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Kim Jong Un signals nuclear ambitions and party reforms at key congress
Edited By: Aminata Diallo North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Thursday opened the ninth congress of the ruling Workers’ Party, the country’s most important political gathering held every five years to set major national policies. In his opening speech, Kim described the congress as a “historic turning point” in advancing the socialist cause, saying […]
Norway redeploys troops from Middle East as regional tensions escalate
Edited By: Tendai Zola Norway has decided to redeploy around 60 troops stationed in the Middle East due to the deteriorating security situation in the region, a spokesperson for the Norwegian armed forces said on Friday. Norwegian personnel are currently deployed across several locations in Iraq and neighbouring countries, where they mainly carry out training […]
Sudan drone strikes wound dozens and force MSF withdrawal from parts of Darfur
Edited By: Africa Eye Drone strikes linked to Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have intensified in several regions, raising concerns over civilian safety and humanitarian access. A Sudanese military source reported that an RSF drone targeted the city of Al-Duweim in White Nile state, while the medical charity Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) said it recently […]
Uvira residents urge reopening of Burundi border as livelihoods collapse
Edited By: Sekou Kagné Daily life in Uvira, a city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, has slowed dramatically since the closure of the border with Burundi on December 10. Once a vibrant hub of cross-border trade, the city now faces economic stagnation as commercial exchanges — a key source of income for many residents […]
Prince Andrew released by police but remains under investigation in Epstein-linked inquiry
Edited By: Aminata Diallo British police announced on Thursday evening the release of former Prince Andrew after he spent several hours in custody over suspected “irregularities during the performance of official duties” linked to the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. Authorities said the brother of King Charles III was released while remaining under investigation. British media, including […]
Trump to decide within weeks on potential strike against Iran
Edited By: Sekou Kagné U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he will decide within the next 10 to 15 days whether the United States will launch a military strike on Iran, as tensions between the two long-standing rivals continue to rise. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump indicated that the two-week […]
US Pledges $10 Billion to Gaza Peace Council
Edited By: Sekou Kagné U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that the United States will allocate $10 billion to a body referred to as the “Peace Council,” an initiative he established to support stability efforts in Gaza. The announcement was made during the council’s inaugural meeting, which brought together around twenty world leaders alongside […]
Why Gabon Temporarily Suspended Facebook and Other Social Media Platforms
Edited By: Aya Selene Gabonese authorities have taken responsibility for the decision to suspend several social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok, describing the move as temporary and aimed at regulating digital spaces and improving the quality of public debate. Presidential spokesperson Théophane Zamie-Nze Biyoghe said the measure was not a permanent ban but a […]
INTERPOL Arrests Over 650 Cybercrime Suspects Across Africa
Edited By: Aya Selene Police forces across 16 African countries have arrested more than 650 suspected cybercriminals and seized over $4.3 million during a major international crackdown on online scams. The operation, known as Operation Red Card 2.0, was coordinated by INTERPOL between December 2025 and late January 2026. It targeted criminal networks involved in […]
Cocoa Prices Drop, but Chocolate Costs Remain Stable Worldwide
Edited By: Adjoa Nanyé Global cocoa prices have fallen by about 10%, reaching their lowest level in two and a half years, amid reports of rising unsold stockpiles in Côte d’Ivoire, the world’s largest cocoa producer. Traders cited rumors that cocoa warehouses in the country are full, with long queues of trucks waiting to unload […]
Kenya Launches Lenacapavir, an Innovative HIV Prevention Treatment
Edited By: Aminata Diallo Kenya is set to introduce a new HIV prevention treatment in March across 15 priority regions, the Ministry of Health announced, marking a significant step in strengthening the country’s response to the epidemic. The country received an initial shipment of 21,000 doses through an agreement involving the U.S. pharmaceutical company Gilead […]
Former U.S. Ambassador Says Trump Losing Global Ground to China and Russia
Edited By: Tendai Zola A former U.S. ambassador has argued that President Donald Trump weakened America’s global position, allowing China and Russia to gain influence as Washington shifted away from its traditional commitment to democratic values and the rules-based international order. In an opinion piece, former U.S. ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel wrote that Trump […]
Australian Man Jailed for Attempting to Smuggle Dozens of Lizards in Popcorn Bags
Edited By: Africa Eye A Sydney court has sentenced an Australian man to eight years in prison for attempting to smuggle dozens of native reptiles overseas by concealing them in popcorn bags and biscuit boxes, authorities announced Tuesday. Federal environmental officials described the sentence handed down to Neil Simpson, 61, as unprecedented in wildlife trafficking […]
Greece Considers Establishing Return Centers in Africa for Rejected Asylum Seekers
Edited By: Tendai Zola Greece is working with Germany, the Netherlands, Austria, and Denmark on plans to establish return centers for migrants whose asylum applications have been rejected, potentially located in African countries. Greek Migration Minister Thanos Plevris said ministerial meetings had already taken place and that technical teams would soon convene to develop a […]
Fake Funeral Foils Attempt to Smuggle Charcoal in Malawi
Edited By: Sekou Kagné Authorities in Malawi have thwarted what officials described as one of the country’s most elaborate illegal charcoal smuggling attempts, after intercepting a hearse carrying charcoal under the guise of a fake funeral procession. The vehicle was stopped at a roadblock in Chikwawa district, about 40 kilometers from the commercial city […]