Death toll of Morocco quake hits 1,037 – state tv

Earthquake strongest tremor to hit North African nation in more than a century, according to National Geophysical Institute

Three soldiers arrested in Burkina over ‘plot’ against junta

Their objective, as stated, was to undermine the stability of the transition, which refers to the interim military governance period preceding the scheduled elections.

Tunisia press union condemns government ‘censorship’

The syndicate also condemned the “intimidation” of journalists through politically motivated judicial prosecutions and interrogations.

Tanzania to administer polio vaccines to over 3 million children

This comes after resurgence of virus in East African country

Former rebel leader in CAR charged with crimes against humanity

Ex-rebel leader Abdoulaye Hissene charged with crimes against humanity and war crimes

Rebels strap explosives to baby twins in DR Congo, says UN

The explosives were removed by mine experts without detonating.

Freetown hit with power cuts after Turkish power ship switches off supply

The company has forged agreements with numerous African nations grappling with electricity supply challenges.

Militant attack leaves 18 people dead in East Congo, local official says

The area is infested with numerous armed factions, and the pervasive violence has compelled millions to abandon their residences.

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

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