September 06
Nigeria: Nigerian Troops Battle Terrorists in Borno, Kaduna, Kill Many - Official
Premium Times
In Borno, the terrorists were forced to abandon 24 hostages who were rescued by the troops after a fierce firefight. Read more »
Sudan: Norwegian Refugee Council On Famine in Sudan - 'People Just Cannot Afford to Buy Food Anymore'
Dabanga
In a joint statement on Tuesday, the heads of the Norwegian Refugee Council, the Danish Refugee Council, and Mercy Corps urgently call on the international community "to address… Read more »
September 05
Sudan: Fano Militia Tighten Control Over Ethiopia-Sudan Border
Dabanga
The Fano militia have reportedly seized control of the area around Aftit camp in Ethiopia's Amhara region, where thousands of Sudanese refugees are sheltering. The camp, which… Read more »
Somalia: Airstrikes By Somali Forces Eliminate Over 19 Al-Shabaab Militants
Shabelle
In a series of targeted airstrikes, the Somali National Armed Forces have killed more than 19 members of the Al-Shabaab militant group, alongside destroying several of their… Read more »
West Africa: Senegalese President Calls On Europe to Increase Efforts to Curb Insurgency in Sahel
Foroyaa
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye recently urged Europe to do more to fight the insurgency in the Sahel, a region that has already deteriorated following years of conflict… Read more »
Sudan: More Focus Needed On Sexual Violence Against Males in Sudan [analysis]
ISS
Although sexual violence during armed conflicts is increasingly recognised, attacks on men and boys remain a blind spot. Read more »
Ethiopia: Gurage Opposition Party Calls for Urgent Govt Intervention Amid Rising Violence
Addis Standard
The Gurage Unity and Justice Party (GOGOT) has vehemently condemned the brutal killing of over 55 innocent people and the displacement of countless others in the Gurage Zone of… Read more »
Somalia: Mortar Shelling Near Mogadishu's Main Airport Injures Civilians
Shabelle
At least four mortar shells struck the village of El-Qalow in Mogadishu's Wadajir district early Thursday, injuring two civilians, local residents reported. Read more »
Ethiopia: Germany Commits €4 Million to Support Peace-Building in Ethiopia's War-Affected Regions
Addis Standard
Germany has announced an additional contribution of €4 million to the United Nations Development Programme's (UNDP) Peace Support Facility (PSF) to support peace-building… Read more »
Sudan: USAID Chief - Sudan's Humanitarian Crisis At Dangerous Levels'
Dabanga
USAID Deputy Administrator Isobel Coleman has called on the international community and members of the Sudanese diaspora to step up their efforts to support the Sudanese people,… Read more »
East Africa: The Horn - a Lot in Common, Little to Dispute, Shun Third Party [editorial]
Ethiopian Herald
The recent tension between Ethiopia and Somalia becomes the focal point in the most volatile and dynamic region in the world. Colluding with the regional countries, other forces… Read more »
South Sudan: Mozambique Troops Wipe Out MNR Bandit Camps
The Herald
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Zimbabwe: Befitting Send Off for Ndabambi
The Herald
A liberation struggle stalwart, Brigadier-General (Retired) Shadreck Ndabambi, was accorded a befitting send-off characterised by both celebrations and a sombre atmosphere… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Loses Shs500m Annually Due to Conflict At Bunagana Border
Nile Post
For most border posts where goods and services are traded, Shs500 million would look like a drop in the ocean but Bunagana only facilitates transit with very little trade activity… Read more »
September 04
Sudan: 'Hope Had No Place in Our Hearts' - UNFPA Mobile Health Teams Treat Pregnant Women Fleeing Violence in Sudan
UNFPA
Under shelling and gunfire, 32-year-old Esraa cradled her newborn son. As the war in Sudan broke out in April 2023, she was trying to reach a health clinic for treatment for her… Read more »
Nigeria: Free Legal Services for Accused #endbadgovernance Protesters
Premium Times
The NBA president unveiled free legal services for #EndBadGovernance protesters amid a sweeping clampdown on activists associated with the demonstrations. Read more »
Libya: Lack of Accountability for War Crimes in Libya Raises Instability
IPS
The situation in Libya continues to grow more dire every year since the emergence of the al-Kaniyat militant group. From 2013 to 2022, al-Kaniyat had been responsible for a… Read more »
Mozambique: Frelimo Closed Schools, Forced Teachers to Leave, Threatened Opposition
Mozambique News Reports And Clippings
Frelimo closed many schools and public services for first week of campaign Read more »
Burkina Faso: No, Horrific Viral Video Circulating Does Not Show Bandits Killing People Kidnapped in Sokoto, Nigeria, but Terror Attack in Burkina Faso
Africa Check
IN SHORT: A video showing the shooting of hundreds of people by terrorists has circulated on social media with the claim it shows bandits killing people kidnapped in Sokoto in… Read more »
Kenya: Fading Protests Boost Kenya's Private Sector Activity in August
Capital FM
Kenya's private sector activity improved last month for the first time since May due to the cooling of the recent anti government protests. Read more »
Somalia: Airstrikes in Somalia Target Al-Shabaab Strongholds
Shabelle
The Somali National Armed Forces, backed by international allies, executed a series of airstrikes targeting al-Shabaab hideouts in the Ruunnirgood and Ceeldheer districts, spanning… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Extends New Firearms Amnesty Amid Escalation in Gun Crimes
New Zimbabwe
AN escalation in criminality involving guns has prompted the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) to issue a fresh firearms amnesty to all illegal holders of weapons and ammunition. Read more »
Nigeria: Herders/Farmers Clashes - I'm Ready to Support FG Find Lasting Solution - Emir Sanusi
Vanguard
The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has on Tuesday, expressed his readiness to extend hand of help and support to the Federal government to find a lasting solution to the… Read more »
West Africa: Mitigating Security Concerns in Northern Nigeria
Daily Trust
Security concerns in Northern Nigeria have been longstanding issues that have significantly impacted the region's stability and development. This is exacerbated by corruption,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: National Hero Ndabambi Burial Today
The Herald
Acting President Constantino Chiwenga is today expected to preside over the burial of the late national hero and Brigadier General (Retired) Shadreck Dingaan Ndabambi at the… Read more »