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.
