Israeli far-right minister supports reclaiming Egypt’s Sinai

Israel’s Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu has called for the reoccupation of Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula, leading to increased tensions between Israel and Egypt.

Sierra Leone celebrates ban on child marriage

Under the new legislation, anyone involved in marrying off a girl under the age of 18 faces a minimum 15-year jail term

Ethiopian forces accused of war crimes in Amhara region

Human Rights Watch accuses Ethiopian forces of war crimes in Amhara, including attacks on medical personnel, patients, and healthcare facilities.

Kenyan activists rethink strategy after protests turn violent

Interior Minister Kithure Kindike blamed the violence on “hordes of marauding criminal gangs” and accused some of trying to “politicize crime”

Tunisian president sets October 6 for presidential elections

Tunisia’s opposition expected to boycott presidential elections as it previously boycotted parliamentary, local elections under Saied’s rule

Kenya vows to end violence and looting ‘at any cost’

Authorities pledge to restore order amid ongoing civil unrest, escalating violence, extensive property damage

Vibrant heritage: Traditional attire across Africa

African traditional clothing stands as a sign of the continent’s cultural diversity

Leaking mine pollutes river, sickens villagers in Ivory Coast

Hundreds of villagers in Ivory Coast fall ill after a gold mine leak contaminates their drinking water source.

Tensions in Mali amid militant killed following ISIS figure’s slaying

A leader of a Malian militia allied with the government was assassinated, possibly in retaliation for his role in killing a high-ranking ISIS official.

Fatalities reported following riots that erupted in Mauritania

Three deaths during riots in Mauritania have raised concerns following the presidential election victory of Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani.

Deadlier Mpox strain ravages DRC, spreads fear of wider Africa

This variant is more contagious, deadlier, and impacting children and pregnant women.

UN expands Sudan refugee aid to Libya, Uganda amid war surge

With a lack of resources, the agency warns of a potential refugee crisis in Europe if aid is not provided.

Italy seizes Chinese military drones bound for Libya

The disassembled drones were discovered in six containers at the port of Gioia Tauro, Calabria, concealed among fake wind turbine blades

M23 rebels seizure of key town sparks alarm in Eastern Congo

Fighting continues around the village of Kaseghe, as Congolese troops attempt to repel the rebels

Egypt declares sweeping cabinet reshuffle

Egypt prepares to swear in a new cabinet with changes in key ministries like finance, foreign affairs, and supply, aiming to address economic challenges.

Ethiopia and Somalia agree to continue talks in Turkey

After initial discussions, Ethiopia and Somalia show commitment to dialogue. New meeting planned in Ankara with Turkey acting as facilitator.

Africa boasts world’s largest, deepest lakes

Africa’s largest and deepest lakes, Lake Victoria and Lake Tanganyika, are natural wonders

UN urges immediate action on Congo humanitarian crisis

Current response ‘insufficient’ to meet overwhelming needs, according to International Organization for Migration

Multinational force strikes Boko Haram in the Lake Chad region

In response to recent Boko Haram attacks, a regional force conducted airstrikes and ground operations in Lake Chad, reportedly killing over 70 militants.

Comoros President Assoumani appoints aon to key government role

Violent protests erupted after the election commission declared Assoumani re-elected for a fourth five-year term

UNICEF: CAR’s children are world’s most deprived

According to the U.N. children’s agency, half of the children in the country lack access to health services

Eastern Africa recalls fury of Freddy, longest cyclone on record

The UN’s weather agency confirms Tropical Cyclone Freddy, which ravaged eastern Africa last year, as the longest-lasting cyclone ever recorded at 36 days.

Kenyan riot police clash with protesters in anti-tax protests

The government has called for calm, with State House communications director Gerald Bitok urging peace and patriotism

Comoros leader’s son appointed amid controversy over election

Azali Assoumani reshuffled his cabinet and named his son to a key government role, sparking criticism and accusations of nepotism amid political unrest in Comoros.

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