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Sudanese military chief visits president of Eritrea to address Sudan’s crisis

September 11, 2023

Sudanese military chief visits president of Eritrea to address Sudan’s crisis

Gen. Abdel Fattah Burhan visited Eritrea to seek support from President Isaias Afwerki as the crisis in Sudan continues to escalate between two armed forces.

Death toll rises to 28 in Nigerian boat accident

September 11, 2023

Death toll rises to 28 in Nigerian boat accident

The death toll from a tragic boat accident in Nigeria's north-central Niger State has climbed to 28, according to reports from emergency services on Monday.

Boat capsizes off Nigeria, causing 24 deaths

September 11, 2023

Boat capsizes off Nigeria, causing 24 deaths

Two dozen corpses have been recovered after a boat carrying more than 100 passengers capsized in north-central Nigeria early Sunday. Only 30 people have been rescued so far.

6.8 magnitude earthquake kills over 1,000 people in Morocco, rescue efforts underway

September 9, 2023

6.8 magnitude earthquake kills over 1,000 people in Morocco, rescue efforts underway

Morocco suffered devastating damage and over a thousand fatalities after a 6.8-magnitude earthquake shook the North African nation Friday night.

Suspected serial killer arrested in Rwanda after over 10 bodies found on his property

September 7, 2023

Suspected serial killer arrested in Rwanda after over 10 bodies found on his property

Rwandan authorities have arrested a suspected serial killer after discovering the bodies of more than 10 people in a pit on his property after he allegedly confessed to the killings.

Gabon junta frees deposed president from house arrest, appoints 'prime minister of the transition'

September 7, 2023

Gabon junta frees deposed president from house arrest, appoints 'prime minister of the transition'

Deposed Gabonese President Ali Bongo Ondimba has been freed from house arrest and may travel abroad for medical treatment, the county's junta ruled.

Central African Republic faces humanitarian crisis with 2.4M people in need of aid, UN says

September 7, 2023

Central African Republic faces humanitarian crisis with 2.4M people in need of aid, UN says

The Central African Republic is grappling with a severe humanitarian crisis affecting approximately 2.4 million people, while the U.N.'s appeal for $534 million is only 36% funded.

Moroccan senate president postpones historic visit to Israel due to illness

September 7, 2023

Moroccan senate president postpones historic visit to Israel due to illness

Due to health reasons, Morocco’s Senate President Enaam Mayara has postponed his visit to Israel. Mayara was scheduled to speak with the Israeli parliament to cement diplomatic ties.

Sudan’s army chief travels to Qatar for talks as conflict continues to rage in the African country

September 7, 2023

Sudan’s army chief travels to Qatar for talks as conflict continues to rage in the African country

Gen. Abdel Fattah Burhan, the army chief of Sudan, has traveled to Qatar for diplomatic meetings as monthslong conflict between Sudan’s armed forces continues to rage.

US sanctions Sudanese paramilitary leader for human rights abuses

September 6, 2023

US sanctions Sudanese paramilitary leader for human rights abuses

The U.S. imposed sanctions on a Sudanese paramilitary commander due to his alleged involvement in violence and human rights abuses during the ongoing conflict in his country.