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Boko Haram jihadists kill 18 loggers in Nigeria’s Borno state
Boko Haram jihadists have killed 18 loggers in northeast Nigerian Borno state, local sources told AFP Thursday, as people displaced by jihadists struggle to feed their families amid worsening attacks.
ADF fighters kill at least 36 people in northeastern DR Congo
The attacks by Allied Democratic Forces fighters reportedly took place over two days from Tuesday in the north-east of the country.
South Africa top court revives impeachment inquiry against Ramaphosa
South Africa's Constitutional Court on Friday overturned a vote in parliament that had quashed the opening of impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa over a cash-heist scandal.
Pix of the Day, 8 May 2026
Pix of the Day, 8 May 2026
Shakira teases World Cup anthem ‘Dai Dai’ with Afrobeats star Burna Boy
Shakira shared a minute-long teaser clip on Thursday of a new song, writing on social media, “From Maracaná Stadium, here is “Dai Dai,” the FIFA World Cup Official Song 2026."
Reports that Islamic State-linked rebels kill 36 people in DR Congo
The attacks by Allied Democratic Forces fighters reportedly took place over two days from Tuesday in the north-east of the country.
Ships in Strait of Hormuz remain stranded amid hopes of US-Iran deal
Iran effectively seized control of the critical waterway for global energy after the United States and Israel attacked it on 28 February.
Pope Leo XIV marks first anniversary as leader of global Catholic Church
The pontiff, who maintained a relatively low profile in the first months of his papacy, has become increasingly outspoken on the issues of conflict and human rights.
South Africa’s top court rules to revive Ramaphosa impeachment proceedings
South Africa's Constitutional Court on Friday overturned a vote in parliament that had quashed the opening of impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa over a cash-heist scandal.
Rwandan President Paul Kagame tours Botswana diamond hub
On the final day of his state visit to Botswana, Rwandan President Paul Kagame turned his attention to the country’s economic powerhouse, the Diamond Trading Company Botswana in Gaborone.