Egypt's Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, Lieutenant General Kamel Al-Wazir, received the Guinness World Records certificate recognizing Sokhna Port as the deepest man-made harbor basin constructed on land, with a depth of 19 meters. Significance and Strategic Goals: Global Recognition:  The Minister expressed happiness, stating the achievement reflects the significant development across various sectors in Egypt, especial

Somali Defense Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi stated that Somalis will not tolerate being undermined after US President Donald Trump once again directed an insult at them. Somali Defense Minister's Response: Rejection of Undermining:  In a message to Reuters, Fiqi asserted that the Somali people "will not accept being diminished." Advice to Trump:  Fiqi advised Trump to focus on fulfilling his promises to American voters  "instead of concerning himself with Somalia." Praise for

Dozens of civilians who fled the fighting in Mali told the Associated Press (AP) that a new Russian military unit, the "Africa Corps" (which replaced the Wagner Group), is committing horrific abuses, including rape and beheadings, while cooperating with the Malian army to pursue extremists. Africa Corps Atrocities: Wagner Tactics:  Refugees testified that the "Africa Corps" employs the same brutal methods  previously used by Wagner. Alleged Abuses:  Accounts include beheading

The government of Benin announced today, Sunday, that a limited military coup attempt was foiled after a group of soldiers seized the national television station and announced the "removal" of President Patrice Talon and the dissolution of state institutions. Details of the Attempt and Government Response: Coup Announcement:  A group of military personnel, calling themselves the " Military Committee for Refoundation ," appeared on state TV early Sunday, announcing Talon's dis

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi inaugurated the fourth edition of the International Defence and Military Industries Exhibition "EDEX 2025" on Monday, attended by senior military and government officials and representatives of major global defense companies. 1. Opening Ceremony and Industrial Cooperation Ceremony Start:  The opening ceremony began with an artistic presentation titled "Always United," followed by the introduction of the joint manufacturing project for t

The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Sunday the release of three Egyptian citizens who were kidnapped in Mali earlier this November. The release was achieved through coordination with the Malian government via the Egyptian Embassy in Bamako. 1. Monitoring and Support Efforts Ministry's Assurance:  The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed its commitment to: Continuous monitoring  of the conditions of Egyptians abroad. Providing maximum protection and

The number of deaths resulting from the Marburg virus outbreak in Ethiopia has risen to 6 people, the official news agency announced on Wednesday. Ethiopia confirmed the first outbreak on November 14, reporting 3 deaths just three days later. 1. Current Outbreak Statistics Confirmed Cases:  11 confirmed cases of the virus. Reported Deaths:  6 deaths. Cases Under Treatment:  5 cases are undergoing medical treatment. Contacts:  349 suspected contacts have been isolated, 119 of

A group of military personnel in Guinea-Bissau announced "full control" over the country "until further notice," after arresting the outgoing President Umaro Sissoco Embaló inside the Presidential Palace in the capital, Bissau. The military announced the suspension of the electoral process and the closure of borders, pending the results of the presidential and legislative elections held on Sunday. 1. Coup Details and Arrests Announcement of Control:  The military, in a statem

Three members of a cargo plane crew were killed on Tuesday morning when a plane carrying food aid to flood victims crashed in the oil-rich Unity State in northern South Sudan. 1. Incident Details and Casualties Flight and Location:  The plane took off from the capital, Juba , heading towards the Leer  area, but crashed about 20 kilometers from the landing strip. Cargo:  The plane was carrying about two tons  of food supplies destined for flood victims. Casualties:  The intern

The Haile Gubbi volcano in northeastern Ethiopia erupted on Sunday for the first time in approximately 12,000 years, according to the Smithsonian Institution's Global Volcanism Program. 1. Volcano Location and Geological Details Location:  The volcano is located in the Afar region , about 800 kilometers northeast of the capital, Addis Ababa, near the border with Eritrea. Geological Setting:  It is situated in the Rift Valley , an area of significant geological turmoil caused

