Central-Africa
Kenyans Lured into Russia-Ukraine War, Faced ‘Fight or Die’ Ultimatum
Dancan Chege left Kimende, a small town in Kenya’s Kiambu County, expecting to drive trucks in Russia. Within days, he…
Eye on Africa
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Somalia
North Western State of Somalia Says It Thwarted Network Opposing Recognition of Israel
North Western State of Somalia says it dismantled foreign-funded network aimed at undermining Israel recognition Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Hargeisa…
West-Africa
Liberian Opposition Claims Scheme to Exclude Weah from Upcoming Election
Political Tensions Rise Over Proposed Criminal Procedure Law in Liberia The political landscape in Liberia is experiencing turbulent shifts as…
East-Africa
Al-Azhar Observatory warns of escalating Al-Shabaab threat on Somalia-Kenya border
Al-Azhar warns of Ramadan terror escalation as Al-Shabaab executes 10, Kenya says Nairobi plot foiled The Al-Azhar Observatory for Combating…
East-Africa
Many Malawi MPs Missing Parliamentary Sessions in Alarming New Pattern
More than 150 lawmakers were absent at the start of official proceedings in the Malawi Parliament, lawmakers and observers reported,…
Somalia
Somali Cable TV Journalist Arrested by Mogadishu Police
Somali journalist Abdihafid Nur Barre arrested in Mogadishu; opposition figures decry media crackdown Tuesday February 24, 2026 MOGADISHU, Somalia —…
North-Africa
Report Reveals U.S. Slashing Aid to Seven African Nations
The Trump administration is canceling humanitarian aid programs it previously identified as lifesaving, according to an internal State Department email…
North-Africa
Report: U.S. cuts aid to seven African nations
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is canceling humanitarian aid programs it previously identified as lifesaving, according to an internal State…
West-Africa
U.S. Congress Urges Response Following Nigeria Genocide Allegations Report
U.S. House Committees Urge Action on Religious Persecution in Nigeria U.S. House committees investigating the alleged persecution of Christians in…
Central-Africa
Chad Shuts Borders with Sudan Amid Escalating Conflict
Chad Closes Eastern Border Amid Escalating Sudanese Conflict Chad has closed its eastern border with Sudan in response to escalating…
Somalia
Northeastern administration outlines plans to hold local elections
Puntland State backs federal-led local council elections, warns against interference MOGADISHU, Somalia — Puntland State’s Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs…
