Nigeria on alert for flooding as Cameroon releases dam water

Over 11 states at risk, 150,000 children already displaced in Borno State

Turkey to hold talks with Somalia, Ethiopia before mediation resumes

Turkey has already facilitated two rounds of talks between the two East African nations to help restore their relations

Platinum mining bolsters South Africa’s economy

The automotive industry, in particular, relies heavily on platinum for manufacturing

South African president urges permanent African seat on UNSC

Cyril Ramaphosa insists Africa must have veto rights to ensure full participation

UN criticizes South Sudan for delaying first-ever elections

The vote has been postponed multiple times, and international supporters have grown increasingly frustrated by the lack of progress.

Nine killed in Ethiopia’s Amhara region conflict

Violence has erupted in Ethiopia’s Amhara region, with clashes between the government forces and rebels leaving nine people dead.

Nigeria issues flood warning as Cameroon opens dam gates

Cameroon’s dam release has sparked fears of flooding in Nigeria, which is already grappling with severe floods in other parts of the country.

ECOWAS condemns terror attack in breakaway Mali

Military administration in Bamako said it foiled a terror attack on Faladie Gendarmerie School

Four children die in Namibia after becoming trapped in old freezer

Police suspect the children accidentally locked themselves inside and suffocated

African mangoes: A sweet export from Mali to Egypt

Mangoes show Africa’s agricultural prowess while delivering one of nature’s sweetest gifts

US and West face backlash from Tanzania over interference claims

Tanzanian president criticizes the US and Western nations for interference in national affairs and responds to foreign diplomats’ calls for independent investigations.

Armed group attacks village in DRC, leaving 10 dead

Ten civilians were killed in a midnight attack by the CODECO militia in eastern Congo’s Ituri province, sparking fears of further violence.

Nigeria: Bus accident claims 40 lives, mostly children

A tragic bus accident in Nigeria claimed the lives of 25 children during a religious pilgrimage.

Tanzanite: The gemstone of unique beauty found only in Tanzania

For now, tanzanite remains a remarkable symbol of nature’s artistry

Zimbabwe to cull 200 elephants to tackle drought-induced hunger

This cull, the first since 1988, will occur in Hwange, Mbire, Tsholotsho, and Chiredzi districts

Mali army secures capital after insurgent attack

Authorities urged residents to stay clear of the area and await further instructions

Two police officers killed in ambush in Northern Benin

The officers were attacked by unidentified armed men while riding their motorbikes in the Karimama district

Tragedy strikes DRC: Boat accident leaves 40 missing

Rescue teams are searching for survivors after a boat capsized in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

IGAD, Somalia sign pact for ocean development

IGAD and Somalia have joined forces to establish a regional center for blue economy, promoting sustainable ocean development and economic growth in the region.

US troops leave Niger after coup, military deal scrapped

The US military has announced the completion of its withdrawal from Niger, following a coup that led to the termination of a military cooperation agreement.

Red Sea crisis deepens as Egypt faces economic fallout

The Red Sea is facing a growing crisis as Egypt faces severe economic consequences due to the Israeli war on Gaza.

Sahel states unite against disinformation, launch new web TV

A new web TV is launched by the Sahel states to counter disinformation and promote regional sovereignty, following the closure of French media outlets in the region.

Nigerian flood victims face prolonged wait for medical assistance

The floods have not only worsened living conditions for the displaced but have also put immense pressure on government resources and humanitarian agencies

Kenya initiates national debt audit, finance minister announces

Kenya’s debt currently stands at 10.5 trillion shillings ($81.71 billion)

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