EU funds new initiatives to combat mpox in six DRC provinces
The European Union has launched two projects, worth $21.7 million, to support the Democratic Republic of Congo in its response to the mpox outbreak.
Tigray leaders urge federal action after Adigrat takeover
On Tuesday, forces loyal to Debretsion Gebremichael took control of the town of Adigrat
IGAD calls for de-escalation in South Sudan
Recent clashes in South Sudan are escalating tensions, pushing the country closer to a potential return to widespread conflict, according to an East African regional bloc.
Angola to facilitate direct talks between DR Congo and M23 rebels
Southern African nation keen to contribute to ending long-running conflict in eastern Congo, presidency says
Lassa fever claims five more lives in Nigeria
Latest casualties bring death toll to 100 this year
Aliou Cisse becomes Libya’s new national team head coach
Libya’s football federation hired Aliou Cisse, the 2022 AFCON-winning coach, to lead their national team until 2027.
Uganda army chief confirms special forces deploy to South Sudan
Uganda has deployed special forces to South Sudan’s capital, Juba, to secure the area amidst rising tensions and threats to the fragile peace agreement.
Content moderators in Kenya mourn a Nigerian colleague’s death
Kenyan content moderators mourn a Nigerian colleague who died in unclear circumstances after being unable to travel home for two years.
Militants attack Somalia hotel, casulties unknown
A militant attack involving a car bomb and gunfire targeted a hotel in Beledweyne, Somalia, resulting in an unknown number of deaths and claimed by al-Shabab.
Nigerian outbreak kills 26 people with meningitis in the northwest
A meningitis outbreak in northwest Nigeria has resulted in 26 deaths since January, prompting authorities to dispatch medical supplies and establish isolation centers.
Mozambique’s Mondlane faces lengthy questioning without charges
Mozambican opposition leader Venancio Mondlane was questioned for 10 hours by prosecutors regarding demonstrations following a disputed election.
Burundi court postpones journalist appeal due to fuel shortage
The appeal of Burundian journalist Sandra Muhoza was delayed indefinitely due to a lack of fuel needed to transport her from prison to court.
Rebels’ advance disrupts Congo’s mpox outbreak response
The mpox outbreak in eastern Congo is worsening as rebel violence disrupts healthcare access, forcing patients to flee and limiting medical supplies.
Bus crash in South Africa claims twelve lives, injures dozens
A bus carrying over 50 people crashed near Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport, resulting in 12 deaths and 45 injuries.
Ghana government ends several Covid-era taxes
Ghana’s government has scrapped several IMF-linked taxes to ease economic hardship, pledging new revenue measures.
Nigeria intensifies efforts as Lassa fever claims 98 lives
Health authorities have reported that a patient, who had recently traveled to the United Kingdom, died from Lassa fever after returning to Nigeria
UN envoy, DR Congo leader discuss Great Lakes security
Huang Xia, special representative of UN secretary-general, visiting countries in Great Lakes region ahead of UN Security Council meeting in New York on Apr. 4
Soccer players perish as boat capsizes on Congo’s Kwa River
A boat capsized on the Kwa River in Congo, leading to the death of 25 people, including many soccer players.
Athol Fugard, South African playwright, dies at 92
Athol Fugard, South Africa’s most influential playwright, known for his powerful anti-apartheid dramas, has died at 92.
Nigeria’s anti-graft agency recovers almost $500 million in one year
Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission reported recovering nearly $500 million and securing over 4,000 convictions in the past year.
Northern Morocco schools halt classes due to heavy rains
Schools across northern Morocco have been suspended due to severe weather, with heavy rains and storms expected.
Congo’s military prosecutor summons Kabila allies amid rebel conflict
The reason for the summons remains unclear, said Jean Mbuyu, a lawyer for the officials and Kabila’s former security adviser
Gabon’s Brice Oligui Nguema to contest presidential race
Gabon’s military leader Brice Oligui Nguema will compete against three challengers in the April 12 presidential election.
US considers mineral deal with DR Congo
DR Congo seeks United States investment in minerals in exchange for regional stability assistance.
Somalia expresses solidarity with South Sudan
Somalia’s president calls for dialogue in South Sudan after arrests and clashes intensify political tensions.
Clashes persist in eastern Congo following deadly attack on civilians
Since the beginning of the year, the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group has captured large parts of eastern Congo, a region rich in valuable minerals
US tells staff to leave South Sudan
The United States has ordered nonemergency government personnel to leave South Sudan’s capital due to escalating tensions and ongoing fighting.