November 06
Africa: Displacement Crisis Reaches 123 Million, Amid Ongoing Conflicts
UN News
The UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, has called for "urgent international support" as the number of forcibly displaced people worldwide reaches 123 million, with… Read more »
Africa: Vaccine Doses Allocated to 9 African Countries Hardest Hit By Mpox Surge
Africa CDC
The Access and Allocation Mechanism (AAM) for mpox has allocated an initial 899 000 vaccine doses for nine countries across the African region that are hit hard by the current mpox… Read more »
Mozambique: Post-Election Internet Restrictions Hinder Rights
HRW
The Mozambican authorities should immediately end internet restrictions imposed since October 25, 2024, and restore full access to social media platforms, Human Rights Watch said… Read more »
Africa: A City Safe for Women Is Safe for All - Women's Voices Lead At World Urban Forum in Cairo
UN News
One of the main messages conveyed by women leaders, activists, young people and others gathered for a discussion on Wednesday in Cairo at the World Urban Forum was that: "a city… Read more »
Mali: New Law 'Disastrous; for LGBTQI+ People
HRW
Suspend Discriminatory and Stigmatizing Criminal Offense Read more »
Africa: African Presidents Congratulate Trump On U.S. Election Victory
VOA
Donald Trump's victory over Democratic candidate Vice President Kamala Harris dominated the news cycle across Africa on Wednesday, with coverage reflecting the anxiety being felt… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopian Becomes First African Carrier to Own Airbus A350-1000
Ethiopian Herald
Ethiopian Airlines has become the first African carrier to receive the Airbus A350-1000, marking a historic milestone in African aviation. The airline received the advanced… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Security Forces Accused of Abduction, Deaths of Protesters
VOA
Human Rights Watch on Tuesday accused Kenyan security forces of abducting, torturing and killing people believed to be leaders of anti-government protests that took place between… Read more »
Botswana: Botswana's New President - Who Is Duma Boko and What Does He Stand For? [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The electoral defeat delivered to the Botswana Democratic Party led by Mokgweetsi Masisi was met with incredulity in neighbouring states. Not many expected the party that had run… Read more »
Sudan: UN Experts Warn of 'Impossible Situation' Facing the People of Sudan
Dabanga
United Nations experts condemned the escalating violence against civilians in Sudan, warning that the humanitarian crisis resulting from the conflict between the Sudan Armed Forces… Read more »
Africa: What to Expect On Immigration Under a New Trump Administration
VOA
President-elect Donald Trump put immigration at the front of his campaign agenda, pledging to bring what he calls "unprecedented order" to the southern border and launch the… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria At COP29 - Five Items to Put On the Climate Agenda [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The world's efforts to address climate change and its effects have been the subject of discussion for almost three decades at the annual Conference of Parties (COP) of the United… Read more »
Nigeria: Two Killed As Bomb Explodes in Nigerian Market
Premium Times
The police have confirmed the development. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Congratulates Trump On Election Victory, Pledges Enhanced Kenya-U.S. Relations
Capital FM
President William Ruto has congratulated Donald Trump following his victory in the U.S. presidential election, in which he defeated Democratic contender Kamala Harris. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Poised to Be Primary Beneficiary Within Brics Bloc
ENA
Ethiopia is poised to be a primary beneficiary within the BRICS bloc, Russian Ambassador to Ethiopia Evgeny Terekhin remarked. Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Hints At Political Comeback, Cites Trump's Resilience
Capital FM
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has drawn inspiration from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's victory, remarking that "a never-say-die attitude will always TRUMP… Read more »
Africa: Trump Win Could Jeopardise Agoa Renewal, Putting Africa At a Crossroads
Business Day Africa
A potential victory for former U.S. President Donald Trump in this election could leave African countries at a critical moment, as the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is… Read more »
Mauritius: Mauritius' Social Media Shutdown - a Worrying Sign That Civil Rights Are Slipping [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Mauritius' communications regulator recently shut down access to social media platforms until a day after the upcoming general election, due to be held on 10 November 2024. The… Read more »
Nigeria: 'President Trump's Win Powerful Message of Hope, Not Just for Americans' - Ogun Governorship Candidate
Vanguard
...Congratulates US president elect Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Army Chief Dies
Premium Times
Born on 28 February 1968, Lt. General Lagbaja was appointed Chief of Army Staff on 19 June 2023, by President Tinubu. Read more »
Somalia: U.S. Forgives $1.14 Billion Debt to Somalia's Economic Recovery
Radio Dalsan
In a move to bolster Somalia's economic recovery and stability, the United States has forgiven $1.14 billion in debt owed by Somalia. The debt cancellation, announced by US… Read more »
Mozambique: End Violent Post-Election Crackdown Ahead of 7 November Maputo March
AI London
Ahead of a major opposition march planned for 7 November in Maputo following disputed elections, Mozambique's Frelimo-led government must halt its violent and widespread crackdown… Read more »
Nigeria: National Grid Collapses 9th Time in 10 Months
Leadership
The National grid has suffered yet another collapse, plunging the country into another round of darkness. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Felled Forests Lead to Wood Shortage For Villagers
IPS
Linet Makwera (28) has a baby strapped on her back as she totters barefoot, picking tiny pieces of wood on both sides of a dusty and narrow road, peering fearfully at people… Read more »
South Africa: Walking Joburg's Biggest, Baddest River - Gold Dust and Gunk
GroundUp
Day 1 on the Klip River: Selby to Riverlea Read more »
