November 09, 2023
Kenya: Recent Floods in Kenya Kill 15, Displace Thousands
Recent heavy rain and flooding killed 15 people in Kenya and displaced thousands of others, the Kenya Red Cross Society says. Read more »
November 08, 2023
Nigeria: Journalist's Trial Renews Concern About Nigeria's Cybercrime Law
It's been nearly a month since Nigerian authorities detained journalist Saint Mienpamo Onitsha. Read more »
Somalia: Former Somali Refugee Elected Mayor of Minnesota City, Making History
Voters in the Minnesota city of St. Louis Park elected Nadia Mohamed, a 27-year-old Somali-American, as the city's first Black, first Somali, and first Muslim mayor Tuesday night. Read more »
November 07, 2023
Sudan: Conflict in Sudan Growing in Scope, Brutality As World Remains Silent
A senior U.N. refugee official Tuesday warned that "an unimaginable humanitarian crisis" was unfolding in Sudan, with millions of people being forcibly displaced from their homes… Read more »
November 06, 2023
East Africa: At Least 29 Dead As Floods Devastate Somalia, Kenya
At least 29 people have been killed and more than 113,000 displaced following heavy rains and flash flooding in Kenya and Somalia. Read more »
South Africa: Ukrainian Foreign Minister's South Africa Visit Overshadowed By Gaza
The conflict in Gaza, rather than the war in Ukraine, dominated a fiery press conference in Pretoria following a meeting between Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and his… Read more »
November 04, 2023
Africa: U.S. Trade Envoy Tai Talks Trade Policy in Africa As Summit Ends
The annual summit of the African Growth and Opportunity Act -- a program that has provided eligible sub-Saharan African countries with duty-free access to the U.S. economy since… Read more »
Sudan: Humanitarian Situation Worsens in Darfur
The U.N.'s humanitarian agency is warning that the situation for civilians in Sudan's volatile Darfur region is worsening as fighting between the country's two rival armed groups… Read more »
November 03, 2023
Africa: U.S. Takes Up China's Infrastructure Mantel in Africa
This week, the U.S. State Department confirmed that Washington's plan to refurbish and extend the Lobito Corridor -- a railway that will run through mineral-rich Zambia and the… Read more »
November 02, 2023
Angola: North Korea Closes 4 Diplomatic Missions - Two in Africa
North Korea has decided to close diplomatic missions in at least four locations across the globe, a significant diplomatic shift that some observers say may indicate severe… Read more »
November 01, 2023
Sudan: Disease Outbreaks Rise As Health System Breaks Down
The World Health Organization warns that disease outbreaks, malnutrition and non-communicable diseases are rising in war-torn Sudan, with devastating consequences for millions of… Read more »
October 31, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Report Accuses Chinese Company of Illegal Deforestation in DR Congo
A new report accuses a Chinese company of illegal deforestation in Congo, but there's debate over which country is responsible. Read more »
Uganda: Ugandan Court Orders American Couple to Compensate Tortured 10-Year-Old
An American couple in Uganda has been convicted of cruel and inhumane treatment of a 10-year boy, who was in their care. Read more »
October 27, 2023
Africa: Cameroon Asks Chad to Withdraw Border Troops From Island in Lake Chad
Cameroon is asking Chad to withdraw its troops from a fishing and agriculture island in the volatile region of Lake Chad. Read more »
Uganda: Economists Say Country Still Investment Destination Despite U.S. Advisory
Ugandan economists and officials expressed confidence in the country's economy and urged investors to ignore a U.S. government advisory about risks they may face if they conduct… Read more »
October 26, 2023
Zimbabwe: Journalists Ordered to Delete Photos of VP Collapsing At Rally
Media watchdogs and journalists in Zimbabwe are fuming after members of the vice presidential security detail ordered journalists to delete photos and video of Second Vice… Read more »
October 25, 2023
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Says It Lost in Excess of $150 Billion to Sanctions
Zimbabwe's vice president on Wednesday said the country has lost more than $150 billion due to sanctions imposed by the European Union and countries such as the United States… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan Cease-Fire Talks to Resume Thursday in Saudi Arabia
Talks between Sudan's warring factions will resume Thursday in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with a focus on securing access for humanitarian aid to reach beleaguered civilians, according… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Judiciary Proposes Abolishing Death Penalty, Reduced Sentences
The chief justice of Kenya has sent a proposal to parliament that calls for removing the death penalty for the crimes of murder, violent theft and treason, saying the proposed… Read more »
October 24, 2023
Africa: WHO - Sexual Misconduct and Exploitation By Staff Remains Problematic
The World Health Organization reported Monday that progress was being made in efforts to prevent and respond to cases of sexual misconduct but acknowledged that abuse by WHO staff… Read more »
Gabon: U.S. Formally Concludes That a Military Coup Took Place in Gabon
The United States has suspended most financial assistance to the central African country of Gabon in response to August's military takeover. Read more »
Africa: IMF Warns Africa of Economic Vulnerabilities As China's Economy Slows
The International Monetary Fund is cautioning African nations about the possibility of a regional economic downturn and the ripple effects that China's slowing economy could bring. Read more »
Africa: Africa Grapples With Severe Teacher Shortage As Student Enrollment Surges
Africa is facing a shortage of teachers in many schools due to an increase in the number of students seeking education and a lack of resources in the education sector, according to… Read more »
Chad: Chad Installs Defense Minister Amidst Calls to End Military Impunity
Chad's transitional government installed a civilian defense minister Monday to prepare for a return to constitutional rule. The move comes amid fresh protests and accusations that… Read more »
Namibia: Green Hydrogen Focus of EU-Namibia Business Forum
European Union and Namibian officials hold a business forum this week in Brussels on developing the country's nascent "green hydrogen" sector. Read more »