Updates on South Africa’s SANDF Cape Town Patrols
Military forces began their second day of deep-sector patrols in the Cape Flats. While the first 24 hours were "quiet," the high visibility is designed to disrupt gang supply lines.
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omo Kenyatta Airport Hits Record Passenger Traffic, as Kenya Joins South Africa, Morocco, Egypt, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Uganda And More In Africa As Major Aviation Hub
Kenya is solidifying its spot as Africa’s top aviation hub. New data shows record-breaking traffic and expanded codeshare agreements with Uganda, Egypt, and South Africa.
Nigeria: BUA Group & UAE Sign Strategic Industrial MOU
Nigeria’s president Bola Tinubu has welcomed a new strategic agreement between BUA Group and UAE-based AD Ports Group, saying the deal points to stronger industrial cooperation and growth in exports.
Ghana’s President Mahama Calls for Africans Financial Independence at AU
Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama has called for stronger financial independence for the African Union, urging member states to reduce reliance on external donors and fund continental priorities internally.
Makoko Residents File Formal Appeal Against Demolitions
Residents of Makoko have filed a formal appeal challenging recent demolition actions, escalating a legal battle over housing rights and urban redevelopment in Lagos.
Nigeria’s Vice President Shettima Defends Economic Reforms
Speaking on the sidelines of the AU summit, Shettima assured global investors that President Tinubu’s "bold restructuring" is the only path to stabilizing the Naira.
Nigeria Secures Central Bank Board Seat
Nigeria has officially been granted a permanent seat on the Board of the African Central Bank, a major win for West African financial influence.
AU Chairperson Condemns Gaza “Extermination”
In his opening speech today, AU Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf called for an immediate end to the "extermination" of the Palestinian people.
Declaration to Africa CDC Vaccine Sovereignty was Signed Today
A declaration was signed today in Addis Ababa to host an extraordinary summit in Nairobi (Q2 2026) specifically to accelerate local health product manufacturing.
Young Africans’ Protest Against the “Bloc of Old Leaders” at The 39th African Union Summit
Youth activists outside the AU summit in Addis Ababa are protesting the "gerontocracy" of the union, citing that the world's youngest population is led by its oldest leaders.
