South Sudan clashes

In South Sudan, renewed fighting in Jonglei state, one of the more volatile parts of the country, has left at least 300 people dead over the last few months and thousands displaced.

Forces loyal to the Libyan renegade General Khalifa Haftar say they will withdraw up to 3km (1.9 miles) from the front lines around the capital, Tripoli to make it easier for people to move around during the last days of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

The World Bank has today announced a $500 million funding package to the East African countries that have been affected by swarms of locusts. For details, we hear from David Malpass, the World Bank Group president.

(Photo: Women and cattle were also abducted during the fighting. Credit: Getty Images)