News & Reports

A strike by Lufthansa pilots and cabin crew has grounded hundreds of flights at major German airports, causing significant travel disruptions for passengers.

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.

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.

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.