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.
Huawei and Zambia explore village digital transformation modes
Zambia and Huawei launched a smart village initiative to enhance digital access and development in rural areas.
South Sudan’s situation deteriorates rapidly, UN warns
Earlier this month, security forces loyal to President Salva Kiir detained two ministers and several senior military leaders who are aligned with Machar
France starts military pullout from Senegal, hands over 2 bases
West African push against foreign troops gains momentum as France withdraws
South Africa to review Congo troop deployment
Defence Minister Angie Motshekga says South Africa’s role in the SADC mission in Congo is under review, with regional leaders set to decide on the next steps
South Africa rejects Musk’s race-based Starlink claim
South Africa has denied Elon Musk’s claim that his Starlink satellite company is not allowed to operate in the country due to his race, stating that no application had been received from the company.
WFP needs $620 million to keep food aid flowing in West Africa
Without this funding, refugees in Chad and Mali, as well as food-insecure populations in Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, and Nigeria, will face severe hunger.
Catholic priest’s abduction and killing spark outrage in Nigeria
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and the U.S. Embassy have condemned the killing, highlighting the escalating insecurity in the region.
Four boats sink off Djibouti and Yemen leaving migrants missing
Four migrant boats sank off Djibouti and Yemen, leaving one dead and over 180 missing, with many feared drowned.
Kenyan leaders formalize alliance after months of turmoil
Kenyan president Ruto and opposition leader Odinga unite to address political and economic challenges.
Over 63,000 flee Congo conflict, seeking refuge in Burundi
Violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo has led to over 63,000 refugees fleeing to Burundi, overwhelming local shelters and humanitarian efforts.
RSF leader: New government ready, will fight Islamist influence
Speaking in Nairobi, RSF deputy commander Abdel Rahim Dagalo said the administration would soon begin issuing official documents and printing currency
Congo refugees struggle in Burundi as crisis worsens
Burundi, which has had a military presence in eastern Congo for years, has also deployed troops to fight M23
WHO to deliver leprosy drugs to Nigeria after year-long delay
Nigeria, which reports over 1,000 leprosy cases annually, ran out of multi-drug therapy (MDT) in early 2024 due to supply chain bottlenecks and new domestic testing requirements for imported medicines
War in DRC leaves 375,000 children without education
School closures and displacement have left children vulnerable to violence and recruitment by armed groups.
Algeria and Tunisia tackle smuggling through border collaboration
Algeria and Tunisia have discussed enhancing border cooperation to combat smuggling and develop border regions.
AI skilling, innovation take center stage in South Africa’s G20 role
South Africa’s G20 presidency prioritizes AI for sustainable development with new training programs, a national AI policy, and cybersecurity measures.
Africa CDC reports new Ebola cases in Uganda
A new Ebola cluster with confirmed and probable cases has been detected in Uganda, prompting intensified monitoring and contact tracing efforts.
South Sudan arrests another Machar ally as political standoff deepens
Kuol’s arrest follows the detention of Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol, Deputy Army Chief Gabriel Doup Lam, and other senior military officials earlier this week
UAE rejects Sudan case at ICJ, blaming Burhan’s army for crimes
UAE has dismissed Sudan genocide-complicity case at the International Court of Justice as a “cynical publicity stunt” and will seek its dismissal.
Nigerian women demand action against herdsmen violence
Thousands of women in Enugu State, Nigeria, staged a mass protest, blocking a federal highway to demand action against armed herdsmen accused of attacking, raping, and displacing farmers.
UN releases emergency aid reserves after donor cuts
The U.N. warns that global humanitarian funding is expected to reach a record low this year
US envoy: M23 must face justice for attacks, kidnappings
‘The recent kidnappings of patients from hospitals by the M23 once again demonstrate its disregard for peace in eastern DRC and its contempt for the people of this region,’ says Lucy Tamlyn
Sexual harassment scandal sparks protests at Nigeria’s Senate
Women’s rights activists and civil groups protested in Abuja, calling for Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s resignation over sexual harassment claims as police intervened with teargas, causing injuries.
Heavy fighting underway in Sudan between Burhan-led forces, RSF
Deadly battles in multiple Sudanese cities have been worsening humanitarian conditions.