Two people were killed on Monday during protests in southern Senegal following the indictment and detention of prominent opposition figure Ousmane Sonko, a presidential candidate for the 2024 election.
African leaders on Sunday, gave the junta in Niger one week to relinquish power or face potential forceful intervention, while also imposing financial sanctions on the coup leaders.
North Korea has extended a warm welcome to Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu and his delegation, as they arrived in Pyongyang on Tuesday evening, according to state media reports.
Lionel Messi's impact in the United States continued as he scored twice in Inter Miami's 4-0 victory over Atlanta United, securing his team's place in the knockout rounds of the Leagues Cup.
The FIFA Women's World Cup saw a remarkable display from Ary Borges, who scored a hat-trick for Brazil, while Germany secured a resounding victory to kick off their campaign.
Gabon's upcoming presidential election will see President Ali Bongo Ondimba contend with 18 other candidates, as announced by authorities on Monday.
A tribute from Strive Masiyiwa for Archbishop Professor Ezekiel Handinawangu Guti who went to be with the Lord Jesus Christ this week, at the age of 100!
In a thrilling Women's World Cup opener in Wellington, Sweden fought back and secured a 2-1 victory against South Africa in the pouring rain.
Spain issued a Women's World Cup warning on Friday with a 3-0 win over Costa Rica while Switzerland ensured there would be no fairytale debut for the Philippines.
South Africa's opposition party Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen speaking at a party event.