In the Democratic Republic of Congo, Pygmy communities in Beni, in the eastern part of the country, are struggling to survive after fleeing violence by the ADF. Now living in a makeshift camp, far from the forest and their traditional means of livelihood, these families are calling for help. Malaika Élysée reports.
Moving on to Libya, five people, including foreign nationals, have been arrested in Tripoli following drone attacks on energy facilities. The authorities say the suspects are part of a large sabotage network targeting strategic installations.
Meanwhile, around the world, millions of girls are being deprived of their childhood because of early and forced marriages. The United Nations is launching an international day to raise awareness and fight against this practice, which continues to affect girls in many countries. The initiative is supported by Sierra Leone.
In Sudan, the collapse of the national currency is causing the prices of essential goods to soar. Products such as sugar, beans and lentils are becoming increasingly difficult for families to afford, further worsening an already deep economic crisis.
And finally, in the world of cinema, Danish-Egyptian filmmaker May El-Toukhy is presenting Woman Unknown, a historical drama set at the end of the Second World War, at the Venice Film Festival. It is the only film directed by a woman in competition this year and is competing for the prestigious Golden Lion.
