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Nigerian military confirms Lakurawa, an Islamic State-linked insurgent group, now operating and escalating attacks in northwest Nigeria

Mental health initiatives in African countries are reducing stigma, expanding services, and fostering community and policy support across the continent

Key Points Mpox cases exceed 50,000 in 2024, 1,083 deaths recorded. Central Africa hardest hit, accounting for 85.8% of cases. Comorbidity with HIV heightens mpox mortality risks. Africa’s mpox outbreak …

Key Points Boko Duma pledges unity and prosperity. Inauguration attended by African leaders and citizens. Duma’s administration to prioritize economic growth, welfare. Botswana celebrated a historic day on Friday as …

KEY POINTS Oil revenue funds 80% of Nigeria’s budget. Oil dependency causes vulnerability to price shocks. Diversifying sectors like agriculture strengthens stability. Nigeria, Africa’s third largest economy with a gross …

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 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 …

Key Points Mining contributes 70% of Zambia’s exports, driving economic stability. Copper and cobalt dominate production, with growing gold output. Sustainable practices, investment, and diversification fuel resilience. Zambia’s mining industry …

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

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