South Sudan postpones elections for two years
South Sudan’s elections have been postponed for the second time, raising concerns about the country’s stability.
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Tanzania blocks Chadema’s rally over recent disappearances
The ban on a planned protest comes as concerns about human rights abuses in the country escalate.
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Tanzania’s opposition threatens mass protests over abductions
The party demands an investigation and the return of missing members.
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Mass trial begins for DRC prison break accused
Over 60 people are on trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo for their alleged involvement in a violent prison break that resulted in multiple deaths and injuries.
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US condemns Tanzanian opposition figure killing, demands justice
A Tanzanian opposition figure was killed after being abducted by suspected security agents, sparking concerns about a return to political repression in the country.
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Nigeria’s government crackdown on labor union leader
Nigeria’s state security service arrested the president of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Monday. Joe Ajero, the head of the country’s largest labour federation, was detained on undisclosed charges, the NLC reported. The arrest comes after Ajero criticised the government’s decision to increase gasoline prices by 39%. He had threatened to call a nationwide
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South Africa’s Simelane rejects VBS scandal bribery claims
South Africa’s justice minister is facing allegations of corruption related to the VBS Bank scandal.
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Power crisis cripples Malawi, hospitals affected
A nationwide blackout has hit Malawi, leaving hospitals and other essential services crippled.
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Mass wildlife culling underway in Namibia to address drought
Namibia’s government has initiated a controversial wildlife cull to address the drought and food insecurity crisis.
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Floods ravage Nigeria, killing 179 and displacing thousands
The devastating floods in Nigeria have caused widespread damage to infrastructure, agriculture, and livelihoods.
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