France🇫🇷 on Friday returned a sacred “talking drum” taken by colonial troops from Côte d'Ivoire in 1916. Used by the Ebrié people to send messages across villages, the instrument is among hundreds of looted African artefacts Paris plans to repatriate, according to Agence France-Presse.

Cameroon🇨🇲 has sentenced three soldiers for their role in the killing of 21 civilians during unrest in the English-speaking northwest, marking a rare case in which members of the military have been convicted over abuses linked to the separatist conflict.

This is President-elect Yoweri Museveni in 1986, promising one term and an end to dictatorship.

Brazil’s Lula says Maduro should face trial in Venezuela, not US🇺🇸 -World News.

Operation Red Card 2.0, led by INTERPOL, resulted in 651 arrests and recovery of $4.3 million across 16 African countries. The crackdown on cybercrime syndicates revealed $45 million in losses, identified 1,247 victims, and seized 2,300+ devices, with Nigeria, Kenya, and Côte d’Ivoire most affected.

Nigerian🇳🇬 President Bola Tinubu has signed the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026 into law, concluding weeks of legislative debate, consultations, and public discussion on proposed reforms aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s electoral process.

The United States🇺🇸 has sanctioned three commanders of Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces over their role in the 18-month siege of El Fasher. The US Treasury said on Thursday the RSF leaders were responsible for systematic and widespread killings during the assault.

Morocco🇲🇦 has sentenced 18 Senegalese football fans to three to 12 months in prison for hooliganism during last month’s Africa Cup of Nations. On Thursday, 20 February 2026, the court handed down the sentences to those involved, whose team, the Teranga Lions, had won the final. -Sports News.

South Africa🇿🇦 has taken into custody a son of former Robert Mugabe following a shooting at his Johannesburg home that injured a gardener. He may face attempted murder charges, while police continue searching for the firearm allegedly used in the incident

A United Nations report on Sudan’s🇸🇩 war warns that abuses by the Rapid Support Forces in El‑Fasher show signs of genocide. Documented crimes include ethnically targeted killings, widespread sexual violence, and enforced disappearances against civilians in North Darfur.

Zambian🇿🇲 President Hakainde Hichilema surprised the nation Wednesday by dismissing Health Minister Elijah Muchima in a sudden cabinet reshuffle, signaling a major shake-up in the government’s leadership.

Ghana🇬🇭 hit a record gold production of 6 million ounces in 2025, cementing its status as a leading African producer. Strong output is expected to continue into 2026, supporting export growth and boosting the country’s mining sector contribution to the economy.

Tanzania🇹🇿 is the largest maize producer in East Africa and the second-largest in Africa, trailing only South Africa. Its record 11.7 million tonnes of maize in the 2024/2025 season highlights its key role in regional and continental food production.

Former Prince Andrew looks terrified as he leaves jail hours after arrest -World News.

Senegal🇸🇳 is set to meet its March Eurobond obligations on schedule, sources told Reuters. Strong tax intake and regional borrowing have secured nearly $500 million due. Despite debt estimated at 132% of GDP and a paused International Monetary Fund programme, talks for new support continue.

Rwanda🇷🇼 and Egypt on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding on police cooperation, aimed at deepening ties between their security institutions through improved intelligence exchange, joint training, and the sharing of expertise to combat transnational crime and strengthen public safety.

Egyptian🇪🇬 Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly traveled to Washington to attend the inaugural Peace Council meeting established by US President Donald Trump. He is representing President Abdel Fattah el‑Sisi and is accompanied by Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty.

The Southern African Development Community has sent its Emergency Response Team to Madagascar to support national recovery efforts after the devastating impact of Tropical Cyclone Gezani.

Somalia🇸🇴 has become the seventh member to adopt the East African Community passport, easing travel, trade, and regional ties. Approval was granted in Dar es Salaam. Existing users include Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Canada’s🇨🇦 passport holders can travel to China visa-free starting February 17, 2026, under a policy valid until December 31, 2026, allowing easier access for tourism, business, and short visits. -World News.

Elon Musk says in a post on X that he agrees with the teachings of Jesus. -World News.

Ethiopia🇪🇹 is celebrating 100 years since the opening of Türkiye’s embassy in Addis Ababa, with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan visiting to mark the milestone and strengthen bilateral relations.

Morocco’s🇲🇦 national rail operator, ONCF, announced it will implement a special Ramadan 1447 timetable to adjust train schedules to align with the month’s administrative working hours, as reported by Hespress.

Hilary Clinton Condemns Trumps Position On The War In Ukraine.

Kenyan🇰🇪 President William Ruto has called for an emergency summit of East African Community leaders to address the bloc's escalating financial crisis. The March 7 meeting will be the first formal session of the EAC’s top body in over a year.

