Sunday, November 1, 2026

Africa

July 29, 2026

Xenophobic Attacks: Tinubu will press for compensation from South Africa, says minister

“Whether they are regular or irregular, they are human beings. Criminals also have a right to life. You cannot hound and kill them…,” the foreign minister said.

Sola Enikanolaiye
July 28, 2026

Uganda declared Ebola free, says minister

The last Ebola patient in Uganda, a Congolese national, was discharged on June 22.

Uganda
July 28, 2026

Nigeria reaffirms commitment to AU peace, development agenda

Ms Odumegwu-Ojukwu stressed that Africa must pursue sustainable development through self-reliance, stronger institutions and strategic partnerships.

Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu
July 28, 2026

Ghana exits IMF programme with inflation down, reserves up; final $371 million disbursement approved

The executive board of IMF Monday completed the sixth and final review of the $3 billion, 39-month arrangement under the ECF for Ghana.

John Mahama
July 28, 2026

UN allocates $2 million for Ebola emergency response in Rwanda

The UN has allocated $2 million from its Central Emergency Response Fund to strengthen Ebola outbreak preparedness in Rwanda.

July 27, 2026

Gunmen kill five people in South Africa

According to the police, the suspects fled the scene and have not yet been arrested.

South Africa Police
July 27, 2026

Chad moves to withdraw from ICC over alleged bias against Africa

The ICC, based in The Hague, comprises 125 member states, including 33 African nations.

July 27, 2026

ECOWAS parliament seeks reforms to empower MSMEs, boost regional development

Ms Ibrahima identified MSMEs as the key drivers of regional economic growth and development.

ECOWAS Parliament
July 27, 2026

South Sudan begins voter education campaign ahead of December elections

The initiative is expected to boost public awareness and encourage broad participation.

South Sudan’s National Elections Commission (NEC)
July 27, 2026

Ebola Outbreak: Death toll rises to 1,405 in DR Congo as vaccine trials begin

The health ministry said the number of infections since the outbreak was declared in mid-May had risen to 3,200.

Ebola patients in DRC