporters at a regular briefing in Beijing.
- [Somalia: Somali Army Kills 15 Al-Shabaab Fighters in Bakool Region Operation](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-somali-army-kills-15-al-shabaab-fighters-in-bakool-region-operation/) - Mogadishu — Somalia's national army has carried out a planned security operation in the Moora Gaabey area, about 30 kilometres northeast of Xudur, the administrative centre of Bakool region, military officials said. The operation targeted hideouts used by Al-Shabaab militants and resulted in the killing of 15 members of the group, including three senior leaders,
- [Central African Republic votes amid mostly peaceful election day](https://breakingafricanews.com/central-african-republic-votes-amid-mostly-peaceful-election-day/) - Voting in the Central African Republic’s national elections appears to have gone smoothly in many places, with local observers reporting no major disturbances at polling stations. “We can say that the vote went very well. There was no major disturbance. The representatives of the parties and also of the candidates behaved very well, not to
- [Zambia and Morocco brace for high-stakes AFCON group clash](https://breakingafricanews.com/zambia-and-morocco-brace-for-high-stakes-afcon-group-clash/) - Zambia trained on Sunday ahead of a decisive final Group Stage match against tournament favorites Morocco at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with qualification still finely balanced. The Chipolopolo opened their campaign with a 1–1 draw against Mali before being held to a goalless stalemate by Comoros on Friday. Despite the pressure, Zambia captain
- [Hundreds mourn top military commanders killed in Ankara plane crash](https://breakingafricanews.com/hundreds-mourn-top-military-commanders-killed-in-ankara-plane-crash/) - Hundreds of people packed a stadium in the Libyan city of Misrata on Sunday for the funeral of three top military officers killed in a plane crash last week. Prime Minister Abdul-Hamid Dbeibah and other military and political leaders were among the mourners as the coffins of General Muhammad Ali Ahmad al-Haddad and two others
- [2025 Africa Cup of Nations: A complete overview of the group stage](https://breakingafricanews.com/2025-africa-cup-of-nations-a-complete-overview-of-the-group-stage/) - The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, hosted by Morocco, promises to be an intense and highly competitive tournament. After the first few matchdays of the group stage, several teams have already established a strong position to qualify, while the battle for the round of 16 remains wide open in other groups. Egypt in a good
- [Displaced families in Gaza struggle against rain and cold in makeshift structures](https://breakingafricanews.com/displaced-families-in-gaza-struggle-against-rain-and-cold-in-makeshift-structures/) - A ceasefire in Gaza has been in effect since October, but storms, floods and cold winter temperatures pose another threat to the hundreds of thousands of people living in makeshift structures across the territory. A gloomy sky hung over one of Gaza's many camps for displaced people, as families braced for another round of rain.
- [From war to AFCON: Sudanese players bring hope](https://breakingafricanews.com/from-war-to-afcon-sudanese-players-bring-hope/) - When Sudan player Ammar Taifour first heard gunfire outside his hotel room, he shrugged it off and went back to sleep. He had a soccer match to play. But hours later, gunfire erupted again and gunmen surrounded the hotel in Omdurman, central Sudan, trying to seize control of the area. Taifour, a 28-year-old American-Sudanese midfielder,
- [Guineans await election results with hopes for progress](https://breakingafricanews.com/guineans-await-election-results-with-hopes-for-progress/) - Guineans are waiting anxiously for the outcome of the country’s first presidential election since the 2021 military coup, with expectations high that the vote could mark a turning point after years of political uncertainty. Polls closed on Sunday following a tightly controlled election widely expected to favor junta leader General Mamadi Doumbouya, who led the
- [AFCON 2025: Algeria leads Group E, Cameroon and Ivory Coast neck and neck [Football Now]](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-2025-algeria-leads-group-e-cameroon-and-ivory-coast-neck-and-neck-football-now/) - The second day of the group stage of the Africa Cup of Nations football tournament in Morocco concluded on Sunday. Four matches were on the schedule. In Group E, Sudan faced Equatorial Guinea in Casablanca. The Nile Crocodiles defeated Nzalang Nacional 1-0. Sudan therefore still has hope of qualifying for the round of 16. Algeria
- [Lagos revives iconic Eyo festival after eight-year hiatus](https://breakingafricanews.com/lagos-revives-iconic-eyo-festival-after-eight-year-hiatus/) - Lagos on Saturday came alive as thousands of residents and tourists gathered for the return of the Eyo Festival, one of Nigeria’s most iconic cultural events, held for the first time in eight years. Also known as the Adamu Orisha Play, the festival features white-clad masquerades known as Eyos and draws on a centuries-old Yoruba
- [Reopening of Libya's National Museum after 14 years offers hope of return to stability](https://breakingafricanews.com/reopening-of-libyas-national-museum-after-14-years-offers-hope-of-return-to-stability/) - Shuttered for 14 years, the reopening of Libya's National Museum offers hope for a return to stability and consolidation of national identity. After 14 years of closure due to civil war, Libya's national museum finally reopened its doors, giving visitors the opportunity to explore the country's rich and complex history. The oil-rich Mediterranean country has
- [Somalia: Arab Parliament Backs Mogadishu Vote, Calls It Milestone for Somalia](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-arab-parliament-backs-mogadishu-vote-calls-it-milestone-for-somalia/) - Mogadishu, Somalia — Somalia's decision to organise direct local elections in Mogadishu has been welcomed by the Arab Parliament, which described the vote as a landmark moment in the country's political history. Mohammed bin Ahmed Al-Yamahi, Speaker of the Arab Parliament, said the direct election of the Benadir Regional Council represented a major step forward
- [Somalia: Vote Counting Begins After Mogadishu Local Council Polls](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-vote-counting-begins-after-mogadishu-local-council-polls/) - Mogadishu, Somalia — Vote counting got underway after residents of Somalia's capital cast ballots in local council elections that officials said were held peacefully with strong turnout. Abdikarim Ahmed Hassan, chairman of the National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, announced that voting for the Benadir Regional Local Council elections opened at 6:00 a.m. and closed
- [Liberia: Sio, Seboe Share Christmas Relief in District 16](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-sio-seboe-share-christmas-relief-in-district-16/) - - In a strong display of community solidarity this Christmas season, Hon. Richard Sio, working alongside Montserrado County Electoral District No. 16 Rep. Dixon W. Seboe, delivered food and cash assistance to residents across the district, reaching hundreds of families during the holidays. The outreach, which included more than 200 bags of rice along with
- [Liberia: Miners Reject Agent Jallah's Return in Konobo District](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-miners-reject-agent-jallahs-return-in-konobo-district/) - - The United Miners Association of Konobo District in Grand Gedeh County has formally petitioned the Ministry of Mines and Energy, urging Minister R. Matenckay Tingban to block the return of former mining agent James Tailey Jallah, citing alleged abuse of authority, poor performance and threats against local miners. In a letter dated Dec. 19
- [Namibia: Palladino's Atalanta On the Up As Serie a Leaders Inter Visit](https://breakingafricanews.com/namibia-palladinos-atalanta-on-the-up-as-serie-a-leaders-inter-visit/) - Atalanta are on the comeback trail ahead of Sunday night's visit of Serie A leaders Inter Milan, with coach Raffaele Palladino leading the charge for the revitalised Bergamo club. Since Palladino replaced Ivan Juric last month Atalanta have rediscovered their groove, as witnessed by the way they dealt with Eintracht Frankfurt and Chelsea in the
- [Africa: AU Commission Chair Congratulates Somali Citizens On Mogadishu Municipal Elections](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-au-commission-chair-congratulates-somali-citizens-on-mogadishu-municipal-elections/) - Addis Ababa — The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has congratulated the people of Somalia following the successful conduct of municipal elections in Mogadishu on 25 December 2025. He praised the calm, orderly, and peaceful nature of the voting process, describing it as a positive milestone for the country. More than
- [Ethiopia: GERD Redefines Regional Power Integration, Economic Transformation, Says EEP](https://breakingafricanews.com/ethiopia-gerd-redefines-regional-power-integration-economic-transformation-says-eep/) - Addis Ababa — The Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP) has reaffirmed that the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is no longer merely a hydropower project, but a strategic engine reshaping Ethiopia's economy and redefining regional energy cooperation. A high-level forum organized under the theme "GERD for Ethiopia's Renewal" was held at Guba, at the site of
- [Namibia: Too Hot to Handle? Searing Heat Looming Over 2026 World Cup](https://breakingafricanews.com/namibia-too-hot-to-handle-searing-heat-looming-over-2026-world-cup/) - With less than six months to go before the 2026 World Cup kicks off, organizers are bracing for what could be their most challenging opponent yet: extreme heat. Soaring temperatures across the United States, Mexico and Canada pose safety issues for players and fans and a host of logistical issues that remain far from settled.
- [Namibia: Bondi Victims Honoured As Sydney-Hobart Race Sets Sail](https://breakingafricanews.com/namibia-bondi-victims-honoured-as-sydney-hobart-race-sets-sail/) - Skippers of nearly 130 yachts set sail on a "bumpy" Sydney-Hobart ocean race Friday, many scattering rose petals for the Bondi Beach shooting victims as they ventured into rolling seas. On a cool, grey summer's day at Sydney Harbour, crowds gathered around the shore or watched from scores of boats as a starting cannon set
- [Namibia: Three Mothers Welcome Christmas Babies At Okahandja State Hospital](https://breakingafricanews.com/namibia-three-mothers-welcome-christmas-babies-at-okahandja-state-hospital/) - In a festive coincidence, three mothers gave birth to healthy babies on Christmas Day at Okahandja State Hospital. The babies, two boys and a girl, were welcomed by proud mothers and hospital staff amid the holiday celebrations. Johanna Tobias (36), the mother of a baby girl, says the delivery went smoothly and she is happy
- [Afcon 2025 - Nigeria's Player Ratings in Five-Goal Thriller Against Tunisia](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-2025-nigerias-player-ratings-in-five-goal-thriller-against-tunisia/) - Coming into the contest, Nigeria were buoyed by a narrow opening-day win over Tanzania, while Tunisia arrived full of confidence after dispatching Uganda The Super Eagles of Nigeria underlined their title credentials at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a dramatic 3-2 victory over the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia at the Complexe Sportif de
- [Nightmare Ending, Admits Nigeria Boss Chelle After Fez Thriller Against Tunisia](https://breakingafricanews.com/nightmare-ending-admits-nigeria-boss-chelle-after-fez-thriller-against-tunisia/) - Nigeria coach Eric Chelle admitted on Sunday the last 15 minutes of his side's Africa Cup of Nations game against Tunisia was the stuff of nightmares. The Super Eagles - as they are nicknamed - had soared into a 3-0 lead at the Stade de Fes with goals from Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi and Ademola
- [Back Her Ambition, Build the Economy: Nigeria's Untapped Power.](https://breakingafricanews.com/back-her-ambition-build-the-economy-nigerias-untapped-power/) - Entrepreneurship is often thrown around as a trendy term. You'll hear it in boardrooms, classrooms, and policy discussions. Yet its true significance is that it drives innovation, creates jobs, and fuels economic growth. In every corner of Nigeria, entrepreneurs are turning ideas into realities, solving problems, and reshaping industries. “Because of my disability, I want
- [Benin/Botswana: Rohr Celebrates First-Ever Benin Republic's Afcon Win](https://breakingafricanews.com/benin-botswana-rohr-celebrates-first-ever-benin-republics-afcon-win/) - Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has said Benin Republic's historic first-ever AFCON win over Botswana has boosted their chances of reaching the knockout rounds of the tournament. Benin pipped Botswana 1-0 on Saturday after they fell by the same scoreline in their opening group game against DR Congo. "We're happy, it's a historic victory
- [Nigeria/Tunisia: Afcon 2025 - Six Key Takeaways From Nigeria's Narrow Win Against Tunisia](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-tunisia-afcon-2025-six-key-takeaways-from-nigerias-narrow-win-against-tunisia/) - Chelle's greatest challenge is balance. Nigeria's ceiling is high, arguably higher than most teams in Morocco. Nigeria and Tunisia delivered one of the defining spectacles of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday night in Fès, as the Super Eagles edged a pulsating 3-2 contest to book an early place in the knockout rounds.
