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Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam: Off-grid Ethiopians back life-changing project

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For many Ethiopians, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam is a source of pride. They have a stake in it, as common people have contributed millions of dollars to the mega engineering project by buying bonds. But above all, they are looking forward to change in their lives in a country where more than half the population is not connected to the grid. Al Jazeera’s Catherine Soi reports from Mesrake, Ethiopia. – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish/ – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera/ – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ #Ethiopia #GERD #GrandEthiopianRenaissanceDam

Africa’s last absolute monarchy sees growing calls for change

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Protesters in Eswatini – formerly known as Swaziland – have defied a curfew to call for constitutional reforms. They are demanding democracy and an elected prime minister. Unconfirmed reports emerged on social media, saying King Mswati fled late last night following civil unrest. Al Jazeera’s Alexi O’Brien reports. – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish/ – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera/ – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/

South Africa top court orders Jacob Zuma to prison for contempt

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Former South African President Jacob Zuma has been found guilty of contempt of court and sentenced to 15 months in jail by the country’s top court. This came after he failed to appear before an inquiry investigating corruption during his time in office. A commission has been hearing allegations the wealthy Gupta family used its friendship with Zuma to win government contracts and influence policy. Al Jazeera’s Fahmida Miller joins us on the phone from Johannesburg for the latest updates. – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish/ – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera/ – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ #SouthAfrica #JacobZuma #BreakingNews

Senegal army captures MFDC rebel bases in Casamance region

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Senegal’s army says it has captured rebel bases in the south. It is the latest offensive against an armed group that wants to create an independent state in the southern Casamance region. Senegal hopes the operation will help end one of Africa’s longest civil conflicts. The Movement of Democratic Forces of Casamance, also known as the MFDC, has been fighting for independence from Senegal for the last 40 years. A spokesperson from Senegal’s military told Al Jazeera that they suspect rebels of fleeing to neighbouring Guinea Bissau. While Senegal has made several victories on the battlefield, it will take the cooperation of neighbouring countries to find lasting peace. Al Jazeera’s […]

Mali’s former coup leader takes power after president’s arrest

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Mali’s interim vice president, Colonel Assimi Goita says he removed the transitional president and prime minister from power because they left him out of discussions to form a new government. Goïta says President Bah Ndaw and PM Moctar Ouane were trying to upend Mali’s democratic transition after they took charge of an interim government last August that deposed President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita. The two leaders were taken to a military base outside Bamako on Monday. The UN, African Union and the European Union have condemned the move which has been described as an “attempted coup”. Al Jazeera’s Nicolas Haque reports from Dakar, Senegal. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – […]

Sahel’s Great Green Wall: Communities say project to plant trees is failing

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As the seas rise around Bangladesh, countries in Africa face the challenge of spreading deserts. The Great Green Wall initiative aims to plant trees from West to East Africa to slow the expansion of the Sahara Desert. The World Bank, the European Union, and countries, including France, with higher carbon footprints, have pledged $14bn to make that happen. But communities affected by the growing desert in Senegal say the project is failing. Al Jazeera’s Nicolas Haque reports from Mbar Toubab deep in Senegal’s Sahel region. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ #Senegal #GreatGreenWall […]

Chad’s opposition denounces appointment of Deby’s son as ‘coup’

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The opposition in Chad has denounced what it is calling an “institutional coup”. That is after the son of slain President Idris Deby, Mahamat Deby, was appointed as leader. The military, which announced Deby’s sudden death on Tuesday, has promised elections in a year and a half. But unions are threatening to strike, and rebels are planning to march on the capital. Al Jazeera’s Hiba Morgan reports from Ndjamena, Chad. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ #Chad #IdrissDeby #ChadTransition

Deby’s death and Chad’s next day: This is what the army announced

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Chad’s military has said the son of the late President Idriss Deby will head the transitional government after the death of his father. The army says the elder Deby was killed in clashes with rebels in the north. In his place, Mahamat Idriss Deby will head an 18-month interim government until elections are held. Al Jazeera’s Hiba Morgan reports from Ndjamena, Chad. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ #Chad #IdrissDeby #ChadTransition

Chad military says it killed 300 rebels after attempted incursion

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Chad’s army says it has repelled an attack by a rebel group in its northern region. It comes a week after presidential elections were held in which President Idriss Deby is poised to win a sixth term. Opposition leaders in the capital have called for a ceasefire and dialogue to resolve the situation. Al Jazeera’s Hiba Morgan has more from the capital, Ndjamena. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ #Chad #ChadInsurgency #ChadArmy

Cape Town fire ‘contained’: Landmarks destroyed, evacuations continue

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The mayor of the South African city of Cape Town says firefighters have contained a blaze that has ravaged the slopes of Table Mountain. Strong winds fanned the flames for more than 24 hours, destroying more than 400 hectares of land and buildings including parts of a university. An investigation is underway to determine its cause, but it has been confirmed one suspect has been arrested accused of arson. Al Jazeera’s Robin Adams reports from Cape Town, South Africa. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ #SouthAfrica #CapeTown #TableMountainFire