Africa

Keep abreast of news and happenings from the continent of Africa, including politics, development initiatives, cultural events, and more.

Sierra Leone investigating reports Dutch drug kingpin took refuge in country
UN chief calls for Rwandan forces to leave DR Congo
Islamist militants kill at least 20 Nigerian troops, security sources say
Kenyan tech firm turns plastic waste into 3D images; boosts learning, cuts emissions
Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Meets Foreign Minister of Cote d’Ivoire
United Arab Emirates Strongly Condemns Targeting of Saudi Hospital in El Fasher, Sudan
Humanitarian Coordinator expresses deep concern over the impact of intensified fighting around Goma on civilians and humanitarian operations
Bringing health care closer to displaced communities in Somalia
Congo severs ties with Rwanda as rebels close in on Goma, displacing thousands 
DR CONGO CRISIS: Live updates as Security Council holds emergency meeting
United Nations (UN) temporarily relocates non-critical staff from Goma (North-Kivu) without interrupting its operations
Sierra Leone’s President, Julius Maada Bio Hands Over $3.7 Million Community Development Fund, Commissions the Marampa Mines Expansion
Sierra Leone’s President, Julius Maada Bio Graces Annual Education Week Celebration in Bombali District
Eritrea: Commission of Culture and Sports Provides Vocational Training
Eritrea: Social Welfare Programs in Southern Region
United Nations (UN) relocates non-critical staff from North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
WHO chief urges end to attacks on Sudan health care after 70 drone strike kills 70
9 South African soldiers killed as conflict in eastern Congo escalates
National Basketball Association (NBA) Africa and University Mohammed VI Polytechnic Launch New Youth Basketball Initiative in Morocco, Through EVOSPORT
UN relocates non-critical staff from North Kivu, DR Congo