Sudan: Army, Paramilitaries Clash Near Capital
Heavy fighting broke out Tuesday between Sudan’s army and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Omdurman, part of a wider offensive to retake Khartoum state. Power outages caused by RSF drone strikes have crippled hospitals, according to MSF. Separately, the army appointed Kamil al-Taib Idris as the first prime minister since war erupted in 2023.
DR Congo: UN Sounds Alarm Over Eastern Violence
UNOCHA is calling for urgent aid in Lubero territory amid escalating violence. At least 32 rapes were reported in Vuhato, while over 4,000 people fled fighting in surrounding villages. Armed groups continue to gain ground, threatening new population displacements.
Somalia: ISIS Facilitator Killed in Puntland Operation
Puntland authorities confirmed the killing of Ahmed Muse Said, a senior ISIS figure, in the Cal-Miskaad mountains. The operation is part of a sustained crackdown on the group’s recruitment and logistics networks in Somalia.
Tanzania: President Warns Kenyan Activists Over Interference
President Samia Suluhu declared she would not allow Kenyan activists to “destabilize” Tanzania after several, including former officials, were denied entry ahead of opposition leader Tundu Lissu’s treason trial. Critics view it as part of a broader clampdown on civil liberties.
Libya: Tripoli Government Seeks Permanent Truce
Following deadly clashes in Tripoli last week, Libya’s UN-backed government said it is working toward a permanent ceasefire. The UN welcomed the formation of a truce committee to stabilize the fragile peace.
Morocco: $14 Billion Energy and Water Deal Signed
Morocco inked $14 billion in infrastructure deals with an Emirati-Moroccan consortium. Projects include a 1,400 km green energy transmission line from Western Sahara to Casablanca and new desalination plants.
Cameroon: Biya’s Potential Re-Election Stirs Debate
As 92-year-old President Paul Biya remains silent on running again in October, many young Cameroonians express frustration. With youth unemployment near 74%, the election could signal a generational turning point.
Mali: Kodal Awaits Lithium Export Approval
Kodal Minerals expects imminent approval to export 27,000 tons of lithium concentrate from its Bougouni project. Mali’s military-led government has tightened control over the sector amid a global lithium supply crunch.
Equatorial Guinea Wins Island Dispute With Gabon
The UN’s top court awarded three oil-rich islands to Equatorial Guinea, ruling that a 1900 Spain-France treaty prevails over a contested 1974 accord. The decision ends a long-standing maritime dispute.
UK-Egypt: Activist’s Mother Resumes Hunger Strike
Laila Soueif has resumed a full hunger strike in protest of her son Alaa Abd el-Fattah’s continued detention in Egypt. Both are on hunger strike, with Alaa now at day 81. Soueif is calling on the UK to prioritize his case in talks with Cairo.
France Drops Genocide Case Against Former Rwandan First Lady
French judges have dropped a long-running genocide probe against Agathe Habyarimana, citing insufficient evidence. The widow of Rwanda’s former president fled to France in 1994 and faces repeated extradition requests from Kigali.
Senegal: Ex-Minister Charged Over Covid Funds Theft
Former women’s minister Salimata Diop has been charged with embezzling pandemic relief funds. Released on bail, she is one of five ex-ministers under investigation amid a wide corruption probe targeting the previous administration.
