December 19, 2023 At least 100 elephants die in one of Africa's largest national parks due to drought Drought has led to the death of at least 100 elephants in Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park. Authorities warn of a potential crisis as forecasts predict further scarcity of rain.
December 19, 2023 Ireland's PM condemns burning of hotel meant to house migrants as possible arson attack Irish prime minister said there is "no justification for violence, arson or vandalism" after a fire destroyed a hotel where 70 migrants were to be housed.
December 18, 2023 Fuel depot explosion kills 11, injures more than 80 in Guinea's capital At least 11 people are dead and more than 80 are injured after an explosion and fire at Guinea's main fuel depot in Conakry on Sunday. The cause of the explosion is unknown.
December 17, 2023 Biden admin's drive for green energy leads to accusations of forced child labor mining for EV battery metals The Biden administration faces a difficult balancing act in the rush for cobalt and other metals needed for batteries used by electric vehicles. Fears of child labor at the mines is one such concern.
December 16, 2023 Children and teens mining in the Democratic Republic of Congo Children and teens mining for metals needed for batteries to go in electric vehicles at the Kipushi and Kilolo mines in the Democratic Republic of Congo. (Video: UNICEF)
December 15, 2023 Nigerian high court reinstates terrorism charges against popular separatist leader The Nigerian Supreme Court on Friday reinstated terrorism charges against Indigenous People of Biafra leader Nnamdi Kanu, overturning a lower court's decision.
December 14, 2023 At least 170 dead, thousands displaced as floods sweep Kenya Kenya's military is working to evacuate hundreds of people stranded by severe floods. The Red Cross reports at least 170 deaths since heavy rains began in November.
December 13, 2023 Somalia secures $4.5B debt relief deal Somalia on Wednesday locked down a $4.5 billion debt relief deal from international creditors, according to both the IMF and the World Bank.
December 12, 2023 Tunisian opposition leader slams military prosecution as dissident crackdowns continue Chaima Issa, a leading figure in the opposition to Tunisian President Kais Saied, denounced her military prosecution Tuesday, accusing the government of sowing fear over civil liberties.
December 12, 2023 South Africa to build new nuclear plants, but opposition stokes fears over Russia links The South African government announced Tuesday its intent to build new nuclear power stations in hopes of combating persistent blackouts and other energy-related woes.