Tag: africa
When scheduled polls in Namibia close, thousands of people are still waiting to cast their ballots.
Even though her party, the dominant South West Africa People's Organization (SWAPO), is facing the most formidable challenge…
Heavy shooting in Juba, South Sudan, as troops attempt to apprehend the former intelligence chief
Akol Koor Kuc, who has headed South Sudan's intelligence agency since the nation's 2011 independence from Sudan, was…
At least 40 people are killed by a paramilitary assault in central Sudan—medic
After a major paramilitary leader defected to the army's side last month, the RSF launched a series of…
South Sudan’s hunger situation will worsen as millions of people suffer from malnutrition.
According to the assessment, 57% of the population will experience severe food insecurity, with small children at high…
‘Likely’ violates UN arms embargo with French-UAE weaponry in Sudan – Amnesty
Concerns over export restrictions and the accountability of arms makers are raised by reports that French-made defense systems…
Jugnauth admits ‘big setback’ but Ramgoolam declares sweeping victory in Mauritius.
Opposition leader Navin Ramgoolam asserts that "the power of the people is stronger than a dictatorship." After Prime…
A Boko Haram strike claimed the lives of more than a dozen Chadian soldiers: army
The Chadian army reported killing 96 insurgents in retaliation, as armed group activity intensifies in the region. In…
In Nigeria, a “new armed group” murders fifteen individuals.
Authorities claim that the new armed group "Lakurawa" is likely to have crossed into Nigeria, is in possession…
Mali affirms that it would withdraw its whole UN mission by mid-November.
Due to worsening ties, Mali's military officials ordered the UN stabilization mission, known as MINUSMA, to depart on…
Due to fatal protests during the election, South Africa closes its border with Mozambique.
In Mozambique, protests spearheaded by the opposition against the ruling Frelimo party's alleged election fraud have claimed the…
The 1957 murder of Algerian independence hero Ben M’hidi is acknowledged by France.
Larbi Ben M'hidi, a pivotal figure in Algeria's War of Independence, was assassinated by French forces following his…
The UNSC decides to terminate its operation in Somalia within the next two years.
Only with the host nation's consent can UN missions be sent out. The UN has been the target…