The U.N. accuses Sudan’s army and RSF of committing war crimes and calls for peacekeepers and an expanded arms embargo to protect civilians in the ongoing civil war.
Economy
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Cameroon launches a cocoa traceability platform to meet EU deforestation rules and boost exports.
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Libya’s oil blockade widens as eastern factions demand the reinstatement of the central bank governor, risking significant oil production cuts.
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South Africa’s digital platforms need regulatory sandboxes to foster growth and innovation, a new report says.
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Spain donates 500,000 mpox vaccine doses to Africa, urging EU members to contribute 20% of their stockpiles.
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Sudan is facing a severe humanitarian crisis after the collapse of the Arbaat Dam, which caused widespread flooding, deaths, and a struggle for aid delivery.
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Germany has committed to donating 100,000 mpox vaccine doses to Africa to help control the outbreak, working closely with WHO and GAVI to ensure efficient distribution.
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President Kais Saied reshuffles Tunisia’s cabinet ahead of the October election, aiming to address economic challenges and strengthen political standing.
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Gabon has reported its first case of mpox, with health authorities launching containment measures and contact tracing to prevent further spread.
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The UN expresses concern over armed group mobilizations in Libya as political tensions escalate around control of the Central Bank, threatening stability and civilian safety.