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Mwinyi re-elected President of Zanzibar

The Zanzibar Electoral Commission (ZEC) has announced Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi as the winner of the presidential election

Former Gabon first lady, son to face corruption trial on November 10

Gabon’s judicial authorities have confirmed that the trial of former first Lady Sylvia Bongo Ondimba and her son, Noureddin Bongo Valentin

UN warns of mass atrocities in El Fasher as RSF seizes North Darfur capital

The United Nations (UN) has issued a stark warning over the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in El Fasher, North Darfur, as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) seized control of the city after a 500-day siege.

Women leaders to shape global agenda at IWF Cornerstone Conference in SA

The International Women’s Forum (IWF) will host its global Cornerstone Conference in Cape Town, South Africa (SA), from November 5 to 7.

UN reports unprecedented devastation in Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa tears through the Caribbean

The United Nations (UN) has described the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica as “never seen before,” following the category 5 storm’s landfall on Tuesday that left widespread devastation across the island.

Cameroon opposition leader vows to continue protests as tensions rise ahead of President Biya’s expected inauguration

Cameroon’s opposition leader, Issa Tchiroma Bakary, has vowed to continue mass demonstrations against President Paul Biya, pledging to fight until what he calls the “final victory” over the long-serving leader.