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Tigrayan refugees say they are victims of expropriation of militias
On the run from the fighting in Ethiopia's Tigray province, thousands of refugees - 38,000 according to the UNHCR - continue to flee to Sudan. In parallel with the offensive led by the troops of the regular army, they say they were victims of the Amharas, the neighboring ethnic group of the Tigrayans. Militias and armed groups wanted to allocate their land.…
UN requires civil safety after Ethiopia’s 72-hour deadline for Tigrayan forces
The United Nations referred to as on Ethiopia on Monday to make sure the safety of civilians, a day after Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed gave Tigray forces 72 hours to surrender earlier than a navy offensive towards the regional capital Mekelle.
A whole bunch, probably hundreds, have been killed in preventing that erupted on November 4 between Ethiopian federal forces and Tigray's regional military, sending greater than 30,000 refugees to neighboring Sudan.
Catherine Sozi, the UN humanitarian coordinator…
5 Yemeni fishermen killed in Somalia when storms hit
BOSSASO, Northeastern State - At the very least 5 Yemeni fishermen have been killed Sunday night time after heavy rain and robust winds within the coastal strip of Somalia's Northeastern State state, authorities mentioned within the newest wave of rain that has triggered chaos in areas alongside the Indian Ocean.
Round. 18:00 native time Sunday, Gati landed over Hafun, Northeastern State, like a really extreme cyclone storm. The storm had wind speeds of about 130-140 km / h (80-87 mph) based mostly on 3-minute…
In Africa, “Islamic State has a tax base that makes it possible to maintain”
What benefits do jihadist groups derive from their Islamic State franchise? In a recently released report, the International Crisis Group (ICG) looks at the case of Lake Chad, where armed groups have pledged allegiance to ISIS. This document is based in particular on the testimonies of sixteen regents from Boko Haram and the Islamic State in West Africa. To talk about it, Vincent Foucher, CNRS…
in some regions the polling stations were closed
Burkinabè went to the polls yesterday, Sunday 22 November, for the presidential and legislative elections. The vote took place peacefully across the country. Although several polling stations did not open due to the security threat.
as reported from Burkina Faso, Yaya BoudaniThe president of Ceni explained that difficulties…
The UN requires Ethiopia’s 72-hour civil safety deadline for Tigrayan forces
The United Nations referred to as on Ethiopia on Monday to make sure the safety of civilians, a day after Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed gave Tigray forces 72 hours to surrender earlier than a army offensive towards the regional capital Mekelle.
Tons of, presumably 1000's, have been killed in preventing that erupted on November 4 between Ethiopian federal forces and Tigray's regional military, sending greater than 30,000 refugees to neighboring Sudan.
Catherine Sozi, the UN's humanitarian coordinator for…
NPP virtual meeting due to pandemic
The presidential campaign has resumed in Ghana, following a seven-day national mourning ceremony in honor of former President Jerry Rawlings. But due to the Covid pandemic, few meetings take place in the capital. On Sunday, therefore, the ruling party NPP held a virtual meeting that spectators could follow via a live Facebook.…
Joseph Kabila’s replacement still causes controversy
Félix Tshisekedi's supporters accuse Joseph Kabila's political family of blocking current power. They also explain that the country's resources are not being directed effectively. They cite in particular the costs that the government allocates to Joseph Kabila, as a special pension under the former president of the republic. For them, we must reduce them.…
In Algeria, Emmanuel Macron’s assist for President Tebboune’s criticism
In Algeria, Emmanuel Macron's assist for President Tebboune made a part of the opposition, and members of Hirak jumped. In an interview with "Jeune Afrique" on Friday, November 20, the tenant within the Elysee had certified Abdelmadjid Tebboune as "courageous" and had introduced that he would do "every thing to assist him". Feedback criticized by a number of political teams, together with the RCD and…
look back on an evening of counting
Nearly 6.5 million voters were called to vote in Burkina Faso for a double legislative and presidential election. A voting day that mostly took place peacefully despite a tense security context. Now the country is waiting for the results while the bill began as soon as the offices were closed. Report at the polling station at Saint-Joseph High School in Ouaga1, south of the capital.…