- [Congo-Kinshasa: UK Restricts DR Congo Visas Over Migrant Return Policy](https://breakingafricanews.com/congo-kinshasa-uk-restricts-dr-congo-visas-over-migrant-return-policy/) - The UK is to impose visa restrictions against people arriving from the Democratic Republic of Congo after its government failed to agree to measures allowing the return of illegal migrants and foreign national offenders. Ministers say DR Congo has not made changes required under the toughening up of the UK's asylum rules announced in November.
- [Malawi: The Return of Power, Not Reform - How DPP's 2025 Mandate Is Testing Malawi's Democracy](https://breakingafricanews.com/malawi-the-return-of-power-not-reform-how-dpps-2025-mandate-is-testing-malawis-democracy/) - Malawi voted for economic rescue. What it is getting instead is a dangerous stress test of the rule of law, institutional independence, and democratic restraint. The year 2025 will indeed be remembered as the year of the great political return. On September 16, Malawians turned out in large numbers--76.4 percent voter participation--and delivered a decisive
- [Central African Republic's Touadéra Primed for Third Term As Voters Head to Polls](https://breakingafricanews.com/central-african-republics-touadera-primed-for-third-term-as-voters-head-to-polls/) - Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadéra is seeking a controversial third term this Sunday, following a decade in office, a change in constitution and the forging of closer ties to Russia. Alongside their president, Centrafricains are set to elect national, regional and municipal lawmakers. Touadéra, who oversaw a referendum in July 2023 that scrapped the
- [New details emerge over US airstrikes in Nigeria's Northwest](https://breakingafricanews.com/new-details-emerge-over-us-airstrikes-in-nigerias-northwest/) - Nigeria’s government has confirmed the precise locations of US airstrikes carried out in the country’s northwest on Christmas evening, marking a rare instance of foreign military action on Nigerian soil. The strikes, approved by Abuja, came weeks after sharp criticism from Washington over Nigeria’s handling of attacks on Christians. Officials say the operation was conducted
- [Vote counting underway in Ivory Coast legislative elections amid political divisions](https://breakingafricanews.com/vote-counting-underway-in-ivory-coast-legislative-elections-amid-political-divisions/) - Vote counting is underway in Ivory Coast following legislative elections to choose the country’s 255 members of the National Assembly, a vote shaped by deep political divisions and lingering tensions from the recent presidential poll. The parliamentary elections come just two months after President Alassane Ouattara secured a second term with more than 90 percent
- [Benin secure their first-ever AFCON victory with a 1-0 win over Botswana](https://breakingafricanews.com/benin-secure-their-first-ever-afcon-victory-with-a-1-0-win-over-botswana/) - Benin secured their first-ever victory at the Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday in front of a vibrant crowd of supporters at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. The Cheetah's 1-0 win keeps their qualification hopes alive. The Group D match against Botswana opened Matchday Two of the AFCON 2025 group stage. Benin fans
- [Fresh clashes reported in eastern DRC town of Uvira despite M23 promise to withdraw](https://breakingafricanews.com/fresh-clashes-reported-in-eastern-drc-town-of-uvira-despite-m23-promise-to-withdraw/) - Hopes of peace in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo are fading after new clashes erupted in Uvira on Friday. Rwanda-backed M23 rebels captured the strategic town earlier this month just days after Kigali and Kinshasa reaffirmed their commitment to a US-brokered peace deal during a meeting in Washington. M23 is not party to the
- [CAR general election gets underway as Touadéra seeks controversial third term](https://breakingafricanews.com/car-general-election-gets-underway-as-touadera-seeks-controversial-third-term/) - Central African Republic’s general election got underway on Sunday as President Archange Touadéra seeks a controversial third term in office. In 2023, he ushered in a constitutional amendment that scrapped presidential term limits. The move drew outcry and protests as opponents accused him of wanting to rule for life. One of Russia’s closest African allies,
- [Polls open in Guinea with junta leader favoured to win first presidential vote since 2021 coup](https://breakingafricanews.com/polls-open-in-guinea-with-junta-leader-favoured-to-win-first-presidential-vote-since-2021-coup/) - Polls opened in Guinea on Sunday in the country’s first presidential election since the 2021 coup that ousted President Alpha Condé. The vote is being held under a new constitution approved in a referendum in September. It revokes a ban on military leaders running for office and extends the presidential term from five years to
- [Kyiv 'not rushing to resolve conflict by peaceful means,' Putin says](https://breakingafricanews.com/kyiv-not-rushing-to-resolve-conflict-by-peaceful-means-putin-says/) - Russia claims to have taken full control of two cities in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia as Ukraine's President Zelenskyy heads to Florida for talks with US President Trump. The Kremlin late on Saturday released a video of Russian President Vladimir Putin in military uniform receiving reports from top military officials in an unidentified military command post.
- [Uganda: Museveni Dissolves Fisheries Protection Unit](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-museveni-dissolves-fisheries-protection-unit/) - President Museveni has directed the immediate dissolution of all landing site committees operating on lakes across the country following widespread complaints and controversies raised by fishing communities. The development also sees the Fisheries Protection United replaced with a marine battalion. The directive was communicated on Friday by the Acting Director of Defence Public Information, Colonel
- [Ethiopia's New Entrepreneurship Policy Poised to Boost Jobs, Digital Innovation - Deputy PM](https://breakingafricanews.com/ethiopias-new-entrepreneurship-policy-poised-to-boost-jobs-digital-innovation-deputy-pm/) - Addis Ababa — Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh emphasized that under the prosperity Agenda, entrepreneurship aligned with the Digital Ethiopia 2030 strategy is positioned as a key driver for sustainable and accelerated economic growth through widespread job creation. Ethiopia's New Entrepreneurship Policy Poised to Boost Jobs, Digital Innovation: Deputy PM Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh
- [Tinubu Hails $1.26bn Highway Deal As Proof of Surging Investor Faith in Nigeria](https://breakingafricanews.com/tinubu-hails-1-26bn-highway-deal-as-proof-of-surging-investor-faith-in-nigeria/) - President Bola Tinubu has hailed the $1.26 billion financing deal for Phase 1, Section 2 of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as a strong sign of rising investor confidence in Nigeria's infrastructure sector and reform-driven economy. He praised the Federal Ministries of Finance and Works, along with the Debt Management Office, for their teamwork in sealing
- [Nigeria: 'You Can't Satisfy Everyone', Imam Tells Tinubu At Lagos Mosque](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-you-cant-satisfy-everyone-imam-tells-tinubu-at-lagos-mosque/) - President Bola Tinubu, on Friday, joined Muslim faithful to observe Juma'at prayer at the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos, where the Imam reminded him that he cannot satisfy everyone. Delivering his sermon, the visiting Imam of the mosque, Dr Salahudeen Munirudeen Arriyadhi, lauded President Tinubu for the numerous developmental projects being executed by the administration,
- [Congo-Kinshasa: Ituri - Civilians Find Refuge in Monusco Base After Fighting Between Soldiers and Militiamen](https://breakingafricanews.com/congo-kinshasa-ituri-civilians-find-refuge-in-monusco-base-after-fighting-between-soldiers-and-militiamen/) - Twenty-eight civilians, including nine children and seven women, found refuge on Thursday, December 25 in the MONUSCO military base in Bayoo, approximately 95 kilometers from Bunia, in Ituri. These people were fleeing violence following clashes between the Armed Forces of the DRC (FARDC) and militiamen from the Convention for Popular Revolution (CRP), led by former
- [Nigeria: U.S. Drones Launched 16 Missiles At ISIS in Sokoto - Debris Landed in Jabo, Kwara - Govt](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-u-s-drones-launched-16-missiles-at-isis-in-sokoto-debris-landed-in-jabo-kwara-govt/) - The Federal Government has explained how Nigerian security forces, working in close coordination with the United States, US, carried out successful precision strike operations against Islamic State, ISIS, terrorists enclaves in Sokoto State. The operation, which took place between 12:12 a.m. and 1:30 a.m. on Friday, December 26, was approved by President Bola Tinubu. On
- [Nigeria: Why Reps Repealed, Re-Enacted 2024, 2025 Budgets - Deputy Spokesperson](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-why-reps-repealed-re-enacted-2024-2025-budgets-deputy-spokesperson/) - Mr Agbese noted that adopting a single budget after March 2026 would allow the Executive to manage cash flow more efficiently and ensure the timely release of funds for projects. The House of Representatives has explained that its decision to repeal and re-enact the 2024 and 2025 Appropriation Acts was taken to align Nigeria's budgeting
- [Nigeria-United States Security Cooperation And Intelligence Collaboration Hits At Terrorist Targets In Nigeria](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-united-states-security-cooperation-and-intelligence-collaboration-hits-at-terrorist-targets-in-nigeria-2/) - Abuja — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Nigeria confirms that Nigerian authorities remain engaged in structured security cooperation with international partners, including the United States of America, in addressing the persistent threat of terrorism and violent extremism. This has led to precision hits on terrorist targets in Nigeria by air
- [Africa: How Climate Change Is Threatening Human Rights](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-how-climate-change-is-threatening-human-rights/) - With rising effects of climate change across the globe, the world has started recognising that climate change is not just an ecological collapse, but also a human rights crisis. UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk echoed this message in Geneva earlier this year and posed a question before the Human Rights Council: "Are
- [Sudan Civil War - Health System 'On the Verge of Collapse'](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-civil-war-health-system-on-the-verge-of-collapse/) - The war in Sudan has been tearing the country apart for almost 1,000 days, putting the country's health system under intolerable pressure. The World Health Organization (WHO) is reporting widespread disease outbreaks, severe shortages, malnutrition and rising deaths. The UN agency has revealed shocking figures related to attacks on healthcare facilities in Sudan, stressing that
- [Africa: Antimicrobial Resistance - the Invisible Threat That Could Redefine the Future](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-antimicrobial-resistance-the-invisible-threat-that-could-redefine-the-future/) - Imagine a world where a simple infection, such as pneumonia or a poorly healed wound, could be fatal. Does that seem far-fetched? It isn't. That is the reality that antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is quietly creating. Between 18 and 24 November, the world celebrated World AMR Awareness Week, an initiative of the World Health Organisation (WHO)
- [Ghana: Young West Africans Held Captive in Ghana in Canadian Visa Scams](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-young-west-africans-held-captive-in-ghana-in-canadian-visa-scams/) - Several families in Senegal say that a number of young people from the north of the country have been held captive in Ghana for several weeks. Lured by the prospect of work visas for Canada, they allegedly fell into the hands of a criminal network. RFI spoke to one of them. Canada's decision in 2023
- [East Africa: Somalia Condemns Israel's Somaliland Recognition, Vows to Defend Its National Unity](https://breakingafricanews.com/east-africa-somalia-condemns-israels-somaliland-recognition-vows-to-defend-its-national-unity/) - Mogadishu — The Federal Republic of Somalia has reaffirmed its absolute and non-negotiable commitment to its sovereignty, national unity, and territorial integrity, citing the Provisional Constitution, the United Nations Charter, and the African Union Constitutive Act. In a strongly worded statement, the Somali government categorically rejected Israel's recent recognition of the northern region of Somaliland,
- [Africa: Zambia and Comoros Share the Spoils, Salah Leads Egypt to Victory Over South Africa and Qualification for the Knockout Stage](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-zambia-and-comoros-share-the-spoils-salah-leads-egypt-to-victory-over-south-africa-and-qualification-for-the-knockout-stage/) - Zambia and Comoros share the spoils in a goalless draw (0-0)· Egypt become the first team to qualify for the knockout stage of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025· Angola and Zimbabwe draw 1-1 in Marrakech· Hosts Morocco will round off the day's action with a clash against Mali Zambia 0 -
- [Nigeria: Airstrikes Hit Terrorists Camps in Tangaza LG, Impact Assessment Report Awaited - Sokoto Govt](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-airstrikes-hit-terrorists-camps-in-tangaza-lg-impact-assessment-report-awaited-sokoto-govt/) - Sokoto State Government on Friday welcomed the Nigeria-US joint airstrike that targeted terrorists in Tangaza Local Government Area of the state. This is contained in a statement signed by Director General, Media and Publicity to the Sokoto State Government, Malam Abubakar Bawa, issued to the newsmen on Friday in Sokoto. Bawa confirmed that there was
