Mali says arrested 6 ‘terrorists’ over jihadist attacks
Bamako, Mali - (AFP) - Mali's ruling junta on Thursday said it had arrested six "terrorists" over their alledged involvement in a jihadist massacre on...
At least 15 dead, 113 missing, after Uganda landslides
Kampala, Uganda - (AFP) - Landslides in several villages in eastern Uganda have killed 15 people and left more than 100 unaccounted for, police said...
Botswana to join Belgium as diamond certification hub
Johannesburg, South Africa (AFP) - Botswana will soon join Belgium as a verification and certification hub for rough diamond exports to Group of Seven (G7)...
Namibia extends voting for two days after massive delays
Windhoek, Namibia (AFP) - Namibia's election authority announced Thursday two extra days of voting at some polling stations after logistical failures prevented many people from...
Niger junta appoints new Benin envoy in olive branch move
Niamey, Niger - (AFP) - Niger's junta chief has named a new ambassador to Benin in the latest sign of thawing tensions between the two...
