EU approves draft overhaul of migration policy
The major change, if adopted, could see the return of migrant hubs and EU countries striking bilateral agreements with non-member states to facilitate deportation of rejected asylum seekers.
Truckers’ strike paralyzes Cameroon’s main trade route
A truckers' strike in Cameroon has brought major disruptions to one of the country's primary commercial routes, National Highway 1.
WHO condemns airstrikes that killed 114 in Sudan
The head of the World Health Organization has denounced a series of airstrikes in Sudan’s South Kordofan State that killed 114 people, including 63 children.
Sudan: RSF claims takeover of Heglig oil field in South Kordofan
The paramilitary group claimed on Monday that it had taken control of the strategically important oil field at the border with South Sudan. Heglig is also a key source of revenue for Juba, as it houses its main oil processing facility.
Pix of the Day: December 8 , 2025
Pix of the Day: December 8, 2025
Mozambique: surge in violence displaces more than 100,000 people
The past two weeks have seen a sudden increase in violent attacks from insurgent groups in Mozambique. This has led more than 100,000 people to flee, most of them being children.
SA withdraws Palestinian visa privileges over charter flight row
South African authorities have withdrawn a 90-day visa exemption for Palestinians, saying the recent arrival of a charter flight with 153 people onboard was part of a campaign of “forced migration.”
Global humanitarian crisis worsens, UN seeks $23 Billion for 2026
The humanitarian system is overstretched, underfunded and under attack, the United Nations Humanitarian chief warned on Monday, as he launched an appeal for $23 billion for 2026.
17 migrants drown in Crete sea crossing
At least 17 migrants attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea in an inflatable boat died when it capsized south of the island of Crete, Greek authorities say.
France and Nigeria to strengthen relations amid Nigerian security crisis
French president Emmanuel Macron announced on Sunday that his country would strengthen ties with Nigeria at the request of his Nigerian counterpart Bola Tinubu. This comes amid a growing security crisis in Nigeria's north.