Africa

Half of Sudan now needs aid as conflict deepens, NGO chief warns

With tens of thousands killed and nearly 12 million displaced, aid groups warn the world is failing

DR Congo, M23 ink 'historic' agreement in Qatar for peace deal

Qatar has hosted multiple rounds of direct talks between the DRC government and the M23.

Nigeria denies abduction of army commander in ambush

The military urged the public to disregard such claims, reaffirming that the commander was safe.

Marburg virus outbreak confirmed in southern Ethiopia

The virus strain detected shows similarities to those previously identified in East Africa, the Afri

Benin's parliament extends presidential term to seven years

The constitutional amendment was adopted by a large majority of MPs, with 90 votes in favour and 19

UN rights body orders urgent inquiry into violations in Sudan's Al Fasher

The resolution was adopted without a vote as the Council seeks investigations into recent atrocities