Madagascar

Madagascar Leader Orders Lie Detector Tests for Ministers

Togo

Togo President’s Sister-in-Law Arrested Over Dissent

Marguerite Gnakadé, sister-in-law to Togo’s president, was arrested after publicly calling for his resignation and urging military support for peaceful transition. Her detention highlights growing internal dissent and intensifies scrutiny of Togo’s tightening political climate.

Sudan

Sudan Crisis Sparks Refugee Surge, Libya Overwhelmed

Sudan’s conflict has displaced millions, with Libya’s Kufra region struggling to support daily refugee arrivals amid border closures and security risks. Overwhelmed health facilities face severe staff shortages, while mental health services remain critically under-resourced and stigmatized.

Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso's junta expels UN official over child rights report

Burkina Faso's junta has expelled the UN's top official in the country, Carol Flore-Smereczniak, in response to a report about children affected by the jihadist conflict.

Sudan

Burhan Seizes Militias in Power Shake-Up

Sudan’s army chief General Burhan has restructured the military, absorbing militias and rebel groups to tighten control amid escalating conflict with the RSF. The move deepens political fragmentation as both factions battle for dominance, raising fears of a national split.

Côte d'Ivoire

Opposition pushes for Plan B candidate in Ivory Coast poll

With just over a week remaining for candidates to register for Ivory Coast’s October presidential elections, a group of opposition activists is advocating for a new nominee.