- [Nigeria: Lakurawa Terrorist Group Target of U.S. Airstrikes, Says Tambuwal](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-lakurawa-terrorist-group-target-of-u-s-airstrikes-says-tambuwal/) - Former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South Senatorial District, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, yesterday clarified that the United States airstrikes in collaboration with Nigerian Military personnel in Sokoto were directed at the Lakurawa terrorist group, He also urged his constituents and other Nigerians to remain calm, insisting that the intervention must not be
- [Nigeria: Extend Airstrikes to Benue, Traditional Ruler Tells Trump](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-extend-airstrikes-to-benue-traditional-ruler-tells-trump/) - The president-general of Mzough U Tiv worldwide has in Benue State commended US President Donald Trump for commencing air strikes in North-west Nigeria, saying the operation should be extended to Benue to halt "genocide" against Christian communities. Chief Iorbee Ihagh who spoke with our correspondent in Makurdi yesterday said he was optimistic that the coming
- [Anxiety As U.S. Vows More Airstrikes On Terrorists' Camps in Nigeria](https://breakingafricanews.com/anxiety-as-u-s-vows-more-airstrikes-on-terrorists-camps-in-nigeria/) - Ex-generals, experts welcome action, Gumi kicks | Strikes targeted terrorists, not religion - Presidency The December 25, 2025 commencement of bombings by the United States and its allies to root out terrorists in northern Nigeria has triggered uncertainty and excitement. However, many have expressed concern over the far-reaching implications of this military campaign being carried
- [East Africa: Bobi Slams Security Abuses, Pledges to Demilitarise Lake Victoria](https://breakingafricanews.com/east-africa-bobi-slams-security-abuses-pledges-to-demilitarise-lake-victoria/) - National Unity Platform presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu has promised to halt military operations on Lake Victoria and hold security officers accountable for alleged torture and extortion of fishermen if elected president. Addressing a rally at Kasaali Playground in Buvuma District, Kyagulanyi said the continued deployment of the military on the lake had deepened the
- [US-Nigeria airstrikes spark fear in northwestern village as details remain unclear](https://breakingafricanews.com/us-nigeria-airstrikes-spark-fear-in-northwestern-village-as-details-remain-unclear/) - Residents of Jabo, a farming village in northwestern Nigeria, were gripped by fear late Thursday after powerful airstrikes lit up the night sky, an attack later confirmed by authorities as a joint US–Nigerian military operation targeting an alleged Islamic State camp. Local farmer Sanusi Madabo, 40, said he was preparing for bed when a loud
- [Mixed reactions in Lagos after US strikes in northwestern Nigeria](https://breakingafricanews.com/mixed-reactions-in-lagos-after-us-strikes-in-northwestern-nigeria/) - Lagos residents, far from the troubled north, expressed a range of emotions in response to the US’ move to launch strikes against an IS group in northwestern Nigeria. Some locals were in support of the US president’s actions. “If another country is coming with the aim of creating stability or peace in Nigeria, why shouldn’t
- [Israel becomes first country to recognize Somaliland](https://breakingafricanews.com/israel-becomes-first-country-to-recognize-somaliland/) - Israel on Friday became the first country to recognize Somaliland, the breakaway region of Somalia in East Africa. While signing a document confirming the move, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu congratulated the country's president on the phone. Netanyahu called the friendship between the two states "seminal and historic" and spoke about expanding the partnership "on
- [AFCON 2025 heats up as Morocco, Egypt shine and fan zones come alive](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-2025-heats-up-as-morocco-egypt-shine-and-fan-zones-come-alive/) - The atmosphere at Royal Air Maroc’s cultural activation in the Rabat Fan Zone captured the spirit of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, as football, culture and fan engagement came together in Morocco’s capital. From interactive games to live celebrations, the Fan Zone has become a hub of energy reflecting the growing excitement around the
- [US airstrikes deepen debate in Nigeria as analysts warn against quick fix](https://breakingafricanews.com/us-airstrikes-deepen-debate-in-nigeria-as-analysts-warn-against-quick-fix/) - Nigeria is facing mixed reactions following US airstrikes targeting Islamic State-linked militants in the country’s northwest, a move that has surprised many in a nation where foreign military intervention is rare. The strikes came weeks after Washington publicly accused Nigeria’s government of failing to curb attacks against Christians. While some Nigerians have welcomed the action
- [Ivorians head to the polls as divisions from Presidential vote linger](https://breakingafricanews.com/ivorians-head-to-the-polls-as-divisions-from-presidential-vote-linger/) - Ivorians at the polls this Saturday to elect the 255 members of Côte d’Ivoire’s National Assembly, in a vote shaped by deep political divisions. The legislative elections come just two months after President Alassane Ouattara’s re-election, where he secured 90 percent of the vote, a result fiercely contested by the opposition, which denounced the exclusion
- [Tanzania: Kibong'oto Hospital Uses Farming to Aid TB Recovery](https://breakingafricanews.com/tanzania-kibongoto-hospital-uses-farming-to-aid-tb-recovery/) - Kilimanjaro — THE Siha District-based Kibong'oto Infectious Disease Hospital (KIDH) has launched an innovative agricultural project aimed at supporting Tuberculosis (TB) patients by improving their mental wellbeing while enabling them to earn income during prolonged treatment periods. The initiative, which involves vegetable gardening and fruit tree farming, targets patients undergoing long-term TB treatment at the
- [Nigeria: Anti-Graft Commission Charges Malami, Son, 1 Other With N1.014bn Fraud](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-anti-graft-commission-charges-malami-son-1-other-with-n1-014bn-fraud/) - Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dragged the former attorney-general of the federation and minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), before the Federal High Court in Abuja, over allegations of fraud amounting to N1.014 billion. The minister was charged alongside his son, Abubakar Abdulaziz, for unlawfully and fraudulently amassing the money. In the document
- [Nigeria: Christmas - I'll Protect All Faiths, Tinubu Vows](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-christmas-ill-protect-all-faiths-tinubu-vows/) - Governors, Christian association call for vigilance, tolerance | Transport fares, food prices soar President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to protecting Nigerians of all faiths and promoting peaceful coexistence across the country. In his 2025 Christmas goodwill message, the President stated that Christmas is a time for reflection on the birth of Jesus Christ
- [Nigeria: Federal Govt, Lecturers Resolve 16-Year Renegotiation Impasse](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-federal-govt-lecturers-resolve-16-year-renegotiation-impasse/) - Agreement takes effect January 2026 | Professors to retire on full-salary pensions The federal government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have finally concluded the renegotiation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU Agreement, bringing an end to a long-running industrial relations crisis that had lasted over 16 years. Confirming the development in an interview with
- [Nigeria: Gbajabiamila Remains Tinubu's Chief of Staff - Presidency](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-gbajabiamila-remains-tinubus-chief-of-staff-presidency/) - Hakeem Muri-Okunola has not replaced Femi Gbajabiamila as Chief of Staff. The presidency has announced that Femi Gbajabiamila remains the Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu and has not been replaced. Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga said this in a statement sent to PREMIUM TIMES. Read the full statement below. The attention of the presidency
- [Sudan: Italy Delivers 25 Tons of Humanitarian Aid to Sudan, Launches 'Italy for Sudan' Initiative](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-italy-delivers-25-tons-of-humanitarian-aid-to-sudan-launches-italy-for-sudan-initiative/) - - Sudan's Humanitarian Aid Commission (HAC), led by Commissioner Salwa Adam Benya, received 25 tons of humanitarian assistance from Italy today at Port Sudan Airport. The shipment includes essential food supplies and marks the first of several aid deliveries planned for vulnerable populations across the country. The ceremony was attended by Italian Ambassador Michele Tomasi,
- [Tanzania: Mwinyi Inaugurates New City As He Marks Birthday](https://breakingafricanews.com/tanzania-mwinyi-inaugurates-new-city-as-he-marks-birthday/) - Zanzibar — Zanzibar President Hussein Mwinyi has marked his 59th birth anniversary by officially inaugurating a new city named Dr Hussein Mwinyi City, located in Mombasa, Urban West Region calling on the Zanzibar Social Security Fund (ZSSF) to remain focused on implementing large-scale, impactful development projects. Dr Mwinyi, who was born on December 23, 1966,
- [Brahim Diaz feels at home as Morocco begin AFCON 2025 with statement win](https://breakingafricanews.com/brahim-diaz-feels-at-home-as-morocco-begin-afcon-2025-with-statement-win/) - Brahim Diaz announced himself on the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations stage in emphatic fashion, scoring the opening goal as hosts Morocco launched their TotalEnergies AFCON Morocco 2025 campaign with a confident 2-0 victory over Comoros on Sunday in Rabat. In front of a vibrant home crowd, Diaz was at the heart of Morocco’s
- [Africa: A Lack of Respect? African Football Bows to Pressure With Afcon Change](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-a-lack-of-respect-african-football-bows-to-pressure-with-afcon-change/) - The decision by African football bosses to change the Africa Cup of Nations from a biennial competition to a tournament held every four years has been met with a mixed reaction on the continent with some seeing it as simply caving in to pressure from European clubs and Fifa. Confederation of African Football (CAF) president
- [Burkina Faso Snatch Late Win Over 10-Man Equatorial Guinea](https://breakingafricanews.com/burkina-faso-snatch-late-win-over-10-man-equatorial-guinea/) - Two goals deep into second-half added time gave Burkina Faso a stunning comeback win over 10-man Equatorial Guinea in Group E at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Edmond Tapsoba scored the decisive goal in the final seconds of the match in Casablanca, heading home a rebound to complete an extraordinary turnaround. The game was
- [Catholic Church Confirms All Pupils, Staff Abducted From Niger School Have Regained Freedom](https://breakingafricanews.com/catholic-church-confirms-all-pupils-staff-abducted-from-niger-school-have-regained-freedom/) - "The final reconciliation confirms that 230 pupils and staff members were abducted during the attack on St. Mary's School, Papiri..." The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora has confirmed that all pupils and staff abducted from St. Mary's Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State, have been rescued and reunited
- [Africa: Afcon 2025 Day 4 Roundup - Zidane Watches Algeria Cruise As Côte d'Ivoire, Cameroon Secure Vital Wins](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-afcon-2025-day-4-roundup-zidane-watches-algeria-cruise-as-cote-divoire-cameroon-secure-vital-wins/) - In Casablanca, Burkina Faso produced the most dramatic moment of the day, scoring twice deep into stoppage time to overturn Equatorial Guinea 2-1 in Group E. The fourth day of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco delivered authority, tension and late drama, as Algeria, Côte d'Ivoire, Burkina Faso and Cameroon all claimed important
- [Africa: Looted African Belongings Must Be Returned - Is It Repatriation or Restitution? the Words We Use Matter](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-looted-african-belongings-must-be-returned-is-it-repatriation-or-restitution-the-words-we-use-matter/) - Museums and universities around the world hold vast collections of cultural artefacts, artworks, objectified belongings and even ancestral remains. Many were not freely given but taken during colonial times, through force, manipulation, theft or violence. For decades, they have sat in storerooms and display cases, classified into categories like anthropology, natural history or ethnology, separated
- [Nigeria-United States Security Cooperation And Intelligence Collaboration Hits At Terrorist Targets In Nigeria](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-united-states-security-cooperation-and-intelligence-collaboration-hits-at-terrorist-targets-in-nigeria/) - Abuja — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Nigeria confirms that Nigerian authorities remain engaged in structured security cooperation with international partners, including the United States of America, in addressing the persistent threat of terrorism and violent extremism. This has led to precision hits on terrorist targets in Nigeria by air
- [WHO chief looks back on a successful yet challenging 2025](https://breakingafricanews.com/who-chief-looks-back-on-a-successful-yet-challenging-2025/) - The head of the World Health Organization said 2025 marked major achievements for global health, alongside significant challenges, including funding cuts and multiple humanitarian emergencies. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the adoption of the WHO Pandemic Agreement stood out as the year’s most significant achievement, calling it “a powerful example of what multilateralism can deliver when
