Africa's top military aviation powers—Egypt, Algeria, and Angola—lead in aircraft fleets. Nations prioritise air power for security and regional influence in 2026.

DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — It had become a familiar scene in West Africa. A group of soldiers appeared on state television in Benin on Sunday to claim they had seized power. A few hours later, the ...

Find out the top 10 African countries with the highest debt owed to the IMF in January 2026, including Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania ...

In 2026, Egypt, Algeria, and Nigeria lead Africa's military rankings, reflecting advancements in manpower, equipment, and defence capabilities across the continent.

Planning a trip within African countries doesn’t always have to involve long embassy queues, costly visa fees, or complicated ...

Nigeria's broader challenges around security and societal safety continue to heavily affect its overall peace ranking. Mauritius remains Africa’s most peaceful nation and is the only African country ...

Gold mining operations recently restarted at the Loulo-Gounkoto complex in western Mali after being shut down for several months. In January, the Malian government started blocking exports from the ...

Some West African nations have introduced laws granting citizenship to members of the African diaspora as part of broader efforts toward reconciliation, recognition, and reconnection. These policies ...

Several African countries continue to rank among the world’s cheapest destinations for petrol, driven largely by fuel subsidies, government price ...

In January 2026, Malawi topped the list of African countries with the highest petrol prices, followed by Senegal and Zimbabwe ...