The project will involve the construction of a 138-km (85.75 miles) high-voltage transmission line to take power to South Sudan, the expansion of two substations and construction of one new one.

The collaboration is a joint effort between the International Financial Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, and Strathmore University.

Nkweta-Salami highlighted the dire situation in Al Fasher, where clashes have intensified despite numerous pleas to conflicting parties to avoid combat in the city.

In March 2023, Ethiopia reported over 2,276 cases and 50 deaths, posing a grave threat to approximately 3.3 million individuals.

Jawar, had been missing in action since his release from prison. 

Abiy directly addressed rebel groups engaged in armed confrontations, urging them to reconsider their paths and pursue peaceful resolutions.

Senior members of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) were accused of violating regulations prohibiting political involvement.

Isha noted that some of the most important issues that children and other vulnerable people are facing include forced evictions, as well as inadequate clearance of mines and hazardous materials in liberated areas.

Mudavadi’s recent visit to Kinshasa coincided with heightened tensions between the countries, a sharp departure from years of growing economic and military cooperation.

Tensions between Rwanda and Burundi have a long history, rooted in ethnic tensions and political rivalries.

The two countries signed a political consultation deal which enables them to engage in regular discussions and exchange views on matters of mutual interest

Industries such as coffee processing, bamboo and timber processing, machinery manufacturing, and bio-pharmaceuticals are expected to thrive within the zone.

The atrocities and discrimination that 29-year-old Jamal Abdallah Khamis faced as a member of West Darfur’s Massalit community led him to become a human rights defender.

SSOMA expressed disappointment with the Kenyan mediation process, citing concerns over the venue's safety and the lack of response to their request for talks to continue in Rome.

"As you know, Somalis are great goal scorers when it comes to business creation in East African countries," said Hamza.

The health system and basic services in Al Jazirah state have collapsed as a consequence of the fighting and the systematic blockade on supplies and personnel entering the area.

Due to the ongoing conflict, South Sudan’s oil production and exportation, which relies on transit through Sudan, has been suspended since early February.

The investigation faced significant setbacks, including the detention of key witnesses and family members by police, ostensibly for their protection.

The government has taken measures to mitigate the flood effects to ensure safety and support to affected populations.

The tone of the meetings was described as constructive, with both leaders recalling "the deep historical bonds of friendship" between Kenya and Somalia.

At least nine people, including seven children, were killed in the Friday, May 3, strike.

US strongly condemned the attack that claimed nine lives on May 3 this year.

Having experienced first-hand the ravages of conflict in other parts of the world, Jabril returned to Somalia in early 2000 to facilitate peace among his people.

Gaciye, a police officer from the Marehan clan, recognised the danger his clan faced and asked Maimuna to safeguard his plot in his absence before fleeing.

The charges had led to the temporary suspension of crucial aid deliveries to the nation, where thousands rely on external humanitarian assistance.

The conflict between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has also led to worsening hunger, with some people eating soil or leaves as famine looms.

Somalia's Fawzia Yusuf Fawzia believes she has a good chance of winning the contest against Kenya's Raila Odinga.

Swedish-Kenyan Martin Tony Waikwa Olsson also scored one of the penalties for Malmo as they edged Djurgarden 4-1 on post-match penalties to win the Swedish Domestic Cup