Africa

Djibouti's foreign minister elected as AU Commission head

Mahmoud Ali Youssouf defeated Kenya's Raila Odinga and Richard Randriamandrato, an ex-foreign minist

Rebels advance into second major city in eastern DR Congo

Residents flee Bukavu into neighboring towns and stock up on household supplies in anticipation of f

AU summit opens with focus on colonial and slavery reparations

The heads of state will also discuss key regional and continental issues, including peace and securi

Nigeria blasts Canada over visa denial to military chief

Canada's embassy in Nigeria said on its X account that it was aware of the matter but declined to co

Nigerian lawmakers approve $200m to plug Trump's aid cut

Much of the money is intended to supply vaccines and treatment for epidemic diseases.

Eastern Africa neighbours hold talks on aid to war-torn Sudan

Regional leaders say the political and humanitarian crisis in Sudan demands sustained and urgent att