August 13
Zimbabwe: Diplomats, Opposition Members Hail Heroes Day
The Herald
Foreign diplomats yesterday saluted Zimbabweans for taking time to celebrate Heroes Day, saying it was a step in the right direction to always have a touching reminder of the men… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Air Marshal Mourns Brig-Gen Madzingira
The Herald
Commander Air Force of Zimbabwe, Air Marshal Jacob John Nzvede, has described the death of Brigadier-General (Retired) Elasto Madzingira as a great loss to the Zimbabwe Defence… Read more »
Southern Africa: Zimbabwe Revolution By the People, for the People
New Zimbabwe
The impending SADC summit which will be held in Zimbabwe on the 17th of August has generated a tense political environment in which there is suspicion by the government that the… Read more »
Nigeria: Zulum Urges UNHCR to Ensure Dignified Resettlement of Refugees, Displaced Persons
Daily Trust
Borno State governor, Babagana Zulum, has reaffirmed his commitment to the dignified repatriation of thousands of Nigerian refugees currently residing in Chad and Niger Republic,… Read more »
Nigeria: Many African Countries Now Procuring Arms From Nigeria - FG
Daily Trust
The federal government has said that many African countries have now started procurement of arms and ammunition from the Defence Industry Corporation of Nigeria (DICON). Read more »
Nigeria: Gunmen Kill 12 in Taraba, Zamfara, Niger, Kaduna
Daily Trust
Gunmen have killed twelve persons in Taraba, Zamfara, Niger and Kaduna states. Read more »
Nigeria: The #EBG Protest - Picking the Pieces
This Day
The #EndBadGovernanceinNigeria Protest (#EBG) should generate a good amount of food for thought, at least for any right thinking government. Of the utmost importance, is the fact… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Business Leaders Pay Homage to War Heroes
The Herald
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Zimbabwe: Thousands Mark 'Special Day' That Unifies Nation
The Herald
THOUSANDS of people from all walks of life converged at centres across the country yesterday to commemorate the heroic sacrifices of departed and living heroes and heroines of the… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Keep Up the Good Work Our Defence Forces
The Herald
The Zimbabwe Defence Forces are an important part of the national society, which goes far beyond their insurance value of deterring would be aggressors and protecting the… Read more »
Zimbabwe: A People's Army With Rich Liberation Ethos
The Herald
Zimbabwe is celebrating the Defence Forces Day today as the country reflects on the foundation of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) from being military wings of Zanu and PF Zapu as… Read more »
August 12
Sudan: Sudanese Warlords Likely to Be No-Shows At Geneva Peace Talks
VOA
Prospects for a cease-fire deal emerging from planned U.S.-sponsored peace talks on Sudan this week are off the table for now, as the warring parties have not yet confirmed their… Read more »
Sudan: Unicef Condemns Deadly Strike As War Grinds On
UN News
An attack on a UN facility for displaced people in Sudan has left two dead and at least eight others injured, humanitarians have reported. Read more »
Africa: 'Killer Robots' Are Becoming a Real Threat in Africa [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The use of drones in the Sahel, a region of Africa that has been plagued by violence driven by jihadist insurgency for much of the past decade, has become a real problem. In April,… Read more »
Somalia: Ethiopia, Somalia Talks Set to Commence in Ankara As Turkiye Attempts to Ease Tensions
Addis Standard
Second round of talks between Ethiopia and Somalia, aiming to ease disagreements between the two countries over a port deal that Ethiopia signed with Somaliland earlier this year,… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Launches Its 'Climate Action' Pledge to Plant 100 Million Trees Around Refugee Hosting Areas to Counter Deforestation
UNHCR
To mark the launch of Ethiopia's 2023 Global Refugee Forum's "Climate Action" pledge, Deputy Prime Minister of Ethiopia, H.E. Ato Temesgen Tiruneh, Line Ministries, Government… Read more »
East Africa: Somali, and Turkish Leaders Discuss Bilateral Ties, Regional Stability
Shabelle
On Sunday, His Excellency President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia held a phone call with President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of the Republic of Türkiye. Read more »
Ethiopia: Committee Says Historic Breakthrough in Resolving Amhara-Tigray Dispute Areas
ENA
The National Committee, tasked with finding a durable solution to the disputed areas of Tigray and Amhara regions, announced today that the efforts commenced to durably settle the… Read more »
Sudan: Humanitarian Needs Reach 'Epic Proportions' in Sudan Amid Floods - UNHCR
Dabanga
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has warned that heavy rains and floods have displaced tens of thousands across Sudan, worsening an already dire humanitarian crisis after over a year… Read more »
Gambia: GAF Detains Former Brigadier General Colley
Foroyaa
The Gambia Armed Forces have confirmed that a former Brigadier General, who left the Gambia Armed Forces following the departure of Yahya Jammeh from the shores of this country,… Read more »
Uganda: Promotion Is a Statement of Hard Work - SFC Deputy Commander Brig Nyakikuru Tells Soldiers
Nile Post
The Deputy Commander of Special Force Command (SFC), Brig Gen. Asaph Nyakikuru has advised the newly promoted army officers to double their commitment and efforts towards service… Read more »
Sudan: Talks On Sudan to Proceed Despite Uncertainty Over Sudanese Army's Attendance
VOA
The United States will proceed with peace talks on Sudan in Geneva this week, even without confirmation of the Sudanese army's attendance. Read more »
South Sudan: From Refugee to Trailblazer - Monicah Malith's Journey to Leadership
Africa Renewal
How determination and education transformed a South Sudanese Refugee into the first female President of the University of Nairobi Students Association Read more »
Ethiopia: Echoes of Mekelle: TPLF Factions and the Quest for Legitimacy After Tigray War [opinion]
Addis Standard
The Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF), once a dominant force in Ethiopian politics, is now at a critical crossroads following the devastating Tigray War. This catastrophic… Read more »
Nigeria: Youths Indispensable Partners in Achieving National Security - IG
Vanguard
The Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Mr Olukayode Egbetokun has pledged to protect rights, promote welfare and provide opportunities for the growth and development of Nigerian… Read more »