Africa security news
Here are some recent security news stories from Africa:
North Africa
- Libya: Clashes between rival militias in Tripoli have left at least 30 people dead and hundreds injured. The fighting has raised concerns about the stability of the country. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- Egypt: The Egyptian military has launched a major operation against Islamic State (IS) militants in the Sinai Peninsula, killing dozens of fighters and destroying several hideouts. (Source: Reuters)
- Tunisia: The Tunisian government has announced a state of emergency after a series of attacks by IS militants, including a suicide bombing that killed 12 soldiers. (Source: BBC)
West Africa
- Nigeria: The Nigerian military has launched a major operation against Boko Haram militants in the northeastern state of Borno, killing dozens of fighters and rescuing hundreds of hostages. (Source: CNN)
- Mali: The Malian government has announced a state of emergency after a series of attacks by Islamist militants, including a suicide bombing that killed 20 people. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- Ghana: The Ghanaian military has launched a major operation against armed robbers and kidnappers in the northern region of the country. (Source: Ghanaian Times)
East Africa
- Somalia: The Somali government has announced a major operation against al-Shabaab militants in the capital city of Mogadishu, killing dozens of fighters and capturing several key targets. (Source: Reuters)
- Ethiopia: The Ethiopian military has launched a major operation against Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) rebels in the northern region of Tigray, killing dozens of fighters and capturing several key towns. (Source: BBC)
- Kenya: The Kenyan military has launched a major operation against al-Shabaab militants in the northeastern region of Garissa, killing dozens of fighters and capturing several key targets. (Source: The Star)
Southern Africa
- South Africa: The South African government has announced a major operation against organized crime and corruption, including a crackdown on illegal mining and drug trafficking. (Source: News24)
- Zimbabwe: The Zimbabwean military has launched a major operation against opposition protesters in the capital city of Harare, killing several people and arresting hundreds. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- Namibia: The Namibian government has announced a major operation against poachers and wildlife traffickers, including a crackdown on rhino and elephant poaching. (Source: The Namibian)
These are just a few examples of the many security news stories from Africa. The continent faces a range of security challenges, including terrorism, insurgency, organized crime, and political instability.