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July 31, 2023

Senegalese government dissolves top opposition party, restricts internet

Patriots of Senegal for Work, Ethics and Fraternity (PASTEF) has been dissolved by the West African nation's government ahead of the 2024 election.

July 31, 2023

South African political leader calls for violence against White citizens at rally: 'Kill the Boer, the farmer'

The leader of the South African Economic Freedom Fighters party, famous for his racially-charged rhetoric, called to kill the descendants of Dutch settlers at a recent rally.

July 29, 2023

Prigozhin celebrates Niger coup, accuses West of foisting its rules of life on citizens

Wagner Group mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin announced support for the ongoing coup in Niger, offering his services to the rebel forces.

July 29, 2023

US takes aim at Kremlin over Russia-Africa Summit: 'No meaningful commitments'

Questions and concerns for the U.S. over a Russia-Africa Summit held in St. Petersburg this week.

July 29, 2023

Putin hosts leaders from across Africa

Russian President Vladimir Putin greeting heads of state at the Russia-Africa Summit in St. Petersburg that started on Friday. (Reuters.)

July 28, 2023

Coup attempt in Niger could shape US counterterrorism efforts in Africa, empower Russian interests: report

The ongoing political instability in Niger presents a threat to U.S. counterterrorism operations as the ultimate outcome of a coup attempt could dictate the future of Washington's involvement in the region.

July 28, 2023

Putin ‘carefully’ examining African initiatives for Russian-Ukrainian peace deals

Russian President Vladimir Putin assured African leaders on Friday that the Kremlin was "carefully" examining their peace proposals for an end to the invasion of Ukraine.

July 27, 2023

Sierra Leone vows to ramp up anti-piracy efforts after Chinese ship hijacked

Sierra Leonean authorities said Thursday that the West African nation is collaborating with its neighbors to more effectively combat piracy in the notoriously dangerous Gulf of Guinea.

July 27, 2023

Nigerian president reveals Cabinet nominees 2 months after taking office

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu on Thursday submitted 28 ministerial nominations to legislators, two months since assuming office, and one day before the deadline to do so.

July 27, 2023

Russian President Vladimir Putin promises to send 50K tons of grain aid to struggling African countries

Vladimir Putin promised that Russia intends to ship 50,000 tons of grain aid to multiple countries in Africa at a two-day summit. Putin is looking to increase ties with Africa.