UNHCR head warns Africa, world suffer from UNSC failures
UN refugee chief Filippo Grandi stated that the un security council has chronically failed to prevent and stop wars amid a global season of conflict and crisis.
US cuts aid as Africa faces rising hunger and refugee crisis
UN funding cuts, world food programme, UNHCR crisis, US humanitarian aid, global humanitarian response
Migrant boat sinks off Tunisia, 8 dead, 29 rescued
The boat went down near the city of Abwabed, close to Sfax, a common departure point for migrants from Africa
Boko Haram kills 12 in northeast Nigeria
At least 12 people including two vigilantes were killed by Boko Haram in Gwoza area of Borno State as fears grow over security challenges.
South Sudan MP warns of genocide risk amid Kiir tensions
South Sudan faces renewed conflict as an opposition MP warns the government is targeting the Nuer group under the guise of security measures.
Sierra Leone sees rise in mpox cases, health workers react
Sierra Leone sees a rise in mpox cases, with health workers intensifying efforts to control the virus and prevent its spread.
Putin congratulates Ramaphosa on Freedom Day, reaffirms ties
Putin congratulated Ramaphosa on Freedom Day, reaffirming Russia-South Africa ties across trade, science, and international platforms.
Rwanda, DR Congo pledge to finalize peace deal by May 2
US-brokered agreement aims to halt hostilities, establish security cooperation
Mali opposition rejects junta reforms
Mali political parties accuse the ruling junta of planning their dissolution and excluding them from critical reform talks amid growing political tension.
Uganda declares end of sixth Ebola outbreak
After 42 days without a new case, Uganda has officially ended its sixth Ebola outbreak, marking a victory in the battle against the deadly disease.
Surprise attack kills twelve soldiers in Niger
Twelve Niger soldiers were killed and two suspects were arrested after a surprise attack near the tri-border region, according to the Niger army.
Mozambican army rescues 280 women and children
Mozambican forces have rescued 280 women and children from Naparama paramilitaries who had held them captive for over two weeks and were training them for militant activities.
Nigerian tribunal upholds $220M fine on Meta for data misuse.
A Nigerian tribunal has upheld a $220 million fine against Meta for violating local consumer protection and data privacy laws.
African leaders urge more peacekeepers to counter al-Shabab
Somalia seeks support from Egypt as AU peacekeeping mission faces funding issues and al-Shabab continues deadly attacks.
Tunis protesters defy crackdown, demand justice
Thousands protested in Tunis against President Saied, demanding a jailed lawyer’s release and denouncing Tunisia’s shift toward authoritarianism.
Nigeria seizes 73 properties from Chinese suspects
The EFCC in Nigeria confiscated properties tied to foreign nationals arrested in a major cybercrime and internet fraud case in Lagos.
Drone strike on Atbara power station causes Sudan blackout
Sudan’s Atbara power station suffers a drone strike, triggering a fire and leaving two states without power.
UN helps 4 million in Sudan as famine deepens
Despite reaching 4 million in Sudan, the WFP warns of worsening hunger, with millions still in dire need of food aid.
War-torn Congo park turns to chocolate gorillas for conservation
To mark its 100th anniversary, Virunga National Park, located in war-ravaged eastern Congo, has partnered with a nearby chocolate factory to produce 25,000 handcrafted chocolate gorillas
Congo, Rwanda set to sign peace and economic deal in Washington
The signing is expected to provide a pathway to ease the ongoing conflict, which has been a long-standing issue since the Rwandan genocide
Gunmen kill at least 20 in attack on Nigeria’s Zamfara mining village
The motive for the attack remains unclear, but Zamfara has been plagued by armed gangs involved in kidnappings for ransom, often targeting both civilians and security forces
Tunisia conspiracy trial violates fair process: UN rights chief
The Un human rights chief condemned Tunisia’s mass opposition trial, citing serious violations of fair trial and due process rights.
Global malaria deaths near 600,000; Africa hardest hit
The WHO reports nearly six hundred thousand global malaria deaths in twenty twenty three, with Africa remaining the epicenter.
Mine collapses in eastern Congo, kills at least ten
A mine collapse in eastern Congo resulted in at least ten deaths, according to a rebel-appointed provincial governor.
Macron asks forgiveness for colonial past during Madagascar visit
Macron visited Madagascar to express regret over French colonialism and pledged to return cultural artifacts taken during the occupation.
South Africa calls for unconditional Ukraine-Russia peace talks
This comes after U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent criticism of Zelensky for refusing to acknowledge Russia’s occupation of Crimea as part of a U.S.-brokered peace deal
Al Shabaab battles Somali Army for control of key military base
The base, located in Wargaadhi town in the Middle Shabelle region, is strategically important, as it sits along a major road connecting the capital Mogadishu to Galmudug State