- [Mali's Cultural and Artistic Biennial gets underway in Timbuktu](https://breakingafricanews.com/malis-cultural-and-artistic-biennial-gets-underway-in-timbuktu/) - The Mali Cultural and Artistic Biennial is underway in Timbuktu, showcasing artists, performers and designers from across the country. For the first time since its creation, the Mali Cultural and Artistic Biennial, founded in the aftermath of independence, is being held in Timbuktu, in the north of the country. One of the oldest cities on
- [Pope Leo calls for peace in countries torn by wars on Christmas Day](https://breakingafricanews.com/pope-leo-calls-for-peace-in-countries-torn-by-wars-on-christmas-day/) - Pope Leo XIV during his first Christmas Day message on Thursday called for “peace and consolation” for victims of “injustice, political stability, religious persecution and terrorism”, citing Sudan, South Sudan, Mali, Burkina Faso and Congo. He also urged dialogue to address “numerous challenges” in Latin America, reconciliation in Myanmar, the restoration of “the ancient friendship
- [AFCON 2025: South Africa and Egypt to face off in Group B tie](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-2025-south-africa-and-egypt-to-face-off-in-group-b-tie/) - Egypt and South Africa both opened their Group B campaigns at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 with 2–1 victories, defeating Zimbabwe and Angola respectively. The two sides meet at the Grande Stade d’Agadir on 26 December, with kick-off scheduled for 16h00 local time (15h00 GMT). This will be their fourth meeting
- [Somalis vote in the first one-person, one-vote election in decades](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalis-vote-in-the-first-one-person-one-vote-election-in-decades/) - Residents of Somalia’s capital voted Thursday in a controversial local election that marks the country’s first one-person, one-vote poll since 1969. Analysts say it is a major departure from clan-based power-sharing negotiations. The voting of local council members, to be conducted across Mogadishu’s 16 districts, has been organized by the country’s federal government but rejected
- [Trump announces U.S. Strike on Islamic state targets in Nigeria](https://breakingafricanews.com/trump-announces-u-s-strike-on-islamic-state-targets-in-nigeria/) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday announced that American forces had carried out what he described as a “powerful and deadly” strike against Islamic State militants in Nigeria, following weeks of sharp criticism of the Nigerian government over the persecution of Christians. In a Christmas evening post on his social media platform, Trump offered no
- [Morocco gears up for crucial clash with Mali in Group A](https://breakingafricanews.com/morocco-gears-up-for-crucial-clash-with-mali-in-group-a/) - After a strong 2-0 win over Comoros in their opening match, Morocco is fully focused on their next challenge in Group A of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The national team, under head coach Walid Regragui, has ramped up their preparations, with intense training sessions that emphasize both physical endurance and tactical sharpness. Regragui,
- [Erdogan discusses Sudan war with Burhan as 13 million are displaced](https://breakingafricanews.com/erdogan-discusses-sudan-war-with-burhan-as-13-million-are-displaced/) - In a high stakes meeting, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed the escalating war in Sudan with President Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. The violence has led to one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world with some 13 million people displaced. Erdogan highlighted the severe impact, especially in regions like El-Fasher, where human rights violations
- [Guineans head to polls as Doumbouya closes campaign amid democracy concerns](https://breakingafricanews.com/guineans-head-to-polls-as-doumbouya-closes-campaign-amid-democracy-concerns/) - Supporters and critics of Guinea’s military leader made their voices heard Thursday as Gen. Mamadi Doumbouya held his final campaign rally in Conakry ahead of Sunday’s presidential election. “I’m here to support Mamadi Doumbouya because of his kindness, for the job opportunities he gave to the people who need it, and for the efforts he
- [Central African Republic votes as President Touadéra seeks third term](https://breakingafricanews.com/central-african-republic-votes-as-president-touadera-seeks-third-term/) - In the Central African Republic, President Faustin-Archange Touadéra, in power since 2016, is seeking a third consecutive term in general elections taking place this Sunday. At 68 years old, Touadéra faces six challengers. But Touadéra enters the contest as the clear favorite, helped by his strong grip on state institutions. A victory would also reinforce
- [Plastic pollution threatens Lake Malawi’s unique fish](https://breakingafricanews.com/plastic-pollution-threatens-lake-malawis-unique-fish/) - Lake Malawi, one of Africa’s most important freshwater ecosystems and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is under growing threat from plastic pollution — endangering both its extraordinary biodiversity and the communities that depend on it. Home to more than a thousand species of cichlid fish found nowhere else on Earth, the lake is considered by
- [Liberia: 'Electricity Must No Longer Be a Luxury for the Few'](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-electricity-must-no-longer-be-a-luxury-for-the-few/) - Prominent Nimba businessman, Mr. Prince Howard, has called on President Joseph Nyumah Boakai to take urgent action to reform Liberia's electricity system, warning that the continued high costs, outages, and inequitable access are stifling development and punishing ordinary citizens. In an open letter addressed to President Boakai, a copy of which is with the Daily
- [Kenya: Why Everyone Is Rushing to the Village This Christmas Despite Economic Upheavels](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-why-everyone-is-rushing-to-the-village-this-christmas-despite-economic-upheavels/) - Nairobi — As buses snake their way out of the capital and towns fall quieter, one truth remains clear. At Christmas, the village is the place to be. It is a refuge a reminder of who people are beneath the pressures of city life. The familiar December ritual is already in full swing over several
- [Kenya: How Kenyans Can Avoid Traffic Jams On the Rironi-Mau Summit Highway This Holiday](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-how-kenyans-can-avoid-traffic-jams-on-the-rironi-mau-summit-highway-this-holiday/) - Nairobi — The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued a traffic advisory for motorists travelling along the Rironi-Mau Summit highway, warning of heavy congestion as holiday travel peaks. In a statement released on Wednesday, December 24, the authority said the highway is experiencing a significant increase in traffic volumes, resulting in long queues and
- [Nigeria: Lassa Fever - a Persistent Public Health Burden for Nigeria](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-lassa-fever-a-persistent-public-health-burden-for-nigeria/) - Lassa fever remains one of Nigeria's most persistent public health challenges, exposing longstanding gaps in disease surveillance, infection control, and access to timely medical care. Endemic in several parts of the country, the viral haemorrhagic disease resurfaces annually, with outbreaks peaking during the dry season and affecting multiple states. First identified in 1969 in the
- [Kenya: President Ruto Urges Kenyans to Prioritise Road Safety in Christmas Message](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-president-ruto-urges-kenyans-to-prioritise-road-safety-in-christmas-message/) - Nairobi — President William Ruto has delivered his Christmas message to Kenyans, thanking citizens for their resilience throughout the year and urging caution during the festive travel period. In a message shared on his social media platforms, the President reflected on 2025 as a year that the country navigated successfully despite numerous challenges. "Wakenya, 2025,
- [Uganda: Museveni Campaigns in Gomba, Kigongo Bashes NRM-Leaning Candidates](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-museveni-campaigns-in-gomba-kigongo-bashes-nrm-leaning-candidates/) - Gomba — President Yoweri Museveni has taken his campaign to Gomba District, an area widely considered a political stronghold of National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, aka Bobi Wine, as the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) intensified efforts to consolidate support and enforce party discipline ahead of the elections. Addressing a rally attended by
- [Nigeria: 'Governors Not the Only Thieves', Says Katsina Governor](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-governors-not-the-only-thieves-says-katsina-governor/) - Katsina State governor, Dikko Ummaru Radda, has strongly dismissed claims that Nigerian governors were thieves, describing the narrative as unfair and misleading. In an interview with RFI, which is circulated on Facebook, Governor Radda noted that corruption was not limited to governors. According to him, some individuals who have never held offices as significant as
- [Uganda: Kyagulanyi Pledges to Restore Public Access to Lake Victoria](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-kyagulanyi-pledges-to-restore-public-access-to-lake-victoria/) - National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu has pledged to restore public access to Lake Victoria and reopen landing sites to local communities if elected president in the 2026 general elections. Kyagulanyi made the promise on Tuesday evening while addressing supporters at a rally at Busaabala Playground, marking the start of his campaign tour
- [Liberia: Govt Summons Indian Ambassador Over Student Death](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-govt-summons-indian-ambassador-over-student-death/) - The government through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on Tuesday December 23, 2025, summoned Mr. Manoj Bihari Verma, Ambassador of India to Liberia, to provide information on the death of Mr. Sam Paor Juday, a Liberian citizen who was studying at Kalinga University in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. Mr. Juday reportedly died on December
- [JSC Appeals High Court Ruling Suspending Petitions Against Judges](https://breakingafricanews.com/jsc-appeals-high-court-ruling-suspending-petitions-against-judges/) - Nairobi — The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has filed an appeal following a High Court decision suspending all petitions against judges, citing the absence of officially gazetted guidelines for handling complaints against members of the judiciary. The High Court ruling temporarily halted the processing of complaints and petitions against judges, raising concerns over the mechanism
- [Libya's Military Chief Dies in Plane Crash in Turkey](https://breakingafricanews.com/libyas-military-chief-dies-in-plane-crash-in-turkey/) - Libya's military chief was returning home after attending meetings in Turkey. Seven other people were on board. Libyan Prime Minister Abdul-Hamid Dbeibah on Tuesday confirmed the death of Libyan military chief Muhammad Ali Ahmad al-Haddad in a plane crash in Turkey. Turkey's interior minister said earlier that air traffic controllers lost contact with a Dassault
- [Why 55% of Kenyans Are Saying No to Christmas This Year](https://breakingafricanews.com/why-55-of-kenyans-are-saying-no-to-christmas-this-year/) - Nairobi — A recent survey has revealed that 55 percent of Kenyans will not celebrate Christmas this year, marking a 5% increase from 2024. According to the study by Infotrak, financial constraints, rising living costs, and, in some cases, a lack of interest in traditional festivities are key reasons why households are scaling back or
- [Trump's Threat - U.S. Steps Up Aerial Surveillance Over Nigeria](https://breakingafricanews.com/trumps-threat-u-s-steps-up-aerial-surveillance-over-nigeria/) - The United States (US) has reportedly been conducting intelligence-gathering flights over large parts of Nigeria since late November this year. According to flight-tracking data, current and former US officials, as reported by Reuters, the development signalled increased security cooperation between the two countries. However, the report could not determine the specific information the flights were
- [Rwanda Shuts 10,000 Churches Under Tough Worship Regulations](https://breakingafricanews.com/rwanda-shuts-10000-churches-under-tough-worship-regulations/) - The Rwandan government has reportedly closed about 10,000 churches for failing to comply with a 2018 law regulating places of worship, which introduced new requirements on health and safety, financial disclosures, and mandatory theological training for preachers. Grace Room Ministries once filled giant stadiums in Rwanda three times a week before the evangelical organisation was
- [Outrage in Malawi Over Vice-President's UK Trip](https://breakingafricanews.com/outrage-in-malawi-over-vice-presidents-uk-trip/) - The government has come under growing pressure to explain its silence over the cost and justification of Vice President Jane Ansah's private trip to the United Kingdom, at a time when Malawians are being told to brace for austerity and deep cuts in public spending. Her office confirmed the visit was in a private capacity,
- [Sahel Alliance leaders meet in Bamako to deepen break with ECOWAS](https://breakingafricanews.com/sahel-alliance-leaders-meet-in-bamako-to-deepen-break-with-ecowas/) - The Alliance of Sahel States is taking its next steps toward regional autonomy, with the military leaders of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso holding high-level talks in Bamako. The second edition of the AES summit aims to strengthen cooperation within the alliance and reduce reliance on the West African regional bloc ECOWAS. It focuses on
