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....
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....
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....
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....
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....
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....
