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Thirteen Countries Join Obangame Express 2024 Naval Training Exercise in Ghana
Sekondi, Ghana — Throughout a five-day event, 13 countries from West Africa, Europe, and North America dispatched military teams to engage in joint learning and training exercises as a piece of the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa…
Sudanese Army Airstrike Ignites Historical Palace in Khartoum
Yesterday, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) airstrike targeted the ancient Republican Palace in Khartoum, igniting fires in parts of it. Also, an assault by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on a North Kordofan marketplace resulted in 15…
Improving Policing in South Africa: Strategies for the Minister of Police
Operation Shanela, introduced by the police on May 8, 2023, aimed to aggressively address crime in South Africa. Police Minister Bheki Cele reported significant achievements during the operation's one-year anniversary, sharing compelling…
East Africa: From Droughts and Floods to Cyclones
Kenya, along with other nations in Africa, faces a stark new reality: extreme weather events have become increasingly common. Weather patterns that were once reliable have shifted, leading to recurring droughts, floods, and cyclones. These…
Uganda: First Three Days of Census Reports Count of 2.6 Million Households, According to Ubos
According to the Uganda Bureau of Statistics, within the initial three days of conducting the census, about 30% of households across the nation, equating to 2.6 million households, were accounted for.
Kenyan Lawmakers Protect Minister, Spark Allegations of Corruption
A secretive strategy has been unveiled, highlighting how the Kenya Kwanza government tactically prevented Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi from being impeached, thus avoiding disrepute for the Ruto-led administration.
Nigeria: 20 Residents Reportedly Killed in Zamfara Community by Terrorist Attack
In a brutal assault lasting more than two hours, terrorists slaughtered "at least 20" villagers, comprising men, women, and children, in north-west Nigeria.
Chad Dispatches Soldiers in Response to Opposition Demonstrations Following Deby’s Election…
Yaounde — In a swift move to preserve peace, particularly in the capital city of N'djamena, Chad has mandated the urgent deployment of military forces.
Junta Leader Deby Wins Chad Presidential Election
In Chad, after a generation under his father’s rule, Mahamat Deby Itno solidifies the family’s hold on power by winning the presidency.Declared victorious in the May 6 presidential elections, Chad’s military head, Mahamat Deby Itno,…
Nigeria: Straight in – Police release Nigerian journalist, Ojukwu, after nine days of…
However, the conditions of Mr. Ojukwu's release remain unclear at the time of filing this report.Daniel Ojukwu, the detained journalist with The Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) has regained freedom.
Chad: Junta chief Deby declared winner of presidential election
His father ruled Chad for a generation, and now Mahamat Deby Itno has consolidated the family dynasty with victory in the presidential election.
Liberia: 100 days of GMW vs. Jnb – Home Africa Gauges the views of Liberians from all walks…
Monrovia - President Joseph Boakai last week had one hundred days in office and boasted of having made massive developments during the period, including undertaking major road corridor projects totaling about 783.5 km in Bong, Lofa, Bomi,…
Liberia: In rural areas, birth means risk of death
Norris Town — The physical challenges of pregnancy are difficult for women everywhere. But in rural Liberia, pregnancy is dangerous.Sando Kollie learned that the hard way earlier this year.
Africa: Kenya is again in FATF’s crosshairs
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) anti-money laundering has placed Kenya on its gray list for the second time. Listed countries are facing increased scrutiny due to shortcomings in meeting international anti-money laundering and…
Kenya floods – As costs mount, pressure mounts on country in economic crisis
There were early warnings that Kenya's long rainy season - between March and May - would bring above-normal rainfall. The extreme intensity of the rain has resulted in devastating floods in many parts of the country.
Tanzania: The government is acting quickly to reduce the impact of Cyclone Hidaya
Dodoma - PRIME Minister Kassim Majaliwa has informed the National Assembly that Tropical Cyclone Hidaya which hit the coastal areas of the country last weekend has killed five people, leaving seven others injured and 7,027 households with…