- [Death toll rises to 10 in latest South Africa pub shooting](https://breakingafricanews.com/death-toll-rises-to-10-in-latest-south-africa-pub-shooting/) - The death toll in South Africa ’s latest mass shooting at a pub rose to 10 on Tuesday while police said they had identified two potential suspects. Three women and seven men were killed in Sunday’s early-morning assault in the township of Bekkersdal, 46 kilometres west of Johannesburg. Nine people remain hospitalised. The attack took
- [Democratic Republic of Congo resumes cobalt exports after 10-month ban](https://breakingafricanews.com/democratic-republic-of-congo-resumes-cobalt-exports-after-10-month-ban/) - The Democratic Republic of Congo has resumed cobalt exports after a 10-month halt, the country’s finance minister said on Tuesday. Introduced in February, the ban was initially imposed for four months. It was designed to stabilise the market and stem falling prices due to global oversupply, the government said at the time. "Since Friday, the
- [Libya's military chief killed in plane crash after take off from Ankara](https://breakingafricanews.com/libyas-military-chief-killed-in-plane-crash-after-take-off-from-ankara/) - A private jet carrying Libya’s military chief and four other officers and staff crashed on Tuesday after takeoff from Turkey's capital, Ankara, killing everyone on board. Libyan officials said the cause of the crash was a technical malfunction on the plane. The Libyan delegation was in Ankara for high-level defence talks aimed at boosting military
- [UN Security Council agrees to extend African Union peacekeeping mission in Somalia for another year](https://breakingafricanews.com/un-security-council-agrees-to-extend-african-union-peacekeeping-mission-in-somalia-for-another-year/) - The United Nations Security Council on Tuesday agreed to extend the mandate of the African Union peacekeeping mission in Somalia for another year, taking it to the end of 2026. The AU’s Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia, or AUSSOM, is charged with helping Somali security forces in the fight against the Islamist militant group
- [AFCON 2025: DR Congo, Senegal, Nigeria and Tunisia make early statements in Morocco](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-2025-dr-congo-senegal-nigeria-and-tunisia-make-early-statements-in-morocco/) - AFCON 2025 burst into life in Morocco as Group C and D action delivered goals, atmosphere and early statements of intent from several tournament favourites. In Rabat, the Democratic Republic of Congo edged Benin in a tightly contested Group D opener. Théo Bongonda capitalised on a defensive lapse in the first half to give DR
- [Fan zones across Morocco give added dimension to AFCON experience](https://breakingafricanews.com/fan-zones-across-morocco-give-added-dimension-to-afcon-experience/) - Football fans visiting Morocco for the African Cup of Nations are taking advantage of specially designated fan zones, areas set aside for games, socialising of, of course, keeping up with the tournament. In all, there are eight Fan Parks in seven cities across the country. Entrance is free for anyone with a FAN ID from
- [AFCON 2025: Cameroon 'spiritually ready' to face Gabon in first match](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-2025-cameroon-spiritually-ready-to-face-gabon-in-first-match/) - Cameroon is entering the Africa Cup of Nations with a face-off against Gabon this Wednesday evening in Agadir. The Indomitable Lions will hope to bounce back after their last-16 exit in the 2023 tournament. The players claim to be fully prepared ahead of their first game against a tough opponent. ''We are very much prepared,
- [DRC: US 'not satisfied' that M23 rebels have fully withdrawn from Uvira](https://breakingafricanews.com/drc-us-not-satisfied-that-m23-rebels-have-fully-withdrawn-from-uvira/) - The Trump administration is not satisfied with the Rwanda-backed M23's withdrawal from a strategic town in eastern Congo, a senior US official told Reuters, as residents reported persistent clashes nearby on Tuesday. M23 seized the town of Uvira, near the border with Burundi, on December 10, days after Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi and Rwandan leader
- [Senegal: Ousmane Sonko's lawyers request review of defamation trial](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegal-ousmane-sonkos-lawyers-request-review-of-defamation-trial/) - In Senegal, lawyers of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko have officially requested a review of the trial that saw him condemned for defamation in 2023. The country’s Supreme Court will have to decide whether to approve this plea upon demand from the justice minister, according to Senegalese law. If accepted, the review of the case could
- [: When the Carols Fade: a Christmas of Hardship and Quiet Despair in Liberia](https://breakingafricanews.com/when-the-carols-fade-a-christmas-of-hardship-and-quiet-despair-in-liberia/) - IN LIBERIA, Christmas has always been more than a holy day on the calendar. It has traditionally been a season when hardship briefly loosened its grip, when struggling families found breathing space, and when the informal economy--on which the majority depend -- came alive. FOR YEARS, the final stretch of December brought packed markets, quick
- [Uganda: Decision Day for Besigye At High Court](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-decision-day-for-besigye-at-high-court/) - The High Court will today, December 23, 2025, deliver its ruling on applications filed by opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye and his aide, Hajj Obeid Lutale, seeking a stay of their criminal trial and their release on bail. Justice Emmanuel Baguma said the ruling will be communicated to all parties by email after the court
- [Uganda: Court Throws Out Petition Against Twinomujuni Nomination](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-court-throws-out-petition-against-twinomujuni-nomination/) - The High Court in Kampala has dismissed a petition challenging the nomination of Loydah Twinomujuni Kyarikunda as Mbarara District Woman Member of Parliament candidate for the 2026-2031 term. In a ruling delivered on Monday, December 22, 2025, acting judge Bonny Isaac Teko held that the petition was filed outside the legally prescribed time limits, rendering
- [Ghana: Importers and Exporters Association Commends Govt for Macroeconomic Stability](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghana-importers-and-exporters-association-commends-govt-for-macroeconomic-stability/) - The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana has commended the government for its policies and programmes, noting that they have contributed significantly to macroeconomic stability, largely through the stabilization of the cedi. The Association said these improvements have had a positive impact on operations at the ports. According to the Association, the benefits of these
- [U.S. Recalls Dozens of Ambassadors, Including Somalia Envoy, in 'America First' Shift](https://breakingafricanews.com/u-s-recalls-dozens-of-ambassadors-including-somalia-envoy-in-america-first-shift-2/) - Washington, United States — The United States has recalled nearly 30 senior diplomats, including its ambassador to Somalia, as part of a sweeping overhaul of foreign policy aimed at aligning with the "America First" agenda, US officials said. According to officials at the State Department, heads of diplomatic missions in at least 29 countries were
- [U.S. Recalls Dozens of Ambassadors, Including Somalia Envoy, in 'America First' Shift](https://breakingafricanews.com/u-s-recalls-dozens-of-ambassadors-including-somalia-envoy-in-america-first-shift/) - Washington, United States — The United States has recalled nearly 30 senior diplomats, including its ambassador to Somalia, as part of a sweeping overhaul of foreign policy aimed at aligning with the "America First" agenda, US officials said. According to officials at the State Department, heads of diplomatic missions in at least 29 countries were
- [In Joint Operation, Nigeria, U.S. Begin Mapping of Terrorist Enclaves Nationwide](https://breakingafricanews.com/in-joint-operation-nigeria-u-s-begin-mapping-of-terrorist-enclaves-nationwide/) - Nigeria and the United States have launched a coordinated security operation aimed at dismantling terrorist enclaves across multiple parts of the country, signalling a renewed push to degrade the operational reach of violent extremist groups and restore state authority in affected communities. The joint effort, involving Nigeria's security agencies and US technical and advisory support,
- [Africa: When Kids Move Overseas - Why Visits Are So Rare for South Africa's Emigrant Families](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-when-kids-move-overseas-why-visits-are-so-rare-for-south-africas-emigrant-families/) - More than one million South Africans, about 1.6% of the country's population of 63 million, currently live overseas. Emigration is never a solitary event or a purely economic decision. When one person leaves, an entire network of relationships is reshaped. This means that parents, grandparents, siblings and friends are left behind, making it challenging to
- [Liberia: Boakai's 2026 SONA Under Threat](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-boakais-2026-sona-under-threat/) - President Joseph Nyuma Boakai's administration is bracing for heightened tension with the House of Representatives in 2026, as reports indicate lawmakers plan to boycott his upcoming State of the Nation Address (SONA). The President's SONA is constitutionally delivered each year on the fourth working Monday in January before the National Legislature. It highlights the condition
- [Uganda: Museveni Praises Masaka's Infrastructure, Urges Farmers to Embrace Modern Agriculture](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-museveni-praises-masakas-infrastructure-urges-farmers-to-embrace-modern-agriculture/) - President Museveni has commended the progress made in social and economic infrastructure development in Masaka City and the surrounding district, citing improved road networks, expanded rural electrification, and enhanced water supply systems. Addressing a campaign rally at Masaka Liberation Square, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Chairperson and Fountain of Honour said the state of roads
- [What Trump's Phone Call to Boakai May Signal for U.S.-Liberia Ties](https://breakingafricanews.com/what-trumps-phone-call-to-boakai-may-signal-for-u-s-liberia-ties/) - President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. on Sunday received a telephone call from United States President Donald J. Trump, a rare leader-to-leader engagement that the Executive Mansion says focused on issues of mutual interest, including economic cooperation, governance, security, and regional peace. According to the Executive Mansion, the call -- initiated by President Trump -- underscored
- [Kenya: UAE's $1 Billion Ai Fund Can Transform Kenya's Economy](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-uaes-1-billion-ai-fund-can-transform-kenyas-economy/) - The recent G20 Summit in South Africa made headlines for several reasons. It was the first time the G20 convened on African soil, a symbolic milestone for the continent. The meeting was also notable for the absence of the United States, after President Donald Trump opted to skip the summit amid diplomatic tensions between Washington
- [Kenya: Raila Gone - What It Means for President Ruto's 2027 Campaign](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-raila-gone-what-it-means-for-president-rutos-2027-campaign/) - NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 23 - The death of veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga has dramatically altered the country's political landscape, complicating President William Ruto's path to re-election in 2027, a new opinion poll suggests. According to a survey by TIFA Research conducted in mid-November, 41 per cent of Kenyans believe Odinga's absence makes it harder
- [Kenya: Nigerian Singer Asake Mourns Fan Who Died During Nairobi Concert Stampede](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-nigerian-singer-asake-mourns-fan-who-died-during-nairobi-concert-stampede/) - Nairobi — Nigerian singer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has expressed deep sorrow following the death of a fan during his concert at Nyayo Stadium on December 20. The 20-year-old woman, reportedly identified as Karen Lojore, collapsed amid a stampede triggered by overcrowding and delays at the stadium gates. Paramedics attempted emergency resuscitation on-site
- [Liberia: Boakai, Trump Discuss Regional Peace, Economic Development in Phone Call](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-boakai-trump-discuss-regional-peace-economic-development-in-phone-call/) - Monrovia — President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., on Sunday, December 21, received a telephone call from the President of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump, the Executive Mansion has disclosed. According to the Executive Mansion, the conversation centered on matters of mutual interest, including regional peace and stability, as well as cooperation in
- [Nigeria: U.S. Announces Date for Suspension of Visa Issuance to Nigerians, Others](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-u-s-announces-date-for-suspension-of-visa-issuance-to-nigerians-others/) - The new restriction bars entry for Nigerians seeking to enter the US as green card holders, or on B-1, B-2, B-1/B-2, F, M, and J visas. The United States has announced a partial suspension of visa issuance to nationals of Nigeria and 18 other countries, effective 1 January 2026, citing security concerns. The US Embassy
- [Egypt: Visitors watch sun align with ancient Luxor temple on winter solstice](https://breakingafricanews.com/egypt-visitors-watch-sun-align-with-ancient-luxor-temple-on-winter-solstice/) - Hundreds of visitors to the Egyptian city of Luxor woke up at dawn on Sunday to watch the sunrise line up with the axis of an ancient temple for the winter solstice. Many were overwhelmed by the experience as the first rays of golden sunlight pierced through the Temple of Amun-Re at Karnak. "I feel
