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Landslide in southern Ethiopia kills 102 as search, rescue efforts continue

Landslide in southern Ethiopia kills 102 as search, rescue efforts continue

Rescue teams so far recovered 52 bodies from mud and debris as authorities deploy emergency crews and heavy machinery to reach isolated communities

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Madagascar's president sacks prime minister, entire cabinet
10.03.2026

Madagascar's president sacks prime minister, entire cabinet

Spokesman says new prime minister to be appointed in line with constitutional procedures

UN reports conflict-related sexual violence in DR Congo, with armed groups responsible for majority of cases
09.03.2026

UN reports conflict-related sexual violence in DR Congo, with armed groups responsible for majority of cases

Nearly 80% of documented victims recorded in eastern provinces of North Kivu and South Kivu, UN data shows

Kenya flood toll rises to 42 as government pledges support for affected families
08.03.2026

Kenya flood toll rises to 42 as government pledges support for affected families

Minister says state will cover hospital and burial costs after deadly rains hit multiple regions

22 dead in Angola after bus carrying 56 passengers overturn
08.03.2026

22 dead in Angola after bus carrying 56 passengers overturn

President sends condolences to bereaved families, says government working to address causes of accidents

Dozens missing after deadly landslide in eastern DR Congo: Report
07.03.2026

Dozens missing after deadly landslide in eastern DR Congo: Report

‘A dozen bodies were retrieved at midday, including six children,’ local media reports