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Sudan urges international community to designate RSF as terrorist group

Sudan urges international community to designate RSF as terrorist group

Sudan has called on the international community to classify the Rapid Support…

By Taha Sakr 2 Min Read

At least 239 children die from malnutrition in western Sudan, medical group says

At least 239 children die from malnutrition in western Sudan, medical group says

At least 239 children have died from severe malnutrition in Sudan’s North…

By Taha Sakr 2 Min Read

Cameroon’s Employment Minister Resigns to Run for President, Calling for National Renewal

Cameroon’s Employment Minister Resigns to Run for President, Calling for National Renewal

Issa Tchiroma Bakary, Cameroon’s Minister of Employment and Vocational Training, has formally…

By Taha Sakr 3 Min Read

Second Senior Biya Ally Joins Cameroon Presidential Race, Signaling Northern Rift

Second Senior Biya Ally Joins Cameroon Presidential Race, Signaling Northern Rift

Cameroon’s Tourism Minister Bello Bouba Maigari has officially entered the presidential race,…

By Taha Sakr 2 Min Read

Ramaphosa Fires Deputy Minister Over Unauthorized U.S. Trip, Triggering Coalition Rift

Ramaphosa Fires Deputy Minister Over Unauthorized U.S. Trip, Triggering Coalition Rift

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has dismissed Deputy Minister of Trade Andrew…

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African Union Hails Peace Accord Between Rwanda and DR Congo

African Union Hails Peace Accord Between Rwanda and DR Congo

The African Union (AU) has welcomed the signing of a landmark peace…

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Mali says Islamic State militant linked to 9/11 killed in northeastern operation

Mali says Islamic State militant linked to 9/11 killed in northeastern operation

Mali’s armed forces said on Saturday they had killed a senior figure…

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World Bank warns poverty worsening in Ethiopia amid ongoing conflict

World Bank warns poverty worsening in Ethiopia amid ongoing conflict

Ethiopia is among 39 countries where extreme poverty is deepening, driven by…

By Taha Sakr 3 Min Read

Armed groups linked to Ethiopia’s Fano movement said on Saturday they were pushing back against a major military operation launched by the federal government in the Amhara region, as intense fighting continued for a third day. The campaign, dubbed “Operation Tide” by the Ethiopian National Defense Force (ENDF), was described by Defense Chief Field Marshal Berhanu Jula as a final effort to dismantle Fano militias, with claims that over 90% of the armed groups had already been neutralized. However, reports from local sources and opposition-aligned outlets suggest a more contested picture on the ground. Fano fighters say they have launched counteroffensives in multiple areas across Amhara. In the town of Maksegnit near Gondar, at least 16 anti-riot police were reportedly killed, along with several local officials from the ruling Prosperity Party, according to Ethio News. Clashes were also reported in Central and South Gondar, where the government’s mobilization is said to have suffered setbacks. Transport links between Gondar and Bahir Dar have reportedly been cut, and commercial flights to Gondar were suspended due to the ongoing violence. In North Wollo, particularly around Lasta and Kobo, heavy fighting was also reported, though no casualty figures have been independently verified. In Gojjam, Fano commanders claimed that they had resisted attacks on their leadership in at least 11 battlefronts. Social media footage circulating over the weekend appeared to show captured government troops in the region. The federal government has not responded directly to Fano’s claims. However, in a statement issued Sunday, it said “relative peace” had returned to many areas of Amhara, but acknowledged that the security situation remained below public expectations. The government also appealed for continued public support in its operations against armed militias. Independent reporting from Amhara remains limited due to media restrictions in the region.

Ethiopia’s Fano fighters claim gains as government offensive enters third day

Armed groups linked to Ethiopia’s Fano movement said on Saturday they were…

By Taha Sakr 2 Min Read

Egypt says GERD negotiations failed, will defend Nile water if threatened

Egypt says GERD negotiations failed, will defend Nile water if threatened

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said on Sunday that negotiations with Ethiopia…

By Taha Sakr 3 Min Read

Over 41,000 Teachers in Ethiopia’s Amhara Region to Be Trained Amid Conflict and School Closures

Over 41,000 Teachers in Ethiopia’s Amhara Region to Be Trained Amid Conflict and School Closures

More than 41,000 teachers and school leaders across Ethiopia’s war-affected Amhara region…

By Taha Sakr 4 Min Read

Ethiopian Trade Minister Reportedly in ICU After Drunk Driving Accident

Ethiopian Trade Minister Reportedly in ICU After Drunk Driving Accident

Kassahun Gofe, Ethiopia’s Minister of Trade and Regional Integration, is reportedly in…

By Taha Sakr 2 Min Read