- [AFCON 2025: The coelacanth, Comoros' national symbol in football and beyond](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-2025-the-coelacanth-comoros-national-symbol-in-football-and-beyond/) - 'Les Cœlacanthes' is not just the nickname for Comoros’ national football team, which is currently chasing glory at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. It is also the name of a 410-million-year-old fish species that has become a symbol of biodiversity, national pride and identity. Known locally as Gombessa, the coelacanth was considered
- [Morocco: Cold wave persists with heavy snowfall expected in high-altitude zones](https://breakingafricanews.com/morocco-cold-wave-persists-with-heavy-snowfall-expected-in-high-altitude-zones/) - Morocco’s General Directorate of Meteorology has issued an orange-level weather alert for several regions across the kingdom, amid a persisting cold wave. The institution warned against snowfall, heavy rain, low temperatures and strong winds, especially in mountainous areas. Snowfall ranging from 20 to 40 centimetres is forecast on Tuesday in high-altitude zones. The northern provinces
- [Trump's appointment of envoy to Greenland sparks new tension with Denmark](https://breakingafricanews.com/trumps-appointment-of-envoy-to-greenland-sparks-new-tension-with-denmark/) - United States President Donald Trump named Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry as his special envoy to Greenland on Sunday, sparking renewed tensions with both Denmark and the semi-autonomous territory. In response to the nomination, Denmark summoned the US ambassador to the country. “We have said it before. Now, we say it again. National borders and the
- [Investigation into Bondi Beach shooting reveals details of 'meticulously' planned attack](https://breakingafricanews.com/investigation-into-bondi-beach-shooting-reveals-details-of-meticulously-planned-attack/) - In Australia, the investigation into Sydney’s Bondi Beach shooting is revealing the details of a meticulously planned operation. The assault killed 15 people in a Jewish Hanukkah celebration. Police said the two alleged assailants, Sajid and Naveed Akram, began their attack by throwing four improvised explosive devices toward the crowd, according to court documents released
- [Senegal gear up to face Botswana at AFCON opener in Tangier](https://breakingafricanews.com/senegal-gear-up-to-face-botswana-at-afcon-opener-in-tangier/) - Senegal were in training on Monday as they prepped for their AFCON opener against Botswana on Tuesday. The Lions of Teranga head into the continental tournament on a strong footing, winning all six qualifying games and conceding just a single goal. After beating England 3-0 in June, they dominated Kenya 8-0 in their last warm-up
- [Nigeria boosts security as 130 kidnap victims freed](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-boosts-security-as-130-kidnap-victims-freed/) - The governor of Nigeria's Niger state held a ceremony on Monday to welcome back 130 kidnapped children and teachers released after a month in captivity. Their kidnapping from a Catholic boarding school in Niger state's Papiri community was one of the worst mass abductions in Nigeria’s history. No one has claimed responsibility but local residents
- [Bafana Bafana win, Salah rescues Egypt as AFCON 2025 heats up](https://breakingafricanews.com/bafana-bafana-win-salah-rescues-egypt-as-afcon-2025-heats-up/) - AFCON 2025 gathered further momentum on Day Two, with three gripping group-stage encounters. After hosts Morocco opened the tournament with a 2-0 win over Comoros, attention in Group A turned to Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca, where Mali met Zambia in the day’s first fixture. Mali were awarded a first-half penalty but failed to convert,
- [UN warns Sudan crisis worsening as fighting intensifies](https://breakingafricanews.com/un-warns-sudan-crisis-worsening-as-fighting-intensifies/) - The United Nations Security Council received a briefing on Monday about the escalating violence and worsening humanitarian situation in Sudan. Representatives from a range of UN agencies warned the Security Council of growing risks to civilians and humanitarian workers as the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces and Sudanese army battle for control of the country. “Since
- [Nigeria signs healthcare deal with US under new global health framework](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-signs-healthcare-deal-with-us-under-new-global-health-framework/) - Nigeria has become the latest African nation to agree to a deal with the United States to strengthen the country’s healthcare system. It’s aimed at replacing previous agreements under the now-dismantled US Agency for International Development (USAID). Under the five-year deal, Nigeria needs to raise $2.9 billion to boost priority health services and will receive
- [Somalia to Shut Mogadishu Airport for One Day Over Local Elections](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-to-shut-mogadishu-airport-for-one-day-over-local-elections/) - Mogadishu — Somalia's civil aviation authority announced on Tuesday that Mogadishu's main international airport will be closed for one day next week due to local elections, suspending all flights in and out of the capital. In a notice issued by the Somali Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA), authorities said Aden Adde International Airport will be shut
- [Namibia Leads the Way - Honouring 25 Years of Women, Peace and Security](https://breakingafricanews.com/namibia-leads-the-way-honouring-25-years-of-women-peace-and-security/) - Windhoek, Namibia — Last November, the streets of Windhoek came alive with the sound of drums and brass as a marching band led a procession of women from Namibia's Defence and security forces. Dressed in uniform and walking in unity, they marched not only in celebration but in remembrance of a promise made 25 years
- [South Africa: Millennials Enjoy Creative Tourism - New Research Uncovers a Business Opportunity for South Africans](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-millennials-enjoy-creative-tourism-new-research-uncovers-a-business-opportunity-for-south-africans/) - Creative tourism is a growing form of travel where visitors learn by taking part in hands-on, culturally rooted activities. These can include classes in local cooking, craft workshops or music sessions. Tourism researchers Anneli Douglas, Gijsbert Hoogendoorn and Greg Richards investigated what kinds of tourism in this niche appeal to South African millennials (defined as
- [Ghanaians Lack Trust in Courts, Consider Other Dispute-Resolution Avenues](https://breakingafricanews.com/ghanaians-lack-trust-in-courts-consider-other-dispute-resolution-avenues/) - Fewer than half of citizens think ordinary people can obtain justice in court. Key findings Half (50%) of Ghanaians say they are "not very confident" or "not at all confident" that ordinary people who are wronged can obtain justice in the courts. Only 47% express faith that citizens can obtain justice. Economically well-off respondents are
- [Nigeria: Top Five Young Stars Poised to Shine At Afcon 2025](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-top-five-young-stars-poised-to-shine-at-afcon-2025/) - From quick attackers to tireless midfield engines, the following five teenagers and twenty-somethings, drawn from both Europe's big leagues and African club football, carry the hopes of their nations Africa's 35th Cup of Nations in Morocco will double as a coming-of-age stage for a new generation of African talent. These below, are a crop of
- [Liberia: 'I Came to Rescue a Country, Not Seek Power'](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-i-came-to-rescue-a-country-not-seek-power/) - President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has declared that his rise to Liberia's highest office was never fueled by personal ambition, but by a lifelong commitment to service and an unwavering desire to transform the living conditions of ordinary Liberians. Speaking candidly during a weekend interview on the state-owned Eternal Love Broadcasting Corporation (ELBC), President Boakai reflected
- [Liberia: Boakai Not Worry About 2029](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-boakai-not-worry-about-2029/) - Amid ongoing speculation and mixed opinions about whether President Joseph N. Boakai will pursue another term in the 2029 presidential election, the President has made it clear that his attention is firmly on the present. President Boakai stated that his current role provides sufficient responsibility and that he is not preoccupied with the 2029 political
- [Uganda: Mental Health Alarm As 58% of Young Women in Kampala Slums Report Depression](https://breakingafricanews.com/uganda-mental-health-alarm-as-58-of-young-women-in-kampala-slums-report-depression/) - A new study has revealed alarmingly high levels of depression, suicidal thoughts and substance use among young women living in Kampala's urban slums, exposing what researchers describe as a largely hidden public health crisis. The study, conducted under the TOPOWA Project and published in the journal BMC Public Health, assessed the mental health of 300
- [Nigeria: Catholic Diocese Speaks On Release of Abducted Niger Students](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-catholic-diocese-speaks-on-release-of-abducted-niger-students/) - The confirmation was contained in a statement issued on 21 December and signed by the diocesan secretary, Jatau Joseph. The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora, which owns St Mary's Catholic School, Papiri, Niger State, has confirmed the release of a second batch of people abducted from the school on 21 November. The confirmation was contained in
- [Nigeria: Govt Secures Release of Remaining 130 Abducted Schoolgirls, Teachers in Niger](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-govt-secures-release-of-remaining-130-abducted-schoolgirls-teachers-in-niger/) - State forces, coordinated by the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), have successfully secured the release of the remaining students and teachers abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School, Papiri, in Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State, sources familiar with the operation, have said. The rescue operation confirmed that all remaining victims taken during
- [Somalia to Assume UN Security Council Presidency in January 2026](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-to-assume-un-security-council-presidency-in-january-2026/) - Mogadishu, Dec 22 — Somalia will take over the rotating presidency of the United Nations Security Council in January 2026, marking a landmark diplomatic moment for the country and elevating its voice on the international stage. During its presidency, Somalia will help set the council's agenda, chair high-level meetings, and oversee discussions on critical global
- [Kenya: Gen Z Protest Victims Blocked From Marching to State House, Several Arrested](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-gen-z-protest-victims-blocked-from-marching-to-state-house-several-arrested/) - Nairobi — A group of individuals affected by the Gen Z protests attempted to march to State House, Nairobi, on December 22, but were blocked by anti-riot police. According to witnesses, police intervened to prevent the protesters from reaching the State House grounds, citing security concerns. Some of the demonstrators were subsequently arrested during the
- [Trump Recalls U.S. Ambassadors From Nigeria, 29 Other Countries](https://breakingafricanews.com/trump-recalls-u-s-ambassadors-from-nigeria-29-other-countries/) - Africa is the most affected continent, with US ambassadors from 15 countries recalled. The United States President, Donald Trump, has recalled nearly 30 career diplomats from ambassadorial and other senior embassy postings, including Nigeria, in a move aimed at reshaping Washington's diplomatic posture in line with his "America First" priorities. The ambassadorial recalls were first
- [Africa Cup of Nations moves to 4-year cycle](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-cup-of-nations-moves-to-4-year-cycle/) - African soccer is getting a major shake-up with the creation of the African Nations League and conversion of the biennial Africa Cup of Nations to a four-year cycle. Patrice Motsepe, the president of the Confederation of African Football, announced the changes Saturday during his press conference ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup hosted by Morocco.
- [AFCON 2025 kicks off: Morocco ready to host the continent](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-2025-kicks-off-morocco-ready-to-host-the-continent/) - After months of anticipation, the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finally kicks off today in Morocco. Twenty-four teams, six host cities, nine stadiums and a football-mad nation are ready to welcome the continent for Africa's biggest tournament. The four-week tournament has been framed as a high-visibility dress rehearsal for the World Cup in 2030, when
- [Burkina Faso starts building first expressway in push to modernize](https://breakingafricanews.com/burkina-faso-starts-building-first-expressway-in-push-to-modernize/) - Approximately 332 km long, Burkina Faso's first expressway will connect the capital Ouagadougou and Bobo Dioulasso in the country's south-west. Burkina Faso's army ruler Captain Ibrahim Traore inauguarated its construction near Ouagadougou. The project is under his Faso Mebo initiative, an ambitious plan to modernize the Sahel country. With at least $357 million earmarked in
- [9 killed, 10 wounded in South Africa pub shooting](https://breakingafricanews.com/9-killed-10-wounded-in-south-africa-pub-shooting/) - Nine people have died and at least 10 others were wounded after a group of gunmen carried out a shooting at a South African pub during the early hours of Sunday, authorities said. The incident occurred just before 1 a.m. in the township of Bekkersdal which is located 46 kilometers (28 miles) west of Johannesburg.
