Bria, plagued by conflict between government forces and the anti-government Coalition of Patriots for Change, remains tense

Senegal’s Constitutional Council has confirmed the ruling Pastef party’s landslide victory, securing 130 out of 165 seats and enabling its pan-Africanist agenda.

France’s changing Africa strategy is highlighted by President Tinubu’s visit, as Nigeria and France explore new economic opportunities through the Franco-Nigerian Business Council.

Dr. Ndugulile’s death marks the first time a WHO regional director-elect has passed before taking office

Diphtheria and malaria have gripped the town, with limited access to medical supplies due to conflict-induced road closures

Hippos’ have the ability to secrete a red fluid that acts as both sunscreen and a shield against infections

Supporters of South Africa’s Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) party gathered outside the Constitutional Court in Johannesburg on Tuesday, November 26, to watch ongoing court proceedings on a big screen. At the center of the legal debate is a challenge by two opposition parties, calling for the revival of impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa over the Phala Phala scandal. The controversy stems from an alleged cover-up involving large sums of money—more than half a million dollars—in cash that was discovered at Ramaphosa’s private farm in 2022. The money had reportedly been stolen years earlier and kept hidden. The opposition parties, including the EFF, argue that Ramaphosa must be held accountable for the source of the money and that the African National Congress (ANC), using its parliamentary majority, shielded him from facing consequences. “All we want is for the president not to abuse his power, as former President Zuma did at his private residence,” said Thebe, a part-time supporter of the EFF. “We want Ramaphosa to explain where the money that was found at Phala Phala came from. The ANC always uses its majority in Parliament to protect its own.” The scandal emerged in 2022 when it was revealed that a large sum of cash, hidden on Ramaphosa’s farm, had been stolen in a burglary. Despite this, a vote in Parliament, where Ramaphosa’s party holds a dominant majority, blocked impeachment proceedings and effectively protected him from facing charges. EFF leader Julius Malema has called for a full parliamentary investigation into the matter. “We are here to hold the executive accountable,” Malema told the crowd outside the court. “The ANC came into court to defend corruption, to defend a man who has not disputed the fact that there was money at his farm.” Malema also expressed confidence in the EFF’s legal challenge, saying, “Comrades, we are going to win this case against Ramaphosa. And we’ll call him back to Parliament to start an impeachment process because the ANC used its majority in an unconstitutional manner.” The EFF and the African Transformation Movement (ATM) argue that Parliament failed to carry out its constitutional responsibility to hold the president accountable. However, Ramaphosa has been cleared of any wrongdoing by financial authorities, a public watchdog, and the police, after separate investigations. Reviving the impeachment process could be a high-risk move for Ramaphosa, who was re-elected in June for a second term with the support of coalition partners. While the EFF and ATM have been vocal in their calls for action, their smaller size means they would need support from other members of the ANC-led coalition to successfully push for impeachment, which many observers believe is unlikely. The Constitutional Court’s ruling on the matter is expected to take several weeks, or even months, as the legal process unfolds.

Mali’s ruling junta has shut down the signal of Joliba TV News after a debate in which a prominent politician criticized the military leaders of neighboring Burkina Faso, a journalist for the channel reported Tuesday. Attaher Halidou, the journalist who chaired the debate, told The Associated Press that the authorities cut off their signal but expressed hope it would be restored soon. The incident follows the recent arrest of politician Issa Kaou N’Djim, who claimed during the debate that Burkina Faso’s military government fabricated evidence of a failed coup in September. The director of Joliba TV was also questioned by authorities. The move to block Joliba TV’s signal is the latest step in a crackdown on press freedom and political dissent in Mali, which has been under military rule since 2020. Earlier this year, the junta arrested opposition politicians and activists, and banned media coverage of political parties. Mali’s Press House, a media rights group, threatened to re-broadcast the debate if authorities revoke Joliba’s license. The group’s president, Bandiougou Danté, said they are negotiating with authorities for a solution to restore the channel’s signal and protect press freedoms. N’Djim, a former vice president of Mali’s National Transitional Council, distanced himself from the junta, advocating for a return to democracy. He was previously imprisoned in 2021 for criticizing the military regime on social media. Mali, along with Niger and Burkina Faso, is part of the Alliance of Sahel States, a mutual defense pact formed in 2023. The security situation in the region has worsened, with rising extremist attacks and allegations of government forces killing civilians suspected of aiding militants.

With over 1.4 million people—about half the population—registered to vote, 15 political parties are competing for the presidency and seats in Namibia’s National Assembly

The island’s fertile soils and warm, humid climate create ideal conditions for clove cultivation

A crucial donation of mpox vaccines from Japan to the Democratic Republic of Congo has been held up by legal issues surrounding liability for potential side effects.

80% of those displaced concentrated in Congo, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Somalia, Sudan

The allegations involve aid workers and local security forces.

In Nigeria’s Delta State, five people were killed and 20 others went missing after two boats collided and sank. Delta State Police spokesperson Bright Edafe confirmed that the incident occurred in the Warri South area on a river, where two boats carrying passengers returning from a funeral crashed. Search and rescue operations have recovered five bodies, Edafe said, adding that six others were injured in the collision. Efforts to find the missing passengers are ongoing, and authorities expressed concern that the death toll could rise. Boat accidents are common during Nigeria’s rainy season, particularly on rivers and lakes. Just over a month ago, on October 30, 18 people died when a passenger boat capsized in Taraba State.

The global police organization, Interpol, has successfully conducted a two-month operation in Africa, targeting cybercrime and resulting in the arrest of over 1,000 suspects

Rescue operations have ended in Tanzania after a building collapse in Dar Es Salaam, leaving 29 dead, with investigations ongoing into the cause.

A total of 28 people were rescued, all with minor injuries, and are now staying in a hotel in Marsa Alam

In Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, the malaria outbreak is reported to cause an annual economic loss of $1 billion. Muhammad Ali Pate, Nigeria’s Minister of Health and Social Welfare Coordination, spoke at a meeting titled “Malaria Elimination Consultancy in Nigeria” in the capital, Abuja. Minister Pate emphasized that malaria is not only a health crisis but also an urgent issue that requires immediate solutions for the country’s economy and development. He stated that malaria causes an annual economic loss of $1 billion in Nigeria and reiterated the government’s commitment to eliminating the disease. Highlighting the severe impact of malaria in Nigeria, Pate noted, “27% of global malaria cases and 31% of global malaria deaths occur in Nigeria. Our country bears the heaviest burden of this disease.” Pate also pointed out that in 2022, more than 180,000 children under the age of five died from malaria in Nigeria, stressing that this tragedy is preventable.

The World Food Programme (WFP) is scaling up its food aid efforts to reach famine-stricken areas in Sudan, with over 700 trucks carrying essential supplies.
 

No fatalities recorded, with people trapped at two underground mines safely rescued through alternative power supply, says official

The European Union has offered Morocco €200 million in additional aid for earthquake reconstruction, bringing the total to €1 billion.

At least 25 Somali migrants have perished after two boats carrying them capsized in the Indian Ocean near the island of Nosy Be, off northern Madagascar.

Malawi police used tear gas to disperse a protest against the ongoing fuel shortage, which has led to widespread disruptions and public anger.

His wife, Winnie Byanyima, has expressed concerns about the fairness of the trial and has called on international pressure to secure his release.