Bodies of 10 women found dead in South Africa, sparking societal debate on GBV
Fear and concern, particularly among women, are growing in South Africa following the discovery of 10 women’s bodies in the same area in Johannesburg over a two-month period. The findings have caused widespread condemnation, with calls for stronger action to address femicide and for perpetrators to be held accountable.
Sudan gold mine collapse leaves more than 80 dead
More than 80 miners have been killed following the collapse of a gold mine in Sudan’s West Kordofan State, with rescue efforts continuing as many remain missing.
Several arrested in protests against constitutional changes in DRC
Opposition supporters rallied against proposed constitutional changes that could pave the way for Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi to seek a third term. Police used tear gas to disperse demonstrators and several people were arrested in Kinshasa and other cities.
South Africa’s shackdweller movement secures court order against evictions
Abahlali baseMjondolo has secured a further court order against the eviction of residents in Shaka’s Head, with the Pietermaritzburg High Court directing KwaDukuza Municipality to comply with the conditions set out in its October 2025 ruling before any relocation can proceed.
Kenya’s crackdown on foreign traders raises fears of xenophobia and strains East African solidarity
Following President William Ruto’s directive earlier this month targeting foreign nationals engaged in small-scale trade, panic and anxiety have spread among migrant communities, particularly Burundians living and working in Kenya.
US votes against UN resolution promoting maps reflecting Africa’s true size
The United Nations has adopted a resolution calling for the use of map projections that more accurately portray the size and proportions of the world’s continents, particularly correcting the long-standing distortion of Africa’s true size.
Guinea-Bissau approves new constitution as opposition calls referendum a fraud
Guinea-Bissau’s military government held a constitutional referendum that the National Electoral Commission (CNE) said was approved by at least 70% of voters. However, the opposition has rejected the referendum, questioned its legitimacy, and pointed to what it describes as low voter turnout and inconsistencies in the figures released by the electoral commission.
Uganda Communist League members arrested after inaugural congress
Members of the newly formed Communist League of Uganda were arrested recently just after holding their inaugural National Congress in the country.