- [Egypt's el-Sissi urges UN Security Council reforms for Africa's larger role](https://breakingafricanews.com/egypts-el-sissi-urges-un-security-council-reforms-for-africas-larger-role/) - Egypt’s President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi on Saturday reiterated calls for structural changes in the U.N Security Council to grant Africa a larger role in shaping global decisions. El-Sissi made the plea for a “more pluralistic” world order at a conference of the Russia-Africa partnership held in Cairo, which was attended by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov
- [Abuja celebrates the sound of peace and unity with “Reggae”](https://breakingafricanews.com/abuja-celebrates-the-sound-of-peace-and-unity-with-reggae/) - As the rest of the world prepares for the end of the year festive period, Reggae fans and artists gathered in Abuja, Nigeria to celebrate Reggae festival 2025. With its signature rhythm and beats, the genre has reached far beyond its Caribbean origins, becoming a global phenomenon that transcends cultural and geographic boundaries. Reggae Artist,
- [Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger launch Sahel regional force](https://breakingafricanews.com/burkina-faso-mali-and-niger-launch-sahel-regional-force/) - At an airforce base in Bamako, Mali's army ruler General Assimi Goita presided over a ceremony marking the creation of a unified force for the Sahel countries. The force is the latest in a series of measures by Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger to achieve closer integration. The three countries are all led by juntas
- [Egypt coach backs Salah ahead of AFCON opener against Zimbabwe](https://breakingafricanews.com/egypt-coach-backs-salah-ahead-of-afcon-opener-against-zimbabwe/) - On the heels of a very public falling out with Liverpool’s head coach Arne Slot, Egypt captain Mohamed Salah received a warm welcome at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Egypt is getting ready to face Zimbabwe on Monday night as they open their quest for a record eighth crown at the tournament. "Salah
- [130 kidnapped Nigerian students freed after one month in captivity](https://breakingafricanews.com/130-kidnapped-nigerian-students-freed-after-one-month-in-captivity/) - After one month in captivity, 130 Nigerian schoolchildren abducted in Niger state have been released, President Bola Tinubu’s office said on Sunday. A spokesperson said they were freed after a “military-intelligence driven operation” and are expected to arrive in Niger's state capital Minna on Monday. The children were among more than 300 people kidnapped from
- [Morocco celebrate 2-0 win over Comoros as host nation's AFCON campaign gets underway](https://breakingafricanews.com/morocco-celebrate-2-0-win-over-comoros-as-host-nations-afcon-campaign-gets-underway/) - After a spectacular opening ceremony, Morocco kicked off its Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a convincing 2-0 victory over Comoros. Outside the stadium, fans erupted with joy and continued the celebrations well beyond the stands. "Moroccans are passionate about football," one happy fan told Africanews. "It's a footballing nation. It's great fun. It's my
- [Sudan calls for RSF to be classified as terrorist group at Russia-Africa partnership forum](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-calls-for-rsf-to-be-classified-as-terrorist-group-at-russia-africa-partnership-forum/) - Sudan has called for the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to be classified as a terrorist group and held accountable for its actions against Sudanese citizens. Khartoum pointed the finger at the United Arab Emirates (UAE), accusing the Gulf nation of providing funding and weapons to the group. Sudan made the appeal at the Russia-Africa
- [Russian general killed in car bomb in southern Moscow](https://breakingafricanews.com/russian-general-killed-in-car-bomb-in-southern-moscow/) - A Russian general was killed on Monday morning when a bomb exploded beneath his car. Local investigators say that Ukraine may be behind the attack. Russian media reported that a car exploded in a parking lot in southern Moscow at about 7 am. “We have opened a criminal case in connection with a car bombing
- [Nigeria/Morocco: Davido to Headline Afcon 2025 Kick-Off Concert in Rabat](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-morocco-davido-to-headline-afcon-2025-kick-off-concert-in-rabat/) - Davido is set to perform alongside hip-hop superstar French Montana, Moroccan singer Douaa Lahyaoui, French-Moroccan hitmaker Lartiste, and emerging star Says'z. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced Nigerian music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, as a headline performer for the kick-off concert of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in
- [Somalia: Somali Fisheries Minister Meets Turkish Counterpart in Ankara to Strengthen Cooperation](https://breakingafricanews.com/somalia-somali-fisheries-minister-meets-turkish-counterpart-in-ankara-to-strengthen-cooperation/) - Ankara, Turkey — Somalia's Minister of Fisheries and Blue Economy, Ahmed Hassan Aden, held a productive meeting in Ankara with Turkey's Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, İbrahim Yumakli, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation between the two ministries, officials said. The talks emphasized accelerating the implementation of previously agreed-upon agreements, particularly the Cooperation and
- [Kenya: Kindiki Says KWS Revenue Projected to Rise to Sh11bn As Conservation Reforms Pay Off](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-kindiki-says-kws-revenue-projected-to-rise-to-sh11bn-as-conservation-reforms-pay-off/) - Nairobi — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said Kenya is reaping the benefits of a renewed focus on modern, technology-driven wildlife conservation, citing rising tourism numbers, improved revenue collection and declining human-wildlife conflict. Speaking on Friday while presiding over the pass-out parade of 147 cadet officers and 103 junior officers at the Kenya Wildlife Service
- [Nigeria: Burna Boy, Olamide Earn Spots On Obama's Favourite Songs List for 2025](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-burna-boy-olamide-earn-spots-on-obamas-favourite-songs-list-for-2025/) - Former United States President Barack Obama has unveiled his yearly compilation of favourite books, films and songs, continuing a tradition he began while in office. The list, released on Thursday, features Nigerian Afrobeats heavyweights Burna Boy and Olamide among the standout acts selected for his 2025 music picks. Announcing the release on his X handle,
- [South Africa: Be Vigilant As Heavy Rainfall Expected Over Festive Season](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-be-vigilant-as-heavy-rainfall-expected-over-festive-season/) - Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has called for heightened vigilance as above-normal rainfall and thunderstorms are expected during the festive season. According to current weather forecasts, above-normal rainfall is expected across the central and eastern parts of South Africa, accompanied by warm to cool conditions across the country. The Highveld is
- [Africa: Mashatile Hails Mafolo's Role in Shaping Democratic South Africa](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-mashatile-hails-mafolos-role-in-shaping-democratic-south-africa/) - Deputy President Paul Mashatile has paid tribute to late ANC stalwart and intellectual Magashe Titus Mafolo, describing him as a principled leader whose life's work helped shape South Africa's democratic governance, intellectual thought and African identity. The Deputy President was delivering the eulogy at the funeral service of Magashe Titus Mafolo, held in Irene, Pretoria,
- [Africa: South Africa Defends Immigration Enforcement, Engages U.S. Over Data Allegations](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-south-africa-defends-immigration-enforcement-engages-u-s-over-data-allegations/) - South Africa has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing its immigration laws and upholding national sovereignty, while indicating that allegations involving the private data of United States officials will be addressed through diplomatic channels. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) said the recent deportation of seven Kenyan nationals
- [Kenya: 'Kenya Will Transition to First World, Confident Kindiki Says](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-kenya-will-transition-to-first-world-confident-kindiki-says/) - Nairobi — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has pushed back against critics who dismiss Kenya's ambition to attain first-world status, insisting the country is firmly on course to become a developed economy within the lifetime of the current generation. Kindiki said pessimistic comparisons that cite Singapore's small size to argue Kenya cannot follow a similar path
- [Nigeria: FCCPC Unseals Ikeja Electric Hqtrs After Compliance Undertaking On Consumer Rights](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-fccpc-unseals-ikeja-electric-hqtrs-after-compliance-undertaking-on-consumer-rights/) - The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, FCCPC, has lifted the seal placed on the headquarters of Ikeja Electric Plc after the power firm agreed to comply with regulatory directives over consumer rights violations. The Commission, in a statement issued on Friday and signed by its Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, stated that the
- [Nigeria: Tinubu Write NASS Again Seeks Repeal, Re-Enactment of 2024, 2025 Budgets](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-tinubu-write-nass-again-seeks-repeal-re-enactment-of-2024-2025-budgets/) - President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has transmitted fresh Appropriation (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bills for the 2024 and 2025 fiscal years to the House of Representatives, seeking legislative approval to reset Nigeria's budget framework in line with current fiscal realities, improve implementation discipline and end the overlap of multiple running budgets. In a letter dated December 18,
- [Nigeria: Ondo Magistrates Begin Strike January Over Judicial Autonomy](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-ondo-magistrates-begin-strike-january-over-judicial-autonomy/) - The Coalition of Magistrates, Presidents of Grade 'A' Customary Courts and Legal Research Officers across Ondo State, are to withdraw their services with effect from January 5, 2026. This was sequel to what they described as the "continued lip service by the State Executive to the issue of financial autonomy for the Judiciary." According to
- [South Africa: DJ Warras Murder Sparks Protest and State of Emergency Call](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-africa-dj-warras-murder-sparks-protest-and-state-of-emergency-call/) - The March and March Movement held a picket in Durban on Friday to honour DJ Warras and to demand action from the government. The group's leader, Jacinta Ngobese Zuma, said the government must take responsibility for the murder of the popular DJ because of its failure to tackle hijacked buildings and illegal immigration. "We are
- [Liberia: Boakai Says 'Presidential Villa' Project Began Without His Knowledge - Provides Clarity](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-boakai-says-presidential-villa-project-began-without-his-knowledge-provides-clarity/) - MONROVIA — President Joseph Nyuma Boakai says a major, highly secured construction project in his hometown of Foya began without his knowledge, a striking admission that has raises national and international concern over who authorized the project, how it is being funded, and whether Liberia's executive oversight mechanisms are functioning as promised under the country's
- [South Sudan: UN Staff Member Killed Detained By South Sudanese Security Forces](https://breakingafricanews.com/south-sudan-un-staff-member-killed-detained-by-south-sudanese-security-forces/) - Juba — Tensions have risen between the Government of South Sudan and the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) following the death, under circumstances that remain unclear, of a mission staff member who had been detained by local security forces. "UNMISS strongly condemns the killing of one of its staff in Wau, Western Bahr
- [Nigeria Exceeds Global Targets On Neglected Tropical Diseases - Official](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-exceeds-global-targets-on-neglected-tropical-diseases-official/) - Nigeria has recorded notable progress in the fight against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), exceeding global targets for lymphatic filariasis and onchocerciasis, as a Gates Foundation-supported project officially concluded. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Salako, disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja at the close-out ceremony and virtual results presentation of the
- [Christmas lights attract Lagos residents despite violence and rising costs](https://breakingafricanews.com/christmas-lights-attract-lagos-residents-despite-violence-and-rising-costs/) - Families and friends posed for photos and short videos along decorated streets, near illuminated trees, reindeer figures and tunnels of light. The scenes felt relaxed, even cheerful, despite ongoing worries about insecurity and rising living costs across the country. Christmas light displays have spread across the city. Eko Hotels & Suites and Maltina are hosting
- [Christmas hymns return to Bethlehem after ceasefire brings brief respite](https://breakingafricanews.com/christmas-hymns-return-to-bethlehem-after-ceasefire-brings-brief-respite/) - At midnight on Christmas Eve, the ancient walls of Bethlehem’s Church of the Nativity will once again echo with the traditional hymn “Laylat al Milad” — The Night of Christmas — sung in the grotto where Christians believe Jesus Christ was born. For local choirs rehearsing ahead of the service, the words carry renewed meaning
- [Egypt's Prime Minister Madbouly meets Lebanese President Aoun](https://breakingafricanews.com/egypts-prime-minister-madbouly-meets-lebanese-president-aoun/) - Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Friday, underscoring Cairo’s commitment to Lebanon’s security and stability amid regional tensions. Egypt is doing all it can to prevent further escalation between Lebanon and Israel amid tension between the two neighbors over the disarmament process of the militant Hezbollah group, the country’s
