Apr 17, 2024

The U.N. rights chief says eastern Congo’s escalating violence is being forgotten by the world

During a visit to the region on Wednesday, Türk emphasized the urgent need for increased support and peace efforts to address the humanitarian disaster affecting millions....

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  Apr 17, 2024

UK Parliament in Stalemate Over Rwanda Deportation Bill

This proposal came after MPs in the House of Commons rejected the Lords' recent amendments on Monday....

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  Apr 17, 2024

Sierra Leone Declares National Emergency on Substance Abuse Due to Deadly Drug

Kush, a lethal mixture of marijuana, fentanyl, and tramadol, has been especially prevalent in Sierra Leone for the past four years....

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  Apr 17, 2024

Children in South Africa Hospitalized after Mistaking 'Rat Poison' for Sweets

Regional health authorities in Gauteng reported that of the affected children, 17 required overnight observation due to the severity of their symptoms, while the remaining 24 were released after their condition stabilized satisfactorily....

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  Apr 17, 2024

Togo's Political Tensions Escalate Over Proposed Constitutional Reforms

Under the proposed changes, while the presidency would become largely ceremonial, Gnassingbé would be eligible to remain in office until 2031, and subsequently assume a new role as the "president of the council of ministers," effectively the prime minister....

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  Apr 17, 2024

Ghana Continues Debt Restructuring Talks Amid Economic Strain

Ghana, a West African country with a total external debt nearing $30 billion, defaulted on the majority of this debt over a year ago....

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