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News from Africa, grouped by event. Each story links to its original reporting and update history.
UN condemns drone strikes on civilians and infrastructure in Sudan. Over 150 killed in an Abyei market strike; dozens more killed in Al Dibab. Conflict between Sudan's military and RSF continues since April 2023.
Nigeria reports its first Ebola case in a woman traveling from Uganda. Kenya reports its ninth infection as the regional threat grows. DRC reports over 9,000 cases and 4,381 deaths in the current outbreak.
The Gambia received $2.57 million from the US government following the sale of former leader Yahya Jammeh's mansion. The funds will be used to compensate victims of Jammeh's 20-year rule. Jammeh is accused of human rights abuses, including extrajudicial killings and torture.
A drone strike near a market in the disputed Abyei region killed at least 150 people. Tensions between Sudan and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have escalated. Khartoum accuses the RSF of operating within the disputed border area.
Robert Kabera, a critic of President Paul Kagame, was found beheaded in Uganda. Ugandan police are investigating the death of the former Rwandan soldier. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of Rwandan dissidents in exile.
