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

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.

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

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.

Nigerian president reveals Cabinet nominees 2 months after taking office

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.

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

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.

Rebelling soldiers surround Niger's presidential palace in apparent coup attempt

July 26, 2023

Rebelling soldiers surround Niger's presidential palace in apparent coup attempt

Democratically-elected Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum was reportedly detained by the country's presidential guard in an apparent coup attempt.

West Africa faces dire humanitarian consequences amidst 1,800 terrorist attacks, 4,600 deaths in 6 months

July 26, 2023

West Africa faces dire humanitarian consequences amidst 1,800 terrorist attacks, 4,600 deaths in 6 months

The region of West Africa has experienced over 1,800 terrorist attacks in the first half of the year, leading to a devastating death toll of nearly 4,600 lives lost.

Ghanaian parliament votes to end death penalty for all crimes except high treason

July 26, 2023

Ghanaian parliament votes to end death penalty for all crimes except high treason

Ghana's parliament has voted to abolish the death penalty for all crimes except high treason, solidifying the de facto moratorium on executions that has been in place for 30 years.

4 dead, 4 injured after gunman opens fire at South African taxi stand

July 25, 2023

4 dead, 4 injured after gunman opens fire at South African taxi stand

A gunman shot and killed four people and injured four others at a taxi stand in Port Shepstone, South Africa. The attacker's motive is unknown.

Suspended Nigerian Central Bank governor appears in court, pleads not guilty to firearm charges

July 25, 2023

Suspended Nigerian Central Bank governor appears in court, pleads not guilty to firearm charges

Suspended Nigerian Central Bank governor, Godwin Emefiele, made a public appearance in a Lagos court on Tuesday to face charges of illegal possession of a firearm and live ammunition.

Deadly suicide bombing at Somali military academy in Mogadishu claims lives of 25 soldiers

July 24, 2023

Deadly suicide bombing at Somali military academy in Mogadishu claims lives of 25 soldiers

A suicide bombing at the Somali military academy killed 25 soldiers in Mogadishu. The attack was carried out by al-Shabab, and resulted in over 40 soldiers sustaining injuries.