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EU commits 650 million euros in aid to Ethiopia, first since the war in Tigray region ended

October 3, 2023

EU commits 650 million euros in aid to Ethiopia, first since the war in Tigray region ended

The European Union has committed to providing Ethiopia with substantial aid amounting to 650 million euros, marking a significant move to resume support after a three-year suspension.

Malnutrition and hunger grip south Sudanese children fleeing Sudan's violence

October 3, 2023

Malnutrition and hunger grip south Sudanese children fleeing Sudan's violence

The United Nations World Food Program (WFP) has reported that a significant proportion of children arriving in South Sudan from Sudan are suffering from malnutrition.

Congolese military colonel sentenced to death, soldiers convicted in connection with protester deaths

October 3, 2023

Congolese military colonel sentenced to death, soldiers convicted in connection with protester deaths

A military tribunal issued a death sentence to a Congolese military colonel and found three soldiers guilty in connection with the deaths of over 50 people participating in protests.

Jihadist attack near Mali border kills 29 Nigerien soldiers amidst growing security concerns

October 3, 2023

Jihadist attack near Mali border kills 29 Nigerien soldiers amidst growing security concerns

Niger's junta reported a loss of at least 29 soldiers who were killed by jihadist militants near the border with Mali. This incident is part of a struggle to curb attacks in the region.

Explosion and fire at illegal oil refinery in Nigeria claims 15 lives, including pregnant woman

October 3, 2023

Explosion and fire at illegal oil refinery in Nigeria claims 15 lives, including pregnant woman

An explosion and subsequent fire erupted at an illicit oil refining site in Nigeria's Niger Delta region, resulting in the loss of at least 15 lives, including that of a pregnant woman.

House passes 1-year Africa AIDS relief extension with safeguard GOP Rep says stops Biden abortion 'hijacking'

September 30, 2023

House passes 1-year Africa AIDS relief extension with safeguard GOP Rep says stops Biden abortion 'hijacking'

House Republicans passed a 1-year extension for a Bush era program combatting AIDS in Africa but included safeguards that pro-life supporters are calling a major victory.

Eswatini, one of the world's last monarchies, holds largely ceremonial elections

September 29, 2023

Eswatini, one of the world's last monarchies, holds largely ceremonial elections

Eswatini, a small, landlocked country in southern Africa, held parliamentary elections Friday. Elected officials serve primarily as advisors to a king who still wields absolute power.

Plane crash claims 6 lives at Zimbabwean mining company-owned site

September 29, 2023

Plane crash claims 6 lives at Zimbabwean mining company-owned site

A small aircraft owned by a mining company in Zimbabwe tragically crashed on Friday, and preliminary reports from aviation authorities suggest that all six individuals aboard have lost their lives in the incident.

Islamic extremist attack in western Niger kills nearly a dozen soldiers amidst worsening security landscape

September 29, 2023

Islamic extremist attack in western Niger kills nearly a dozen soldiers amidst worsening security landscape

A violent assault orchestrated by Islamic extremists in western Niger resulted in the deaths of at least twelve soldiers, while seven others sustained injuries.

Algeria expands English classes as France’s influence wanes throughout Africa

September 29, 2023

Algeria expands English classes as France’s influence wanes throughout Africa

Signs of pushback against France are becoming more forceful. In Algeria, third and fourth graders will learn English-language classes as schools transition from French.