Thursday, September 24, 2026

Africa

December 9, 2025

Africa on Edge: Gale of military coups on continent as Nigeria stays alert

Coup d’etat in Africa, especially in West Africa, has become commonplace in recent years, raising concerns about the survival of democracy and security on the continent.

Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso leaders
December 9, 2025

Sudan’s militia advances could trigger new refugee exodus, UNHCR warns

The RSF took over Darfur’s city of al-Fashir in October in one of its biggest gains since the war started with Sudan’s army.

RSF forces
December 9, 2025

200,000 flee as Rwanda-backed rebels approach Congo villages

This comes just days after U.S. President Donald Trump hosted the Rwandan and Congolese leaders to proclaim peace.

Congolese fleeing their homes
December 9, 2025

Failed Coup: Tinubu seeks Senate’s approval to deploy troops to Benin Republic

Nigeria had earlier provided air intervention following the coup in Benin. Some of the coup plotters were arrested, while others are still on the run.

Tinubu signing a document
December 9, 2025

Darfur Janjaweed militia leader sentenced to 20 years’ imprisonment

Fighting in Darfur, particularly its city of al-Fashir, has unleashed waves of ethnically driven killings and caused mass displacement.

Janjaweed militias
December 9, 2025
NAF
December 9, 2025

Niger Republic imposes extra security checks on goods from Nigeria

Niger Republic’s military regime has imposed additional entry points screening for almost all goods coming into the country from Nigeria, citing security concerns.

Niger military leader and Tinubu
December 9, 2025

Trump govt to revoke citizenship of Ghanaian-born U.S. soldier over sexual misconduct

Mr Eshun was tried in a military court, convicted and dismissed from the Marine Corps.

President Donald Trump
December 9, 2025

UN chief expresses concern over coup attempt in Benin Republic

UN secretary-general António Guterres has expressed deep concern over the attempt to unconstitutionally seize power in the Republic of Benin.

Soldiers announcing takeover of power in Benin
December 9, 2025

UN, partners seek $33 billion humanitarian support for 87 million disaster-affected Nigerians, others

This is the immediate priority of the 33 billion Global Humanitarian Overview 2026, launched on Monday, which aims to reach 135 million people overall in 50 countries.