Zambia’s president fired the country’s army commander Thursday, replacing him with his deputy. “President Hakainde Hichilema has in exercise of the provisions of Article 91 (1) of the Constitution of the Republic of Zambia elected not to renew the contract of appointment of Lieutenant General Sitali Dennis Alibuzwi as Zambia’s army commander. The President congratulates the outgoing army commander on his distinguished career in the Zambian Army and wishes him God’s blessings pending his redeployment in the diplomatic service,” said a statement issued in the capital Lusaka by State House Chief communications specialist Clayson Hamasaka. Hichilema swore in Major General Geoffrey Zyeele on the same day at State House in Lusaka, with Hamasaka adding that the appointment and promotion was in exercise of the provisions of Section 165 (1) of the Defense Act, Chapter 106 of the laws of Zambia and Article 91 (1) of the country’s Constitution. “The President has since appointed Major General Geoffrey Zyeele as Zambia’s army commander and has since promoted him to the substantive rank of lieutenant general in the Zambian Army,” Hamasaka further indicated. He said Hichilema had also appointed Brigadier General Luswepo Sinyinza as deputy army commander and promoted him to the substantive rank of major general. “The appointment and promotion is in exercise of the provisions of Article 91 (1) and Article 92 (2) (e) of the Constitution of the Republic of Zambia,” Hamasaka said.

Nearly half of Maiduguri city in Borno State is still submerged 2 days after devastating floods, says official

The RSF affirmed their willingness to cooperate fully with the investigation, stressing the importance of ensuring that the mission’s objectives are met

The victims were captured and executed in a brutal manner.

The United States has proposed a significant expansion of the UN Security Council, including the creation of two permanent seats for African nations.

The mpox outbreak has been particularly severe in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Africa is home to one of the most expansive road networks in the world, covering over 5.6 million kilometers

Tanzania’s main opposition party, Chadema, has threatened mass protests after accusing the government of killing and abducting its members.

Urgent call from WFP for global action to address hunger crisis in Sudan as violence and climate change worsen the situation.

Unesco has expressed deep concern over recent reports of looting and damage at several Sudanese museums and cultural institutions by armed groups.

During a visit to the military camp in Mu’aqeel, Al-Atta declared that General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, Sudan’s de facto leader, would continue to hold power far beyond any upcoming elections

More than 260 women incarcerated at Makala Central Prison in the Democratic Republic of Congo were sexually assaulted during a recent mass escape attempt, according to an internal U.N. report obtained by Reuters. At least 129 people were killed as prison guards opened fire on inmates trying to flee the Kinshasa facility, which, despite being designed to hold 1,500 prisoners, had a population exceeding 15,000 at the time of the incident. Following the chaotic escape attempt in the early hours of Sept. 2, the government acknowledged reports of sexual violence against female prisoners but did not provide specific figures. However, the U.N. report revealed that 268 of the 348 women held at the prison were subjected to sexual violence, including rape. Among the victims, 17 were under the age of 19. The report also highlighted the urgent need for post-assault medical care, stating that each victim required access to emergency contraception and post-rape kits within 72 hours. Government officials did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Thursday. One victim, who spoke to Reuters anonymously out of fear of retaliation, described being raped by at least a dozen inmates. Another woman, also requesting anonymity for safety reasons, recounted witnessing male prisoners assaulting female inmates, including elderly women. “It was horrific,” she said. The women’s block, one of seven out of the prison’s 11 blocks that were vandalized, was specifically targeted during the attack. “This is the worst case we’ve encountered in terms of the number of rapes during a prison escape,” said Emmanuel Cole, a Congolese human rights defender who has been monitoring prisons since 1997. Cole believes the true number of victims could be higher, as many may be too afraid to report the assaults. In response to the incident, President Felix Tshisekedi has ordered an investigation into the prison break and a review of the country’s overcrowded prisons. Despite the attempted escape, no prisoners ultimately managed to flee.

