400,000 at risk as heavy rains threaten floods, landslides in Ethiopia

Amhara region’s disaster prevention agency warns of high disaster risk across 32 districts

EU voices concern over worsening security in Burkina Faso

European Union condemns in the strongest terms the terrorist attack carried out by JNIM on Aug. 24 in Barsalogho, says statement

Sudan flood death toll rises to 148, aid efforts stalled

The hardest-hit regions include River Nile state, which has reported 59 fatalities, Northern state with 31, and Red Sea state with 16

Namibia revokes permit for ship carrying Israeli military cargo

The decision comes after it was revealed that the ship was transporting RDX hexogen and TNT.

Ethiopia and Egypt clash over Somalia as new AU mission looms

Ethiopia expresses concerns about the potential destabilizing effects of the new AU mission in Somalia, particularly following Egypt’s military aid to the country.

Spain, Mauritania, Gambia partner against people smuggling

Spain strengthens ties with West Africa to combat illegal migration and promote legal pathways for migrants.

Mass graves unearthed in Tanzania ritual killings

Tanzanian police have made a horrifying discovery of mass graves containing the remains of ten victims, including a two-month-old infant.

Joint operation rescues 43 hostages from ADF in DRC

The rebels have been operating in the region for decades, killing thousands of civilians.

Africa’s mpox fight hampered by funding gap

Despite efforts to secure vaccines and mobilize resources, the continent remains far short of the estimated $245 million needed to effectively address the crisis.

Egypt sends military aid to Somalia amid tensions with Ethiopia

The relationship between Egypt and Somalia has strengthened this year, particularly following Ethiopia’s controversial preliminary agreement with Somaliland

Africa’s development goals making progress

The rapid urbanization in Africa presents both challenges and opportunities

Burkina Faso arrests Swiss citizen

Burkina Faso, a country located in the Sahel region of sub-Saharan Africa, has seen two coups in recent years, leading to increasingly strained relations with Western nations

Anti-graft unit exposes years of corruption in South Africa

The report by South Africa’s anti-graft unit reveals widespread corruption at top state-owned companies, totaling more than $7 billion in losses.

DRC prosecutors call for death penalty for 50 defendants

Three Americans are among 50 defendants facing the death penalty in a trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo over an alleged coup attempt in May.

Congo requests 2M mpox vaccine doses from Japan

Japan recently confirmed that Congo had asked for mpox vaccine doses but did not specify the quantity

Lake Malawi: World’s most biodiverse freshwater lake

Lake Malawi is one of the world’s most biologically diverse and ecologically significant lakes

Nigeria doctors stage strike demand release of abducted colleague

Dr. Popoola, a mother of five, was abducted from her home on December 27 alongside her husband and a nephew

Ex-Kenyan PM Raila Odinga runs for AU chair, promises change

Raila Odinga has announced his candidacy for the African Union chairmanship, promising to make the AU more people-centered and impactful across Africa.

Human Rights Watch accuses Cameroon of torture

A Cameroonian social media activist, known as Steve Akam, was found tortured in a military court cell after disappearing last month.

Namibia to cull 83 elephants, distribute meat to communities

Southern Africa is experiencing its worst drought in decades, with Namibia depleting 84% of its food reserves by last month

Ghana struggles with food shortage, bans grain exports

Drought in Ghana has led to a decline in grain production, prompting the government to halt exports.

Tunisia’s Saied cites national security in cabinet reshuffle

Tunisian President Kais Saied has conducted a sweeping cabinet reshuffle, citing national security and government coherence issues before the upcoming elections on October 6.

Congo delays mpox vaccine delivery amid global health crisis

The mpox vaccine shortage in Congo persists, raising concerns about the country’s ability to contain the outbreak.

Illegal mining operation leads to fatal accident in Zambia

Nine men were killed when a large pile of gravel collapsed on them while working illegally in a quarry in Zambia.

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