Sahel Rift Deepens as Niger, Mali Accuse Neighbors of Backing Terrorism
Niger and Mali have accused neighboring countries and foreign powers of supporting terrorist groups, highlighting growing divisions in West Africa as the region struggles to contain jihadist violence. Both countries, now part of the Alliance of Sahel States after breaking from ECOWAS, said they remain open to limited cooperation with the bloc despite insisting their withdrawal is final.
Nigeria Charges Six Over Alleged Coup Plot Against Tinubu
Nigerian authorities have charged six people, including a retired general and a police inspector, with terrorism and treason over an alleged plan to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. A seventh suspect remains at large, as the case adds to concerns over rising coup attempts in West and Central Africa.
Chad to Send 1,500 Troops to Haiti Security Mission
Chad plans to deploy 1,500 personnel to Haiti as part of a UN-backed force to tackle gang violence. The move comes as displacement in Haiti has surged past 1.4 million people and the mission struggles to reach its expanded target size.
Questions Raised Over U.S. Mining Firm’s Claims in DRC Deal
A U.S. company central to a major minerals deal in the DRC overstated its mining experience, according to documents reviewed by Reuters. The findings raise concerns about transparency and due diligence in a partnership aimed at securing critical minerals.
U.S. Aid Cuts Disrupt HIV Programs in South Africa
Cuts to U.S. funding have disrupted HIV prevention efforts in South Africa just as a new injectable prevention drug rolls out. A report says the loss of support has weakened outreach programs, leaving vulnerable communities with reduced access to care.
Tigray Party Moves to Retake Control, Threatening Peace Deal
Tigray’s main political party says it is reclaiming control of the regional government, effectively rejecting the peace deal that ended Ethiopia’s recent war. The move raises fears of renewed conflict as tensions with the federal government escalate.
Pope Leo XIV Criticizes ‘Colonization’ of Africa’s Resources in Equatorial Guinea
Pope Leo XIV has denounced the exploitation of Africa’s minerals and widening inequality during a visit to Equatorial Guinea. His remarks come as the oil-rich country faces criticism over corruption and poverty despite decades of resource wealth.
Kidnapped Nigerian Monarch Linked to Illegal Mining Probe
Nigerian police have arrested 42 suspected illegal miners while investigating the abduction of a traditional ruler in Kwara state. Authorities say gunmen stormed the palace and took the monarch, as kidnappings spread into new parts of the country.
