Senegal’s Ousmane Sonko mobilizes Pastef ahead of 2027 elections/in /by
Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko held a series of political meetings over the weekend, convening allies and party members to structure his camp ahead of local elections in 2027, while announcing the first-ever congress of his party, Pastef, scheduled for June 6.
Trump presses allies for Strait of Hormuz as major powers push back/in /by
President Donald Trump on Monday urged allied nations to join U.S. efforts to secure the strategic Strait of Hormuz, calling it a "test of loyalty"—but key partners including Britain, Germany, Japan and Australia swiftly distanced themselves from any military role.
Nigeria’s president vows tougher action after deadly Maiduguri attacks/in /by
Nigeria’s president vows tougher action after deadly Maiduguri attacks
Nigeria: Fuel Price Hike – Expert Urges Transport Subsidy, Private Sector Partnership/in /by
[Leadership] Abuja -- A business development consultant, Johnbosco Ezenwa, has called on the federal government to collaborate with the private sector to cushion the impact of rising fuel prices on Nigerians.
Liberia: Govt Adjusts Fuel Prices Amid Global Oil Market Pressure/in /by
[New Dawn] The Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Commerce & Industry in consultation with the Liberia Petroleum Refining Company (LPRC), has announced an increase in the prices of gasoline (PMS) and fuel oil/diesel (AGO) on the Liberian market, with the new rates taking effect March 14, 2026, according to the latest Petroleum Products Monthly Price Circular.
Pope Leo XIV Africa tour to spotlight conflict, justice and inequality/in /by
The head of the Catholic Church will travel to four countries — Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea — delivering seven masses and 11 speeches during the multi-day trip
Hunger and fear in Khan Younis as Gaza families depend on aid to survive/in /by
In Gaza, scarce aid, soaring prices and dangerous shelters leave families reliant on soup kitchens, struggling to find even one meal during Ramadan.
Maiduguri suicide bombings leave dozens injured as violence returns/in /by
Authorities say investigations are ongoing, as security forces tighten controls across Maiduguri amid concerns that the fragile peace in the region may be unraveling.
Nigeria lassa fever death rate rises despite fewer cases/in /by
As Nigeria continues to battle an outbreak of Lassa fever, the number of new infections dropped to 65 in the last week of February, the country’s Centre for Disease Control said on Monday, down from 77 the week before.
Angola: Anpg Announces Start of Gas Supply From Quiluma Platform/in /by
[ANGOP] Luanda -- Angola's National Petroleum, Gas and Biofuels Agency (ANPG) and Azule Energy on Monday announced the start of gas supply from the Quiluma field, from the Novo Gas Consortium (NGC), since last Friday.