- [French farmers protest outside Macron’s over EU-Mercosur deal](https://breakingafricanews.com/french-farmers-protest-outside-macrons-over-eu-mercosur-deal/) - French farmers staged an early-morning protest on Friday outside President Emmanuel Macron’s residence in the seaside town of Le Touquet, despite a delay in the signing of the controversial EU-Mercosur trade agreement. At the call of the main farming union FNSEA and the Young Farmers group, around fifty farmers gathered on the seafront from as
- [Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul make weight ahead of Miami showdown](https://breakingafricanews.com/anthony-joshua-and-jake-paul-make-weight-ahead-of-miami-showdown/) - YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul and former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua made weight on Thursday for their bout on 19 December. Joshua weighed 243 pounds at their Thursday weigh-in, while Paul was 216. The heavyweight tilt, which will consist of eight three-minute rounds, will take place at Kaseya Center in Miami and will be streamed live
- [Greece rescues 545 migrants off Crete after distress call](https://breakingafricanews.com/greece-rescues-545-migrants-off-crete-after-distress-call/) - Greek authorities carried out a major rescue operation early on Friday morning, after a vessel carrying 545 migrants sent out a distress signal off the coast of Gavdos islant, south of Crete. The Hellenic Coast Guard responded immediately, deploying three patrol boats, supported by three Frontex vessels and three nearby commercial ships. All passengers, mostly
- [Rubio acknowledges setbacks in DRC-Rwanda deal, urges compliance](https://breakingafricanews.com/rubio-acknowledges-setbacks-in-drc-rwanda-deal-urges-compliance/) - Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged the backsliding on the peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda. President Donald Trump has included the conflict in a list of wars he insists he has ended. Fighting continues. Rubio says administration officials remain engaged and “have asked our friends on the Hill, both Republicans
- [AFCON 2025: Gabon lands in Morocco without Aubameyang](https://breakingafricanews.com/afcon-2025-gabon-lands-in-morocco-without-aubameyang/) - Gabon's national team arrived in Casablanca on Friday to start final preparation ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations opener. The team coached by Thierry Mouyouma will start their tournament against Cameroon on December 24th. Mozambique and defending champions Ivory Coast are also in Group F. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is expected to miss Gabon's opener after
- [Gaza: Egypt, Russia urge strict implementation of ceasefire deal](https://breakingafricanews.com/gaza-egypt-russia-urge-strict-implementation-of-ceasefire-deal/) - Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov discussed Friday the importance of maintaining a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip to ensure stability in the region. Speaking during a joint news conference with Lavrov on the sidelines of the Second Ministerial Conference of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum in Cairo, Abdelatty said Egypt
- [UN urges Rwanda to leave eastern Congo, extends peacekeeping mission for a year](https://breakingafricanews.com/un-urges-rwanda-to-leave-eastern-congo-extends-peacekeeping-mission-for-a-year/) - The U.N. Security Council has urged Rwanda to withdraw its forces from eastern Congo and extended the U.N. peacekeeping mission in Congo, known as MONUSCO, for a year, as fighting in the region escalated despite a peace deal. The U.N.’s most powerful body on Friday condemned an offensive by the Rwanda-backed M23, demanded Rwanda stop
- [Zimbabwe: Police Offer Reward As Hunt Intensifies for Murder Suspect](https://breakingafricanews.com/zimbabwe-police-offer-reward-as-hunt-intensifies-for-murder-suspect/) - The Zimbabwe Republic Police has announced a reward for information leading to the arrest of a man wanted in connection with a brutal murders in Mashonaland Central province. In a statement, the (ZRP) said it was seeking the whereabouts of Anymore Zvitsva (32) who is suspected of murdering a 55-year-old woman and a six-month-old infant
- [Liberia: Macdella Cooper Confirms Romantic Relationship With House Speaker During Southeastern Tour](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-macdella-cooper-confirms-romantic-relationship-with-house-speaker-during-southeastern-tour/) - Macdella Cooper, senior political adviser to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, has publicly confirmed that she is in a romantic relationship with House Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon, ending months of speculation about the pair. Cooper made the disclosure in Zwedru during the Speaker's ongoing southeastern tour, where he has been meeting local leaders, lawmakers and residents
- [Liberia: Supreme Court Denies Tweah, Other Nat'l Security Immunity Rights Contention](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-supreme-court-denies-tweah-other-natl-security-immunity-rights-contention/) - The Supreme Court has mandated the lower court, Criminal Court 'C' to resume jurisdiction over the US$6 million corruption case involving former Finance Minister Samuel Tweah, and other former members of the National Security Council (NSC) who served under former President George Weah's administration( petitioners) The higher court took the decision after denying their claim,
- [Nigeria: INEC Wades Into PDP Leadership Crisis, Summons Factions](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-inec-wades-into-pdp-leadership-crisis-summons-factions/) - The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has summoned the two warring factions of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for a troubleshooting meeting at the commission's headquarters in Abuja. The meeting, which is currently underway, has the Tanimu Turaki-led faction and the Nyesom Wike-backed Abdulrahman Mohammed faction. Some of those who accompanied Turaki are members of
- [U.S. Warns Against Harassment of Officials After South Africa Detains Kenyan Visa Contractors](https://breakingafricanews.com/u-s-warns-against-harassment-of-officials-after-south-africa-detains-kenyan-visa-contractors/) - Nairobi — The United States has warned that it will not tolerate the harassment or public exposure of personal details of its officials abroad, condemning what it described as unacceptable actions by the South African government following a recent law enforcement operation in Johannesburg. In a statement issued Thursday, the U.S. State Department said it
- [Africa Calls for Equitable Access to Long-Acting HIV Innovations At UNAIDS Meeting in Brazil](https://breakingafricanews.com/africa-calls-for-equitable-access-to-long-acting-hiv-innovations-at-unaids-meeting-in-brazil/) - Nairobi — African countries have renewed calls for equitable, affordable, and timely access to long-acting HIV prevention and treatment innovations, warning that scientific breakthroughs alone will not end the epidemic without deliberate action to close access and affordability gaps. The call was made during a high-level UNAIDS meeting in Brazil, where Kenya's National AIDS and
- [Kenya: Nairobi Sounds Alarm Over Recruiters Luring Kenyans Into Russian War Effort](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-nairobi-sounds-alarm-over-recruiters-luring-kenyans-into-russian-war-effort/) - Kenya has pledged to crack down on overseas recruitment networks after hundreds of its citizens were lured to Russia with promises of work, only to be sent to military camps and, in some cases, the front line in Ukraine. The government announced this week that 18 Kenyans who had been sent to fight on the
- [At Least 19 Killed in Borama Protests, Somaliland Authorities Say](https://breakingafricanews.com/at-least-19-killed-in-borama-protests-somaliland-authorities-say/) - Borama — At least 19 people were killed and 214 others wounded in protests earlier this month in the northwestern Somaliland city of Borama after clashes between security forces and demonstrators, authorities said. The toll was announced by the newly appointed Awdal regional governor, Abdirashid Hassan Mataan, during a handover ceremony attended by senior officials
- [Nigerian Air Force C-130 Crew Continues Mission After Burkina Faso Release](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigerian-air-force-c-130-crew-continues-mission-after-burkina-faso-release/) - The Nigerian Air Force C-130 crew, which was earlier detained in Burkina Faso and released on yesterday, has continued its mission from the country to Portugal using the same aircraft. The crew, comprising 11 Nigerian personnel, was on a mission to Portugal for scheduled aircraft maintenance when it made an emergency landing in Burkina Faso.
- [Liberia: Supreme Court Clears Former Justice Minister Frank Musa Dean in Gbarpolu Diamond Case](https://breakingafricanews.com/liberia-supreme-court-clears-former-justice-minister-frank-musa-dean-in-gbarpolu-diamond-case/) - The Supreme Court of Liberia has cleared former Justice Minister and Attorney General Cllr. Frank Musa Dean of allegations linked to the sale of a 53.34-carat diamond discovered in Gbarpolu County, ruling that he was improperly targeted in enforcement actions stemming from an earlier judgment. In a decision delivered Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, the court's
- [Kenya Eyes UAE's $1 Billion Ai Initiative to Boost Digital, Health and Agriculture Sectors](https://breakingafricanews.com/kenya-eyes-uaes-1-billion-ai-initiative-to-boost-digital-health-and-agriculture-sectors/) - Nairobi — Kenya could be among the key beneficiaries of the United Arab Emirates' newly announced US$1 billion Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Development initiative, a move that aligns closely with Nairobi's ambitions to translate AI policy into large-scale implementation. The fund was unveiled at the G20 Summit by Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al
- [Belgian-Moroccan photographer Mous Lamrabat blurs cultural boundaries in 'Moustalgia' exhibition](https://breakingafricanews.com/belgian-moroccan-photographer-mous-lamrabat-blurs-cultural-boundaries-in-moustalgia-exhibition/) - Born in Morocco and raised in Belgium, photographer Mous Lamrabat has made it his mission to explore how cultural symbols shape desire and visibility, particularly for marginalised communities. His new exhibition 'Moustalgia' is on display at the FACES Galerie in Marseille until 18 January. Mous Lamrabat’s photographs are instantly recognisable. Bright colors, clean compositions, and
- [A look at four female directors making waves in Arab cinema](https://breakingafricanews.com/a-look-at-four-female-directors-making-waves-in-arab-cinema/) - Arab female film directors have helped change the landscape of Arab cinema in recent years, presenting stories that haven't been told before and claiming space in an industry in a region that rarely makes room for women to grow. Four influential female directors took part in this year's Red Sea Film Festival in Jeddah, paving
- [Morocco step up AFCON 2025 preparations ahead of Comoros opener](https://breakingafricanews.com/morocco-step-up-afcon-2025-preparations-ahead-of-comoros-opener/) - Morocco’s national football team has stepped up preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, holding a fresh training session on Wednesday at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat. The session comes just days before the tournament kicks off next Sunday, when the Atlas Lions face Comoros in their opening match at the Prince
- [Sarajevo faces severe pollution and fog, residents advised to stay indoors](https://breakingafricanews.com/sarajevo-faces-severe-pollution-and-fog-residents-advised-to-stay-indoors/) - Bosnia and Herzegovina's capital woke up to disruption as Sarajevo faces severe air pollution issues. Festive lights were switched off, children were told to stay indoors and outdoor construction was halted as visibility dropped across the valley city. Several flights were cancelled and traffic slowed during the morning rush hour, while some residents wore face
- [Nigeria issues formal apology to Burkina Faso over airspace violation](https://breakingafricanews.com/nigeria-issues-formal-apology-to-burkina-faso-over-airspace-violation/) - Nigeria’s foreign minister, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, travelled to Ouagadougou on Wednesday, 17 December 2025, to deliver an official apology after a Nigerian military aircraft violated the airspace of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). Tuggar was received by Burkina Faso’s president, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, to whom he conveyed Abuja’s regret over the incident, which had
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- [Football: Morocco wins Arab Cup, is Africa Cup next?](https://breakingafricanews.com/football-morocco-wins-arab-cup-is-africa-cup-next/) - Morocco won the Arab Cup on Thursday night after a tight match against Jordan in Qatar. Fans back home in Rabat were ecstatic, with many already setting their sights on the next trophy: the Africa Cup. Immense joy in the streets of Rabat this Thursday evening. By the hundreds, Morocco supporters flood toward Mohamed V
- [Sudan: UN says RSF killed 1,000 civilians in Zamzam refugee camp in April](https://breakingafricanews.com/sudan-un-says-rsf-killed-1000-civilians-in-zamzam-refugee-camp-in-april/) - A UN report released on Thursday said that the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) had killed at least 1,000 civilians during a three-day attack on the Zamzam refugee camp in Sudan's Darfur region last April. It's yet another accusation of serious human rights violations for the RSF: the UN Human Rights Office released a report
- [Russian bombs hit Zaporizhzhia, wounding 35 and intensifying frontline battles](https://breakingafricanews.com/russian-bombs-hit-zaporizhzhia-wounding-35-and-intensifying-frontline-battles/) - At least 35 people were wounded in Zaporizhzhia, including five children, after residential buildings, infrastructure and an educational site were hit. Fires broke out and rescue teams worked through unstable structures. Fighting also intensified along the wider Zaporizhzhia frontline, where Russian forces pushed assaults near Huliaipole and Orikhiv but made no confirmed gains. Ukrainian drone
- [Bulgarian protests continue, citizens demand end to corruption and fair judiciary](https://breakingafricanews.com/bulgarian-protests-continue-citizens-demand-end-to-corruption-and-fair-judiciary/) - Although the Bulgarian cabinet stepped down on 12 December, protesters in the capital and other cities remain in the streets. They are calling for an independent judiciary and an end to widespread corruption. This movement gained pace after the government tried to push through a controversial budget with higher taxes, and the public is now
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