Headlines- In a Hellfire missile attack in the Gulf of Oman, US Central Command claims to have "disabled" a commercial ship flying the Gambia flag while it was attempting to travel for an Iranian port.
- The US has enough weapons stockpiles, according to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, to resume military operations if needed.
- Nawaf Salam, the prime minister of Lebanon, has cautioned that Israel cannot guarantee its security via a "scorched-earth policy."
- After the finding of a "object suspected to be a floating mine" in the Strait of Hormuz, Omani authorities issued an alert on Saturday advising ships to proceed with caution.
- The Democratic Republic of the Congo's Minister of Communication, Patrick Muyaya, says that the Ebola outbreak doesn't "need to be in panic."
Tag: Africa
Gambia: Returning Migrants Fight Irregular Migration
With the number of Gambians dying while attempting to enter Europe crossing the Atlantic Ocean rising, the Gambia Immigration Department has launched a manhunt for immigration smugglers. To raise awareness of the risks associated with attempting to flee the country, some returnees are holding workshops.
Malawi Sends Workers to Israel Despite...
Amidst the conflict with Hamas, the government of Malawi is sending its youth to work on Israeli farms. The program has exposed unemployment issues in the country, according to critics, but it is also shrouded in mystery.Human rights activists argue that young people are willing to take opportunities abroad, even though there are risks involved.
Cities Across Africa Welcome 2024
With fireworks, celebrations, and excitement of what lay ahead, people from all across the world welcomed in the year 2024. Anthony LaBruto of VOA looks at how New Year’s is being celebrated around the world, from the famous Times Square ball drop in New York City to the continent of Africa.
Entertainment Report: 2023’s Best
Highlights from live performances and interviews from the Voice of America’s studios in Washington, Los Angeles, New York, and Africa are presented by host Heather Maxwell of VOA Music Time in Africa.
Food Security in Kenya Improves by...
Urban food security is becoming a growing problem as the word’s population continues to expand in cities. Technology for urban farming is being used in Nairobi to cope with the food shortage problem.
Human Rights Groups condemn Malawi’s Refugee...
According to the U.N., tens of thousands of refugees fleeing conflict in Africa’s Great Lakes region are currently living in Malawi. Human rights groups say, some are being detained and moved against their will.
Senegalese Journalists Seek Training and Safety...
Some reporters are turning away from coverage of Senegal as it prepares for elections in February, alleging threats and violence. A positive development is that some police officers and media are training together to find a better way forward.
Rare Birds in Kenya Threatened by...
Nearly all 103 species of raptors in Kenya are in decline, according to conservationists. To avert extinction, these wildlife advocates are now advocating that bird friendly infrastructure be built.
To Boost Ties with Kenya, China’s...
Although experts continue to debate over the impact of loans and trade between China and Kenya, the Asian country’s embassy in Nairobi, the capital of East Africa, recently launched a food festival with the goal of strengthening the cultural ties between the two.
HIV-Affected Women in Mozambique Get Support
According to a 2021 national HIV assessment report, one in four women in Mozambique between the ages of 35 and 39 are HIV positive. A group called the Kindlimuka Association works to help those living with HIV/AIDS in an effort to combat the stigma associated to the condition.