Mali rebel attack leaves dozens of soldiers dead
The government says at least 27 soldiers have been killed following a complex attack at an army base in Mondoro.
Africa
Burkina Faso approves three-year transition before elections
Military government leader Damiba signs a charter outlining a transition process approved by a national conference.
African religious leaders meet to discuss peace
About 600 clerics are gathering in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, for an international interfaith conference aimed…
Tunisia’s president dissolves top judicial watchdog
Kais Saied’s decision caps months of his sharp criticism of Tunisia’s judges and raises fears about judicial independence.
Former Mali President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita dies aged 76
Keita, who was 76, led the country from 2013 until he was removed from office in a coup in 2020.
Ghana MPs brawl in Parliament over mobile money tax
A brawl has broken out in Ghana’s parliament during a late-night session over a contentious…
Gambian President Barrow wins re-election; opposition cries foul
“Democracy has taken its course,” Barrow told the cheering crowd after the results were announced. “I have been the lucky person to be chosen by you. I’ll use all the resources to make Gambia a better place for all.”
Zimbabwe reimposes Covid lockdown measures
All international travellers will be required to be tested on arrival and to quarantine at a state-designated facility all at their own cost.
Ethiopian leader delegates duties to deputy to go to war’s front lines
ADDIS ABABA, Nov 24 (Reuters) – Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has gone to direct…
Africa: Covid-19 Aid Falling Short
Rise in Poverty, Hunger Shows Need to Expand Social Protection