News & Reports

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March 2026

Heavy Rains to Persist Across the Country Until March 9

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Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Heavy rains are expected to continue across Kenya until March 9, potentially leading to flooding and disruptions.

Topics: Severe Weather

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    March 2026

    High Alert as MAM Forecast Warns of Floods, Landslides and Disease Outbreaks

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    Location: Kampala, Uganda

    A High alert had been issued for potential floods and landslides as heavy rains intensified. The severe weather may also increase the risk of water-borne disease outbreaks in affected areas.

    Topics: Severe Weather

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      March 2026

      Active Flood Warnings and Widespread Road Closures Across Viti Levu

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      Country: Fiji

      Location: Viti Levu Island

      Heavy rainfall impact Viti Levu, following Tropical Cyclone Urmil’s passage. Authorities report ongoing flooding, flash-flood risk, and road washouts, with numerous roads closed or restricted. Moreover localized power disruptions and impacts to water supply infrastructure have been reported. Travel conditions remain unstable, particularly in low-lying and rural areas.

      Topics: FloodsSevere Weather

      Safety Precautions:

      • - Avoid flooded or restricted roads, especially and do not cross water-covered roads or bridges.
      • - Choose inside activities and go out only if you have to, due to localized closures and delays.
      • - If traveling, adjust your travel plans due to public transport interruptions.
      • - Keep essential items accessible (medication, power banks, cash) in case of local service disruption.
      • - Monitor local weather and transport authority updates closely.

      04

      March 2026

      US consulate in Dubai on fire following drone strike

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      Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

      A drone strike has targeted the US consulate in Dubai, resulting in a fire. Authorities are responding to the incident as tensions escalate in the region.

      Topics: Terrorism

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        March 2026

        Several injured in Chhatra Dal-Shibir face off at Dhaka Polytechnic

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        Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh

        Clashes between student groups Chhatra Dal and Shibir at Dhaka Polytechnic resulted in several injuries. Authorities are monitoring the situation to prevent further violence.

        Topics: Civil Unrest

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          March 2026

          Drug-resistant fungal ‘superbug’ spreading in Dhaka ICUs

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          Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh

          A drug-resistant fungal infection is spreading in the Intensive Care Units (ICUs) of Dhaka, posing a significant health risk to patients. Authorities are urging immediate action to control the outbreak.

          Topics: Health Crisis

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            March 2026

            Health Professionals Threaten to Close Hospitals for Three Days Starting Friday

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            Location: Maputo, Mozambique

            Mozambican health professionals have announced a strike, threatening to close all hospitals for three days due to alleged ‘institutional dishonesty’ by the government.

            Topics: Civil Unrest

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              March 2026

              Severe Flooding Hits Northern India

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              Location: Dehradun, India

              Monsoon rains have caused severe flooding in parts of northern India, including the states of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Landslides and infrastructure damage have resulted in road closures and disruptions to transportation.

              Topics: Natural Disaster

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                March 2026

                US Orders Immediate Evacuation of Citizens from 14 Middle Eastern Countries

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                Location: Cairo, Egypt

                The US State Department has issued an urgent directive for all American citizens to leave Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the UAE, and Yemen, as well as the West Bank and Gaza, due to escalating regional tensions.

                Topics: Security Incident

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                  March 2026

                  US Orders Immediate Evacuation of Citizens from Egypt

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                  Location: Cairo, Egypt

                  The US State Department has issued an urgent directive for all American citizens in Egypt to evacuate immediately due to escalating regional tensions.

                  Topics: Health Crisis

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