Africa
Cameroon on edge amid protests following disputed election
Longtime president, Paul Biya, was declared winner of the presidential poll which opposition leaders say was rigged.
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Africa
Gaza residents face continuing hardship amid fragile ceasefire
As winter approaches, families in Gaza are living with with no electricity, water, or sanitation, in bombed out buildings across the enclave.
Africa
Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappé awarded Golden Boot for the first time
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe was presented with the 2024-25 Golden Boot award on Friday in front of him team mates at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Africa
WHO reports rapid spread of Mpox with 17 deaths in Africa over recent weeks
The WHO’s latest report urges heightened surveillance, improved vaccine access, and stronger infection control to prevent the disease from becoming entrenched.
Africa
Cameroon on edge amid protests following disputed election
Longtime president, Paul Biya, was declared winner of the presidential poll which opposition leaders say was rigged.
Africa
Macron’s great lakes peace push falters amid gunfire and skepticism over Goma airport plans
Experts say that while the aid injection and infrastructure plans are welcome, they must be matched by genuine diplomatic breakthroughs and credible frameworks — not just big announcements.
Africa
United Nations rights office alarmed by killings in Tanzania protests
The main opposition party claims about 700 people have been killed by security forces in election-related in protests across the country.
Africa
Opposition leader's call for shutdown already observed in northern city
Opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary urged people to observe a three-day nationwide "ghost town" election protest from Monday.
Africa
Mali's fuel shortage sparks urgent advisories from Western countries
The Malian capital is facing a dual crisis of severe fuel shortages and a wave of foreign advisories to leave the country, creating what local journalists describe as a “psychosis” among residents who feel trapped by deteriorating security and economic conditions.
Africa
Amnesty international demands transparency amidst protest violence
Tanzania is facing a severe political crisis as post-election protests have turned deadly, with opposition groups claiming hundreds killed amid an internet blackout and military deployment following Wednesday's contentious vote.
Africa
Macron’s great lakes peace push falters amid gunfire and skepticism over Goma airport plans
Experts say that while the aid injection and infrastructure plans are welcome, they must be matched by genuine diplomatic breakthroughs and credible frameworks — not just big announcements.
Africa
United Nations rights office alarmed by killings in Tanzania protests
The main opposition party claims about 700 people have been killed by security forces in election-related in protests across the country.