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Sudan: Sudan Army Says Khartoum State 'Completely Free' of Paramilitaries
[RFI] The Sudanese army said on Tuesday it had dislodged rival paramilitaries from their last positions in Omdurman, part of the Sudanese capital, securing all of Khartoum state nearly two months after recapturing the capital's centre.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:
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Nigeria: Listening to Respond - Creating People-Centred Care for Primary Healthcare in Nigeria
[Nigeria Health Watch] The Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative (NHSRII) and its ambitious 4-Point Agenda represent a comprehensive roadmap aimed at building a more responsive, equitable, and resilient health system, with the ultimate goal of achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and improving population health outcomes.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:East Africa: Where Are Kenyan Activist Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan Journalist Atuhaire?
[allAfrica] Boniface Mwangi, a prominent Kenyan activist known for his fight against corruption and police brutality, was detained in Tanzania, where he had travelled to attend the treason trial of opposition leader Tundu Lissu. Mwangi was arrested at a Dar es Salaam hotel with Ugandan journalist Agather Atuhaire, and they were both held overnight at the city's central police station.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:X restricted in Tanzania after police targeted by hackers
After being compromised, explicit images and misinformation were shared on the police's account.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:South Africa: 'This is Not an Austerity Budget' - Finance Minister Godongwana
[allAfrica] Cape Town -- "This is not an austerity Budget" were among the first words South African Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana spoke on his third attempt to present the country's 2025 Budget to South Africa.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Africa: Rabies Still Kills Thousands in Africa, But It's Entirely Preventable
[allAfrica] Rabies remains one of the world's oldest and deadliest zoonotic diseases. Yet, with timely intervention, it is entirely preventable
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Can Mandela's former negotiator fix fractious relations with Trump?
The South African president will try to reset relations with the US in a high-stakes White House meeting on Wednesday.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:South Africa: All Eyes On President Ramaphosa As Washington Visit Puts SA-U.S. Relations in Focus
[SAnews.gov.za] Washington D.C., United States - All eyes are on President Ramaphosa today as he meets with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House for a high-level engagement set to redefine South Africa's diplomatic and economic ties with the United States.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Africa: NATO and the G7 - Global Power Fractures That Africa Must Watch
[ISS] Geopolitical shifts in the Western alliance could considerably impact Africa's fortunes.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Cameroon: From Refugee to Entrepreneur - the Inspiring Journey of Haphizou Amadou Aziri
[UNHCR] In the heart of University of Yaounde 2, the fragrant aroma of fried eggs and spaghetti known locally as "deux oeufs spaghetti" draws students and locals alike to a vibrant cafe restaurant. Here owner Haphizou Amadou Azari, former refugee turned thriving entrepreneur exemplifies the resilience, fostered by UNHCR and its partners, in providing lasting solutions through education and livelihood initiatives.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Africa: Civilians Face Humanitarian Disaster in Great Lakes, Horn of Africa Conflicts
[IPS] Kampala -- Political instability and conflicts in the Great Lakes, the Horn of Africa, Sudan, and South Sudan have led to massive displacements and civilian suffering, and because the whole region is in crisis, the civilian population has few places to find refuge.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Liberia: 'Marginalized' Lawmakers Refuse Post-Meeting Unity Photo With President Boakai, Say Concerns Remain Unaddressed
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- What was anticipated to be a moment of unity and institutional reconciliation between President Joseph Boakai and members of the House of Representatives instead ended with a quiet protest on Tuesday when seven lawmakers declined to take part in a post-meeting photo with the Liberian leader.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Govt Assures Citizens Of Preparedness To Tackle Mpox
[New Dawn] The Liberian government says it is fully prepared to handle and control the recent monkeypox outbreak in the country.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Braving the Storm - Senators Proposed Act to Establish Muslim Holidays.
