Sunday, September 20, 2026

Africa

September 19, 2026

Top 10 African countries currently biggest IMF debtors

The President Bola Tinubu government cleared the $3.4 billion IMF loan in May, 2025.

IMF logo and the 10 countries' flags
September 18, 2026

FSD ‌⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌⁠‍⁠‌⁠‌‌Africa inaugurates initiative to unlock capital for local investments

FSD Africa inaugurated the Manager Finance Facility (MFF), an initiative to unlock more financing for small and growing businesses across the continent.

FSD ‌⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌⁠‍⁠‌⁠‌‌Africa
September 18, 2026

South African govt raises alarm over rising mpox cases, calls for public vigilance

South Africa’s Department of Health urged citizens to watch for mpox symptoms as the country has seen a rapid rise in laboratory-confirmed cases in recent weeks.

PATIENTS WITH MPOX
September 18, 2026

$2 Billion by 2031: Oilserv, Gabon partner on hydrocarbon development, gas infrastructure

Oilserv Limited has signed an MOU with Gabon to establish a framework for developing and commercialising hydrocarbon reserves in DEF-3 and D4-5 blocks.

September 17, 2026

Most Africans don’t want foreigners to live, work in their countries: Report 

Afrobarometer said the findings were based on 50,961 interviews across 38 African countries in 2024/2025.

Illegal african migrants
September 17, 2026

South African police nab four suspects, seize illegal firearms

The police discovered three 9mm pistols without serial numbers and 49 rounds of ammunition.

police nab four suspects,
September 17, 2026

Dementia becoming major health challenge in Africa; costing families $15.6 billion annually: WHO

The WHO said, “The number is expected to rise significantly as populations grow and life expectancy increases.”

A patient with dementia
September 17, 2026

Nigeria’s consulate urges vigilance after eight South African women found dead

The SAPS quarterly crime statistics said 1,223 murders and 2,369 sexual offences were recorded in Gauteng between January and March 2026.

South Africa
September 17, 2026

African Medicines Agency, Health Services Authority sign MoU to regulate medical products

The statement explained that the collaboration would be taken forward through joint consultations.

African Medicines Agency
September 17, 2026

UN says DR Congo violence displaces thousands, hinders Ebola response

The UN agency said 60 civilians were killed since the beginning of September.

United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA)