May 17
South Africa: Deadly George Building Collapse - Rescue Operation Ends
allAfrica
The George building rescue operation is concluded, Western Cape officials announced today. Read more »
South Africa: Parliament Grants Ramaphosa Power to Set Political Donation Limits - South African News Briefs - May 17, 2024
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Sudan: People Abandoned During Violence, Humanitarian Void in Central Darfur
MSF
As the fighting in Sudan between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) began in April 2023, the displaced people of Al-Hasahisa camp, in Zalingei,… Read more »
Nigeria: Mosque Set On Fire During Morning Prayer
Daily Trust
The death toll from the arson purportedly committed in Kano by an aggrieved youth, 38-year-old Shafiu Abubakar, has risen to 10, while 14 patients have continued to struggle for… Read more »
South Africa: New Police Station Finally Opens in Khayelitsha, Ending a Nearly 20-Year Wait
GroundUp
Construction of a permanent station in Makhaza will start next year, says Bheki Cele Read more »
Senegal: Senegal's PM Sonko Questions Future of French Military Presence in Dakar
RFI
Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has raised the possibility of closing French military bases in the West African country in a wide-ranging speech that also touched on the… Read more »
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Kenya: Tuseme Clubs Impact Story
Mastercard Foundation
What better way to invest in adolescent girls and young women to grow and effectively participate in their society than by giving them a voice? Read more »
Somalia: Somalia and Kenya Draft Historic Defence Agreement
Radio Dalsan
The Somali Cabinet convened a high-level meeting to review a draft defence agreement between Somalia and its neighbouring country, Kenya. Read more »
South Africa: Israel to Respond to Rafah Genocide Charges At International Court of Justice
DW
South Africa has filed an urgent request to the UN's top court for provisional measures, including ordering a cease-fire in Gaza. This is the third hearing on the war between… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Hosts Senegalese President, Faye
This Day
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, yesterday, hosted the new Senegalese President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, and called for an alignment of purpose and structure in West Africa to… Read more »
Liberia: Govt 'Flip-Flops' On Defense of Boakai's Use Of Private Jet
New Dawn
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai is embroiled in controversy as accusations of violating Section 9.1 of the established code of conduct for public officials swirl here. Read more »
Uganda: Home Births On Decline in Uganda
Nile Post
The traditional practice of home births in Uganda is experiencing a significant decline, as more women opt for institutional deliveries in hospitals and health centers. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Govt Tightens Noose On Exchange Rate Violators
New Zimbabwe
TREASURY has intensified its blitz against illegal exchange rate traders and has equipped the central bank's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) with more resources so it "remains… Read more »
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Kenya: Mama Jasiri: A Brave Woman
Mastercard Foundation
Program: Jasiri Fund Location: Kilifi, Kenya Read more »
Senegal: Senegal Launches Africa Integrated Climate Risk Management Programme to support smallholder farmers.
IFAD
The Government of Senegal, in partnership with several international organizations including the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), officially launched the… Read more »
Angola: Angola Journalist William Tonet's Home Invaded By Gunman As Defamation Case Continues
CPJ
Angolan authorities should credibly investigate a break-in at the home of prominent journalist William Tonet and drop the criminal defamation charges he faces, the Committee to… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan War - Vital Lifeline Returns to North Kordofan Capital
Dabanga
Community leaders of El Obeid, capital of North Kordofan, earlier this week reached an agreement with commanders of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the area to reopen the road… Read more »
Zambia: United States and Zambia Sign Partnership to Prevent Trafficking in Persons [press release]
State Department
Today, U.S. Embassy Zambia's Chargé d'Affaires Linnisa Wahid and Minister of Home Affairs the Honorable Jack Mwiimbu signed the U.S.-Zambia Partnership to Prevent… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Residents Worry As DRC Rebels Frantically Exploit Coltan Mine
VOA
Reputed to be the coltan capital of the world, the mining town of Rubaya, in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, has fallen into the hands of rebels. The fall of Rubaya is… Read more »
North Africa: Scientists May Have Solved Mystery Behind Egypt's Pyramids
Nile Post
BBC | Scientists believe they may have solved the mystery of how 31 pyramids, including the world-famous Giza complex, were built in Egypt more than 4,000 years ago. Read more »
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Kenya: Susan Gichobi's Triumph Through Adversity with Ajira Digital
Mastercard Foundation
Program: Ajira Digital Program Location: Kirinyaga, Kenya Read more »
Zimbabwe: 13 New Suspected Typhoid Cases Reported in Zimbabwe
263Chat
The Ministry of Health and Child Care (MOHCC) has alerted the public to the emergence of 13 new suspected typhoid cases in Zimbabwe. Read more »
Sudan: UN's Rights Chief Says Horrified By Sudan Escalation As Famine Draws Nearer
UN News
The UN's top human rights official has personally intervened to try to stop spiralling violence in Sudan that's having a terrifying impact on millions of civilians, who… Read more »
Nigeria: No, Viral Photos Don't Show the True State of Nigerian School in 2024
Africa Check
No, viral photos don't show the true state of Nigerian school in 2024 Read more »
Nigeria: No, Nigerian Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu Has Not Increased Minimum Wage for Lagos State Workers to N70,000
Africa Check
No, Nigerian governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has not increased minimum wage for Lagos state workers to N70,000 Read more »
South Sudan: South Sudan, Rebel Groups Sign Peace Deal
New Times
South Sudan's Transitional Government of National Unity and opposition groups signed a pact on Thursday to enhance efforts toward lasting peace and stability in the country, Xinhua… Read more »
South Africa: Voting Outside South Africa Begins
SAnews.gov.za
Today is the first of two days South African citizens abroad can cast their vote in the National and Provincial Elections 2024. Read more »
Sudan: Bombs Leave Zalingei Desolate, Displaced Without Aid
MSF
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) teams are providing medical care at the Zalingei Teaching Hospital in Sudan, and supporting the Ministry of Health with rehabilitation, training,… Read more »