African cities are undergoing a dramatic transformation as modern architecture surges

South Sudan’s controversial security legislation allowing warrantless arrests has become law despite international condemnation and without presidential approval.

The Sudanese army is absent from ceasefire talks, but progress continues through daily communication focused on humanitarian aid.

Algerian Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif has spoken out for the first time since winning gold in the women’s 66-kilogram category at the Paris Games, addressing the scrutiny and misinformation she endured. Khelif revealed the emotional impact of false allegations questioning her gender, which began after her Italian opponent, Angela Carini, withdrew from their match. Despite the International Olympic Committee’s support and condemnation of the false claims, high-profile figures like Donald Trump, J.K. Rowling, and Elon Musk contributed to the controversy with critical remarks. “It hurt me deeply and caused immense fear,” Khelif told Algerian news channel El Bilad. “I can’t describe how scary it was. Thankfully, people in Algeria and the Arab world know me for my femininity, courage, and determination.” Khelif expressed frustration over the politicization of sports and condemned the unfounded accusations as an insult to her, her family, and Algeria. “They have no right to label me as transgender. This is an offense to my family, to Algeria, and to the Arab world,” she said. In response to the harassment, Khelif’s lawyer, Nabil Boudi, has filed a complaint with the Paris prosecutor’s office, leading to an investigation into the online hate campaign. Charges under consideration include cyber harassment, public insults based on gender, and incitement to discrimination. Khelif remains resolute in her demand for justice and respect. “I will accept an apology if offered, but to those who don’t apologize, I say: I am a female and will remain so, and my honor comes before everything,” she affirmed.

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This marks Blinken’s second call to al-Burhan in August, highlighting the urgency of securing a ceasefire and ensuring unrestricted humanitarian access

Defense lawyer Andrew Dalack expressed relief, stating the case had been “overcharged from the beginning”

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan removed long-serving Health Minister Ummy Mwalimu in a mini-Cabinet reshuffle Wednesday, a move seen as part of broader efforts to realign her government ahead of general elections next year. According to a statement issued by Chief Secretary Moses Kusiluka, the president has appointed Jenista Mhagama as the new minister of health. Mhagama previously served as the minister of state in the Prime Minister’s Office responsible for Policy, Parliament and Coordination. Mwalimu, who held the health portfolio for a long time, has not been reassigned with any other duty. In the same reshuffle, President Hassan appointed renowned law professor Palamagamba Kabudi as the Minister of Constitution and Legal Affairs, a portfolio previously held by Pindi Chana. Chana, in turn, has been appointed as the Minister of Natural Resources and Tourism, the docket she had held previously. The president also promoted William Lukuvi to the position of Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office, tasked with overseeing policy, parliament and coordination. The reshuffle, which includes key changes in the Attorney General’s Office, where a senior aviation expert, Hamza Johari, has been appointed attorney general, replacing Eliezer Feleshi, who has been appointed as a judge of the Court of Appeal, signals President Hassan’s ongoing efforts to consolidate her administration and strengthen governance as the country navigates through its development challenges.

In Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, health teams are working tirelessly to identify monkeypox cases as the number of infections in the city continues to rise daily. On Wednesday, the World Health Organization declared the mpox outbreaks in Congo and across Africa a global emergency. Confirmed cases have now been reported in children and adults across more than a dozen countries, with a new, more virulent strain of the virus emerging. Earlier this week, the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention labeled the mpox outbreaks a public health emergency, citing over 500 deaths and calling for international assistance to curb the virus’s spread. “Since Friday (August 9), we have confirmed nine cases of monkeypox. We first isolate individuals with suspicious lesions and then collect samples,” said Dr. Rachel Maguru, General Practitioner at Goma Provincial Hospital and Head of the Multi-Epidemic Center. Dr. Maguru expressed concern that individuals with symptoms might avoid visiting the hospital to escape isolation, which could lead to further infections spreading within communities. Recent reports have highlighted the emergence of a more lethal form of mpox in a Congolese mining town, which has a mortality rate of up to 10% and may spread more easily. This new variant is more difficult to detect as it causes milder symptoms and lesions primarily on the genitals, making it easier for people to unknowingly transmit the virus. “We are seeing a rising number of cases, with a mortality rate higher than acceptable. New countries are now reporting cases that hadn’t in recent years, with several of them identifying the variant of mpox currently spreading in the DRC,” stated Prof. Salim Abdool Karim, chair of the Emergency Consultative Group for the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

As the death toll rises in Sudan, international powers are engaged in intensive diplomatic efforts to end the violence and provide relief to millions of people.

The attacks targeted multiple villages near the Burkina Faso border, forcing residents to flee their homes.

The move is seen as a significant diplomatic victory for Morocco, as it gains support from an increasing number of African and Arab nations.

The Tuareg rebel group in Mali has dismissed allegations of Ukrainian support in their recent victory over the Malian army and its Wagner mercenaries, asserting they fought alone.

Urgent action is needed to protect vulnerable children from the escalating climate crisis, the global body has said.

The mpox crisis in Africa has reached a critical point, leading the WHO to declare a global public health emergency.

The UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) documented 408 incidents of violence affecting 1,727 civilians, including 157 women and 184 children

The suspects are linked to a terrorist group aiming to disrupt upcoming elections, authorities say.

The Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which currently control significant portions of Sudan, have sent a delegation to the talks

By Sunday, the confirmed death toll was 21

The agreement also includes plans for increased economic cooperation between the two nations.

The conflict between the SAF and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has claimed thousands of lives and displaced approximately 10 million people from their homes

Qatar demonstrates its commitment to Sudan by delivering 27 tons of relief aid and shelter supplies to those affected by devastating floods.

Rising to an elevation of 2,829 meters (9,281 feet), Mount Fogo dominates the island’s skyline