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Paramilitary siege in Sudan’s al-Hilaliya leaves over 73 dead, with rising illness and displacement compounding the region’s growing humanitarian crisis

Key Points Protests followed Frelimo’s contentious election victory in October 9. At least 18 killed in police crackdown. Mozambique’s Constitutional Council reviewing election discrepancies. In Mozambique’s capital, Maputo, police used …

Africa strengthens governance and cooperation to protect resources from exploitation

Key Points South Africa closes Lebombo border post with Mozambique. Mozambique’s election sparks deadly protests, military alert. Opposition claims victory; police violence escalates. South Africa has closed its key Lebombo …

A Nigerian court freed 119 protesters, including minors, following President Bola Tinubu’s order to drop charges linked to August’s economic protests

House Reps investigate $2 billion renewable energy fund, demanding ministers’ accountability in Nigeria’s renewable energy spending

Key Points Cabinda Refinery in Angola is set to start oil production in early 2025, with commercial operations beginning by July. The $473 million project aims to cut Angola’s reliance …

The ongoing Sudan war has displaced 135,000 civilians in El Gezira, as RSF attacks echo the brutal violence seen last year in Darfur

Global stock markets surged ahead of the US election and Federal Reserve decision, with oil prices rallying after OPEC+ extended supply cuts.

KEY POINTS African youth play a pivotal role in political movements. Technology empowers youth-led movements across the continent. Despite challenges, African youth continue driving political change. Young people in Africa …