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38 Senegalese migrants rescued off coast of Cabo Verde: Dozens of others believed to be dead, missing

August 16, 2023

38 Senegalese migrants rescued off coast of Cabo Verde: Dozens of others believed to be dead, missing

Dozens of Senegalese migrants are believed to be dead or missing after a boat that was carrying over a hundred migrants was found off the coast of Cabo Verde with 38 survivors.

Nigeriens called to assist army as junta faces possible invasion by nearby countries

August 16, 2023

Nigeriens called to assist army as junta faces possible invasion by nearby countries

Niger’s junta, which recently ousted President Mohamed Bazoum, is seeking to recruit tens of thousands of volunteers as nearby nations threaten to invade the country.

27 dead in Libya as clashes continue to escalate between rival militias

August 16, 2023

27 dead in Libya as clashes continue to escalate between rival militias

At least 27 people have died in Libya as clashes that erupted late Monday continue to escalate between rival militias 444 Brigade and the Special Deterrence Force.

International organizations unite to address humanitarian crisis, rights violations in war-torn Sudan

August 15, 2023

International organizations unite to address humanitarian crisis, rights violations in war-torn Sudan

Twenty international organizations affiliated with the U.N., alongside various global agencies, have united their voices to call for access to critical humanitarian aid.

Intense clashes between militias in Libya leave residents trapped in homes

August 15, 2023

Intense clashes between militias in Libya leave residents trapped in homes

Clashes between rivals Special Deterrence Force and the 444 Brigade in Libya have left residents trapped in their homes. The ministry said many have been unable to escape the violence.

Kenya-based British army training unit accused of human rights violations, committee launches inquiry

August 15, 2023

Kenya-based British army training unit accused of human rights violations, committee launches inquiry

A British training unit, which has been stationed in Kenya for decades, was accused of violating human rights. The East African country has opened an inquiry into the allegations.

Human rights activists say Niger’s detained officials have been inaccessible following coup

August 15, 2023

Human rights activists say Niger’s detained officials have been inaccessible following coup

Several political leaders detained in Niger, following a coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum, have been unreachable, according to a group of human rights activists.

Child among 5 dead off Tunisian coast after migrant boat carrying 35 sinks

August 15, 2023

Child among 5 dead off Tunisian coast after migrant boat carrying 35 sinks

Several migrants on a boat carrying Tunisians and sub-Sharan nationals have died after a vessel sank near Sfax, Tunisia, the starting point for many migrants attempting to reach Europe.

Airstrike in Ethiopia leaves at least 26 dead, over 55 others injured

August 14, 2023

Airstrike in Ethiopia leaves at least 26 dead, over 55 others injured

An airstrike targeting a truck that delivered food to a local militia known as Fano in Ethiopia killed at least 26 people and wounded over 55 others.

Nigerian men to face US justice in sextortion scheme that led to teen's suicide

August 14, 2023

Nigerian men to face US justice in sextortion scheme that led to teen's suicide

Two of three Nigerian men were extradited to the U.S. for allegedly running a sextortion ring that included Jordan DeMay, who killed himself because of the scam.