Africa
UN food agency warns 55M people in West, Central Africa face acute hunger in 2026 lean season
World Food Program says violence and funding driving emergency, catastrophic food insecurity levels
UN food agency warns 55M people in West, Central Africa face acute hunger in 2026 lean season
World Food Program says violence and funding driving emergency, catastrophic food insecurity levels
Ugandans vote in presidential, parliamentary elections amid technical problems, delays
81-year-old President Yoweri Museveni, in power since 1986, seeks 7th term against 7 challengers
African Union urges US Senate approval after House passes 3-year AGOA trade program extension
Preferential trade program ‘cornerstone of U.S.–Africa economic relations,’ says AU chair, urging Senate to give extension ‘favorable and timely consideration’
UN raises alarm over Uganda internet restrictions, NGO suspensions ahead of election
‘All Ugandans must be able to take part in shaping their future & the future of their country,’ says rights office
Sudanese army repels RSF attack in South Kordofan
Military sources say government forces inflicted losses on RSF forces in personnel and equipment
Türkiye, Somalia sign joint labor commission protocol, 2026–27 action plan
Deal aims to strengthen cooperation in labor inspections, migration management, and vocational training
