Africa’s pursuit of happiness
Why do several African nations consistently rank among the happiest in the world?
Magnitude 6.8 earthquake strikes Morocco
The quake occurred about 72 km east of the Moroccan city of Marrakesh, according to the United States Geological Survey.
Burkina junta arrests 3 soldiers for ‘plot’ against regime
Their objective, as stated, was to undermine the stability of the transition, which refers to the interim military governance period preceding the scheduled elections.
Central African Republic ex-rebel leader charged with crimes against humanity
Ex-rebel leader Abdoulaye Hissene charged with crimes against humanity and war crimes
A traffic accident in eastern Sudan results in 12 fatalities, 4 injured
Sudanese police reported a traffic accident between a large bus and a small one on the Al-Qadarif road, resulting in the death of 12 individuals and injuring four
African Union says it engages with all parties in Sudan to address the crisis
AU has confirmed that it meets with all civil, military, and social parties in Sudan as part of its efforts to resolve the crisis
Over 100 Al-Shabaab defectors surrender to Somalia
107 terrorist from Al-Shabaab surrendered themselves to the government in Somalia
Tanzania to immunize over 3 million children with polio vaccines
This comes after resurgence of virus in East African country
UN reports rebels strapping explosives to infant twins in DR Congo
The explosives were removed by mine experts without detonating.
Uganda reports killing 567 IS-affiliated militants since December 2021
In June of this year, 42 individuals, primarily students, were tragically massacred at a school in Kasese, Western Uganda.
Activists criticize EU’s lack of action on Uganda’s LGBTQ law
The EU is one of Uganda’s largest donors, financing infrastructure projects, healthcare programs, and providing food assistance.
Turkey has ‘no intention of colonization’ in Africa
Authorities in North African nation provide all kinds of cooperation to help boost investment
More than 1000 irregular migrants apprehended in Senegal in 2 weeks
A patrol boat intercepted the 118 would-be migrants off the coast of Saint-Louis in the country’s north, the statement said.
Sudan’s weather: A changing landscape
One of the most noticeable changes in Sudan’s weather has been the shifting rainfall patterns
64 killed in 2 terror attacks in Mali
The two separate attacks targeted the Timbuktu boat on the Niger river and an army position at Bamba, in the northern Gao region
US military pulls non-essential personnel, repositions some troops in Niger
Prior to this repositioning, there were 1,100 troops stationed in the West African nation.
Prominent Bongo critic named interim PM in Gabon after coup
Developments in Gabon following the coup are being closely monitored with concern not only in Central Africa but also around the world.
Tribal conflict is broadening and situation is disastrous, Darfur govt says
At least 260 people were killed in the ongoing conflict between the Bani Halba and Salamat tribes, with over 540 individuals wounded from both sides
Qatar ruler discusses developments in war-torn Sudan with Sudanese army chief
Qatar’s Emir held talks with the Sudanese Sovereignty Council Chairman and emphasized Doha’s commitment to ending the war in Sudan
Egypt announces logistics zones to address truck congestion on Sudan border
Egyptian Ministry of Transport announced measures to address the problem of truck congestion at the border crossings with Sudan
IGAD seeks to unify all initiatives for peace in Sudan
The IGAD body stated that the heads of state from the Quartet on Sudan’s situation committed on Wednesday to holding a face-to-face meeting between the warring parties
Rwandan police arrest serial killer who concealed bodies in kitchen
Suspect responsible for murder of about 12 people, local media reports
Sudan conflict takes a grim toll on kidney patients
8,000 dialysis patients’ lives at risk as war between Sudanese army and Rapid Support Forces continues for nearly 5 months with no end in sight
Al-Shabaab attacks Somali army base, multiple casualties feared
The attack began with a car bomb blast followed by heavy gunfire between the attackers and the national army soldiers.
Gabon, ECCAS agree to draft ‘roadmap’ for return to democracy
Neither Touadera nor the official gave details about the plan or a timeline.
Mali junta conducts airstrikes on a terrorist group
Local officials report that Timbuktu has been under a jihadist blockade since late August.
Nigerian court rejects opposition challenge to Tinubu’s election victory
Opposition fails to prove drug allegation, malpractices in February presidential poll