Thousands flee their homes in the Philippines as super typhoon hits
Rai, is the strongest storm to hit the Philippines this year.
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Ethiopian authorities are ordered to release detained journalists
Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) says Ethiopian authorities are using wartime emergency laws to lock up reporters.
Former South African President, Jacob Zuma, is ordered back to prison
The decision to place Zuma on medical parole has been “declared unlawful and set aside”.
Kenya detects first cases of Omicron COVID-19 Variant
Kenya’s Health ministry says any measures taken against Omicron will be based on science.
Rwanda reports first cases of fast-spreading Omicron COVID-19 variant
Visitors will now be required to quarantine for three days instead of the current 24 hours.
Pfizer Says Study Confirms Positive Results For Anti-Covid Pill
The anti-COVID pill is believed to reduce hospitalizations and deaths.
Uganda cabinet approves ban on Kenyan farm products
Observers: The current trade row between the two countries could have long-running implications for imports and exports across East African.
WHO: Africa records massive rise in COVID-19 cases over the last week
Africa has reportedly recorded a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases over the last week.
Sudanese police fire tear gas to disperse protesters
The protesters are opposed to a military-dominated government.
ECOWAS threatens further sanctions if Mali fails to commit to a return to democracy
The Economic Community of West African States suspended Mali following military coups in August 2020 and May 2021.
