Africa: U.S. Africa Command 2025 Posture Statement to Senate Armed Services Committee

Nicolas Jackson's return from injury has been timely for Chelsea as they strive to win the Europa Conference League trophy and secure a spot in the Champions League for the first time since 2022-23. The Senegalese striker has scored nine goals in 26 games this season, establishing himself as the team's top choice under manager Enzo Maresca. Born in The Gambia and raised in Senegal, Jackson's talent was evident from a young age, with his...

Torrential rains and floods in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, have claimed the lives of at least 33 people. President Félix Tshisekedi assured victims that the government will not abandon them, calling for a crisis meeting in response to the disaster. With desperate residents resorting to makeshift canoes to escape the floodwaters, the city's 17 million inhabitants are facing a dire situation exacerbated by its proximity to the Congo river. Full...

At least 50 hippos and other large animals have been killed by anthrax poisoning in Africa's Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Park officials are working to recover and bury the animals to prevent further spread, but lack access and logistics. The park, known for its biological diversity, has been affected by conflict and efforts to increase hippo populations after declines due to poaching and war. Full Article

to a minimum. During cross-examination, a police detective stated that he did not support the use of torture to obtain information from suspects, while interviewing Steveno van Rhyn, a key figure in the missing Joshlin Smith trial. This statement was made to the defence team, shedding light on the detective's ethical stance on interrogation methods. The detective's testimony provides insight into the investigative process and the importance of adhering to legal and ethical standards in...

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond include Muslims in Senegal's Dakar heading to evening prayers, worshippers in Nigeria marking the end of Ramadan with a large feast, and celebrations for Eid in Ivory Coast and Egypt. Additionally, South Africans protest for justice after a young girl's alleged rape, Al Hilal supporters gear up for a football match in Egypt, and activists rally in support of presidential candidate...

South Sudan criticized the US for revoking visas for all its nationals after a mistaken deportation of a Congolese man. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the measure in response to South Sudan's refusal to accept repatriated citizens. South Sudan's foreign ministry regretted the blanket measure, explaining the mistaken identity and sharing evidence with American officials, leading to tensions as fears of renewed civil war in South Sudan grow. Full Article