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South Sudan: Gaps in Healthcare Threaten Lives in South Sudan

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[MSF] JUBA - People in South Sudan are facing a deteriorating humanitarian situation, while at the same time international interest and support continue to decline, says a new Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) report, Left Behind in Crisis: Escalating Violence and Healthcare Collapse in South Sudan.

Sudan militia chief sentenced to 20 years for war crimes during Darfur conflict

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Ali Kushayb led the Janjaweed, a group whose campaign of terror led to hundreds of thousands of deaths.

Environment summit calls for bold action on climate and biodiversity

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The seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly aims to advance solutions for planetary resilience.

Nigeria reacts to Mali statement after emergency military plane landing

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Nigeria's Air Force has reacted to threatening statements by neighbouring Mali after a Nigerian military aircraft headed to Portugal had to make an emergency landing in western Mali on Monday.

Uganda: US Aid Cuts Shrink Uganda's Civic Space Ahead of 2026 Elections

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[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- At 18, Ronald Serunjoji can't wait to cast his first-ever ballot in Uganda's general elections, slated for January 2026. He's certain about his choice for president, but he doesn't know that two other races will appear on his ballot that day: the Wakiso district woman member of Parliament and the Nansana municipality member of Parliament.

Sudan: ICC Sentences Sudan Militia Chief to 20 Years for Crimes Against Humanity

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[RFI] The International Criminal Court Tuesday handed down a sentence of 20 years to a Sudanese militia leader for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during the country's civil war two decades ago.

Africa: Press Statement of the 1316th Meeting of the PSC On the Emergency Situation in the Republic of Benin, Held On 7 December 2025

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[African Union] The Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU) at its 1316th meeting, held on 7 December 2025, considered the emergency situation in the Republic of Benin.

Burkina Faso accuses Nigerian Air Force of violating its airspace

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Nigeria denies the violation saying the aircraft made an emergency landing due to a technical issue.

Burkina Faso: Nigerian Air Force Clarifies Aircraft Landing in Burkina Faso, Says Crew Safe

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[Premium Times] "NAF crew is safe and have received cordial treatment from the host authorities."

Senegal: The Country Accelerates The Digitalization Of its Health Insurance System to Ensure Universal Coverage

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[UNDP] With more than 53% of the population now covered--compared to 10% ten years ago--and over 70% of insured persons being women, often in rural areas, Senegal is confirming its progress toward universal health coverage. The country now aims to reach 75% coverage by 2029 to ensure equitable access to healthcare across the national territory.

Tanzania: Quiet Independence Day Under Heavy Security on Tanzania's Streets

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[allAfrica] Cape Town -- Security forces patrolled major cities across Tanzania on Monday as the country marked Independence Day under heavy military and police presence, while anti-government protests have yet to materialize.

Police deployed to major cities in Tanzania ahead of planned protests

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Human rights organisations call on the authorities to respect the right to freedom of peaceful assembly.

Sudan: Sudan Urges International Pressure On UAE to End RSF Support Amid Escalating Displacement Crisis

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[SNA] Geneva, December 8, 2025 (SUNA) - Minister of Interior, Lieutenant General (Police) Babiker Samra Mustafa, delivered the country's statement at the ministerial segment of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Council on Monday, warning of a deepening humanitarian crisis fuelled by the Janjaweed militia.

Africa: Top 10 African Countries With Most Reliable Electricity Supply

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[Vanguard] Across Africa, a handful of African countries stand out for consistently achieving high electricity access rates.

Malawi: Sugar Crisis Turns Desperate As Traders Sleep Outside Nkhotakota Depot

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[Nyasa Times] The sugar shortage in Malawi has now reached breaking point, and nowhere is the crisis more visible than in Nkhotakota, where desperate traders are sleeping outside the district's main distributor just to secure a few bales of the scarce commodity.

Sahel alliance warns Nigeria it will 'neutralise' any unauthorised aircraft in its airspace

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The emergency landing of a Nigerian military plane in western Burkina Faso has reignited tensions between Abuja and the Alliance of Sahel States, or AES.

Kenya: Kenyans Increasingly Rely On Crypto for Remittances, Bybit Reports

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenyans are increasingly relying on cryptocurrency, particularly Stablecoins, for cross-border payments and remittances as users seek lower transaction costs and faster settlement times, a new report by Bybit shows.

Nigeria: Rep Passes Child Online Safety Bill to Protect Minors in Digital Space

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[Premium Times] The bill will move to the Senate for consideration. Once both chambers approve it, it will be sent to the President for assent, establishing a legal standard for child online safety in Nigeria.

Australia launches world-first social media ban for under-16s

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Australia is set to implement a world-first social media ban for children under the age of 16, coming into effect this week. The policy will target major platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, Reddit, X (Twitter), Twitch, Kick, and Threads.

Benin government assesses situation after thwarted coup

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The short-lived coup in Benin left “casualties on both sides” of the government forces and the mutinous soldiers, authorities said Monday, as security forces intensified the search for the coup leader who was on the run.

Tanzania crackdown on planned protest leaves streets deserted

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There is a large police presence in major cities and the authorities have encouraged people to stay home.

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