Niger fuel shortages leave drivers stranded in Niamey
Motorists say long petrol-station queues are disrupting work and daily life in the capital, despite assurances that the shortage had ended.
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Zimbabwe’s ZANU-PF endorses Mnangagwa’s leadership beyond 2028
The ruling party backed Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain its leader, amid debate over constitutional changes and the country’s next election.
France calls emergency meeting after protests and looting
France’s prime minister has called an emergency meeting after protests and looting, as demonstrations over living costs and public services continue.
Sudan gold miners recount airstrike that reportedly killed 72
Survivors describe an airstrike near Sudan’s border with Egypt that reportedly killed 72 people. The account and responsibility for the strike remain under investigation.
Joseph Kabila joins new coalition challenging DR Congo government
Former president Joseph Kabila has joined a new political coalition opposing President Félix Tshisekedi, amid the conflict and political crisis in eastern DR Congo.
Sudan’s war forces chronically ill people to choose food or medicine
Conflict and displacement in Sudan are leaving people with chronic illnesses without reliable treatment, forcing families to weigh the cost of food against medicine.
HRW reports abuses against civilians by Mali forces and armed groups
Human Rights Watch says Malian forces, allied foreign fighters and armed groups have committed abuses against civilians during the country’s ongoing conflict.
South Africa investigates suspected illegal rehab centre after 200 found
Police are investigating a suspected illegal rehabilitation centre in Mpumalanga after about 200 people were found there, some reportedly held in chains.
Nigeria army chief visits Borno troops after attack kills 15 soldiers
Nigeria’s army chief visited troops in Borno after an attack left 15 soldiers dead, according to the military, as operations continue in the northeast.
IMF meetings highlight digital access needs in developing countries
Delegates at the IMF and World Bank annual meetings called for stronger digital connectivity, saying access to reliable networks supports development and growth.