Melody Chironda

Cape Town

Health, Environmental and Climate Reporter at AllAfrica

Health, environmental and climate reporter @allafrica

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Africa: All of Africa Today - June 24, 2025

4 days ago | allafrica.com | Melody Chironda

Kenyan Police Officers Charged with Blogger's MurderThree police officers in Kenya were charged with the murder of 31-year-old blogger Albert Ojwang, who died in police custody. His death, which followed his arrest over a defamation complaint by Deputy Police Chief Eliud Lagat, sparked national outrage and protests. Lagat, who denied wrongdoing, stepped aside during investigations.
South Africa/Algeria: All of Africa Today - June 23, 2025

5 days ago | allafrica.com | Melody Chironda

DR Congo Extends Cobalt Export Ban The Democratic Republic of Congo extended its cobalt export ban by three months to address market oversupply, following a previous four-month suspension that began in February after cobalt prices hit a nine-year low. The country, which supplies over 70% of the world's cobalt, aimed to stabilise prices and manage stock levels. Authorities said a decision on whether to end, modify, or extend the ban further would come before September.
Africa: All of Africa Today - June 20, 2025

1 week ago | allafrica.com | Melody Chironda

Controversial South African MP Julius Malema Barred from UKJulius Malema, a controversial South African opposition MP and leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), was denied entry to the UK for the second time in two months. The UK Home Office cited his support for Hamas, inflammatory statements about white people in South Africa, and deemed his presence "non-conducive to the public good".
Africa: All of Africa Today - June 19, 2025

1 week ago | allafrica.com | Melody Chironda

UN Pleads for Attention to Sudan's Forgotten WarThe conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces, led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), led by Mohamed Hamdan Daglo, resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and displaced about 14 million people, creating the world's largest displacement crisis. Expert Mona Rishmawi of the UN fact-finding mission documented widespread sexual violence, hunger among children, and the tragic blocking of vital aid.
South Africa: Meet South African Explorer Dr. Tebogo Makhubela, Winner of a National Geographic Wayfinder Award

1 week ago | allafrica.com | Melody Chironda

interview"All major discoveries and impacts are born from small and consistent actions," said Dr. Tebogo Makhubela, a 2025 National Geographic Wayfinder Award Recipient. Dr. Makhubela, a pioneering South African geologist and senior lecturer at the University of Johannesburg, is one of only 15 recipients to receive the 2025 National Geographic Society Wayfinder Award, an honour that cements his place among the world's leading explorers.
Africa: All of Africa Today - June 18, 2025

1 week ago | allafrica.com | Melody Chironda

Armed 'Goons' Attack Protesters Demanding Justice for Blogger's Death in KenyaHundreds of armed men, commonly known as "goons," attacked protesters in Kenya. The demonstrations in Nairobi and Mombasa were sparked by the death of 31-year-old blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang in police custody. One person was killed during the protests, which demanded justice and an end to police brutality.
Africa: All of Africa Today - June 17, 2025

1 week ago | allafrica.com | Melody Chironda

Museveni Signs Controversial Law Allowing Military Trials for CiviliansUgandan President Yoweri Museveni signed into law the controversial Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (Amendment) Act, 2025, which grants military courts the power to try civilians. In January, the Supreme Court ruled that a law permitting such trials was unconstitutional.
Africa: All of Africa Today - June 16, 2025

1 week ago | allafrica.com | Melody Chironda

At Least 100 People Killed in Armed Attack in NigeriaAt least 100 people were killed in an overnight attack in Benue State. Herders and farmers have been fighting over access to land and water, resulting in widespread displacement and food security threats. Amnesty International confirmed the incident and called for Nigerian authorities to act swiftly to reduce the number of deadly attacks in the state.
Africa: All of Africa Today - June 13, 2025

2 weeks ago | allafrica.com | Melody Chironda

Global Child Labour Declines but Sub-Saharan Africa Still Worst Affected A joint report by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the International Labor Organization (ILO) revealed that the number of child laborers globally dropped from 160 million in 2020. According to the ILO, 245.5 million children were working in 2000. The number of children involved in hazardous work also decreased from 79 million to 54 million.
Africa: All of Africa Today - June 12, 2025

2 weeks ago | allafrica.com | Melody Chironda

Floods Claim 49 Lives in South AfricaAt least 49 people died in South Africa's Eastern Cape province after days of heavy rainfall and snow triggered severe flooding. Among the victims were four schoolchildren who were swept away in a minibus along with the driver and conductor. Four other children remained missing, while three were rescued. The storm disrupted the power and water supply, forcing hundreds of families to seek shelter in community centers.