KINSHASA — The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing a major public-health crisis as its latest Ebola outbreak has surpassed 6,000 confirmed cases, with nearly 3,000 deaths reported. According to figures from Congolese authorities cited by Reuters, 6,041 cases had been confirmed, including 2,911 deaths and 1,366 recoveries. Hundreds of patients remain in isolation or […]
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SOKOTO/KANO — Security concerns have again dominated headlines in northern Nigeria following separate attacks in Sokoto and Kano states. In Sokoto State, suspected bandits reportedly killed eight farmers and injured five others during an attack on the Gandi community in Rabah Local Government Area. In Kano State, the APC chairman of Rantan Ward in Bebeji […]
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Harare, Zimbabwe: At least 27 people have died following a devastating road crash involving a minibus taxi and a haulage truck in Zimbabwe. The accident happened near Chivhu, south of Harare, when the two vehicles collided. The minibus was carrying members of an African Christian church. Several people reportedly died at the scene while others […]
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Niamey, Niger: Niger’s military government says it has regained control of a major military base in the capital, Niamey, after a mutiny by soldiers posed the most serious internal challenge to the junta since it seized power in 2023. The unrest began around strategic military facilities in Niamey and later spread toward key government locations. […]
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JUBA, South Sudan — At least 49 people have been killed and 33 others injured in an armed attack involving a cattle camp in South Sudan. The attack took place in the northwestern part of the country and involved armed cattle raiders from Unity State, according to authorities. Cattle-related violence has remained a serious problem […]
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Business activity was disrupted in parts of Nairobi on Friday as small-scale traders protested against increased import duties and changes to customs valuation. Hundreds of businesses reportedly closed as traders took their concerns to the streets. Police used tear gas to disperse protesters during demonstrations in the city centre. The traders say the new customs […]
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Tensions between Chad and Sudan have intensified following an air strike near their shared border that reportedly killed 12 people and injured seven others. According to Chadian officials, the strike hit a fuel market in the border area. Chad has accused Sudan of carrying out the attack, although the circumstances surrounding the strike remain contested. […]
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There is relief in Kwara State after security operatives rescued the Onigbesi of Igbesi, Oba Moses Oyinloye Omotayo, and two other victims following their abduction. The Kwara State Police Command confirmed the rescue operation, saying the traditional ruler and the other victims were successfully recovered. The incident had raised concerns within the community and renewed […]
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At least 15 members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) have reportedly been abducted in Kogi State, raising fresh concerns over the safety of young Nigerians travelling on the state’s highways. The corps members were reportedly travelling along the Aloma–Egane/Ofu axis when they came under attack by gunmen. Reports indicate that the incident occurred […]
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Political uncertainty is growing in Tanzania following the resignation of Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi and his subsequent expulsion from the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi party. The governing party cited disciplinary concerns in its decision to remove Nchimbi from its membership. Energy Minister Deogratius Ndejembi has been nominated to replace him. The political development comes amid […]
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