Sudan agrees to open additional airports to humanitarian agencies
The airports to be opened are in the cities of Kassala, Dongola, El Obeid, and Kadugli..reports Asian Lite News The Sudanese government on Saturday
Rwanda begins world’s first clinical trial for Marburg treatment
Currently, no treatment or vaccine is available for Marburg virus disease….reports Asian Lite News Rwanda has launched the world’s first clinical trial for a
Burundi announces timetable for 2025 elections
According to Ntahorwamiye, the legislative elections and the election of district councilors will be combined and held on June 5, 2025…reports Asian Lite News
Nearly 3 mn have fled Sudan after 18 months of war
Most are fleeing to the Central African Republic, Chad, Egypt, Ethiopia, Libya, South Sudan and Uganda, says UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian
India calls Africa’s exclusion from UNSC a historical injustice
In UN General Assembly’s plenary meeting on Partnerships for Africa, India reiterated support for sustainable development in the continent…reports Asian Lite News India’s Deputy
President Murmu set for historic Africa visit
This will be the first-ever visit by an Indian Head of State to the three African nations – Algeria, Mauritania, Malawi…reports Asian Lite News
Africa roads among world’s deadliest despite few cars
As everywhere, speed, alcohol and not wearing a seat belt or helmet are among the main causes of death and injury, say experts….reports Asian
Road accidents in Uganda kill over 230 schoolkids in nine months
Michael Kananura urged parents, teachers, and motorists to take responsibility and ensure the safety of pupils and students as the three-month new term opened….reports
UK Minister visits West Africa to bolster partnerships for growth
In Senegal, Lord Collins will meet Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. ..reports Asian Lite News Modern economic partnerships are high on the agenda as UK
Xi’s massive Africa outreach
In a reflection of China’s broadening relationship with Africa, Xi outlined 10 “partnership actions” at the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation that included $140 million