[New Dawn] A proposed Act to establish Islamic Holidays in Liberia has begun stirring debate here, before Senate Pro-temp Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence can even open the communication.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Most Test wickets this year - the 6ft 8in pace bowler with England in his sights
Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani may have a permanent smile on his face, but he will pose a serious threat to England at Trent Bridge this week, writes Stephan Shemilt.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Open Letter - Minister of Health Aaron Motsoaledi, Please Explain the HIV Numbers
[spotlight] Minister of Health Dr Aaron Motsoaledi's recent claim that over half a million people have been newly started on HIV treatment in less than six months has raised eyebrows in health circles. In this open letter, Anna Grimsrud and Sibongile Tshabalala-Madhlala, associated with CHANGE - South Africa, ask the Minister to explain numbers that, on the face of it, seem contradictory.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Rwanda: Former First Lady Agathe Habyarimana Avoids Genocide Trial in France
[allAfrica] Agathe Habyarimana, the 82-year-old widow of former Rwandan President Juvénal Habyarimana, avoided trial in France after investigating magistrates found insufficient evidence to charge her with complicity in the 1994 genocide.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Congo-Kinshasa: Former DR Congo Prime Minister Sentenced to Hard Labour for Corruption
[allAfrica] Former Democratic Republic of Congo Prime Minister Augustin Matata Ponyo was sentenced to ten years of forced labour for embezzling around $245 million of public funds, alongside Deogratias Mutombo, the former governor of the central bank, who received a five-year sentence.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Kenya: Kingi Declares Orwoba's Senate Seat Vacant After UDA Expulsion
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has declared the seat held by Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba vacant, following her expulsion from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party for alleged disloyalty and breach of party discipline.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Somalia: Somali Press Freedom Under Siege - Mogadishu Dialogue Demands Action
[Radio Dalsan] Mogadishu -- A pivotal roundtable discussion focusing on the state of press freedom in Somalia was held at the European Union Delegation compound in Mogadishu this week. The high-level meeting brought together leaders from Somalia's key media advocacy groups, representatives from the international community, and senior officials from the Somali Federal Government to tackle the increasing threats and...
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Kenya: Lawyer Contests Move to Withdraw Gachagua Pre-Impeachment Petitions
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- A Nairobi-based lawyer has filed a legal application seeking to block the withdrawal of a series of pre-impeachment petitions challenging proceedings for the removal of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Africa: All of Africa Today - May 21, 2025
[allAfrica] Commercial Diplomacy Now 'Core Focus of U.S. Engagement with Africa'
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Rwanda: Inside Top 10 Medical Procedures Conducted in Rwanda
[New Times] The government has expanded its capacity to deliver advanced medical care, with at least 10 specialised procedures now performed locally that previously required treatment abroad. The progress achieved over the past five years is easing the cost of referrals and improving access to care.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Earth Tremor Felt Across Gauteng - South African News Briefs - May 21, 2025
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Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Former DR Congo PM sentenced to hard labour on corruption charge
Augustin Ponyo Matata is found guilty of his part in embezzling about $245m.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Africa: Commercial Diplomacy Now 'Core Focus of U.S. Engagement with Africa'
[allAfrica] Monrovia -- The Trump administration is adopting a new commercial diplomacy strategy for sub-Saharan Africa "based on what we've seen that actually works," the acting head of the Africa Bureau at the U.S. State Department, Ambassador Troy Fitrell, said in a briefing on Tuesday.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:US judge warns deportations to South Sudan may breach court order
The judge orders the migrants to be kept in US government custody, holding the plane on the tarmac if necessary.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Can Mandela's former negotiator charm Donald Trump?
The White House has been uncharacteristically quiet about the whirlwind trip.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Sudan rebels entirely pushed out of Khartoum state, army says
It is the latest sign of victory from the military who have made gains against the RSF since March.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Sudan: UN Expert Urges End to Attacks on Sudan's Civilian Infrastructure
[allAfrica] Geneva -- The designated UN expert on human rights in Sudan, Radhouane Nouicer, has expressed deep concern at the recent intensification of drone strikes and the expansion of the conflict to the Red Sea state in eastern Sudan.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: What Does Atiku's Reported VP Offer Mean for Peter Obi's Ambition?
[Vanguard] The report about former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, offering Peter Obi a vice presidential role in a joint ticket for the 2027 presidential contest has triggered a barrage of speculations.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: No Tension in Our Community, Isiagu-Akpawfu Leaders Declare - Refute Crisis Report
[Vanguard] Leaders of Isiagu-Akpawfu Autonomous Community in Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu State have firmly dismissed recent media reports suggesting unrest in the community, asserting that peace reigns and residents are going about their normal activities unmolested.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Kenya: 'We Are Broad-Based, You're Tribal' - Ruto Hits Out At Gachagua in Mukuru
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- In what appeared to be a direct rebuke of his former deputy, President William Ruto today declared that he does not share a vision with leaders who promote tribal politics.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Kenya: 30 Counties to Benefit From Safaricom's Free Medical Services
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- M-Pesa Foundation has committed Sh254 million for free medical services in 30 counties.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Zimbabwe: UZ to Pay New Lecturers U.S.$3 Hourly As Striking Staff Shown the Door
[263Chat] The University of Zimbabwe (UZ) has begun replacing its striking lecturers with adjunct staff who will be paid as little as US$3 per hour. This follows ongoing industrial action by university educators demanding fair remuneration and better working conditions.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source: