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South Africa Recognises GBVF as National Disaster Following “15-Minute Stand” Demonstrations

The South African government has formally classified gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) as a national disaster, responding to growing concern over escalating violence against women and children. The announcement was made by Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Velenkosini Hlabisa, who

November 21, 2025

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Tanzania Partially Restores Internet amid Outcry over Killings, Crackdown on Post-Election Protests

Tanzania has begun partially restoring internet access after nearly a week-long blackout that coincided with violent protests following the country’s October 29 general elections. However, authorities have warned citizens against sharing photos or videos of the unrest online, even as rights groups

November 4, 2025

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At Least 22 Dead in Western Kenya Mudslide as Rescue Efforts Continue

At least 22 people have been confirmed dead and nearly 30 others are missing after a massive mudslide swept through villages in Marakwet East Constituency, western Kenya, following days of heavy rain. The disaster struck in the early hours of Saturday, November

November 2, 2025

Sudanese Army Vows 'Harsh Response' To RSF Attack That Resulted In Over 100 Deaths

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ICRC President Says World Leaders Must Act to End Killing in Sudan

Civilians are enduring brutal attacks, Spoljaric said, noting that rampant sexual violence and the deliberate destruction of essential services, mean that "facilities once dedicated to saving lives have become scenes of death and destruction.

November 1, 2025

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Tanzania’s Hassan Declared Winner in Disputed Election as Unrest and Blackout Persist

The election, Tanzania’s first since 2020, was seen as a test for Hassan, who took power in 2021 following the sudden death of President John Magufuli. Analysts say she was seeking to consolidate her position amid internal divisions within the ruling party

November 1, 2025

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Norway, UK, Canada Urge Restraint as Post-election Unrest Grips Tanzania

The governments of Norway, the United Kingdom, and Canada have expressed deep concern over escalating violence in Tanzania following the country’s general elections held on October 28 and 29. In a joint statement, the foreign ministers of the three countries said they

November 1, 2025

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UN Backs Morocco’s Sovereignty Plan Over Western Sahara In Major Policy Shift

The United Nations Security Council on Friday approved a US-sponsored resolution endorsing Morocco’s plan to grant limited autonomy to Western Sahara under its sovereignty, a move that marks a major diplomatic shift in one of Africa’s longest-running territorial disputes. The resolution, backed

November 1, 2025

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UN, AU Call for Calm as Protests Sweep Cameroon After Biya’s Contested Election Win

Tension remains high across Cameroon as protests continue following the declaration of 92-year-old President Paul Biya as winner of the October 12 presidential election, amid opposition claims of vote-rigging and growing international concern over the government’s response. The Constitutional Council on October

October 31, 2025

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AU, AFRIMA Confirm New Date For 9th Awards in Lagos

The African Union Commission (AUC) and the International Executive Committee of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) on Friday confirmed new date for the 9th edition of Africa’s global music awards, saying it will now take place between Wednesday, January 7 and

October 31, 2025

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Tanzanian Authorities Must Investigate Police Brutality Against Election Day Protesters – Amnesty International

The protesters were calling for a boycott of this year's general elections dominated by the ruling Chama cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party, with the two main opposition presidential candidates, Tundu Lissu from Chadema (Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo, in English, Party for Democracy

October 30, 2025

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Ivory Coast’s Ouattara Wins Fourth Term Amid Opposition Disqualifications

President Alassane Ouattara has secured a fourth term in office, winning 89.77 percent of the vote in Saturday’s presidential election, the country’s Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) confirmed on Monday. Entrepreneur Jean-Louis Billon finished a distant second with 3.09 percent of the vote,

October 28, 2025

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Nigeria Inflation Falls to 16% in October, Cost Pressures Remain High

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Africa - Page 3

South Africa Recognises GBVF as National Disaster Following “15-Minute Stand” Demonstrations

Tanzania Partially Restores Internet amid Outcry over Killings, Crackdown on Post-Election Protests

At Least 22 Dead in Western Kenya Mudslide as Rescue Efforts Continue

ICRC President Says World Leaders Must Act to End Killing in Sudan

Tanzania’s Hassan Declared Winner in Disputed Election as Unrest and Blackout Persist

Norway, UK, Canada Urge Restraint as Post-election Unrest Grips Tanzania

UN Backs Morocco’s Sovereignty Plan Over Western Sahara In Major Policy Shift

UN, AU Call for Calm as Protests Sweep Cameroon After Biya’s Contested Election Win

AU, AFRIMA Confirm New Date For 9th Awards in Lagos

Tanzanian Authorities Must Investigate Police Brutality Against Election Day Protesters – Amnesty International

Ivory Coast’s Ouattara Wins Fourth Term Amid Opposition Disqualifications

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