Floods claim 42 lives in Central Kenya as dam bursts

These recent fatalities add to a grim tally of over 140 lives claimed by heavy rains and flooding since the preceding month

Burkina Faso expands media suspensions amid massacre allegations

The country’s communications regulator, CSC, announced additional suspensions over the weekend, broadening the list of affected media organizations

Suspected measles outbreak claims 19 children in northeastern Nigeria

Measles detected in more than 200 children in Mubi North local government area of Adamawa state

Kenya delays school reopening amid devastating floods

Education Ministry extends closure by 1 week as heavy rains wreak havoc nationwide

Greening Ethiopia: An ambitious reforestation initiative

Ethiopia has embraced reforestation as a cornerstone of its environmental strategy

Officials report 23 civilian force members killed in northern Nigeria

The CJTF was first formed in 2013 to protect communities in the northeast and help the military fight Boko Haram and later its offshoot ISWAP

Zambia pays tribute to president Kaunda on centenary anniversary

The nation remembers his legacy and passion for a unified Zambia, while also marking the 31st anniversary of a football team tragedy.

Burkina Faso disputes allegations of massacre, calls report baseless

Ouedraogo emphasized that legal inquiries into the incidents at Nodin and Soro have been initiated

Iran pulls Egyptian medieval drama over history errors

Controversy erupts in Iran as authorities ban the Egyptian TV series “The Assassins.” The show, which tells the story of a historical figure, is accused of misrepresenting Iranian history and Islam.

Togo’s legislative elections follow disputed constitution changes

Togo holds legislative elections amidst debates over controversial constitutional changes, raising concerns about the potential extension of President Faure Gnassingbe’s family’s rule.

Diamonds fuel Botswana’s economic boom

The diamond industry has been a cornerstone of Botswana’s economy

Kenya floods death toll reaches 76

Nairobi, the capital, has borne the brunt of the disaster, with 32 fatalities and nearly 17,000 households displaced

Mali court declares itself ‘incompetent’ to rule on crackdown

Additionally, the court dismissed a request to address Mali’s legal and institutional vacuum

Benin police disperse union protest with tear gas

Once renowned for its vibrant multi-party democracy, Benin has faced criticism under President Patrice Talon’s tenure since 2016

US begins partial troop withdrawal from Chad

The Pentagon has announced plans for a partial withdrawal of US military forces from Chad as some troops were set to departure.

Africa charts course for sustainable growth with blue economy agenda

The blue economy model emphasizes the responsible exploitation of marine resources

EU allocates nearly €50M to boost Benin’s anti-terrorism efforts

To bolster border security, Benin has deployed 3,000 troops to its northern territories and is in the process of recruiting an additional 5,000 personnel

Kenya flood death toll climbs as El Nino causes havoc

Kenya struggles to contain a deadly flood crisis as the death toll stands at 70, with Nairobi experiencing significant damage.

AU pushes dialogue amid renewed tensions in Ethiopia

Fresh clashes erupt in northern Ethiopia’s disputed area, displacing thousands. The AU calls for an immediate halt to hostilities and urges dialogue to address the underlying tensions.

Kenya Airways accuses Congo of harassment following staff detention

The airline clarified that at the time of the arrest, it had not yet taken possession of the cargo, as the logistics process was ongoing

Malawi receives $57.6M World Bank grant to tackle food crisis

This “quick release” financing aims to aid the country in responding to the dire situation

Burkina Faso suspends BBC, VOA broadcasts due to killings coverage

Additionally, authorities announced measures to block access to the websites and digital platforms of BBC, VOA, and HRW within Burkina Faso

Senegal’s Dakar Biennale gets new November start date

Senegalese authorities delay the start of the Dakar Biennale, a major showcase for African contemporary art.

Morocco condemns storming of al-Aqsa mosque by Israeli settlers

Morocco condemns the storming of East Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque by illegal Israeli settlers, calling it a provocative act that violates its sanctity.

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