Africa

Washington DC 6 hours ago

Trump hosts 'Washington Accords' Rwanda-Congo peace deal signing, vows US rare earths purchases

President Donald Trump signs Washington Accords peace deal with Rwanda and Congo leaders, securing rare earth mineral access while ending decadeslong regional conflict.

Africa 11 hours ago

Somalis live in constant fear, danger as disturbing reality hovers over their daily lives

Al-Shabab generates over $150 million annually through extortion and taxation in Somalia, where both Islamic State and al Qaeda operate, according to the State Department.

VIDEO 14 hours ago

Somali terror groups loom as Mogadishu powers new growth

Markets, traffic and street vendors paint a picture of daily urban life in Somalia's capital city. (Reuters/Anadolu Agency.)

Secretary of State 1 day ago

Trump admin targets anti-Christian violence with new visa crackdown policy following Nigeria attacks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces policy allowing State Department to deny visas to individuals involved in religious freedom violations globally.

Immigration 2 days ago

Trump rips Somali community as federal agents reportedly eye Minnesota enforcement sweep

Trump calls Twin Cities Somali community "garbage" during cabinet meeting as reports emerge of planned ICE enforcement sweep targeting Minneapolis area.

Africa 2 days ago

Experts dispute Nigerian government’s claims amid congressional probe of escalating attacks on Christians

Congress investigates ongoing violence against Christians in Nigeria as lawmakers hear detailed testimony on targeted attacks and U.S. policy responses.

Opinion 4 days ago

Trump needs to help bring peace to Sudan because of what it means to the US

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman asks Trump to intervene in Sudan's devastating war that has killed 400,000 people and displaced 13 million civilians.

Africa 6 days ago

US dramatically escalates Somalia airstrikes as Trump admin targets ISIS, al Qaeda terrorists

U.S. airstrikes in Somalia more than double under Trump, targeting ISIS and al-Shabab terrorists in coordinated operations with Somali government.

VIDEO November 27

A message home from the troops

Sergeant Major Garric Banfield and General Dagvin Anderson discuss the possibility of military action in Nigeria in response to persecution of Christians and more on 'Special Report.'

Africa November 26

Politician named Adolf Hitler becomes focal point of local election campaign

Germany's colonial legacy in Namibia creates unusual name combination, and a local politician with a dictator's name seeks another term in regional elections.