Joint operation rescues 43 hostages from ADF in DRC

The rebels have been operating in the region for decades, killing thousands of civilians.

Africa’s mpox fight hampered by funding gap

Despite efforts to secure vaccines and mobilize resources, the continent remains far short of the estimated $245 million needed to effectively address the crisis.

Egypt sends military aid to Somalia amid tensions with Ethiopia

The relationship between Egypt and Somalia has strengthened this year, particularly following Ethiopia’s controversial preliminary agreement with Somaliland

Africa’s development goals making progress

The rapid urbanization in Africa presents both challenges and opportunities

Burkina Faso arrests Swiss citizen

Burkina Faso, a country located in the Sahel region of sub-Saharan Africa, has seen two coups in recent years, leading to increasingly strained relations with Western nations

Anti-graft unit exposes years of corruption in South Africa

The report by South Africa’s anti-graft unit reveals widespread corruption at top state-owned companies, totaling more than $7 billion in losses.

DRC prosecutors call for death penalty for 50 defendants

Three Americans are among 50 defendants facing the death penalty in a trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo over an alleged coup attempt in May.

Congo requests 2M mpox vaccine doses from Japan

Japan recently confirmed that Congo had asked for mpox vaccine doses but did not specify the quantity

Lake Malawi: World’s most biodiverse freshwater lake

Lake Malawi is one of the world’s most biologically diverse and ecologically significant lakes

Nigeria doctors stage strike demand release of abducted colleague

Dr. Popoola, a mother of five, was abducted from her home on December 27 alongside her husband and a nephew

Ex-Kenyan PM Raila Odinga runs for AU chair, promises change

Raila Odinga has announced his candidacy for the African Union chairmanship, promising to make the AU more people-centered and impactful across Africa.

Human Rights Watch accuses Cameroon of torture

A Cameroonian social media activist, known as Steve Akam, was found tortured in a military court cell after disappearing last month.

Namibia to cull 83 elephants, distribute meat to communities

Southern Africa is experiencing its worst drought in decades, with Namibia depleting 84% of its food reserves by last month

Ghana struggles with food shortage, bans grain exports

Drought in Ghana has led to a decline in grain production, prompting the government to halt exports.

Tunisia’s Saied cites national security in cabinet reshuffle

Tunisian President Kais Saied has conducted a sweeping cabinet reshuffle, citing national security and government coherence issues before the upcoming elections on October 6.

Congo delays mpox vaccine delivery amid global health crisis

The mpox vaccine shortage in Congo persists, raising concerns about the country’s ability to contain the outbreak.

Illegal mining operation leads to fatal accident in Zambia

Nine men were killed when a large pile of gravel collapsed on them while working illegally in a quarry in Zambia.

Binance executives face trial in Nigeria a month earlier

Two executives have been charged with laundering over $35 million, and one has escaped detention. The trial date has been moved up.

Thousands displaced, 23 dead in Ethiopian landslides

Heavy rains continue to cause widespread devastation across the country.

Denmark embassies shifts focus to North Africa, Rwanda

Denmark is closing its embassies in Burkina Faso and Mali and opening new missions in Senegal, Tunisia, and Rwanda as part of a new Africa strategy.

Floods in Nigeria kill 49, displace thousands

The hardest-hit states—Jigawa, Adamawa, and Taraba—have seen 41,344 people displaced by the floods

Ghana election nears with stability and job creation promises

Ghana’s presidential race intensifies with John Dramani Mahama and Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia offering contrasting plans for economic stability and job creation.

Germany to donate 100,000 mpox vaccine doses to Africa

The German government will also provide the World Health Organization (WHO) with flexible financial resources through various mechanisms to fight the spread of mpox

Timbuktu’s rich history of salt-gold trade

Timbuktu’s glory days as a major trade center are long past, but its legacy endures

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