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Accra and Pretoria at loggerheads over death of Ghanaian national

Jul 7, 2026

A diplomatic row is brewing between Ghana and South Africa over the death of a Ghanaian national in Cape Town.

Nigeria looks to boost security cooperation with Benin and Niger

Jul 7, 2026

Nigeria is working to increase military cooperation with Benin and Niger as jihadists from the Sahel encroach on the country's northwest, the Nigerian defence minister said on Thursday.

Algeria counts votes in legislative poll marked by low turnout

Jul 7, 2026

The electoral board announced on Thursday night a provisional 20-percent turnout. If confirmed, it would account for a record low in comparison to 23 percent in 2021

First batch of 273 Ugandans arrives from South Africa amid unrest

Jul 7, 2026

Uganda has launched the first phase of a large-scale evacuation of its citizens from South Africa, bringing home 273 nationals amid rising anti-illegal immigration protests and xenophobic violence. More charter flights are planned as hundreds more Ugandans seek voluntary repatriation.

Egypt makes history, heartbreak for Cape Verde at World Cup

Jul 7, 2026

Heartbreak for Cape Verde as the World Cup debutants bowed out after a thrilling 3-2 extra-time defeat to defending champions Argentina. The Blue Sharks twice battled back to level the match, pushing Lionel Messi's side to the limit in one of the tournament's biggest surprise performances.

South Africa deploys troops as anti-migrant protests escalate

Jul 7, 2026

South Africa has deployed more than 3,000 soldiers across the country to reinforce security as anti-migrant protests intensify, with organisers vowing to stage demonstrations every week.

Iran begins farewell to Supreme Leader Khamenei

Jul 7, 2026

Before dawn, hundreds of mourners gathered in Tehran as Iran began days of funeral ceremonies for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed months earlier in a joint US-Israeli airstrike.

Jihadists launch fresh offensive across Mali

Jul 7, 2026

Suspected jihadists and Tuareg separatist fighters have launched coordinated attacks across Mali, targeting several towns, military positions and a major prison in a fresh escalation of the country's conflict.

Morocco beats Canada to book a place in the World Cup quarter-finals

Jul 7, 2026

Following their 3-0 victory, the Atlas Lions will now face tournament favourites France, in Boston next Thursday.

Insurgent groups target Malian military installations in fresh attacks

Jul 7, 2026

Al Qaeda ‌affiliate, Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin, and the Tuareg-led Azawad Liberation Front have claimed responsibility.

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