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Haiti: WFP fears more hunger amid gang violence


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The widespread violence that took over Haiti’s capital on 29th February, has brought even more fears of a humanitarian crisis in the country. In one of the shelters for displaced families in capital Port-au-Prince, hundreds fight to get…

Senegalese presidential election date sets amid uncertainty


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In a surprising turn of events, President Macky Sall of Senegal has officially announced March 24th as the date for the upcoming presidential election. This declaration has sparked reactions across the nation, evoking a mixture of relief…

Senegal bans protests against vote delay, cuts internet access


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Senegal has cut mobile internet access ahead of a banned march against the postponement of a presidential election, and rights groups accused the authorities of using overly repressive tactics to stifle widespread opposition to the delay.…

Sudan: UN warns against food insecurity amid influx of migrants


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If a cease-fire agreement isn't signed soon between Sudan's warring sides and relief efforts aren't strengthened, refugees will look for safety beyond Sudan's neighbouring countries, the head of the United Nations refugee agency warned.…

Burundi shuts border with Rwanda amid spat


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The Rwandan government says Burundi had decided to shut its border with the East African nation, weeks after the Burundian president accused it of hosting a rebel group. Burundi's President Evariste Ndayishimiye in late December accused…

Kenyans welcome 2024 amid economic challenges


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Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya, has joined the global festivities as millions around the world joyfully welcomed the New Year with a spectacular display of fireworks and lively street parties. Despite the celebratory atmosphere,…

Madagascar president starts new term amid opposition boycott


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President Andry Rajoelina took the oath in a packed stadium on Saturday to start a new term as Madagascar's leader, rebuffing an opposition boycott and international concerns over the island's future. In front of six African presidents…

Madagascar’s President re-election amid opposition boycotts, doubt


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Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina secured re-election in the initial round of a contested ballot, marked by opposition boycotts, as confirmed by the election commission. An opposition candidate has appealed to the High…

Somalian Women engineers break barriers amid construction boom


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In Somalia's booming capital, construction engineer Faduma Mohamed Ali has her work cut out for her, supervising male workers twice her age, while defying stereotypes in this conservative Muslim country in the Horn of Africa. She has had…

Ethiopians mark Coptic new year amid persistent inflation


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Ethiopians started celebrations marking the Coptic New Year, known as Enkutatash. However, the festivities are tinged with a some undertone as they are overshadowed by the daunting challenges brought about by high inflation, a…