Security
A drone strike kills at least 153 people at a market in Abyei
The toll from the attack carried out on Monday against the Amiet market has risen sharply, while the UN is deploying aid in this contested region.
East Africa
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Miscellaneous News
In Kenya, Paul Mackenzie and 28 co-defendants found guilty of 191 murders
The High Court of Mombasa on Monday found Paul Mackenzie and 28 co-defendants guilty of the murder of 190 children and one adult in the Shakahola case. Sentencing is scheduled for November 6.
African Sport
Formula 1 chooses Rwanda for its return to Africa in the early 2030s
A FIA-approved circuit must be built in Bugesera, near the future international airport, as part of a ten-year agreement.
Other Sports
Amos Kipruto wins in Chicago in 2 h 01 min 09 s, Hawi Feysa retains her title
The Kenyan climbs to the top step after two consecutive podium finishes. Among the women, the Ethiopian finishes ahead of Sharon Lokedi and Brigid Kosgei.
African Sport
Eliud Kipchoge returns to victory at the Melbourne Marathon
The 41-year-old Kenyan finished in 2 hours 9 minutes and 10 seconds, a course record. He had not won a marathon since 2023.
Society
At least 139 migrants die in a shipwreck off the coast of Djibouti
The boat was carrying 305 people to Yemen when it capsized near Guhere. Eighty-two survivors have been accounted for, and 84 people remain missing.
Security
Ethiopia: Army Promises Restraint as Fighting Spreads in the North
The Ethiopian army claims to act with restraint as clashes related to Tigray spread to Amhara and Afar, amid mutual accusations with Eritrea.
Society
Sudan: 2.7 million people have returned to Khartoum, but the capital remains difficult to live in
Nearly 2.7 million people have returned to Khartoum since the capital was retaken by the army, but water, electricity, healthcare, and employment remain severely disrupted.
Politics
South Sudan: Transitional Government Dissolved Three Months Before Elections
Salva Kiir dissolved the transitional government following an electoral reform that removed the requirement to complete the permanent Constitution and the census before the election.
African Sport
2028 Olympic Qualifiers: Uganda Parts Ways with Sheryl Botes Ten Days Before Zambia Match
FUFA and Sheryl Botes have decided not to continue their collaboration. The change comes ten days before the first Olympic match against Zambia.
