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Sudan / South Sudan · Conflict desk · Breaking regional security

26 killed at Abyei market as UN deploys extra forces to prevent retaliation

UNISFA says violence at the Amiet Common Market left 82 more people injured after two earlier killings raised tensions between Ngok Dinka and Misseriya communities. The mission is still verifying the impact and has called for an investigation.

18 Sept 2026, 14:55 WAT

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Sudan · Africa · Breaking news

Sudan mine-collapse toll reaches 82 as rescuers search al-Zara shafts

Local responders say 82 bodies have been recovered from an informal gold mine near El-Nahud, while dozens remain unaccounted for. Conflicting timelines and earlier tolls reflect a difficult rescue in a war-affected area.

17 Sept 2026, 00:09 WAT

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Uganda / South Sudan · Environment · Climate & culture

When the rains fail, Africa’s rainmakers face the blame—and sometimes violence

Accounts from eastern Uganda and South Sudan show how erratic weather, fragile farm livelihoods and paid expectations can turn respected spiritual figures into targets. Climate change is part of the pressure, but it is not a complete explanation for individual attacks.

15 Sept 2026, 11:58 WAT

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Egypt / Libya / Greece · Diaspora · Mediterranean migration

Crete rescue saves 51 from Libya boat as missing-person count remains disputed

Greek authorities identified the recovered victim as a 25-year-old Egyptian. AP reports about 20 people missing, while survivor-based local accounts indicate roughly 25; the search south of Gavdos is continuing.

15 Sept 2026, 03:05 WAT

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Algeria / United Arab Emirates · Politics

UAE asks Algeria to make diplomatic rupture temporary after ties are severed

Abu Dhabi says it wants to preserve bonds between the two peoples after Algiers formally ended relations and gave the UAE ambassador 48 hours to comply. The response does not accept Algeria’s allegations or announce reciprocal measures.

Updated 10 Sept 2026, 21:00 WAT

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Sudanese refugees receiving humanitarian assistance in Chad

Sudan · Conflict desk

Kauda clashes deepen South Kordofan’s civilian emergency

A Sudanese doctors’ network reported at least 21 deaths, including women and children, after fighting in the Nuba Mountains; the figure and allegations remain attributed while independent access is limited.

4 September 2026