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#Britain has announced sanctions against 15 Sudanese military and security figures accused of involvement in atrocities, marking one year since the #RSF captured El #Fasher. The measures target commanders from the RSF, Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), allied militias and police, imposing asset freezes, travel bans and other restrictions over alleged abuses against civilians.
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#Kenyan President William #Ruto launched a KSh75 million electricity project targeting 530 households in Katheka, Makueni. He announced KSh560 million in projects for 4,250 homes in Kibwezi East and KSh2.3 billion to connect 22,000 homes across Makueni County.
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#Kenya’s Director of Public Prosecutions has ordered a criminal investigation into the collapse of a multi-storey building in #Nairobi’s Eastleigh district. The investigation will examine possible negligence in construction approvals, supervision and safety compliance, including the roles of developers, contractors and county officials. Prosecutors said anyone found criminally responsible would face legal action, regardless of their position.
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Displaced families and destroyed homes reveal the human toll of #Sudan’s war. The Stop RSF Terror campaign calls for the #RSF to be designated a terrorist organization and for sanctions targeting its weapons suppliers and financial networks.
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#Ethiopia’s Amhara #Fano National Movement (AFNM) announced that its Asamnew 5th Command held a public gathering in #Meragna, Shewa, following its reported capture of the town. According to the group’s statement, senior Fano commanders addressed local residents in Meragna and Worke, while Ethiopian government drones reportedly conducted surveillance over the area. Fano claimed that the aerial activity failed to disrupt the gathering.
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Protesters began gathering in central Nairobi, #Kenya, to demonstrate against rising fuel prices. The Coalition of Human Rights Defenders plans to march towards State House. Petrol prices in #Nairobi have reached KSh226.96 per litre, while diesel has risen to KSh227.76.
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One county enforcement officer was killed and three others injured in an armed attack on a checkpoint in Likoni, Mombasa, #Kenya. Police said the attackers seized an AK-47 rifle before fleeing. Investigations are underway to establish their identities and the motive behind the attack.
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A funeral service is reportedly being held at Medhane Alem Orthodox Church in Asella, #Oromia, for Kassahun, who died in hospital after being injured in the October 24 massacre of #Orthodox Christians in Shirka. His death comes as families continue mourning dozens of civilians killed in the attacks across Arsi Zone. xitter.cf/kenyaaxis/status/21144…
Growing concerns over violence targeting #Ethiopian Orthodox Christians in the Arsi Zone of #Oromia have prompted renewed calls for international attention. Activists say the community has endured years of targeted attacks and are urging global leaders, religious authorities and human rights organizations to speak out, protect religious freedom and demand an end to violence against civilians. xitter.cf/kenyaaxis/status/21142…
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A #Sudanese military source told Al Arabiya that drones launched from #Ethiopian territory carried out attacks on power stations in eastern and central Sudan. The source attributed the strikes to the Rapid Support Forces (#RSF), identifying Al-Junaid, Al-Hawata and Al-Faw electricity facilities as targets.
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#Fano forces launched coordinated offensives against #Ethiopian government troops in Ambesame and Arb Gebeya, Dera Woreda, #Amhara Region, on October 24. The Amhara Fano National Movement (AFNM) claims at least 18 government soldiers were killed, six captured and more than 50 firearms seized during Operation Martyr Temesgen Abraham.
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#Fano forces launched coordinated offensives against #Ethiopian government troops in Ambesame and Arb Gebeya, Dera Woreda, #Amhara Region, on October 24. The Amhara Fano National Movement (AFNM) claims at least 18 government soldiers were killed, six captured and more than 50 firearms seized during Operation Martyr Temesgen Abraham.
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The reported death toll from the massacre of Orthodox Christians in Shirka, #Oromia, has risen to 49 after two more victims died of their injuries. Residents in neighboring Guna and Merti districts are warning of further attacks and calling for urgent protection.
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Former #Oromia regional parliament member Abdella Aman, also known as Abdella Micro, has been named in allegations linking him to Repelola militia members and individuals described as religious extremists. According to the accounts, he allegedly coordinated with these groups, hosted militia members and facilitated meetings ahead of the attacks. The allegations remain independently unverified.
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Growing concerns over violence targeting #Ethiopian Orthodox Christians in the Arsi Zone of #Oromia have prompted renewed calls for international attention. Activists say the community has endured years of targeted attacks and are urging global leaders, religious authorities and human rights organizations to speak out, protect religious freedom and demand an end to violence against civilians. xitter.cf/kenyaaxis/status/21142…
More than 47 #Ethiopian Orthodox #Christians were reportedly killed in attacks by armed groups in Chole and Sole Digelu, Shirka district, #Oromia, on October 24. Church officials said at least 18 people were hospitalized and accused authorities of failing to act on repeated security warnings.
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#Kenyan President William #Ruto said his government is delivering on its commitments in education, agriculture, housing, electricity and infrastructure. He reaffirmed his commitment to the country’s development agenda while criticizing opposition rivals for failing to present a clear plan to address Kenyans’ needs.
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#Tigray Defense Forces (TDF) said they repelled an #Ethiopian army offensive advancing from Bizet, Migulat and Edaga Arbi toward their positions in Central Tigray. According to the #TDF, fighting between Azeba and Ahferom left 110 #ENDF soldiers dead and more than 150 wounded.
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Footage circulating online reportedly shows intense fighting between lightly armed Amhara #Fano fighters and #Ethiopian government troops in the #Amhara region. The exact location and recording date of the video remain unverified.
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Former #NISA Director Abdullahi Mohamed Ali Sanbaloolshe disclosed meetings in the #UAE with #Somaliland leader Abdirahman Cirro, #Puntland President Said Deni and Jubaland President Ahmed Madobe. The discussions have brought attention to efforts to form a political front against Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and the UAE’s role in the process.
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#Amhara #Fano forces reportedly participated in a traditional Mawlid celebration in Deger, Kelela Woreda, South Wollo. According to the Menelik First Command, its 153rd and 155th Divisions supported the gathering, while officials called for peace, freedom and stronger community solidarity.
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Pro-#Fano accounts in #Ethiopia have circulated statements attributed to captured government soldiers. The alleged remarks criticize Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s leadership, with one soldier reportedly saying the army serves to protect an individual’s hold on power rather than defend the nation.
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