Sudan's Agriculture Minister Denies Famine Despite Alarming Hunger Data
Sudan's Agriculture Minister disputes U.N. data on famine affecting 755,000 people. Conflict between Sudanese army and Rapid Support Forces worsens hunger crisis.
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Who holds capital and political leverage — and how that power is exercised.
'Uganda Police Sodomized Detained Protesters'- Human Rights Lawyer
Over 114 youths arrested during anti-corruption protests in Kampala, Uganda. Detained protesters claim sexual assault; police deny allegations.
South African Police Arrest 95 Libyan Nationals in Raid on Suspected Secret Military Training Camp
South African police arrested 95 Libyan nationals at a suspected secret military training camp in White River, Mpumalanga province. The Libyans claimed they entered on study visas to train as security guards, but evidence suggested military training.
South Africa Appoints First Female Chief Justice
President Cyril Ramaphosa named Mandisa Maya, the current deputy chief justice, as the new chief justice, starting her term on Sept. 1. Maya, 60, previously served as the judge president of the Supreme Court of Appeal and was the first Black woman appointed to this position.
South Africa's DA Sues ANC Over Pre-Election Speech by President Ramaphosa!
South Africa’s Democratic Alliance (DA) has taken the African National Congress (ANC) to court over a speech given by President Cyril Ramaphosa before the May election. The DA alleges that Ramaphosa used his presidential address for election campaigning, which they claim is an abuse of office.
Ugandan Anti-Corruption Protesters Clash with Security Forces as Top Officials are Accused of Stinking Corruption
Ugandan security forces arrested dozens of protesters marching to parliament against high-level corruption. Allegations of corruption target Top Politicians like Parliament Speaker Anita Among, who faces U.S. and U.K. sanctions.
Rising Opposition to President Biya In Cameroon
Cameroon's government is facing widespread condemnation for threatening to arrest civilians criticizing President Paul Biya, a move seen as censorship of free speech.
Former Moroccan Human Rights Minister Sentenced to 5 Years
Former Moroccan Human Rights Minister Mohamed Ziane was sentenced to five years in prison for corruption, a case his attorney claims is politically motivated.
Fierce Clashes in Somalia: Dozens Dead as Army Repels Al Shabaab Assault on Bases
Dozens of fighters were killed during clashes in southern Somalia as al Shabaab militants attempted to overrun three army bases.
Ugandan Security Forces Crack Down on Opposition Ahead of Anti-Corruption Protests
Ugandan security forces sealed off the headquarters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) ahead of planned anti-corruption protests, arresting several opposition leaders.
Ugandan Protesters 'Playing with Fire' in a Planned Defiant Anti-Corruption March, Says President Museveni
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni warned protesters planning a banned anti-corruption march that they are "playing with fire" and accused them of working for foreign interests.
South Kivu Governor Halts All Mining to Combat Chaos and Violence
The governor of South Kivu province in eastern Congo has ordered the suspension of all mining activities to restore order in the violence-plagued, mineral-rich region.
Zambia President Fires Entire Anti-Corruption Board For Being Corrupt
President Hakinde Hichilema fired the entire ACC board amid corruption allegations. ACC head Thom Shamakamba and solicitor-general Marshal Muchende, both accused of taking kickbacks, deny the allegations.
Tunisian President Kais Saied Announces Bid for Second Term
President Kais Saied announced his candidacy for a second term in the upcoming October 6 elections. Opposition claims the government is pressuring the judiciary to target rivals and ensure Saied's re-election.
Kenya's President Ruto Vows New Inclusive Cabinet
Ruto, in his Friday address, framed the ongoing crisis as a smaller issue compared to the potential opportunities ahead for Kenya.
U.S. Pledges $203M to Avert Sudan Crisis Spillover
U.S. pledges $203M to avert Sudan crisis from spilling into the region, according to U.N. ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield. Close to 9 million people displaced, over 1 million have left Sudan, thousands killed in the conflict.