Iran feels economic strain as Strait of Hormuz tensions deepen
Fallout from the strikes – alongside a monthslong internet cut imposed by the government – is spurring mass job losses and business closures.
Nigerian actor Alexx Ekubo dies at 40, industry mourns
Nigerian actor Alexx Ekubo has died at the age of 40, according to colleagues and close associates who confirmed the news on Tuesday.
Pacific island nation of Nauru proposes name change in break from colonial past
Pacific island Nauru said it will hold a referendum to change its official name, described as a colonial relic from a time when "foreign tongues" mangled the native language.
Ghana to repatriate hundreds of citizens from South Africa
The decision follows the recent wave of protests against foreign nationals in several cities across the country.
Yamal waves Palestinian flag as Barcelona coach Flick defends choice
Barcelona's Yamine Lamal has come under sharp criticism for waving a Palestinian flag during the road show celebration, winning the La Liga title.
Burkina Faso’s military rulers intensify crackdown on civil society groups
On Tuesday, it announced the suspension of a further 247 associations bringing to more than 900 the number closed or dissolved since last month.
Ghana MP detained in Netherlands over alleged $32m FBI probe
Ghanaian Member of Parliament Kwame Ohene Frimpong has been detained at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, according to a statement from Ghana’s Parliament.
President Macron faces backlash after summit outburst
French President Emmanuel Macron is facing backlash after he interrupted a panel at the Africa Forward Summit in Kenya to demand silence from the audience.
Nigeria: Govt, IOCs Raise Crude Supply to Dangote Refinery, Others By 103% in 4 Months
[This Day] Abuja -- The federal government, represented by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and International Oil Companies (IOCs) in Nigeria increased crude oil supply to domestic refineries, led by the Dangote Refinery, by over 103 per cent between January and April 2026, THISDAY has learnt.
Haiti residents protest after Cite Soleil clashes displace hundreds
Residents of the Cite Soleil neighborhood in Haiti's capital protested Tuesday, demanding government protection after clashes forced hundreds of people to flee their homes over the weekend.