News & Reports

At least 106 primary and secondary schools in Cabo Delgado province may not be able to open for the 2026 school year on February 27 due to security concerns from terrorist attacks in the region.

Authorities in Inhambane, Mozambique, have prohibited all maritime navigation and vessel circulation as a precautionary measure against Cyclone GEZANI, expected to impact the region.

Residents of Nigel have taken to the streets to protest against ongoing water outages, which have persisted for years, with taps running dry since last week.

Residents of Nigel have taken to the streets to protest against ongoing water outages, which have persisted for years, with taps running dry since last week.

A nationwide 24-hour aviation strike is scheduled for Mon, Feb 16, 2026, and may result in flight cancellations and significant delays across Italy. Italian regulations provide protected time windows (07:00-10:00 and 18:00-21:00) during which some flights are expected to operate; however, operational congestion and ground handling shortages may still cause disruptions.

 

Advice:
– Avoid flights on Feb 16.
– Monitor airline and airport updates starting 24 hours before departure.

An out-of-control grass fire has burned more than 250 hectares north-west of Melbourne. Authorities have issued an emergency warning, stating it is too late to leave safely in the affected suburbs. Residents are instructed to shelter indoors immediately and refrain from attempting to evacuate by car.

Mozambique is likely to be affected by Tropical Cyclone ‘GEZANI’ for the first time this rainy season, with potential impacts on coastal areas.

Severe winter weather is causing widespread disruption across Japan. Heavy snowfall has led to flight cancellations, bullet train delays, and road closures, with rapid snow accumulation straining transport systems and airport operations. Authorities are advising against non-essential travel as conditions remain volatile and further disruption is possible in the next 24-48 hours.

Power outages are expected in various parts of Rwanda. Authorities warn of potential infrastructure disruptions and disruptions to daily life.

Cuba’s fuel shortage is increasingly disrupting tourism, leading to flight cancellations, reduced transportation services, and operational difficulties at airports and hotels. The crisis is linked to ongoing fuel import constraints under the U.S. oil embargo, compounded by economic strain and supply issues.