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The US State Department has updated its travel advisory for Mozambique, warning of active terrorist groups in the north, particularly in Cabo Delgado Province, and designating several areas as 'Do Not Travel'. An expert notes the insurgency is small but brutal, while much of the country remains safe.
A new study from the University of Queensland and the University of Newcastle finds that allowing tropical forests to regenerate naturally can be up to 96% cheaper than traditional tree-planting programs, while still delivering substantial carbon and biodiversity benefits. The research, published in Nature Ecology & Evolution, provides an interactive global map to help identify priority areas for cost-effective restoration.
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) addressed regional migration and Zimbabwe sanctions at its 46th summit in Durban, where Cyril Ramaphosa succeeded Emmerson Mnangagwa as chairperson. The bloc called for a coordinated regional migration strategy and reiterated demands to lift economic sanctions on Zimbabwe, alongside commitments on security, economic integration, and public health.
The March and March Movement has announced a march and picket outside the SADC summit in Durban on Monday, under the theme 'It's time to fetch your people.' The movement, which has led protests against undocumented migrants, is demanding stricter visa controls and other measures. President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned discrimination against fellow Africans.
Signatory States of the Djibouti Code of Conduct/Jeddah Amendment have agreed to set up a Combined DCoC Task Force to coordinate maritime operations against piracy in the Western Indian Ocean and Gulf of Aden. The decision, endorsed at an extraordinary Steering Committee meeting in July and by National Focal Points in August, aims to complement existing international efforts while addressing the continued captivity of seafarers.
Madagascar faces a wave of disappearances, including 91 children, prompting a heavy security response in the capital. The military-led government, already under pressure to restore civilian rule, sees the crisis as an attempt to destabilize the transition, while anti-corruption campaigners point to deeper institutional failures.
ABC iview's Race Around the World enters its eighth week as six filmmakers race across the globe to produce weekly documentaries. Contestants have shared personal stories of moral dilemmas, creative burnout, and the relentless pace of the competition.
Malawi has signed the SADC Protocol on the Facilitation of Movement of Persons, marking a step toward freer movement within the region. The signing occurred during the 28th meeting of the SADC Ministerial Committee of the Organ, where regional security and governance issues were also discussed.
The Nigerian federal government has broken ground on four solar hybrid mini-grid projects in Rivers State, with a combined capacity of 11.9MWp, set to provide reliable electricity to over 13,000 households, businesses, and public institutions. The initiative underscores Nigeria's growing role in renewable energy, backed by international investment.
The C64 coalition in the Democratic Republic of Congo has postponed nationwide protests following African Union mediation and President Félix Tshisekedi's announcement of a national dialogue. Tensions persist over a planned constitutional referendum that the opposition says could allow Tshisekedi to seek a third term, while the president has referred the bill to the constitutional court for review.
The UN's FAO and WFP have appealed for over $200 million to protect 8.8 million people in 22 high-risk countries from the return of El Nino. The weather pattern could bring drought to southern Africa and varied impacts elsewhere, with climate change potentially worsening effects. Experts warn of food insecurity and displacement.
The World Bank has ended its 45% climate financing target following pressure from the United States, despite European and developing country opposition. Last year, climate projects received 48% of lending, with over a third of that going to Africa. Officials say the bank will now focus on results rather than spending targets, but observers warn poorer nations may lose support.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will chair a business council meeting on June 30 focused on economic cooperation with Africa and preparations for the third Russia–Africa summit scheduled for October 28–29 in Moscow. The summit agenda is expected to cover artificial intelligence, independent payment systems, food security, and other priority areas.
As the first Our Ocean Conference on African soil opens in Mombasa, women leaders from coastal Kenya—including mangrove restoration pioneer Zulfa Hassan—are calling for greater recognition of small-scale fishing communities in global marine conservation decisions. Their work highlights the carbon-storing power of mangroves and the vital role of local stewardship.
Ghana have included midfielder Thomas Partey in their provisional 28-man squad for the 2026 World Cup despite him facing criminal charges in the UK. Partey has pleaded not guilty to seven counts of rape and one count of sexual assault and is due to stand trial next year. The squad announcement also confirmed that Mohammed Kudus will miss the tournament through injury.
Russian Agriculture Minister Oksana Lut announced that grain exports for the 2025-2026 season are expected to reach 60 million tonnes, including 50 million tonnes of wheat. Other forecasts from the Union of Grain Exporters and Producers suggest a slightly higher figure of 61.8 million tonnes, which would be the third-largest volume on record.
The draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers was held in Cairo, placing defending champions Ivory Coast in Group C and hosts Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania in groups with automatic qualification. The tournament, set for June-July 2027, will be the first in East Africa in 51 years, with 48 teams competing for 24 spots.
The Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi entered its second day with French President Emmanuel Macron promoting a new model for partnerships with African nations. Kenyan President William Ruto emphasized sovereignty in his closing remarks, while Botswana's President Duma Gideon Boko said democracy in his country 'has passed all the tests now.'
Madagascar's Independent Electoral Commission has set a constitutional referendum for June 2027 and presidential elections for October, following a military-led transition after 2025 protests. Opposition figures have petitioned courts to remove Colonel Michael Randrianirina over alleged constitutional breaches, while the administration points to a formal two-year roadmap. The country continues to grapple with instability, poverty, and renewed demonstrations.
Kenyan marathoner Sabastian Sawe received a celebratory homecoming in Nairobi after becoming the first man to run a marathon in under two hours at the London Marathon. His parents, sports officials, and crowds at the airport greeted him with music and dancing.