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September 11, 2023

Morocco quake death toll nears 2,500

Friday’s quake was the strongest in Morocco’s history in more than 100 years – more than 2,400 people have been injured while many are still missing.

Earthquake in Morocco
September 11, 2023

Foreign rescue teams join search for Morocco quake survivors

Some 2,122 people have been killed since the 6.8-magnitude quake rattled several parts of the country on Friday.

Earthquake in Morocco
September 11, 2023

Nigeria has potential to be vaccine hub in Africa: Pate

Health minister Muhammad Pate says Nigeria has the potential to become a hub for local vaccine production and distribution in Africa.

VACCINES
September 10, 2023

Death toll in Morocco’s earthquake climbs above 2,000 as authorities hasten rescue efforts

Latest state media reports said an estimated 2,122 people have been killed while more than 2,421 others were injured in the earthquake.

Earthquake in Morocco
September 10, 2023

AFCON qualifier to go ahead in Morocco despite deadly quake

The qualifier between The Gambia and Congo will go ahead as scheduled on Sunday, despite the quake that has killed more than a thousand people.

African Cup of Nations and Earthquake in Morocco
September 9, 2023

Death toll in Morocco’s 6.8 magnitude earthquake surpasses 1000

“Our response will depend on the needs that are assessed on-site,” the group said in a statement.

Earthquake in Morocco
September 9, 2023

Tinubu extends condolences to Morocco after earthquake tragedy

Mr Tinubu assured the government and people of Morocco that the heartfelt prayers and thoughts of Nigerians were with them during this difficult moment of tragedy.

Tinubu and Morocco earthquake
September 7, 2023

Illegal immigrants from Tunisia to Europe drop by 20%

Thousands of illegal immigrants attempt to cross the Mediterranean every year.

Illegal immigrants [Credit: Courthouse news service]
September 7, 2023

Saudi fund signs $30 million loan deal with Uganda

Ugandan Minister of Health, Ruth Aceng, and several other officials attended the signing ceremony, local media reported.

Yoweri Museveni
September 7, 2023

Junta leader Ngeuma releases his cousin, Gabon’s President Bongo from detention

Gabon military ruler General Brice Nguema has ordered the release of his cousin, ousted President Ali Bongo, from detention.

General Brice Nguema and President Ali Bongo