By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on EcoMatin
The Russian government is preparing two agreements to facilitate Russian warships’ access to ports in Cameroon and Congo-Brazzaville. Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin has taken a decision to this effect, reports EcoMatin.
Russia launched overnight strikes against Ukraine, according to Ukrainian authorities. The attacks resumed after a local ceasefire ended and reignited fighting in a war approaching its fifth year, France 24 Afrique reports.
🇺🇦 Ukraine · Source: France 24 ·
After the 0-2 defeat by Chelsea in the Premier League, Manchester United have gone nine consecutive matches without a win in all competitions. Manager Michael Carrick has dismissed the idea that the next two games will decide his future, Seneweb reports.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom · Source: Seneweb ·
South Africa’s acting Police Minister, Firoz Cachalia, has recommended Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi to lead the Hawks, the unit responsible for priority crimes. His appointment still needs government approval and must undergo a parliamentary process, amid a crisis of confidence in the police, reports Sowetan.
🇿🇦 South Africa · Source: Sowetan ·
Three officials in the administration of Seyi Makinde, governor of Nigeria’s Oyo State, resigned on Monday: Budget Commissioner Ayobami Ojo, his adviser Adegbola Oyeleke and Sunday Falana, a member of the state electoral commission. The departures come as Makinde prepares his 2027 presidential campaign, Punch reports.
🇳🇬 Nigeria · Source: Punch ·
Winter tyres required in Luxembourg in wintry conditionsIn Luxembourg, motorists must use winter tyres when roads are snowy, icy or frosty; no fixed date triggers the requirement. Frank Maas, a member of the Automobile Club Luxembourg, recommends fitting them now, as temperatures forecast for the week are falling below 10 degrees, according to L'essentiel.
Bissau-Guinean league calls for five detainees to be freedThe Bissau-Guinean League for Human Rights welcomed the release of soldiers detained over their alleged participation in a coup attempt and called for five other prisoners to be freed. It also sought clarification on three soldiers and publication of a court decision, according to O Democrata.The week in Africa
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