Coup attempt in Burkina Faso successfully thwarted
Failed coup attempt
Former French ambassador to Niger arrives in France, meets FM
French ambassador leaves
Heavy rains disrupt service on key commodity line in S. Africa
Cape Corridor, the primary route for manganese exports and agricultural commodities, has been severely affected by adverse weather conditions
US defence chief criticises coup leaders during Africa trip
Although Austin did not explicitly mention any specific country, his remarks seemed to be a direct allusion to Niger
Fundraising efforts for Morocco’s earthquake victims reach $1 billion
Nearly 3,000 people killed when magnitude 7 quake struck Morocco on Sept. 8, according to official figures
DR Congo launches climate-induced migration study
The UCESA study, which is backed by funding from the World Bank, aims to proactively assess the magnitude of potential future challenges
Namibia bans poultry imports from South Africa due to avian influenza
The suspension will remain in effect until further notice
Kenya not the only country facing a heavy debt burden – minister
Njuguna Ndung’u was addressing a research note from the U.S. investment bank JPMorgan, which was published on Tuesday
Niger says French ambassador has left the country
Following a coup in July, the ruling junta directed French Ambassador Sylvain Itte to depart the country within 48 hours at the end of August
Africa’s last absolute monarchy Eswatini holds elections
About 585,000 registered voters will participate in elections with MPs to play only an advisory role to King Mswati III.
5 million invasive quelea birds culled in Tanzania to protect grain crops
Special aerial spraying operation conducted at night for 4 days, official says
East Libya warlord Khalifa Haftar visits Russia
Upon his arrival in Moscow, Haftar was greeted by Russian Deputy Defense Minister Yunus-Bek Yevkurov, a former leader of the Muslim-majority Russian republic of Ingushetia.
US to pause some of Gabon’s aid programs
While the US is suspending assistance that could support the Gabonese government, it will reportedly continue operational activities within the country.
Nigeria’s labour unions to go on indefinite strike next week
The Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Nigeria, the largest labor unions, have announced that they will commence their indefinite strike on October 3rd.
Murder of DR Congo opposition figure Cherubin Okende still unsolved
The former minister of transport had previously held a position in President Felix Tshisekedi’s administration before stepping down and affiliating with the opposition party led by Moise Katumbi
Heavy rains and flooding claim 8 lives in South Africa’s Cape Town
The fatalities occurred in two informal settlements on the outskirts of the southern port city, as reported by the disaster risk management unit
1,329 hunger deaths in Ethiopia’s Tigray since start of ceasefire
According to a study conducted by local health authorities and Mekele University in the regional capital, hunger has become the leading cause of death in Tigray
Niger demands ‘negotiated framework’ for French army withdrawal
French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Sunday that France would withdraw its ambassador from Niger, followed by the French military contingent in the coming months.
Nelson Mandela’s granddaughter passes away at 43 due to cancer
She was the offspring of Zindzi Mandela, the youngest daughter of Nelson Mandela, and her first spouse, Zwelibanzi Hlongwane.
Libya’s mayor arrested over devastating floods
Mayor of Libya arrested
Tinubu appeals to US court for document confidentiality
Tinubu’s academic records sought
Former Zambian president mocks authorities over ‘permit’
Remarks by Edgar Lungu come as speculation grows over his return to active politics
Burkina Faso suspends French news outlet Jeune Afrique
The suspension of Jeune Afrique represents the most recent development in the tightening restrictions on French media outlets
Security forces neutralise at least 50 militants in Ethiopia’s Amhara
Army says Amhara militia attacks successfully repelled, while militants claim capturing dozens of soldiers
