Rwandans ‘flee’ to DR Congo over COVID-19 vaccination rules
Rwanda has enforced some of the strictest anti-COVID containment measures in Africa.
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One of widows of South Africa’s Zulu king launches legal succession bid
King Goodwill Zwelithini died in March last year at age 72 leaving behind six wives and at least 28 children.
Three people including two children die after church collapses in Nigeria
Since 2005, at least 152 buildings have collapsed in Lagos.
COVID-19 cases registered worldwide passes 300 million
WHO says Omicron should not be categorized as mild, as it “is hospitalizing people and it is killing people”.
19 people die in drone strikes in Ethiopia’s Tigray region
Rebels from the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) say government forces are continuing to wage air strikes despite them retreating to their Tigray stronghold.
Mali’s leader Assimi Goita says open to dialogue despite fresh sanctions
ECOWAS leaders last weekend agreed to shut borders with the Sahel state and impose a trade embargo.
Ugandan author charged with “disturbing” President’s family
Kakwenza Rukirabashaija was charged with two counts of “offensive communication” and remanded in prison until January 21.
Man suspected of starting fire at South Africa’s Parliament charged with terrorism
Zandile Mafe was initially charged with breaking into parliament, arson and intention to steal property, including laptops, crockery and documents.
Why antibodies aren’t the only defense against Omicron – Explainer.
The most potent kinds of antibodies, known as “neutralizing,” are like chewing gum sticking to the business end of a key, stopping it from unlocking a door.
UN urges Somalia to make good on election agreement
Under a deal announced Sunday, parliamentary polls are due to be concluded by February 25.
