Mariame Cissé was abducted by armed men who later "executed her in front of a crowd," the mayor of Timbuktu said.

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — The army in Madagascar seized power on Tuesday, days after the president went into hiding saying he feared for his life after several weeks of massive anti-government ...

As western powers lose their dominance and impact in Africa, African nations are securing billion-dollar military deals with Russia.

An elite military unit says it has seized power in Madagascar from President Andry Rajoelina following weeks of youth-led protests in the Indian Ocean island. Standing outside the Presidential Palace, ...

Analysts claim the withdrawal of U.S. and European troops from countries in Africa’s Sahel, and their replacement by Russian mercenaries, has led to a spike in jihadist-driven terrorism. The Sahel is ...

Army mutiny leader says military takes over nation Defiant Rajoelina refuses to step down after fleeing island Lower house of parliament votes to impeach him President had earlier moved to dissolve ...

BY JOHN KOKOME Once the pride of Africa’s political rebirth, democracy now stands battered by corruption, manipulation, ...

Morocco and The Gambia have signed a memorandum of understanding on military cooperation. The agreement was announced on October 30, 2025, during an official visit to Rabat by Gambian Defense Minister ...