Is the world’s oldest leader set for an eighth term?
Paul Biya is the world’s oldest president and if he wins October’s election, would stay in power until he’s 99.
Africa
Six dead in Kenya medical small plane crash, official says
The plane lost signal just three minutes after take off according to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority.
Zambia dismisses US health warning after toxic spill in copper mining area
Zambia’s government says the water is safe to drink after the US embassy ordered its staff to withdraw.
Tanzanians mourn ex-speaker who resigned over debt row
The former speaker has been an MP since 2000 and was preparing to defend his parliamentary seat in October.
Two Ghanaian ministers die in helicopter crash, along with six others
The Ghana Armed Forces initially said the helicopter was missing.
Nigeria seizes 1,600 birds in ‘largest’ wildlife-trafficking bust
Nigeria’s customs agency says wildlife trafficking is “frequent” in the country.
Ghanaian star Shatta Wale’s luxury car surrendered over alleged link to US crime
Shatta Wale criticises the authorities the seizure of his car and says he is unaware of its link to crime.
Zambians and Malawians asked to pay $15,000 deposit for US visas
The 12-month pilot programme targeting Malawi and Zambia aims to curb visa overstays, the US says.
‘Abducted’ Ugandan student jailed over anti-Museveni TikTok video
The opposition allege the undergraduate, who pleaded for forgiveness in court, was tortured.
Nigeria’s champion women basketballers promised $100,000 each
D’Tigress won their fifth consecutive Afrobasket title over the weekend and a spot at the World Cup.
‘I love to dance’ – social media boosts Masaka during injury-hit season
After missing out on Wafcon 2024, Tanzania forward Aisha Masaka says social media has helped her stay in touch with home and lifted her spirits.
Farmer accused of feeding women to pigs faces trial in South Africa
The case shocked South Africa, exacerbating racial tensions 30 years after the end of apartheid.
Sierra Leone WWII hero commemorated in UK town
John Henry Smythe is being remembered as a heroic WWII resident after being given a blue plaque.
‘Trailblazing’ Ugandan player joins women’s rugby team
‘Trailblazing’ Peace Lekuru, who has signed for York Valkyrie, is ‘hopefully the first of many’.
I no longer identify as Nigerian, UK opposition leader says
The Conservative Party leader says she has not renewed her passport for Nigeria, where she grew up, in years.
Rhino horns turned radioactive to fight poachers in South Africa
The scheme is the latest innovation in decades of work aiming to protect South Africa’s rhinos.
Trump presses ahead with 30% tariff on South Africa
Relations between the US and South Africa have hit rock bottom after Trump’s return to office.
Ballet and bioluminescence: Africa’s top shots
A selection of the week’s best photos from across the African continent and beyond.
Destination: Africa – Is it legal for US to deport foreign criminals to the continent?
Two African nations have taken criminals from other countries deported from the US.
Barcelona agree shirt sponsorship deal with DR Congo
Despite criticism, the Congolese government says the deal with raise the profile of the country.
Kenya’s sweeping alcohol control plans spark anger
The plans include a ban on the sale of alcohol in supermarkets, restaurants and on public transport.