Algeria to expel 12 French embassy officials
France said the move was in response to the indictment of three Algerians in Paris on Friday.
PowerAfrika
Ant smugglers caught with hundreds of prized insects in Kenya
It is believed the ants were destined for exotic pet markets in Europe and Asia.
South Africa appoints special envoy to ease US relations
Relations are at an all-time low – South Africa’s ambassador to the US was expelled last month.
Diplomatic tensions escalate as Algeria expels French officials
The move is Algeria’s biggest expulsion of French consular staff since it gained independence in 1962.
South Africa re-opens inquest into Nobel laureate’s death
The official ruling – that Albert Luthuli died in an accident in 1967, has long been queried by his family.
Gabon coup leader wins election by huge margin
This was the first presidential vote since the near-six-decade-long Bongo dynasty was overthrown.
Three Americans Jailed Over Failed DR Congo Coup Return Home: A Tale of Justice and Diplomacy
In a dramatic turn of events, three Americans jailed over a failed coup in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have been repatriated to the United States to serve the remainder of their sentences, marking a significant moment in US-DR Congo relations. The story, which unfolded over the past week, highlights the complexities of international … Read more