British mum kidnapped in Malawi rescued after police shootout Nusrat Osman, 47, has been reunited with her family following a police operation in the southern city of Blantyre The Independent UK · Sep 18
Fifty billion trees by 2030: how Ethiopia is recruiting citizens across the country to plant, plant, plant After losing much of its forests in recent decades, the country’s people have led the way in planting saplings across the country as part of the government’s Green Legacy Initiative The Guardian - UK · Sep 17
Houthi attacks are driving up oil prices. For Yemenis in the crossfire, the toll is far greater The lightning advance of the Iran-backed Houthi rebels has forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes in Yemen The Independent UK · Sep 17
DRC opposition condemns violence at protests over constitutional changes Despite being authorised, an opposition protest in Kinshasa was cut short on Tuesday after clashes broke out and police dispersed demonstrators. The march was part of nationwide action against proposed constitutional changes that opponents say could allow President Félix Tshisekedi to seek a third term. Radio France Internationale · Sep 16
Fifteen years of UK aid ‘gave 3 million healthcare and prevented 2 million unplanned pregnancies’ in Malawi Exclusive: New analysis shared with The Independent shows far-reaching impacts of UK aid prior to the current cuts – as new polling from the Rockefeller Foundation suggests public support for addressing global challenges is growing The Independent UK · Sep 16
British mother kidnapped in Malawi was abducted from her car after school run Her family have been left ‘traumatised’ by the incident as they appealed for her rescue The Independent UK · Sep 16
Gold mine collapses in Sudan: At least 82 workers killed, many more feared trapped A catastrophic collapse at a gold mine in Sudan's West Kordofan region has resulted in the tragic loss of at least sixty lives, with many others still unaccounted for and feared trapped under debris. This incident underscores the severe risks faced by artisanal miners, exacerbated by inadequate safety measures and… The Times of India · Sep 16
Manoj Jarange’s Mumbai march faces health hurdle amid hunger strike Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange's Mumbai tour faces uncertainty due to health issues. He is experiencing severe stomach and foot burning sensations during his ongoing hunger strike. Jarange's planned protest march to Mumbai has been denied permission by the police. The activist has asked supporters not to follow him to… The Economic Times · Sep 16
British Mother Nusrat Osman, 47, Abducted in Malawi as Police Offer £12,600 Reward British mother Nusrat Osman, 47, has been abducted in Malawi, with police offering a 30 million kwacha reward for information leading to her rescue. International Business Times UK · Sep 16
Police fire tear gas to break up Congo protests against constitutional changes Police in Congo have broken up opposition protests using tear gas against hundreds of demonstrators The Independent UK · Sep 15
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe warns new envoy for detained Brits must not be an ‘excuse for government inaction’ The mother, who was held for six years in Iran, welcomed the appointment of the UK’s first envoy for complex consular cases Alistair Burt The Independent UK · Sep 15
Maratha quota Activist Manoj Jarange Patil leaves Jalna for Mumbai to begin indefinite fast over reservation demands Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil is marching towards Mumbai for an indefinite hunger strike. He issued an ultimatum to the Maharashtra government regarding reservation demands. Maharashtra Minister Ashish Jaiswal accused opposition leaders of spreading false rumors. Jaiswal stated the government follows constitutional and legal procedures for the community. The… The Economic Times · Sep 15
Ebola outbreak in DRC has peaked, say authorities, as infection rates slow Almost 3,500 people have died in outbreak and experts say more must be done to ensure Bundibugyo is under control The Guardian - UK · Sep 15
Uganda reverses Invictus Games withdrawal after reassurance from King Charles Military chief had pulled country out over ‘Harry-Meghan nonsense’ but U-turned after clarification from the palace The Guardian - UK · Sep 14
The Economic Times · Sep 14 Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange vows to take fight to Mumbai; rethink stir in view of Ganeshotsav, says CM Devendra Fadnavis Manoj Jarange will travel alone to Mumbai for a protest on September 15. Police denied permission for his hunger strike citing security concerns during Ganesh festival. Chief Minister Fadnavis urged Jarange to reconsider his protest plans in Mumbai. Fadnavis stated the government has met most demands and dialogue remains open.…
The Guardian - UK · Sep 14 A spoonful of sugar: how South Africa’s weigh-and-pay shops are tackling ‘poverty tax’ head on Run by a social enterprise, the six shops operate from shipping containers across Johannesburg’s Alexandra township and sell food and household goods by weight in small, affordable amounts
The Economic Times · Sep 13 After Mumbai cops deny nod for stir from September 19, Manoj Jarange slams government; claims conspiracy to kill him Mumbai police have rejected Manoj Jarange's request for a hunger strike, citing significant security risks. Jarange has deemed this move authoritarian and unjust, vowing to march towards Mumbai regardless of the police's refusal. He claims there is a plotted scheme against him during his demonstration. His supporters are encouraged to…
The Guardian - UK · Sep 12 Nearly 50,000 Yemeni civilians flee as Houthis advance along Red Sea coast Global struggle for control of Bab al-Mandab strait threatens to turn Yemen’s on-off conflict into a forever war
Latin Times · Sep 11 Body-Cam Footage From a Cato, NY Factory Raid Is Made Public — The Lawsuit Behind It Names More Than Just ICE New body-cam video from a NY factory raid is public a year later — and the lawsuit behind it names county sheriffs, not just ICE.
The Independent UK · Sep 11 UN extends partial Sudan arms embargo for a month while talks continue on US demand for a total ban The U.N. Security Council has voted unanimously to briefly extend the current arms embargo on Sudan’s western Darfur region while negotiations continue on a contentious U.S. proposal to expand the embargo throughout the country
The Economic Times · Sep 11 CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke urges Maharashtra government to talk to Manoj Jarange, warns against forcible intervention Abhijeet Dipke urged the Maharashtra government to dialogue with Maratha activist Manoj Jarange. He warned against any forceful intervention in the ongoing hunger strike protest. Dipke highlighted Jarange's demands for student facilities and Maratha reservation. He questioned the government's inaction and lack of dialogue with the activist. Dipke stressed that…
The Guardian - UK · Sep 10 Secret son revelation ignites bitter succession dispute in Ugandan kingdom Family of late King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV reject committee’s choice of cousin and TV presenter as new monarch
The Economic Times · Sep 10 Yemen risks a return to civil war as Iran-backed rebels target a vital oil shipping route Yemen faces renewed civil war as Houthi rebels advance near a vital shipping lane. The rebels' move threatens the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a crucial global trade route. This advance comes after a fragile ceasefire began to buckle in 2022. The conflict could further disrupt oil shipments and increase global crude…
The Independent UK · Sep 10 Yemen risks a return to civil war as Iran-backed rebels target a crucial shipping route Yemen faces a potential return to civil war as tensions escalate with an Iranian-backed rebel group
The Economic Times · Sep 10 Maratha agitation: Jarange says Mumbai march certain as his fast enters 13th day Manoj Jarange confirmed his planned march to Mumbai after supporters gather on September 12. He is currently on a hunger strike demanding Maratha reservation under the OBC category. Jarange will announce the march date once his supporters assemble at the protest site. He expressed dissatisfaction with state minister Radhakrishna Vikhe…