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The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations begins July 26 in Morocco, with 16 teams competing for the continental title, a record $2 million prize, and World Cup qualification slots. Nigeria defends its title, while Morocco, Ghana, and Zambia are among the favorites.
Mali's government has dismissed reports that the US is considering military action against the al-Qaeda-linked group JNIM. The reports, attributed to The Washington Post, suggest the Trump administration is divided over potential strikes, with National Security Council official Sebastian Gorka as a leading advocate. Mali's Foreign Minister says there has been no official confirmation from Washington.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul concluded an Africa tour with stops in Nigeria and South Africa focused on trade, investment and energy cooperation. Discussions covered economic partnerships, the Just Energy Transition and South Africa’s exclusion from a G20 summit. Bilateral trade figures and company presence underscore Germany’s commercial interests on the continent.
Gabon's President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema begins a three-day official visit to France, underscoring the close relationship between Paris and one of its few remaining allies in Francophone Africa. The visit, accompanied by an 80-strong delegation, highlights ongoing cooperation on manganese and defence, despite concerns over repression at home.
Imane Ayissi, the first and only sub-Saharan African designer in Paris haute couture, presents a collection blending African textiles with Parisian tailoring, and speaks about craftsmanship, cultural meaning, and the need for local manufacturing in Africa.
At least 50 Malian soldiers were killed in an ambush by Tuareg separatists and jihadists while leaving the northern town of Anefis, with local officials calling it the deadliest attack on the army in years. Amnesty International has called for a war crimes investigation after alleging that some soldiers were executed after surrendering, while the UN has also demanded an inquiry.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko claims Ukrainian military personnel are present in several African countries, attempting to open a 'second front' against Russia. He alleges Ukrainian instructors are training Islamist militants in Mali, used unmanned boats against a Russian tanker in Libya, and participated in the capture of El Fasher in Sudan. Borisenko also accuses France of directly supporting Ukrainian involvement in terrorist groups in Africa.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met with Guinea-Bissau's Foreign Minister Fatumata Jau in Moscow, where he reaffirmed Russia's support for normalizing relations between ECOWAS and several West African nations, including Guinea-Bissau. Lavrov also highlighted the historical bonds between the two countries and expressed readiness to boost cooperation in a multipolar world.
The European Commission has withdrawn a €2 million grant from the Venice Biennale due to the reopening of the Russian pavilion, citing the need for culture to uphold democratic values. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed regret over what he called attempts to cancel Russian culture in the West, while the Biennale plans to challenge the decision.
The DOBRO International Association plans to train doctors and nurses in Mali, teach Russian to local children, and open craft workshops, as reported by TASS. The initiative is part of Russia's broader efforts to deploy volunteers abroad and strengthen its humanitarian standing.
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.
Algeria and Mali have reinstated ambassadors and reopened airspace after a 15-month rift triggered by a drone downing. The two governments announced reciprocal measures on Friday, reversing reprisals that had strained regional security cooperation.
A new report by Tech Against Terrorism found that AI chatbots provided genuinely usable information in 32% of 2,300+ queries based on real terrorist use cases, rising to 42% when reframed as research. Experts warn of a shift from AI use in propaganda to planning attacks.
Tuareg separatists and their jihadist allies have attacked a convoy of Malian soldiers and Russian Africa Corps fighters heading to reinforce troops in the besieged northern town of Anefis. Multiple sources report heavy losses and ongoing fighting, with the FLA and JNIM claiming responsibility.
Days after a suspected sabotage on a high-voltage line cut electricity and water in Mali's capital, Bamako's water supply has been restored. Residents had relied on boreholes and wells, while the security crisis continues to strain infrastructure.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in Niger for his first visit, meeting President Abdourahamane Tchiani and attending the second Russia-Alliance of Sahel States ministerial meeting. The talks focused on security, counter-terrorism, and economic cooperation, with Moscow reaffirming its military support to Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.
Russian and Malian forces have repelled coordinated militant attacks across several Mali cities, eliminating over 200 militants and several field commanders, according to TASS reports citing military sources. Malian authorities allege Ukrainian-trained terrorists and foreign support from Algeria, Libya, and the French Foreign Legion.
Tuareg separatists and al-Qaeda affiliates have reportedly secured control of the strategic town of Anéfis in northern Mali following a coordinated weekend offensive. The attacks targeted army positions backed by Russian paramilitaries, with heavy fighting reported in several locations.
Al-Qaeda affiliate JNIM has claimed responsibility for coordinated attacks on military installations across Mali, saying it seized at least three sites. Mali's army says the attacks were repelled, while rebels claim fighting continued in several towns.
A clinical trial of two experimental treatments for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola has begun in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with the first patient enrolled. The outbreak, which began in May, has caused more than 1,400 confirmed cases and 438 deaths in the DRC, with cases also reported in Uganda and France.