South Africa’s National Defence Force has defended its peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo as over 250 troops returned home following efforts to support a ceasefire between government forces and M23 rebels.
Kenya Airways has announced a $400 million plan to expand and modernise its fleet to 53 aircraft by 2029, despite facing delays due to a global aircraft shortage, while also seeking government support to attract a strategic investor.
Egypt has blocked and deported dozens of international activists attempting to join a solidarity march to Gaza’s border, citing security concerns, sparking diplomatic tensions amid a worsening humanitarian crisis in the besieged territory.
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has pledged to restore dialogue with North Korea and halted border loudspeaker broadcasts as a first step toward easing inter-Korean tensions.
The U.S. military is urging African nations to strengthen their own security capabilities as Washington reduces its military presence on the continent, raising concerns over potential security gaps and increased influence from China and Russia.
The Zimbabwe Nurses Association has warned that the country’s public hospitals are on the verge of collapse, with staff forced to work in dire conditions lacking basic supplies and equipment, putting countless lives at risk and prompting urgent calls for government intervention.
Lecturers at the University of Zimbabwe have been on strike for 58 days over low wages, with salaries withheld, academic activities paralysed, and growing student unrest amid stalled negotiations.
A proposal by a South Sudanese minister to establish Muslim-run schools offering Arabic and English instruction in Western Equatoria State has sparked both praise for promoting inclusivity and concern over potential political influence.
The Kenya Revenue Authority has suspended online VAT registration to combat tax fraud by ghost traders, requiring manual registration to enhance verification and accountability.
Iran has expanded its ban on dog walking to multiple cities, enforcing restrictions rooted in religious and cultural beliefs amid rising pet ownership seen as a form of youthful rebellion against the regime.