Israeli🇮🇱 police arrested 23 individuals and rescued two female soldiers during a protest in Bnei Brak, Israel, where clashes erupted over the army’s attempts to recruit ultra-Orthodox men. The soldiers were pursued by a hostile crowd amid the unrest. -World News.

Paul Kagame shares his thoughts on the people condemning Rwanda.

Nigeria🇳🇬 and Angola have agreed to waive visa requirements for holders of diplomatic and official passports. This agreement is aimed at simplifying official travel and enhancing bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

Mozambique’s🇲🇿 President Daniel Chapo met with DR Congo’s President Félix Tshisekedi on the sidelines of the 39th African Union Summit. They focused on enhancing cooperation in security, energy, trade, and economic integration, in line with Agenda 2063.

Somalia’s🇸🇴 Defense Ministry announced on Sunday that an airstrike conducted by the Somali National Army in the Middle Shabelle region resulted in the death of 15 Al-Shabaab militants.

The United States🇺🇲 secretly deported nine individuals to Cameroon in mid-January, despite many having court protections against deportation. US media reports reveal that none of the deportees were originally from Cameroon.

Ethiopian🇪🇹 Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit met at the 39th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, where they discussed key regional peace and security matters.

Egypt's🇪🇬 unemployment rate dropped to 6.2% in Q4 of 2025, as gradual job growth helped expand the labor force.

Israeli🇮🇱 PM Benjamin Netanyahu's plane flew over the airspace of ICC member states Greece, Italy, and France despite an active arrest warrant as he traveled to Washington for discussions with President Trump. -World News.

“On the second day of the African Union leaders conference, we have met with the president of South Sudan Salva Ker Mayardit and discussed on the ongoing issues of peace and order.” - Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali🇪🇹

Burundi's🇧🇮 President Évariste Ndayishimiye was elected Chairperson of the African Union for 2026 at the AU Summit in Addis Ababa, succeeding Angola’s João Lourenço. Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama was appointed First Vice-Chair.

Binance adds 4,225 BTC, valued at $300 million, to its “SAFU” fund, bolstering its crypto reserves and security-backed holdings. -World News.

Turkey’s🇹🇷 parliament descended into chaos as opposition lawmakers tried to block Justice Minister Akin Gurlek from taking his oath over his controversial appointment. The scuffle disrupted proceedings and highlighted mounting political tensions surrounding his nomination. -World News.

Elon Musk pledges to cover legal defense costs for anyone sued for speaking the truth about the Jeffrey Epstein case, supporting transparency and free speech. -World News.

President Cyril Ramaphosa🇿🇦 “ But there have been times when we felt like we were beggars”

Russian🇷🇺 Foreign Minister Lavrov claims that the Jeffrey Epstein files reveal the “pure Satanism” of Western elites, criticizing their morality and conduct. -World News.

Japan’s🇯🇵 Prime Minister Takaichi pledges to maintain open dialogue with China while reaffirming Japan’s strong strategic partnership with the United States. -World News.

U.S.🇺🇸 President Trump called Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show “one of the worst ever,” criticizing the performance as poorly executed and not reflective of American values. -World News.

Ghanaian🇬🇭 Minister Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo met with Turkish Labour Minister Vedat Işıkhan, who expressed Türkiye’s readiness to share expertise on using information technology to improve social security and employment services, reinforcing collaboration between the two nations in workforce development.

South African🇿🇦 President Cyril Ramaphosa has ordered police and military leaders to develop a plan for deploying troops to tackle the country’s rising violent crime, signaling a coordinated security crackdown.

Morocco🇲🇦 is set to lead Africa’s avocado exports by 2025, shipping nearly 141,000 tonnes. FAO data shows a 90% surge in exports, enabling Morocco to overtake Kenya and South Africa and emerge as a dominant force in the global avocado market.

Egypt’s🇪🇬 gaming market is growing rapidly, expanding 12 percent year on year. Research projects that in 2024 Egypt will lead the Middle East and North Africa region, generating about $1.1 billion in spending from a total regional market estimated at $2.5 billion.

Kenya🇰🇪 President William Ruto has announced the reopening of the Kenya–Somalia border in April after 15 years. The frontier was closed in 2011 following attacks by Al-Shabaab. A 2023 phased reopening was halted after fresh violence killed civilians and police officers.

Somalia🇸🇴 witnessed a dramatic aviation incident when a Starsky Aviation aircraft overshot the runway at Aden Abdulle Airport and ended up in the sea after a technical malfunction. All 50 passengers and five crew members were safely evacuated, with no fatalities reported.

Malawi🇲🇼 President Peter Mutharika has ordered ministers and deputies to limit domestic travel to one trip per month to cut costs. Chief Secretary Justin Saidi said any extra essential travel will require prior approval amid austerity measures and rising fuel and allowance expenses.