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UN ends political mission in Sudan, where world hasn't been able to stop bloodshed

December 1, 2023

UN ends political mission in Sudan, where world hasn't been able to stop bloodshed

The UN political mission in Sudan will be ending, with the objective of a safe and orderly withdrawal. However, many are concerned withdrawal could lead to heightened violence.

Zambia reports over 30 people trapped beneath rubble after open-pit mine collapse

December 1, 2023

Zambia reports over 30 people trapped beneath rubble after open-pit mine collapse

Over 30 people were trapped beneath rubble after an open-pit mine collapsed in Chingola, Zambia, on Friday, according to the country's government.

Kenyan cult leader sentenced to 18 months for film violations but still not charged over mass graves

December 1, 2023

Kenyan cult leader sentenced to 18 months for film violations but still not charged over mass graves

Controversial doomsday preacher Paul Mackenzie has been sentenced for illegal film distribution and production, but had pleaded not guilty, saying he didn't know he needed a license.

Madagascar high court ratifies president's controversial re-election win

December 1, 2023

Madagascar high court ratifies president's controversial re-election win

Malagasy President Andry Rajoelina's re-election was ratified by his country's top court Friday — a landslide win after opposition candidates urged supporters to boycott the vote.

Ugandan woman, 70, welcomes twins after receiving IVF fertility treatment

December 1, 2023

Ugandan woman, 70, welcomes twins after receiving IVF fertility treatment

A 70-year-old woman in Uganda has given birth to twins after undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment. Breakthroughs in IVF research are seeing improved success rates.

WATCH: Karine Jean-Pierre storms out of White House press briefing when pressed by African reporter

November 30, 2023

WATCH: Karine Jean-Pierre storms out of White House press briefing when pressed by African reporter

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre stormed out of a press briefing after Today News Africa reporter Simon Ateba demanded to know why he wasn't allowed to ask a question.

Nigerian president unveils $34.8B spending plan focusing on security, stability

November 29, 2023

Nigerian president unveils $34.8B spending plan focusing on security, stability

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday unveiled his 2024 spending plan, which he claims will sustain the country's “robust foundation for sustainable economic development."

North Korea closes additional embassies amid suspected financial issues

November 29, 2023

North Korea closes additional embassies amid suspected financial issues

North Korea is continuing to close diplomatic missions to countries around the world amid what South Korean experts suspect is a financial crunch on its foreign ministry.

Sierra Leone arrests 13 military officers after alleged coup attempt

November 28, 2023

Sierra Leone arrests 13 military officers after alleged coup attempt

Sierra Leone's government has arrested 13 of its own military officials, reportedly under suspicion that they attempted to stage a failed coup.

Hundreds of Islamist rebels dead after attempting to seize Burkina Faso border town

November 28, 2023

Hundreds of Islamist rebels dead after attempting to seize Burkina Faso border town

Hundreds of Islamist rebels have been reported dead by state media in Burkina Faso after attempting to seize control of a vulnerable town near the Malian border.