The government of Ghana announced on Monday that it had received official confirmation from the United States that US President Donald Trump had completely canceled the 15% tariffs he had previously imposed on Ghana's exports of cocoa and some agricultural products. 1. Decision Details and Economic Impact Tariff Cancellation:  Ghanaian Foreign Minister Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey  (Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa in the article) confirmed that the 15% tariff on eligible Ghanaian cocoa a

Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in the Zambian capital, Lusaka, in the first such visit in nearly three decades. The stop is described as carrying political and economic dimensions beyond mere protocol, aimed at strengthening China's presence in Africa via the "Belt and Road Initiative." Zambia: A Model for Chinese Investment and Geoeconomic Competition Arena Zambia's Economic Status:  The visit comes as Zambia (rich in copper) struggles to overcome a severe financial crisis

French President Emmanuel Macron embarks on a new African tour (November 20-24, 2025) spanning four key stops: Mauritius, South Africa, Gabon, and Angola. This trip is part of efforts to reposition France on the continent following a decline in its influence in recent years, particularly in areas traditionally considered vital to Paris, according to an Africa Report . The tour reflects a growing French orientation toward English and Portuguese-speaking nations in Africa (Ango

Unidentified gunmen launched an attack at dawn on Monday on a government girls' school in Kebbi State, northwestern Nigeria, resulting in the death of the Deputy Principal and a local guard, and the kidnapping of at least 25 students. This is the latest incident in a series of attacks targeting educational institutions in the country for ransom. Details of the Tragic Attack Casualties:   Hassan Yaqoub Mukoko , the Deputy Principal, was killed while attempting to confront the

Egypt's National Elections Authority (NEA) announced on Tuesday the annulment of the results of the parliamentary elections in a number of districts in the first phase, following reports of irregularities in the voting and counting process. Details of the Annulment and Re-Voting The head of the NEA, Hazem Badawy , stated that the decision was made due to "fundamental flaws that affected the voting and counting process in some districts."  Consequently: Annulment:  The NEA dec

The Republic of South Sudan experienced a sudden and major political development yesterday, Wednesday, as President Salva Kiir Mayardit issued a presidential decree dismissing Benjamin Bol Mel from his position as Vice President and Deputy Chairman of the ruling party. This move came as a shock in political circles, especially since Bol Mel was widely viewed as the potential successor to the 74-year-old President, raising serious questions about the future of power in the wor

Madagascar's intelligence services announced on Saturday, November 8, the arrest of two foreign nationals  as part of an investigation into an alleged coup and assassination plot targeting President Michael Randraianarivelo . Arrest Details and Seized Evidence Raid and Arrest:  The arrests followed a raid conducted between Friday evening and Saturday morning at the home of one of the suspects. The identities and nationalities of the detainees have not yet been disclosed. "Smo

A report by Africa Report reveals the escalating military relationship between Russia and Uganda, which serves as a model for Moscow’s strategy on the African continent, especially amid its growing international isolation due to the war in Ukraine. A Deep Strategic Military Partnership The relationship goes beyond simple arms deals to include extensive technical and training support: Massive Shipments:  Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni  received a new Russian military shipme

The prominent Cameroonian opposition leader, Issa Tchiroma Bakary, has secretly fled to Nigeria in a surprise move that follows weeks of presidential election results where President Paul Biya was declared the winner of an eighth term amidst widespread opposition rejection and fraud accusations. Escape Details and Current Status in Nigeria Escape Route:  Tchiroma, whose home in Garoua was under heavy security surveillance, managed to leave Cameroon overnight via the Benue Riv

Nigeria affirmed today, Tuesday, that the country's constitution does not allow religious persecution, in response to US President Donald Trump's threat of military intervention over what he claimed were "killings targeting Christians" in the country. Nigerian Foreign Minister's Statements Denial of Supporting Persecution:  Nigerian Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar , speaking at a press conference in Berlin, stated: " It is impossible for the Nigerian government to support any r