A boat capsized on the Niger River in central Nigeria, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 27 lives.

Armed men abducted women and children from a sinking migrant boat off the Libyan coast.

The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission announced plans to investigate, while the UNHCR expressed deep concern over reports of detentions

Flooding across the region has killed over 1,520 people and affected 7.2 million, per U.N. data

Africa, often referred to as the “continent of riches,” is home to an abundance of natural resources

It is time for the country to ‘assert its full sovereignty and to redefine its strategic partnerships according to national priorities,’ government says

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Rescue operations are ongoing in eastern Uganda following devastating landslides that have buried homes in over six villages. Irene Muloni, a former Energy Minister and current Woman MP for Bulambuli District, urged authorities on Thursday (Nov. 28) to relocate residents from the disaster-stricken area. So far, 45 houses have been completely buried. At least 15 people, including 7 children, have been confirmed dead, and 113 others are still missing. “The government is working to acquire more land, but as you can see, the situation is dire. The rains are continuing, and the water is everywhere—on the hills, flowing down in waterfalls. It’s just too dangerous. People need to be moved immediately. My appeal is for the people to leave this area and stay with relatives. Let’s leave this place,” Muloni said. The landslides occurred after heavy rainfall on Wednesday night in the mountainous Bulambuli District, located about 280 kilometers east of Uganda’s capital, Kampala. This is not the first time the district has been impacted by torrential rains; last year, similar flooding caused significant loss of life. Uganda Police have ramped up rescue efforts, working alongside other security agencies and local communities. However, rescue teams are facing challenges due to impassable roads. During a rescue operation on the Nile River, two boats capsized on Wednesday while attempting to reach the submerged Pakwach Bridge.

Tanzania’s ruling CCM party claimed over 98% of local election seats amid allegations of rigging, violence, and opposition protests.

French military bases are no longer welcome in Senegal, says President Faye, who stresses national sovereignty and historical reconciliation.

French President Emmanuel Macron has, for the first time, recognized the 1944 killing of West African soldiers by French troops as a massacre in a move seen as historically significant.

Sudan is facing a severe health crisis as the number of cholera cases surpasses 43,000, with over 1,800 deaths.

France remains Nigeria’s largest trading partner in Africa, underscoring the importance of this diplomatic engagement

During Liberia’s devastating civil wars from 1989 to 2003, which resulted in over 200,000 deaths and the displacement of over a million people

Results expected within days

Local reports suggest fatalities may exceed 30

Jubbaland’s court accused President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of treason and inciting unrest

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Tanzanians have been voting in local government elections, seen as a key test for the country’s democratic institutions ahead of the 2025 presidential election. Around 31 million eligible voters are choosing from over 80,000 candidates for village and street leadership positions, which hold significant influence across the country. President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), a dominant force for decades, is facing growing opposition, particularly from parties that boycotted the 2019 elections. While Hassan promised a free and fair vote, there have been allegations of irregularities and repression leading up to the polls. The main opposition party, Chadema, accused the authorities of electoral fraud, citing the disqualification of thousands of its candidates and alleged ballot box stuffing. Chadema also reported that three of its members were killed on the eve of the election, and party leader Freeman Mbowe was briefly arrested during a rally over the weekend. Hassan, who assumed office in 2021 after the sudden death of her authoritarian predecessor, John Magufuli, was initially praised for easing restrictions on the opposition and media. However, rights groups and Western governments have since criticized what they view as a resurgence of repression ahead of these elections.

Since November 11, escalating violence and insecurity in Haiti’s capital have forced 41,000 people to flee their homes, according to the International Organization for Migration (IOM). Rights group Save the Children reports that about 52% of the displaced, or more than 21,000 people, are children, many of whom have been forced to move multiple times in the past two years. This marks the largest wave of displacement since January 2023, the IOM’s latest figures show. As a result, many children have sought refuge in overcrowded schools repurposed as shelters or with host families, often lacking access to clean water, food, and healthcare. Save the Children called on November 27 for unrestricted access for humanitarian workers and life-saving supplies across Haiti, particularly in Port-au-Prince, to address hunger and acute malnutrition and to ensure the protection of children. The current wave of violence driving displacement comes amid a surge in gang recruitment of children, which the UN reports has increased by 70% over the past year. Many of these children are being forced to join gangs, while others do so as a means of survival. Violence in the capital intensified after Haiti dismissed its interim prime minister amidst political infighting and corruption allegations involving the transitional council set up to restore democracy. The UN estimates that gangs now control 85% of the city. Efforts by a Kenya-led police mission have failed to shift the power dynamics on the ground.

An arrest warrant has been issued for Jubaland President Ahmed Madobe, following his third re-election in the region’s presidential election on November 25. The Banadir Regional Court stated that Madobe’s third term in office violated the constitution and charged him with “treason,” ordering his detention and trial. The Somali government also declared the election illegal, noting that the state constitution limits presidents to two terms. In response, Madobe reportedly issued an arrest order against Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. The Somali government had previously set a schedule for regional elections in June 2025 and national elections in September 2025, but Jubaland and Puntland boycotted the meeting, objecting to the plan. This disagreement has fueled tensions between the central government and the regional states.

The international community is expressing deep concern over the violent crackdown on protests in Mozambique.

A Zimbabwean court has released opposition leader Jameson Timba and 34 activists after sentencing them to suspended prison terms.

Truckers in the CAR have halted shipments, accusing Wagner mercenaries of killing a driver, causing widespread price surges and shortages.