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Police summon Zambian opposition leader for questioning after disputed vote

Aug 27, 2026

Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile has been summoned for questioning by police over an alleged national security threat. Mundubile lost to incumbent Hakainde Hichilema in last week's presidential election and has vowed to challenge the results in court.

Tanzanian opposition leader to face trial on treason charges

Aug 27, 2026

Tundu Lissu has been detained since April last year for allegedly inciting the public to boycott the November elections.

South African police arrest five people in $37 million drug bust

Aug 27, 2026

The suspects were allegedly operating a multimillion-dollar crystal methamphetamine manufacturing operation on a farm in Limpopo province.

Guinea-Bissau opposition calls for boycott of constitutional referendum

Aug 27, 2026

Guinea-Bissau’s opposition PAIGC is calling for a boycott of the country’s upcoming constitutional referendum, citing fears of rigged vote.

Algerian police seize 33 kg of cocaine in major drug bust

Aug 27, 2026

Algerian police released video on Thursday reportedly showing the results of a major drug bust. Police said they seized some 33 kilos of cocaine and more than 10 million capsules of the psychotropic substance pregabalin.

Eyewitnessess describe moments before deadly Kenya helicopter crash

Aug 27, 2026

Residents of Samburu County in northern Kenya have been describing the moments before a deadly helicopter crash that killed all seven people on board.

AfriForum, March and March form &#x2018collaborative working group&#x2019

Aug 20, 2026

Lobby groups AfriForum and the March and March movement have agreed to jointly pursue &#x201Clegal matters of mutual interest&#x201D, and to support each other on issues related to the rule of law and the fight against crime in communities, including illegal immigration.

Kenya opposition draws large crowds despite efforts to disrupt rally

Aug 20, 2026

Leaders of Kenya's opposition Linda Mwananchi movement brought their message of political change to Homa Bay County on Sunday, despite coordinated efforts to disrupt their rallies.

South Sudan steps up Ebola preparedness along porous DRC border

Aug 20, 2026

South Sudan is strengthening Ebola surveillance along its border with the DRC, where heavy cross-border movement and informal routes pose challenges. UN officials and local authorities say preparedness and coordination are key to preventing the virus from entering the country.

Senegal tightens asset disclosure rules amid Faye-Sonko rift

Aug 20, 2026

Senegal’s parliament has approved a law requiring the president, prime minister and speaker of parliament to declare and publish their assets both when taking office and when leaving, amid a growing political rift between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and former prime minister Ousmane Sonko.

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