Museveni Begins Seventh Term as Attention Turns to His Son
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has been sworn in for a seventh term, extending his nearly 40 years in power as questions grow over who could eventually succeed him. Much of the focus is now on his son, army chief Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, whose growing political influence and support within the ruling party have fueled speculation about a possible hereditary transition of power.
Amnesty Says Nigerian Airstrike Killed at Least 100 at Market
Amnesty International says at least 100 civilians were killed after a Nigerian military airstrike hit a crowded market in Zamfara State on Sunday. The military has not responded to the allegations but has repeatedly said its air operations target armed groups and are based on intelligence.
Libya Rescues 120 Migrants From Traffickers Near Benghazi
Authorities in eastern Libya say they rescued and deported 120 migrants who were allegedly being tortured and extorted by traffickers south of Benghazi. Officials say an escaped Egyptian migrant helped lead security forces to the sites, where migrants were reportedly beaten while videos were sent to families demanding ransom payments.
Africa CDC and Aspen Push New Vaccine Manufacturing Plan
The Africa Center for Disease Control and South African pharmaceutical giant Aspen Pharmacare are discussing a long-term deal to expand vaccine production on the continent. The talks focus on building sustainable demand and supply chains for African-made vaccines after the COVID-19 pandemic exposed Africa’s heavy dependence on imports.
Kenya Moves to End Anonymous Crypto Trading
Kenya is preparing new rules that would force cryptocurrency exchanges to disclose customer identities, wallet activity, and transaction records to tax authorities. The proposed law is part of a wider global push to regulate digital assets and crack down on tax evasion and anonymous trading.
Sierra Leone Opposition Raises Alarm Over Drug Trafficking Links
Sierra Leone’s opposition leader has called for urgent action after Spanish authorities seized 30 tonnes of cocaine from a ship that had departed from Freetown. The case has intensified scrutiny over alleged links between Sierra Leone and international trafficking networks, especially after reports tied senior officials to a wanted Dutch drug trafficker.
