Sudan: The United States has had numerous conversations about the conflict in Sudan with countries in the region, including asking them to encourage Iran not to engage, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield said Thursday.
Niger: Russian military instructors arrived in Niger on Wednesday in a plane loaded with military equipment, Niger state television RTN said Thursday. Since its July 2023 coup the military junta in Niger has strengthened military ties with Russia.
Central African Republic: Since 2020, incidents of gender-based violence in the country have jumped from about 9,200 reported cases to 25,500, according to the United Nations and partners.
Kenya: Scientists and farmers have worked together to create a bean that can cope with drought conditions in Kenya. Climate-smart seeds could be the answer to growing crops as the world’s weather shifts.
Kenya: Kenyan long-distance runner Eliud Kipchoge told Reuters on Thursday that he expects to make history at the 2024 Games in Paris with a third consecutive Olympic marathon gold medal.
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