In a decisive move to combat the persistent rebellion in Casamance, Senegalese troops have stepped up their campaign against illicit cannabis cultivation. Recent crackdowns along the Gambian frontier have resulted in multiple arrests and the confiscation of substantial cannabis stocks, aimed at crippling the insurgency's financial backbone.
A fresh Ebola outbreak has emerged in Congo's Ituri province, as confirmed by the Africa CDC. Currently, there are 246 suspected cases alongside 65 tragic deaths. Recognized for its severe and infectious nature, this marks the 17th instance of Ebola in the country.