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.
