EU inaction over Uganda LGBTQ law slammed by activists
Rights activists from the Convening for Equality (CFE) coalition stated in a press release that the EU’s stance did not guarantee that its funding would not inadvertently contribute to violence and discrimination against the LGBTQ community.
567 IS-allied militants killed since December of 2021 – Uganda
In June of this year, 42 individuals, primarily students, were tragically massacred at a school in Kasese, Western Uganda.
107 suspected terrorists surrender to federal government in Somalia
107 terrorist from Al-Shabaab surrendered themselves to the government in Somalia
Scores killed in terror attacks across Mali
50 terrorists also ‘neutralized’ in clashes with army, says government statement
Over 1,000 irregular migrants detained in Senegal in 2 weeks
In total, more than 1,000 migrants have been caught up in the operations in the past two weeks.
Pentagon repositions some troops in Niger, pulls non-essential personnel
Prior to this repositioning, there were 1,100 troops stationed in the West African nation.
Bongo critic appointed as interim prime minister in post-coup Gabon
Developments in Gabon following the coup are being closely monitored with concern not only in Central Africa but also around the world.
Suspected jihadists attack Mali river boat
There were no immediate details of any casualties.
French ‘policies’ are the problem not its ‘people’ say...
France pulled out its troops from its former colony amid rising hostility following the takeover by Captain Ibrahim Traore in September 2022.
Serial killer who hid bodies in kitchen arrested by Rwandan police
Suspect responsible for murder of about 12 people, local media reports
Egypt’s electricity exports to Sudan and Jordan reach 180 MW
Egypt has not stopped exporting electricity to Jordan or Sudan despite the recent power load-shedding crisis in the country over the past two months
Africa’s infant mortality rates show significant decline
Africa, like many parts of the world, has been diligently working towards reducing infant mortality rates
Numerous casualties feared after Al-Shabaab terror attack on army base
Heavy gunfight followed car bomb blast in newly liberated small town of Nur Dugle; Defense Ministry says attack repulsed
Gabon, ECCAS agree to draft roadmap to reinstate democratic rule
Neither Touadera nor the official gave details about the plan or a timeline.
Mali carries out airstrikes on terror group
Local officials report that Timbuktu has been under a jihadist blockade since late August.
Gabon’s deposed president ‘free to move’ abroad
Ali Bongo can travel overseas if he wishes to carry out his medical check-up, says military leader
Cholera outbreak reported in western Burundi
At least 15 cases reported in western part of country, says Health Ministry
Zambian police arrest, charge former first lady over alleged theft
Esther Lungu jointly charged with four others
Protests erupt after Chadian soldier is killed at a French base
France is contending with a surge of discontent in its former African colonies, where coups in Mali and Burkina Faso have led to the withdrawal of its forces from these nations.
Guinea coup anniversary clashes leave 4 dead
These fatalities have raised the total number of casualties caused by the security forces since June 2022 to 30
African leaders adopt ‘Nairobi declaration’ at historic summit
“We march on with the Nairobi declaration,” said Ruto, bringing the three-day conference to a close.
Examining the role of oil companies exploiting Africa
Oil exploration often begins with the promise of economic growth but it rarely happens
Confederation of African Football canceles its broadcast deal with beIN Sports
CAF terminated its biggest broadcast rights deal and provoked a likely legal fight with Qatar-based beIN Media Group
2 senior Ennahda party members arrested in Tunisia
Mondher Ounissi, Ennahda’s vice president, Abdel Karim Harouni, head of party’s Shura Council, taken into custody
