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Gov’t reaction to Sierra Leone disaster slow and uninspiring – Ablakwa

August 19, 2017 Apt News Desk 0

Samuel Okudjeto Ablakwa, Member of Parliament for North Tongu and Minority Ranking Member on Foreign Affairs has described government’s response to Sierra Leone in their […]

Kenya: Tana River Floods Cut Off Kono Ramadha-Mlanjo Road November 13, 2026
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Flooding in parts of Tana River County has disrupted transport after a seasonal river at Wardesa burst its banks, cutting off the Kono Ramadha-Mlanjo road.
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Green Legacy Showcases Commitment to Global Climate Action - Pmo Press Secretary November 13, 2026
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- The Green Legacy Initiative stands as a testament to Ethiopia's commitment to combating climate change through large-scale afforestation, environmental conservation and sustainable development, Press Secretary for Office of the Prime Minister (PMO) Billene Seyoum said.
Liberia: Liberia Moves to Make Climate Resilience Mandatory in Infrastructure Development November 13, 2026
[Liberian Investigator] Liberia is taking steps to make climate resilience a central requirement in the planning, design and construction of public infrastructure, as the government moves to address the growing threats of heavy rainfall, flooding and extreme weather conditions to roads, bridges and other critical facilities.
Kenya: Floods Displace Hundreds of Households in Tana River As Heavy Rains Intensify November 13, 2026
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- More than 300 households have been affected by flooding in Tana River County after a seasonal river burst its banks in Wardesa, cutting off a key road and raising fears of further flooding downstream.
South Africa: Joburg Turns Up the Heat As Residents Wait for Relief November 13, 2026
[Scrolla] Outdoor workers should take regular breaks and residents should avoid direct sunlight between 11am and 3pm. Cooler weather and thunderstorms are expected over the weekend, offering some relief from the heat.