Sudan: Human Rights Orgs Condemn 'Forced Deportation' of Sudanese Writer From Egypt

[Dabanga] Cairo -- Thirteen Sudanese and Egyptian human rights organisations have condemned the forced deportation of Sudanese writer Idris Babiker from Egypt, as well as the "harsh and inhumane detention conditions" he reportedly suffered during detention, calling for an investigation. Source

Sudan: Sudan Army Claims Precision Strikes 'Inflicted Heavy Losses On RSF'

[Dabanga] Nyala / Um Dukhun / Zalingei -- The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) say they have carried out a series of precision military strikes across the Blue Nile, Kordofan, and Darfur over the past three days, claiming significant losses among paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) units. Source

Mali: Malian Army Confirms Clashes With Armed Fighters in Key Cities

[RFI] Mali's army confirmed on Saturday it was involved in clashes with armed fighters who had attacked army barracks in the capital Bamako and other areas in the country. Source

Africa: 'We Are at a Critical Point in the Fight Against Malaria' #WorldMalariaDay

[allAfrica] Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, has described the rollout of malaria vaccines across Africa as the fastest in its history, signalling a critical moment in the fight against one of the continent's deadliest diseases. 25 countries in Africa have introduced malaria vaccines into their routine immunisation programmes with Gavi support. Early reports indicate that the initiative has had a significant impact on saving lives, reducing severe diseases, and reducing hospital admissions. Source

Africa: Almost Half of African Countries Battling Measles Outbreaks

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has revealed that 21 countries had, by Friday, declared measles outbreaks--an alarming development given that the disease is highly preventable through vaccination. Source

Somalia: Somalia Faces Growing Human Displacement in Worsening Drought Crisis

[allAfrica] Geneva -- Nearly 62,000 people have been displaced by drought since the beginning of this year, while more than six million people face hunger across five districts in Somalia, the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) said Friday. Source

Kenya: Kenya's Kcb Volleyball Club Finishes Second At Continental Championship

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- KCB Volleyball Ladies delivered a strong performance at the 2026 Africa Clubs Championship, finishing as runner-up after a hard-fought campaign in Cairo, Egypt. Source

Kenya: Nairobi Water Confirms Martin Nang'ole As Managing Director

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company has confirmed the appointment of Martin Nang'ole as its substantive Managing Director following months of serving in an acting capacity. Source

Zimbabwe: Chatunga Mugabe and Co-Accused Paid Shooting Victim R250,000 Cash to Silence Him - Court Hears

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Zimbabwe: Manica Diamonds FC New Owner Seeks Zifa Approval to Disband Senior Team

[New Zimbabwe] Discover moreZimbabwean fashion apparelZimbabwe news archivePolitical analysis reportsNew owners of Manica Diamonds FC, Africa Mineral Ventures, have reportedly written to the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) seeking permission to disband the club's senior team. Source

Nigeria: N1bn - Yahaya Bello Wins Defamation Suit Against Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

[Vanguard] The Kogi State High Court has awarded N1 billion in damages to former governor of the state, Yahaya Bello, in a defamation suit against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District. Source

Kenya: PS Mugambi Lauds Kibiwott's 23,000 Tree Feat, Rallies Public Participation

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- A single day, over 23,000 trees and one powerful message: Kenya's forest restoration journey is gaining momentum and communities are at the heart of it. Source