By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Comores Infos
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman thanked Comorian President Azali Assoumani for his support for Saudi Arabia in the face of attacks by Houthi rebels. Riyadh’s diplomatic message praised this position, Comores Infos reports.
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The Houthis attack Saudi facilities and infrastructure, threatening shipping and driving up oil prices.
19 OctEgypt postpones vote on military support for Riyadh until 26 October
19 OctEgyptian expert says Saudi military aid depends on its needs18 OctEgypt pledges defensive support to Riyadh if requestedUS envoy Tom Barrack called on Gulf countries to take greater responsibility for their security at a forum in Doha, while saying the United States was not withdrawing from the region. He also said Washington was providing logistical support to Saudi Arabia against the Houthi rebels and ruled out US ground intervention, according to Middle East Eye.
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Alcohol containers were removed from Moroni port without a customs declaration, according to Comores Infos. Djaanfar Salim Allaoui, known as “Sarko”, suspended the head of the customs centre and appointed Abdou as acting head, the Comorian media outlet reports.
🇰🇲 Comoros · Source: Comores Infos ·
Malawian Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamvekha has faced criticism after citing a Bible verse referring to the death penalty for those who curse their parents, in response to detractors of President Arthur Peter Mutharika. Commentator Onjezani Kenani says the reference could legitimise attacks on the head of state’s critics, Nyasa Times reports.
🇲🇼 Malawi · Source: Nyasa Times ·
Seda Youssouf was violently assaulted by five individuals during an attempt to steal his bag at around 6pm on the road to Biscail in Moroni. He was taken to El-Maarouf Hospital, Comores Infos reports.
🇰🇲 Comoros · Source: Comores Infos ·
Comoros’ SONELEC improves electricity supply and financesThe Comoros National Electricity Company (SONELEC) reports improved electricity service and a recovery in its accounts following widespread power cuts in 2024. Presented on 19 October in Domoni Ya Mbwani, its review covers February 2025 to October 2026, according to Comores Infos.
Somali committee calls for reconciliation in South WestIn Mogadishu, a mediation committee met Somali parliament speaker Abdulqadir Mohamed Nur to propose ways to promote reconciliation and stability in Somalia’s South West. The region’s leader, Aadan Maxamed Nuur, is meanwhile holding consultations with federal officials and political figures, reports Caasimada Online.The week in Africa
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