 Mali suspended another French TV station, according to a statement Wednesday. The High Authority of Communication (HAC) proceeded to withdraw the service of TV5 Monde from authorized distributors for three months, it said. The decision follows violations of legislative and regulatory texts on media regulation detected Aug. 26. The HAC criticized TV5 Monde for not taking into account the version of the Malian army in a broadcast regarding the death of at least 15 civilians in drone strikes in the northern Tinzaouatene region. In 2022, the HAC permanently suspended the broadcasts of France24 television and RFI radio. LCI, another French television channel, was suspended July 27 for two months.

Passengers at Kenya’s main international airport are stranded following a workers’ demonstration on Wednesday protesting a planned deal between the government and a foreign investor. Since the protest began, all flights have been suspended. The government has proposed a build-and-operate agreement with India’s Adani Group, which would involve renovating Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, constructing an additional runway and terminal, and allowing the group to manage the airport for 30 years. The Kenya Airport Workers Union, which called the strike, argues that the deal would result in job losses and impose “inferior terms and conditions of service” for remaining employees. Kenya Airways announced on Wednesday that flight delays and potential cancellations are expected due to the ongoing strike at Nairobi’s main international airport. Last week, airport workers had initially threatened a strike but suspended their plans to allow for further discussions with the government. Local media reported concerns after unknown individuals were seen moving around with airport officials, taking notes and photographs, leading to speculation that the Indian firm’s representatives were preparing for the deal. On Monday, the High Court issued a temporary injunction halting the implementation of the agreement until a case filed by the Law Society and the Kenya Human Rights Commission is reviewed.

Severe flooding in northeastern Nigeria has resulted in 30 deaths and affected over a million people, authorities reported on Wednesday. The disaster was triggered by the collapse of a major dam in Borno State on Tuesday, marking some of the worst flooding the region has seen since a similar incident 30 years ago. The dam had reached full capacity due to unusually heavy rainfall. Many residents have been forced to evacuate their homes. This latest flood comes nearly two years after Nigeria experienced its worst flooding in a decade, which claimed more than 600 lives nationwide. According to state police spokesperson Nahum Daso, about 15% of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, is submerged. Ezekiel Manzo, spokesperson for the National Emergency Management Agency, confirmed the death toll of 30 on Wednesday. An aide to the Borno governor stated that approximately one million people have been affected so far, with that number potentially rising to up to two million as efforts to account for displaced individuals continue. This surge in displacement coincides with some of the worst flooding West Africa has seen in decades, with over 2.3 million people affected across the region this year, a threefold increase from last year, according to the UN. A new report reveals that African nations are losing up to 5% of their GDP annually due to the impact of climate change, which has intensified in one of the continent’s hottest years on record. The World Meteorological Organization notes that many African countries are allocating up to 9% of their budgets to climate adaptation efforts. The governor’s aide emphasized that rescue operations are ongoing and that displaced people are currently seeking refuge at a former refugee camp outside the flooded areas.

Al-Ailafoun Oil Station in Sudan has been the target of a devastating drone attack, leading to severe injuries and significant damage.

Central African Republic’s capital Bangui records an unprecedented surge in dengue cases with 13 confirmed infections since July as health officials issue warnings.

Mali desert clash raises doubts over Wagner’s effectiveness as Russian mercenaries face off against Tuareg rebels and militants.

The international community has renewed its commitment to supporting peace and security in Sudan by extending sanctions against the country.

The DRC government has accused 63 people of participating in a prison break that resulted in a mass escape and widespread violence.

Tehran to set up pharmaceutical production unit, other units in West African nation, says Mojtaba Faghihi

Wooden boat was carrying over 100 illegal migrants from town of Mbour when it sank, according to reports

The strike, which saw workers engage in a “go-slow” by deliberately working slowly to cause disruption, led to long queues outside the airport

Africa has become the largest French-speaking region in the world, surpassing even France