Millions of people in Somalia are facing the threat of severe flooding, as climate experts warn that a strong El Niño event could intensify seasonal rains between October and December. Flooding along the Shabelle and Juba rivers could destroy crops, displace families and worsen food insecurity. Humanitarian agencies are preparing for the impact, but aid funding has fallen significantly since the devastating floods of 2023.  We spoke to Antoine Grand, Head of Delegation for the International Committee of the Red Cross in Somalia. Antoine, good morning.

Millions of people in Somalia are facing the threat of severe flooding, as climate experts warn that a strong El Ni&ntilde;o event could intensify seasonal rains between October and December. Flooding along the Shabelle and Juba rivers could destroy crops, displace families and worsen food insecurity. Humanitarian agencies are preparing for the impact, but aid funding has fallen significantly since the devastating floods of 2023. &nbsp;We spoke to Antoine Grand, Head of Delegation for the International Committee of the Red Cross in Somalia. Antoine, good morning.

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Somalia Braces for Severe Flooding as El Niño Threatens Millions Amid Humanitarian Funding Cuts

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei, who is sanctioned by the United States and the United Kingdom over alleged corruption, as the country's investment minister. Tagwirei is a long-time adviser to Mnangagwa and was among the prominent supporters of efforts to amend Zimbabwe's constitution earlier this year to extend the president's time in office. His appointment is likely to intensify scrutiny of the close ties between political power and business in Zimbabwe, with critics alleging that wealthy businessmen linked to the president have benefited from lucrative state contracts. For a reaction, we spoke to Zimbabwe's opposition, Job Sikhala

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei, who is sanctioned by the United States and the United Kingdom over alleged corruption, as the country's investment minister. Tagwirei is a long-time adviser to Mnangagwa and was among the prominent supporters of efforts to amend Zimbabwe's constitution earlier this year to extend the president's time in office. His appointment is likely to intensify scrutiny of the close ties between political power and business in Zimbabwe, with critics alleging that wealthy businessmen linked to the president have benefited from lucrative state contracts. For a reaction, we spoke to Zimbabwe's opposition, Job Sikhala

Zimbabwe Opposition Questions Mnangagwa’s Appointment of US- and UK-Sanctioned Businessman as Investment Minister

Ethiopia is position itself as Africa's gold processing hub. The country has launched its first large scale domestic processing facility- the National Precious Metals Refinery that is built to process over 600 tonnes of gold and silver annually. A game changer for Africa, as the country attempts to break the traditional economic cycle of exporting raw African minerals. The plant is expected to offer internationally certified melting, assaying and minting services.

To discuss this further, we spoke to Mered Fikireyohannes, Market analyst and Economist based in Ethiopia

Ethiopia is position itself as Africa's gold processing hub. The country has launched its first large scale domestic processing facility- the National Precious Metals Refinery that is built to process over 600 tonnes of gold and silver annually. A game changer for Africa, as the country attempts to break the traditional economic cycle of exporting raw African minerals. The plant is expected to offer internationally certified melting, assaying and minting services. To discuss this further, we spoke to Mered Fikireyohannes, Market analyst and Economist based in Ethiopia

Ethiopia Launches Gold Refinery to Boost Local Processing and Add Value to Africa’s Mineral Wealth

Former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila has joined forces with M23 rebels to form a new political and military coalition, called the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation. The announcement was made at a news conference in Goma, in eastern DRC. SABC News correspondent Chris Ocamringa reports from Kinshasa.

Former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila has joined forces with M23 rebels to form a new political and military coalition, called the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation. The announcement was made at a news conference in Goma, in eastern DRC. SABC News correspondent Chris Ocamringa reports from Kinshasa.

Somalia Braces for Severe Flooding as El Niño Threatens Millions Amid Humanitarian Funding Cuts

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