Somalia
Al-Shabab Executes Two Men Accused of Collaborating with Somali Military
In a chilling demonstration of control, the militant group Al-Shabab executed two young men in a remote village not far from Janale—roughly…
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East-Africa
Somali Government Sends Forces to El-Wak District Following Unsuccessful Talks with Jubbaland
FILE PHOTO Mogadishu (AX) — On a sunny Saturday, word got out that the Somali federal government had ramped up its military…
East-Africa
Four Female Runners Tragically Murdered in Kenya: ‘Athletes No Longer Feel Secure’
In the homely setting of Rebecca Cheptegei’s family in Kenya, the memories of her love for chickens linger on the walls, alongside…
Central-Africa
Afcon 2025: Additional Nations Clinch Spots for Morocco
A handful of nations have officially punched their tickets to the 35th edition of the renowned African Cup of Nations, all set…
Central-Africa
Kenya to Launch Clinical Trial for New Mpox Vaccine Development
Let’s dive into the latest from the Kenya Medical Research Institute, affectionately known as KEMRI, who is cooking up a storm with…
Central-Africa
Lobito Regional Railway Initiative Receives Significant Support
A collaborative effort among various firms has welcomed the arrival of the initial set of 275 container wagons, designed to boost the…
Southern-Africa
South African Authorities Permit Food and Water for Illegal Miners Waiting for Processing
The task force known as Operation Vala Umgodi, part of the South African Police Service operating in the North West province, has…
East-Africa
Ethiopia Commits to Ongoing Battle Against al-Shabaab ‘By Any Means Necessary’ Despite Somalia’s Efforts to Exclude It from Future AU Mission
“Al-Shabaab will meet its match and lose,” says Ethiopia, pledging ongoing efforts to neutralize the group’s influence. The country remains unswerving in…
East-Africa
Ethiopia Praises North Western State of Somalia for Conducting a Tranquil Presidential Election
Hargeisa (AX) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ethiopia has showered North Western State of Somalia with accolades for pulling off…
West-Africa
Former Adversaries Clash in Senegal’s Parliamentary Elections
This weekend, a significant face-off is set to take place in Senegal’s parliamentary elections, pitting former President Macky Sall against Prime Minister…
East-Africa
Ethiopia Calls in Sudanese Diplomat Over Threats of Conflict Related to Nile Dam
Ethiopia recently called in Sudan’s ambassador for a stern chat over rather fiery remarks made by Sudan’s acting foreign minister. During a…
